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RidesPROGRAMME

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Bicycle SAMARCH-MAY 2015 ISSUE 53

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RidesPROGRAMME March-May 2015

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 Coordinators

30/30 Beach StreakDean 0402 816 741

All Women’s Bike RidesLanie 0406 452 117

Bayside BreezeAndrew 8293 4813

Better Harts Sharon 8723 0805 [email protected]

Border BUGBill 0428 790 497

Clare Valley Cycle TeamJudy 0400 290 687

‘Cycle Salisbury’ Para District PedallersNigel 0431 838 735

Cycling On FleurieuJohn 0410 340 071

[email protected]

European Bicycle CirclePaul 0439 806 888www.facebook.com/groups/eurocyclecircle

GAD-BUG (Goolwa and District Bicycle User Group)Geoff 0415 460 380

Gallery GlidesWarwick 8344 8996

Gawler [email protected]/group/GawlerWheelers

Hills RideRob 0428 990 059

Kangaroo Island BUGManfred 8553 0383

Mannum Pedal WheelersLouise 0466 789 234www.facebook.com/groups/mannumpedalwheelers or [email protected]

Night EspressoRob 8299 0230

Northside Cycling GroupGary 8255 1979

Pedalling ParentsWarwick 8344 8996

Peninsula PedallersRaelene 8682 3196

Poseurs d’AdelaidePeter 0407 182 376

Riverland RidersRuth 0427 752 815

Saturday ExpressPatsy 8379 6477

Saturday SojournDave 0466 943 155

Southern Flinders Rough RidersRichard 0417 341 462

The Little Red Grape Nicola 0414 365 477

Tuesday TraverseRick 0417 816 372

Tuesday TreadlersTony 8388 4730

Wednesday WheelersSteve 8271 1140

Wednesdays with KeithRedline CyclingStephen 0417 806 [email protected] www.redlinecycling.com.au

AdvertisementsBicycle SA takes no responsibility for any advertised ride/event/activity appearing in this programme that it has not organised.

BECOME A BICYCLE SA MEMBER Bicycle SA was established in 1982. Since that time the organisation has grown and is now recognised as South Australia’s peak body for cyclists. Bicycle SA is a non government, not–for–profit volunteer based organisation, staffed by a group of dedicated professionals.

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BICYCLE SAPhone + 61 8 8168 9999 [email protected] Carrington St Adelaide 5000Office open 9am-5pm Monday-Sunday Emergency Phone 0409 950 884

SUN 1 MARThe Little Red Grape7:45 AM, The Little Red Grape Also meet 8:00 am Clare Oval, Main Rd, Clare.75 km 4B Nicola 0414 365 477

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.40 km 6B Bill 0428 790 497

Hills Ride9:00 AM, Echunga, main street adjacent General Store. MTB or Hybrid advised. Coffee stop en route. Mainly dirt roads.50 km 2B Peter 0419 843 647

Peninsula Pedallers9:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Coffee afterwards.40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

MON 2 MARNorthside 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

Riverland Riders4:00 PM, Cnr Waratah Court and Hakea St, Renmark. Flat and easy, riding at the pace of the slowest rider.30-35 km 2A Dennis 0427 971 523

TUE 3 MARTuesday Traverse9:00 AM, Kangarilla Oval, Kangarilla. Follow Fiona to farm and park cars. Adventure into and travel the beautiful tracks of Kuitpo Forest to Prospect Hill and Meadows, have coffee. Then back to the farm for lunch provided. Best suited for Hybrid and Mountain bikes.40 km 2C Fiona 8383 7199

Peninsula Pedallers9:30 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Beginners ride, with the group riding at the pace of the slowest rider. Bring money for 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. Ride Coordinator to confirm.50-70 km 4B or 5C Tony or Graham 8388 4730 or 8293 1459

Border BUG6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads. Ride returns to start point for a chat after. Lights required.30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

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

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

WED 4 MARMannum Pedal Wheelers7:00 AM, Mid-Murray Council Chambers, Car Park, 49 Adelaide Rd, Mannum. Enjoy a mid-week ride starting from the historic township of Mannum, exploring the surrounding countryside and stopping for coffee during or after the ride. Route and coffee stop depending on who is riding. Visitors and new riders are most welcome. Visit us on facebook www.facebook.com/groups/mannumpedalwheelers or [email protected] km 3B Louise or Wally 0466 789 234 or 0428 592 282

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

Para Pedallers ‘Cycle Salisbury’8:30 AM, North East corner Parabanks car park, (opposite Pioneer Park), Parabanks. Easy ride along local trails and/or local roads, as decided by the group on the day. Coffee afterwards.15-20 km 1A to 2A Elaine 0422 393 997

