rides programme (june to august) no. 46

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June-August 2013 Issue 46

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RidesPROGRAMME June 2013-August 2013

InformationThe rides are free of charge (unless indicated otherwise) and available to the general public. For a punctual start, please arrive 15 minutes prior to the scheduled starting time. Riders are encouraged to join Bicycle SA after three rides. Only Bicycle SA members are eligible to lead and coordinate rides. The ride leaders can be contacted for additional rides information. Each ride has been coded for your convenience and it is suggested that you choose the ride to suit your ability. Children under 16 shall be accompanied by a responsible adult. The Rides Programme is subject to change without notice.

On Road Ride Codes1 Up to 15km/h A Flat2 15 to 18km/h B A few hills3 18 to 20km/h C Hilly and steep4 20 to 23km/h D Challenging5 23 to 26km/h 6 26+km/h

Mountain Bike Ride CodesClass 1 (MTB Beginner) Limited off road experience. Obstacle free. Smooth fire tracks. Ride time 45 minutes. 10% gradient.Class 2 (MTB Intermediate) Fire Roads, 20–30km. Numerous obstacles, various rock jumps, drop offs, technical tracks.Class 3 (MTB Experience) Experienced riders, 30+km. Frequent single tracks, steep slopes, sand, drop offs, log jumps.

What to Take on a RidePuncture kit Rain jacket Spare tube Identification

Pump Money Sun screen Lights at night

Water Sun glasses

Hot Weather PolicyCancel non-fee paying rides, as listed in the Rides Programme, if the official forecast temperature on the day is 35°C or greater. Early morning and evening rides shall occur at the ride leaders and/or coordinators discretion. The hot weather policy does not apply to fee-paying events, which are managed within their own risk management protocols.

Ride Group Coordinators30/30 Beach Streak Dean 0402 816 741Adelaide Cyclists Angus www.adelaidecyclists.com All Women’s Bike Rides Lanie 0450 799 209Bayside Breeze Andrew 8293 4813Better Harts Catherine 8725 3821Border BUG Travis 0407 990 450 Clare Valley Cycle Team Judy 0400 290 687Cycling On Fleurieu John 8537 0071 or 0410 340 071Cobwebs [email protected] Bicycle Circle Paul 0423 022 595GAD-BUG (Goolwa and District Bicycle User Group) Geoff 0415 460 380Gallery Glides Warwick 8344 8996Hills Ride Rob 0428 990 059Kangaroo Island BUG Manfred 8553 0383Night Espresso Rob 8299 0230 Northside Cycling Group Gary 8255 1979Pedalling Parents Warwick 8344 8996Peninsula Pedallers Raelene 8682 3196Poseurs d’Adelaide Peter 0407 182 376Rivergum Cyclists Peter 8588 2428Saturday Express Patsy 8379 6477Saturday Sojourn Dave 8287 4085 or 0412 865 277Southern Flinders Rough Riders Richard 0417 341 462Tuesday Traverse Rick 0417 816 372Tuesday Treadlers Tony 8388 4730Vegan Velo Don 0437 967 088 Wednesday Wheelers Steve 8271 1140West Side Belles Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles

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SAT 1 JUNWest Side Belles7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired. Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am. Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss. Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849

Cobwebs8:00 AM, Buffalo Tall Ship, Wigley Reserve, Anzac Highway, Glenelg. Early morning ride with coffee afterwards. [email protected] km 6A

Peninsula Pedallers8:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Coffee afterwards.40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

All Women’s Bike Rides9:30 AM, Cycle On’ 2/19 Albyn Tce, Strathalbyn. An all women’s social bike ride with coffee afterwards. Various start locations Contact Lanie for details.20 km 2B Lanie 8536 4723

Saturday Express1:00 PM, St Andrews Hospital (front entrance) South Terrace, Adelaide. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B Richard 0419 033 140

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Adelaide Yacht Club, BYO or buy afternoon tea.25 km 2A Roger 0402 380 172

Southern Flinders Rough Riders2:00 PM, Over the Edge Shop, Melrose. 20 km Richard 0417 341 462

Better HartsMt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email [email protected] Sharon 8723 0805

