Weekly Mountain Bike Ride
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Weekly social MTB ride. Ideally suited to confident beginner to intermediate riders who have had some experience with single-track (or are willing to try). No-drop ride, suitable for mountain bikes only (or experienced CX riders). The distance varies depending on the group and route, and takes 1-1.5 hours. We usually then have a coffee & chat at a cafe in Templestowe.
Please Note: This ride group used to be for women only, but is now open to all genders. However, the majority of participants do identify as female, so if you would prefer a more male oriented group, please keep this in mind before attending. Weekly Tuesday Morning MTB Ride at Candlebark Park: Bike Type: Mountain bikes (ok for experienced CX riders; it's a bit rocky in parts) Meeting Location: The carpark of Candlebark Park, Kiwanis Lane, Templestowe. Enter off Fitzsimmon's Lane. If you put Kiwanis Lane into Google Maps it usually takes you to the right place. Day/Time: 9:30am most Tuesdays. Terrain: Mostly single-track, a bit rocky and steep in places. Route: Usually Hans Loop / Candlebark Park. Duration: 1 to 1.5 hours. Distance: varies depending on group - approx 10km. Skill Level: Suitable for Confident Beginner to Intermediate. Must be comfortable riding single track. If you are unsure if this group is suitable for you please speak to me before the ride - we can modify the route to avoid the more difficult stuff, and can talk you through anything challenging. All of the difficult bits are "walkable". Pace: Social, we do stop to chat a lot. It's a no-drop ride, meaning that we have "regroup" points, so you will never* get lost or left behind. *by 'never': I mean hardly ever, but if you do get lost, it'll be despite my best efforts to keep the group together, and it won't be for very long because it's a very small park, but I'll apologize in advance just in case. Bring Your: Bike, helmet, spare tube to suit your bike, water/drink, smile. Other suggestions: Spray jacket in case it rains, sunscreen, basic bike tools, snacks, sense of humour. Please message me on Facebook or email if you will be attending - just in case the ride is cancelled or at a different location. * COVID-19 REQUIREMENTS * BY ATTENDING THIS EVENT, YOU AGREE THAT YOU WILL: - not attend or participate if you are feeling unwell or experiencing any cold, flu or fever type symptoms. - follow all current directives from Victorian Government authorities, including travel to and from the trails. - to ‘ride within your limits - now is not the time to tackle a new technical feature.’ - practice good hygiene before, during & after the activity. - practice a ‘get in, ride and get out’ approach to all activities. - not share any personal gear or equipment. - maintain at least 3m between riders whilst riding. - maintain strictly 1.5m between parked vehicles. - not congregate in the car park, on the trails, at trail junctions & trailheads. If you have not been on a ride with me before, please also download this form (below), fill out and bring along with you to the ride.
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