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Grand/Mini SlamRecreational Bike Series of 5 rides Sunday 2 June 2013 8.00am Meadows, Meadows Hall, Main St MeadowsThe third event in the in Grand/Mini Slam series of on road personal challenge recreational rides for 2013. Choose between 60km or 120km, with the ability to ride at your own pace. Morning and afternoon refreshments, freshly cut salad rolls, fruit slice and fruit for lunch.On road support Enter online or further details and/or entry forms available from: Bicycle SA office 8168 9999 www.bikesa.asn.au [email protected]

Clare Valley Cycle Team8:00 AM, Clare Oval, Main North Rd, Clare. On road rides in the Clare Valley region, varying from 2B to 5C+, based on group’s ability, weather, etc. on the day. Riders choose turn around point. Meet up for coffee (or more) afterwards.50-100 km Judy 0400 290 687

Poseurs d’Adelaide8:00 AM, Corner Portrush & Greenhill Rds. (in front of the Burnside Town Hall). Bitumen road ride, 4C to 5B, generally in the hills or quieter Adelaide roads. We don’t take ourselves too seriously and aim for a good bakery or cafe towards the end.60-80 km 5B Peter 0407 182 376

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group)8:30 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Encounter Bikeway, Beacon 19 or Hindmarsh Island. Route chosen each week based on group’s ability, weather etc. Usually two groups, fast and slow. Rides vary from 1A to 3B. Riders choose when to turn back. Meet for coffee either en route or afterwards.30 km 2B Geoff 0415 460 380

Border BUG9:00 AM, Caltex Service Station, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads. Riders choose their turnaround point. Coffee afterwards. Note – Faster group (30 km/h) leaves at 8am and returns before 9am to join main group40 km 4A-6B Travis 0407 990 450


Vegan Velo9:00 AM, Bliss Cafe, Compton St. Adelaide. Introducing the Vegan Velo Sunday rides. Usually a ride in the hills, with mid-range pace and difficulty.50-60 km 4B Don 0437 967 088

Kangaroo Island BUG10:00am, Mulberry Tree, Reeves Point. Explore Kingscote, Brownlow & Cygnet River mouth.25 km 1B Manfred 8553 0383

Rivergum Cyclists10:00 AM, Contact Peter for details.20 km 2B Peter 8588 2428


MON 3 JUNNorthside Cycling Group9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

TUE 4 JUNBorder BUG9:00 AM, Caltex Roadhouse, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.30 km 3A Pam 8753 4133

Peninsula Pedallers9:30 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Beginners ride, with the group riding at the pace of the slowest rider. Coffee afterwards.30 km 1A Raelene 8682 3196

Tuesday Treadlers9.30 AM, Balhannah Oval, Balhannah. Road bike ride, with a mid-way stop for coffee and back by lunchtime. Two options, a longer, more challenging route or a shorter less demanding route, but all meet up for coffee. Usually a different start location on the first Tuesday of each month. Contact ride coordinator to confirm.50-70 km 4B or 5C Tony or Bob 8388 4730 or 8389 7301

Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. Travel the Western suburbs to Largs Bay40 km 2B Warwick 8344 8996

Night Espresso7:00 PM, Hurtle Square Adelaide. The rides vary from 6A, 5B, 4C usually with a slightly easier option. Good lights essential. Coffee afterwards at a café.40 km Rob 8299 0230

Night Espresso7:00 PM, Hurtle Square Adelaide. An easier ride option for those wishing to join the Espresso ‘night riders’ Good lights essential. Coffee afterwards at a café40 km 4A Rob 8299 0230

WELCOMEEach year, over 1,500 organised rides are delivered as part of Bicycle SA’s free Rides Programme.

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These rides are ideal for those who are getting back on the bike after a few years off or those taking it up for the first time. Each of the rides are coded with a degree of difficulty so you know exactly what to expect. But if you’re not quite sure, you can call any of our rides leaders and have a chat with them.

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WED 5 JUNAdelaide Cyclists6:00 AM, 05:50am for 06:00am, Tower Hotel, Magill 25km ride up to Norton Summit with the optional continuation to Marble Hill and descend Montacute Rd. www.adelaidecyclists.com25 km 4C Angus

Border BUG6:00 AM, Apex Park Clock tower, Bordertown. Early morning ride. 2 loops of Golf Course Rd. Lights please.30 km 6A Travis 0407 990 450

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group)8:30 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Generally ride to Middleton or Port Elliot along Encounter Bikeway. Options from 1A to 3B with a coffee stop en route. Riders choose their own turnaround point.25 km 1B Geoff 0415 460 380

Northside Cycling Group9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Clarendon Oval, just south of the township, Clarendon. All bitumen ride. BYO lunch or buy.50 km 3C Paul 8277 4094

Southern Flinders Rough Riders6:00 PM, Over the Edge Shop, Melrose. Dusk ride.Richard 0417 341 462


THU 6 JUNBorder BUG9:00 AM, General Store, Mundulla Social ride on quiet roads.30 km 3A Pam 8753 4133

30/30 Beach Streak6:00 PM, Henley Square, Henley Beach. Start at 6:15 pm. Join the 30kph average for 30km or the 35kph average for 30km graduates (40kph often). Refreshments at the Adelaide Sailing Club, West Beach, afterwards.30 km 6A Dean 0402 816 741

FRI 7 JUNWest Side Belles7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired. Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am. Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route

or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss. Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group)8:30 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Road bike ride of approximately 50 km with a break for coffee. From time to time location/terrain may change in favour of an off-road mountain bike ride. Please contact ride coordinator to confirm.50 km 3B Geoff 0415 460 380

Clare Valley Cycling Team9:15 AM, Cogwebs, 30 Main North Rd, Auburn. 9:15am at shop for 9:30am start. Riesling Trail rides for pre-schoolers, who must be accompanied by adult/s. The distance covered will vary, according to the group’s riding ability. Refreshments at Cogwebs Hub Cafe after the ride.Judy 0400 290 687

Better Harts10:00 AM, Shepherdson Rd. Deli. Mt Gambier. Must contact ride leader to confirm.Catherine 8723 0653




Cycling on Fleurieu8:30 AM, Strathalbyn Railway Station An easy & relaxing ride around Strathalbyn with a coffee stop after the ride. Other social and faster road rides are held. Phone Colin for details or check out facebook.25 km 3B Colin 0400 677 382

All Women’s Bike Rides9:30 AM, Cycle On’ 2/19 Albyn Tce, Strathalbyn. An all Women’s Bike Ride aimed to help build confidence for ladies of all ages. Suitable for the beginner or women wanting to get back into cycling on a casual and social level. Buy coffee afterwards.15 km 2B Lanie 8536 4723

Saturday Express1:00 PM, Hackney Hotel, Hackney Rd, Hackney. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B David 0438 203 319

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Port Adelaide Lighthouse, Port Adelaide. BYO or buy afternoon tea.25 km 2A Steve 8248 2603



SUN 9 JUNClare Valley Cycle Team8:00 AM, Clare Oval, Main North Rd, Clare. On road rides in the Clare Valley region, varying from 2B to 5C+, based on group’s ability, weather, etc. on the day. Riders choose turn around point. Meet up for coffee (or more) afterwards.50-100 km Judy 0400 290 687



Border BUG9:00 AM, Caltex Service Station, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads. Riders choose their turnaround point. Coffee afterwards. Note – Faster group (30 km/h) leaves at 8am and returns before 9am to join main group.40 km 4A-6B Travis 0407 990 450

Hills Ride9:00 AM, Woodside. Swimming pool carpark Nairne Rd. MTB or Hybrid bike advised. Coffee stop en route.50 km 3B Robert 0428 990 059


Vegan Velo9:00 AM, Bliss Cafe, Compton St. Adelaide. Usually a ride in the hills, with mid-range pace and difficulty.50-60 km 4B Don 0437 967 088







Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. Travel the South Western suburbs to the beach.40 km 2B Ann 0438 558 941







Wednesday Wheelers9:45 AM, Gawler Railway Station. Catch the 9.01 train from Dudley Park Station. Earlier start due to special tour at Roseworthy, and lunch at their café.50 km 3C Malcolm 8379 7339




FRI 14 JUNWest Side Belles7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired. Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am. Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss. Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849







Bicycle Maintenance CourseComprehensive Bike Care 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Saturday 15 June 2013 Bicycle SA Office 111 Franklin St, AdelaideThis more intensive 6 hour course, with some practical experience, is structured to provide the knowledge and skills to confidently carry out the basic scheduled maintenance tasks that are essential for a well maintained bike.Fee applies Early bookings essential (maximum 10 registrants per course) Bicycle office 8168 9999


Saturday Express1:00 PM, Glenelg Town Hall, Jetty Rd, Glenelg. Coffee at Semaphore.40 km 3B Des 0401 360 187

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Unley Memorial Gardens (adjacent to Woolworths), Unley Rd, Unley. BYO or buy afternoon tea.25 km 2A Chris 0402 903 761







Hills Ride9:00 AM, Mount Pleasant. Car park opposite bakery. MTB or Hybrid bike advised. Coffee stop en route.50 km 3B Trevor 0409 648 424

Peninsula Pedallers9:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Mystery Ride. Please phone for details. Coffee afterwards.40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915



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Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. Ride the Western Suburbs via Cheltenham possibly to the beach.40 km 2B Bob 8356 0906

Bicycle Maintenance CourseBasic Bike Care 5:30 PM-8:30 PM Tuesday 18 June 2013 Bicycle SA Office 111 Franklin St, AdelaideThis basic 3 hour course is designed specifically for those just starting out or who haven’t got the bike out of the shed for a while. Learn how to clean and lubricate the major mechanical working parts of a bike, and get the inside story on repairing punctures!Fee applies Early bookings essential (maximum 10 registrants per course) Bicycle SA office 8168 9999 www.bikesa.asn.au






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Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Aldgate Railway Station, Euston Rd. All bitumen ride with a few hills. BYO lunch or buy.50 km 3C Vivienne 8293 1459











All Women’s Bike Rides9:30 AM, Cycle On’ 2/19 Albyn Tce, Strathalbyn. An all Women’s Bike Ride aimed to help build confidence for ladies of all ages. Suitable for the beginner or women wanting to get back into cycling on a casual and social level. Buy coffee afterwards. 15 km 2B Lanie 8536 4723

Saturday Express1:00 PM, Drage Reserve, Briar Rd, Felixstowe. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B John 0414 892 296

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Brighton Jetty, Brighton. BYO or buy afternoon tea.25 km 2A Chris 0414 802 919







Hills Ride9:00 AM, Bridgewater. Oval car park. MTB or Hybrid bike advised. Coffee stop en route.50 km 3B Steve 0401 603 596





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AudaxMidwinter Classic Sunday 23 June 2013 200km UnsupportedNothing better in winter than rolling up to a typical country pub with fireplace for a hot meal. Nothing, that is, except for the ride there and back. What better way to spend the year’s shortest day. Destination to be determined closer to the event.Contact Richard Scheer 8161 [email protected]




Tuesday Treadlers9.30 AM, Balhannah Oval, Balhannah. Road bike ride, with a mid-way stop for coffee and back by lunchtime. Two options, a longer, more challenging route or a shorter less demanding route, but all meet up for coffee. Usually a different start location on the first Tuesday of each month. Contact Ride Coordinator to confirm.50-70 km 4B or 5C Tony or Bob 8388 4730 or 8389 7301

Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Oaklands Railway Station, Oaklands Park. Circular tour of Adelaide suburbs from Oaklands Park to Victoria Park, the River Torrens, Adelaide Airport and Sturt River.40 km 2B Rick 0417 816 372 or 8277 2414






Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Crafers, Summit Rd near the roundabout. All bitumen ride. BYO lunch or buy.50 km 3C John 8223 7397

Better HartsMt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride.Phone or email [email protected] Sharon 8723 0805











Saturday Express1:00 PM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B Bob 8356 0906

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Wigley Reserve, Glenelg. BYO or buy afternoon tea.25 km 2A Chris 0414 802 919







Hills Ride9:00 AM, Callington. Oval car park MTB or Hybrid bike advised. Coffee stop en route.50 km 3B Joe 0429 694 022


Southern Flinders Rough Riders9:00 AM, Over The Edge Shop, Melrose. The Enthusiasts Ride.Richard 0417 341 462




MON 1 JULNorthside Cycling Group9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, YHA Beach House on the Strand, Port Elliott Two days to enjoy the South Coast with rides to Middleton, Victor Harbour the Bluff and Hindmarsh Island. Please make your own bookings with YHA at Port Elliott (08) 8554 1885 or online www.yha.com.au40 km 2B Peter 0418 844 963

TUE 2 JULBorder BUG9:00 AM, Caltex Roadhouse, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.30 km 3A Pam 8753 4133





WED 3 JULAdelaide Cyclists6:00 AM, 05:50am for 06:00am, Tower Hotel, Magill 25km ride up to Norton Summit with the optional continuation to Marble Hill and descend Montacute Rd. www.adelaidecyclists.com25 km 4C Angus




Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Tanunda Oval, off Elizabeth St, Tanunda. Some good dirt roads. Hybrid or MTB recommended. BYO lunch or buy.50 km 3C Steve 0401 603 596 or 8271 1140



THU 4 JULBorder BUG9:00 AM, General Store, Mundulla Social ride on quiet roads.20 km 3A Pam 8753 4133


FRI 5 JULWest Side Belles7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired. Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am. Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss. Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849

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SAT 6 JULWest Side Belles7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired. Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am. Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss. Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849




Saturday Express1:00 PM, Adam St, Hindmarsh. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B Stuart 0467 299 259

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Henley Square, Henley Beach. BYO or buy afternoon tea.25 km 2A Roger 0402 380 172



SUN 7 JULClare Valley Cycle Team8:00 AM, Clare Oval, Main North Rd, Clare. On road rides in the Clare Valley region, varying from 2B to 5C+, based on group’s ability, weather, etc. on the day. Riders choose turn around point. Meet up for coffee (or more) afterwards.50-100 km Judy 0400 290 687




Hills Ride9:00 AM, Strathalbyn. Railway station car park. MTB or Hybrid bike advised. Coffee stop en route.50 km 3B Robert 0428 990 059









Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. Eastern Suburbs with some minor hills, depending on the day.40 km 2B Helen 8332 3263






Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Magill, Tower Hotel, Magill. All bitumen ride. BYO lunch or buy.50 km 3C Bob 8261 9545












Cycling on Fleurieu8:30 AM, Strathalbyn Railway Station An easy & relaxing ride around Strathalbyn with a coffee stop after the ride. Other social and faster road rides are held. Phone Colin for details or check out facebook.25 km 3B Colin 0400 677 382


Bicycle Maintenance CourseComprehensive Bike Care 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Saturday 13 July 2013 Bicycle SA Office 111 Franklin St, AdelaideThis more intensive 6 hour course, with some practical experience, is structured to provide the knowledge and skills to confidently carry out the basic scheduled maintenance tasks that are essential for a well maintained bike.Fee applies Early bookings essential (maximum 10 registrants per course) Bicycle office 8168 9999

Saturday Express1:00 PM, Alexander Ave, Rose Park. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B Steve 8339 4368

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. BYO or buy afternoon tea.25 km 2A Steve 8248 2603






Advanced Bike Maintenance Course9:00AM-5:00PM Sunday 14, 21 and 28 July 2013 Bicycle SA office 111 Franklin St, Adelaide Second 2013 session in a series of 3 successive Sunday workshops The Advanced Bike Maintenance course, with extensive practical experience, is specifically suited to riders who can confidently undertake the regular tuning and cleaning tasks required to keep their bikes running but are seeking an in depth knowledge of their bikes’ anatomy so that they can remove, repair, adjust and replace each of the major mechanical working components themselves.This programme is structured to include content relating to both road and MTB enthusiasts and covers workshop specifics for both bike designs, so whether your passion lies on the black stuff or the dirt you will get the instruction and the answers you are looking for!Fee applies Free workshop manual valued at $40.00 provided to all participants. Bicycle SA office 8168 9999 [email protected] www.bikesa.asn.au


Hills Ride9:00 AM, Yankalilla. Foodland supermarket car park. MTB or Hybrid bike advised. Coffee stop en route.50 km 3B Peter 0419 843 647

Peninsula Pedallers9:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Mystery Ride. Please phone for details. Coffee afterwards40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915


European Bicycle Circle10:00 AM, Cafe Troppo, Whitmore Square, Adelaide. Mt Lofty High. Meet for a fortifying breakfast before heading out along the cycle track climb to Mt Lofty. Yes the tough one! Join the spirited crowd of the European Bicycle Circle for the attempt on the summit of Mt Lofty. (some climbing) Return to the city via Greenhill Rd. See also European Bicycle Circle Facebook page for details nearer the time.33 km Paul 0423 022 595







Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Drage Reserve Car Park, Briar Road, Felixstow. Ride along the O’Bahn Linear Park to Modbury Heights returning via Mawson Lakes.40 km 2B Robyn 0401 364 019






Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Mitchell Park Oval, Bradley Grove. All bitumen ride. BYO lunch or buy.50 km 3C Malcolm 8276 9469




FRI 19 JULWest Side Belles7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired. Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am. Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333. Then back home via via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon 8268 1063. Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss. Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849

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GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group)8:30 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Road bike ride of approximately 50 km with a break for coffee. From time to time location/terrain may change in favour of an off-road mountain bike ride. Please contact ride co-ordinator to confirm.50 km 3B Geoff 0415 460 380







Saturday Express1:00 PM, Drage Reserve, Briar Rd, Felixstowe. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B Steve 0419 823 600




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AudaxHilly Hills Challenge Saturday 20 July 2013 200km, 300km UnsupportedFor the 200km, Adelaide to Mt Barker via Crafers, Bridgewater, across to Macclesfield to climb Retort Hill on the way to Meadows. Ride to Strathalbyn via Paris Creek, onto Goolwa for lunch before return journey via Mosquito Hill and Mt Compass before rolling down Willunga Hill, along the bike track to Adelaide. The 300km includes Callingrton, Victor Harbour, Delamere and Carrickalinga.Contact Glen Thompson 0429 168 232 [email protected]





Hills Ride9:00 AM, Clarendon. Car park opposite Royal Oak hotel. MTB or Hybrid bike advised. Coffee stop en route.50 km 3B Steve 0401 603 596









Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. Go to Gaol, do not pass go-Via the River Torrens, North Eastern Suburbs and Dry Creek areas.40 km 2B Magda 8682 3196






Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Unley Oval, Edmund Ave, Unley. All bitumen ride. BYO lunch or buy50 km 3C Michael 8271 9371





GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group)8:30 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Road bike ride of approximately 50 km with a break for coffee. From time to time location/terrain may change in favour of an off-road mountain bike ride. Please contact ride co-ordinator to confirm.50 km 3B Geoff 0415 460 380

Clare Valley Cycling Team9:15 AM, Cogwebs, 30 Main North Rd, Auburn. 9:15am at shop for 9:30am start. Riesling Trail rides for pre-schoolers, who must be accompanied by adult/s. The distance covered will vary, according to the group’s riding ability. Refreshments at Cogwebs Hub Cafe after the ride.udy 0400 290 687







Saturday Express1:00 PM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B Carmen 0414 839 215

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Heyward Park, Unley Park. BYO or buy afternoon tea.25 km 2A Chris 0414 802 919






Border BUG9:00 AM, Caltex Service Station, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads. Riders choose their turnaround point. Coffee afterwards. Note – Faster group (30 km/h) leaves at 8am and returns before 9am to join main group.40 km 4A-6B Travis 0407 990 450

Hills Ride9:00 AM, Nairne. Car park Nairne-Woodside Rd adjacent railway line MTB or Hybrid bike advised. Coffee stop en route.50 km 3B John 8391 0320










Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Beck’s Bakery, Port Noarlunga. Travel from the Bakery around the Southern Area then back to the Bakery for coffee.40 km 2B John 0402 279 525

Night Espresso7:00 PM, Hurtle Square Adelaide. Introducing the Night Expresso rides. The rides vary from 6A, 5B, 4C usually with a slightly easier option. Good lights essential. Coffee afterwards at a café.40 km Rob 8299 0230




Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Greenock Oval, Martin St, off Murray Rd, Greenock. All bitumen Tour de Barossa. BYO or buy lunch in Angaston and carry to Yalumba.60 km 3C Ralph 8269 7378


THU 1 AUGBorder BUG9:00 AM, General Store, Mundulla Social ride on quiet roads.20 km 3A Pam 8753 4133


FRI 2 AUGWest Side Belles7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired. Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am. Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter

route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss. Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849




SAT 3 AUGWest Side Belles7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired. Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am. Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss. Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849




Saturday Express1:00 PM, Adam St, Hindmarsh. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B Asami 0459 940 968

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Henley Square, Henley Beach. BYO or buy afternoon tea.25 km 2A Chris 0414 802 919


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AudaxThiele 300 Saturday 3 August 2013 300km UnsupportedStarting in Tanunda, journey on the highway named for famed South Australian author, Colin Thiele. Meet the Murray and Morgan and return via Walker Flat ferry.Contact Richard Scheer 8161 4175 [email protected]

SUN 4 AUGClare Valley Cycle Team8:00 AM, Clare Oval, Main North Rd, Clare. On road rides in the Clare Valley region, varying from 2B to 5C+, based on group’s ability, weather, etc. on the day. Riders choose turn around point. Meet up for coffee (or more) afterwards.50-100 km Judy 0400 290 687

Hills Ride8:00 AM, Mannum. Ferry car park. Randell St, Mannum. MTB or Hybrid bike advised. Lunch stop at Sedan pub if available – general store if not. Minimum 2 water bottles advised. Note earlier start time.106 km 3B Robert 0428 990 059








MON 5 AUGNorthside Cycling Group9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

TUE 6 AUGBorder BUG9:00 AM, Caltex Roadhouse, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.30 km 3A Pam 8753 4133



Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. Liz & Meryl’s Miracle ride.40 km 2B Meryl 0449 999 730



WED 7 AUGAdelaide Cyclists6:00 AM, 05:50am for 06:00am, Tower Hotel, Magill 25km ride up to Norton Summit with the optional continuation to Marble Hill and descend Montacute Rd. www.adelaidecyclists.com25 km 4C Angus




Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Blackwood Railway Station, Blackwood. All bitumen hills ride, pub lunch.40 km 3C Rob 8270 4999





FRI 9 AUGWest Side Belles7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired. Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am. Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss. Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849







Cycling on Fleurieu8:30 AM, Strathalbyn Railway Station. An easy & relaxing ride around Strathalbyn with a coffee stop after the ride. Other social and faster road rides are held. Phone Colin for details or check out facebook.25 km 3B Colin 0400 677 382


Saturday Express1:00 PM, Drage Reserve, Briar Rd, Felixstowe. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B Terry 8251 2366

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. BYO or buy afternoon tea.25 km 2A Roger 0402 380 172








Hills Ride9:00 AM, Woodside. Swimming pool carpark Nairne Rd. MTB or Hybrid bike advised. Coffee stop en route.50 km 3B Peter 0419 843 647

Peninsula Pedallers9:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Mystery Ride. Please phone for details. Coffee afterwards.40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915


European Bicycle Circle10:00 AM, Cafe Troppo, Whitmore Square, Adelaide. Mid-winter coastal cruise after warming vittles. Because it is cold and the sun is low in the sky, let’s remember Summer and the life we remembered on the beaches. Segue westward to Glenelg maybe for another coffee and cake. Forge north along the coastal track to Largs Bay for a steak lunch at Largs Pier Hotel, Largs. Return to base by train. (flat ride) See also European Bicycle Circle Facebook page for details nearer the time.31.7 km Paul 0423 022 595







Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, HMS Buffalo, Glenelg Something different with a Quirky ride.40 km 2B Angela 0418 844 963

Bicycle Maintenance CourseBasic Bike Care 5:30 PM-8:30 PM Tuesday 13 August 2013Bicycle SA Office 111 Franklin St, AdelaideThis basic 3 hour course is designed specifically for those just starting out or who haven’t got the bike out of the shed for a while. Learn how to clean and lubricate the major mechanical working parts of a bike, and get the inside story on repairing punctures!Fee applies Early bookings essential (maximum 10 registrants per course) Bicycle SA office 8168 9999 www.bikesa.asn.au






Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Torrens Linear Park, opposite Brewery, Hindmarsh. All bitumen ride. BYO lunch or buy50 km 3C John 8346 9765




FRI 16 AUGWest Side Belles7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social; bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired. Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am. Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333. Then back home via via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon 8268 1063. Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss. Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849







Bicycle Maintenance CourseComprehensive Bike Care 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Saturday 17August 2013 Bicycle SA Office 111 Franklin St, AdelaideThis more intensive 6 hour course, with some practical experience, is structured to provide the knowledge and skills to confidently carry out the basic scheduled maintenance tasks that are essential for a well maintained bike.Fee applies Early bookings essential (maximum 10 registrants per course) Bicycle office 8168 9999


Saturday Express1:00 PM, Burnside Dog Park, 67 Conyingham St, Glenside. Waterfall Gully and Morialta Falls. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B Patsy 8379 6477 or 0439 332 533

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Glenelg Clock Tower, Jetty Rd, Glenelg. BYO or buy afternoon tea.25 km 2A Steve 8248 2603

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Hills Ride9:00 AM, Springton. Main street adjacent General Store. MTB or Hybrid bike advised. Coffee stop en route.50 km 3B Joe 0429 694 022





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AudaxWalker Flat Ride Sunday 18 August 2013 200km UnsupportedStarting in Tanunda, ride through Angaston, Mt Pleasant, Walker Flat, Swan Reach, Sedan, then back to Angaston and Tanunda.Contact Oliver Portway 0429 632 014 [email protected]





Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. Ride the Eastern suburbs to Waterfall Gully.40 km 2B Joan 0412 181 643






Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Esplanade, opposite Wills St, Victor Harbour. All bitumen ride. BYO picnic lunch.50 km 3C Roger 8325 1790




FRI 23 AUGWest Side Belles7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired. Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am. Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss. Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849








Saturday Express1:00 PM, St Andrews Hospital (front entrance) South Terrace, Adelaide. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B Richard 0418 033 140





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Grand/Mini SlamRecreational Bike Series of 5 rides Sunday 25 August 2013 8.00am Strathalbyn, Senior Citizens Club, Parker Ave, StrathalbynThe fourth event in the in Grand/Mini Slam series of on road personal challenge recreational rides for 2013. Choose between 75km or 150km, with the ability to ride at your own pace. Morning and afternoon refreshments, freshly cut salad rolls, fruit slice and fruit for lunch.On road supportEnter online or further details and/or entry forms available from: Bicycle SA office 8168 9999 www.bikesa.asn.au [email protected]

Clare Valley Cycle Team8:00 AM, Clare Oval, Main North Rd, Clare. On road rides in the Clare Valley region, varying from 2B to 5C+, based on group’s ability, weather, etc. on the day. Riders choose turn around point. Meet up for coffee (or more) afterwards.50-100 km Judy 0400 290 687













Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. Mystery tour of our beautiful suburbs.40 km 2B Richard 0438 805 901






Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Clarendon Oval, just south of the township, Clarendon.. All bitumen ride. BYO lunch or buy55 km 3C Mike 8295 2149




FRI 30 AUGWest Side Belles7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social; bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired. Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am. Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss. Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849







Saturday Express1:00 PM, Adam St, Hindmarsh. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B Stuart 0467 299 259

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Adelaide Yacht Club, BYO or buy afternoon tea.25 km 2A Roger 0402 380 172



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AudaxCorkscrew Climber Saturday 31 August 2013 200km UnsupportedStarting in Adelaide, head up the Gorge Rd, then climb Corkscrew and several other climbs in a fairly tough ride to warm up in anticipation of the spring rides to come.Contact Glen Thompson 0429 168 232 [email protected]

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