Wednesdays with Keith9:00 AM, Bicycle Express, 124 Halifax St, Adelaide. Join Adelaide television and radio personality Keith Conlon for this relaxed pace, 90 minute ride along the bike paths and back streets of Adelaide. Departing from Bicycle Express on Halifax St at 9.00am and returning for coffee by 10.30 am, this ride is informative and fun, and open to all riders of any age and ability. Pace is steady and the rides are flat, often taking in the Linear Park and parklands of Adelaide.20-25 km 3A Stephen 0417 806 563

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, Morphett Vale, corner Pimpala Rd / South Rd, near Hungry Jacks. All bitumen hills ride. BYO lunch or buy.50 km 3C Mark 8322 0685

THU 5 MARRiverland Riders9:00 AM, Town Clock, Renmark Ave, Renmark. Flat and easy, riding at the pace of the slowest rider.60 km 5A Dennis 0427 971 523

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

Border BUG6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads. Ride returns to start point for a chat after. Lights required.30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

Bayside Breeze6:30 PM, West Beach Surf Club, West Beach. Come out enjoy a social ride while exploring the coastal precincts with a chat & refreshments afterwards. Bike lights essential.25 km 3A Alan 0414 392 179

FRI 6 MARGAD-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. Contact Ride Co-ordinator to confirm.50 km 3B Geoff 0415 460 380

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

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Audax Bootlegger 200Saturday 6 March 20159:00 PM Start – North Adelaide200kmUnsupportedChallenge yourself to ride 200km under the cover of darkness. This is a new overnight ride for 2015, with the full moon to help you. The Bootlegger 200 goes through the Adelaide Hills to the town of Murray Bridge and back in time for breakfast.Entry fee applies.Contact David Fairweather0401 528 563 [email protected]

SAT 7 MARMannum Pedal Wheelers7:00 AM, Arnold Park (Car Park by the Mannum Ferry) A regular social group ride. Cross the ferry, ride along the scenic river road to the Younghusband Store. Return to Mannum after coffee and a chat at Younghusband Store. Bring money for coffee. Visitors and new riders are welcome. Visit us on facebook www.facebook.com/groups/mannumpedalwheelers or [email protected] km 2B-3B Louise or Wally 0466 789 234 or 0428 592 282

WELCOMEEach year, over 2,000 organised rides are delivered as part of Bicycle SA’s free Rides Programme.

From Willunga to Gawler and Mt Gambier to the Eyre Peninsula all rides are delivered by our experienced rides leaders. Our Rides Programme is the most comprehensive in Australia – with an experience for everyone–and best of all they are FREE.

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.

The Rides Programme is also available on our website,

www.bikesa.asn.au All are welcome, so get involved and go for a ride.

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Riverland Riders7:00 AM, Town Clock, Renmark Ave, Renmark. Distance varies depending on how far the group want to ride.35-60 km 6B Steve 0409 696 876

Gawler Wheelers7:30 AM, Gawler Park Homemaker Centre, 485 Main North Rd, Evanston. The Gawler Wheelers are a road cycling group based in Gawler, South Australia. A regular Social Group Ride is held every Saturday morning. The routes vary each week from 5A, 6A to 5D, 6D. Ride distances range from 30 km up to 130 km. Beginners and experienced riders are welcome (age 16+only). All rides start and finish at the same location where there is ample car parking, service station and cafe facilities (including toilets). Coffee, cake and chat after the group ride. [email protected] www.adelaidecyclists.com/group/GawlerWheelers30-130 km

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


The Little Red Grape8:00 AM, Lennon St Car Park, Clare. MTB ride50 km Class 2-3 Nicola 0414 365 477

Cycling on Fleurieu8:30 AM, Strathalbyn Railway Station, Strathalbyn. Easy Social Ride from Strathalbyn followed by coffee & chat.25 km 3B John 0410 340 071

Para Districts Pedallers ‘Cycle Salisbury’9:00 AM, Sunrise Bakery, Cnr Waterloo Corner Rd & Salisbury Hwy, Salisbury. Easy ride along the Little Para Trail & Dry Creek Trail to Mawson Lakes & bikeway by Parafield Airport. Coffee afterwards. Mountain/hybrid bikes preferred.20 km MTB Class 1 Jim 0401 984 767

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 0406 452 117

Saturday Express1:00 PM, Heywood Park, Unley Park. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B Jane 0402 102 608

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Hallet Cove Station, Hallett Cove. Catch train from Adelaide. Leave Station heading south through Reynella and Morphett Vale to Seaford or Noarlunga (Colonades) and return by train. BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.25 km 2B Chris 0414 802 919

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





Hills Ride9:00 AM, Old Adelaide Gaol, Gaol Road, Adelaide. MTB or Hybrid advised. Coffee stop en route. Mainly dirt roads.50 km 2B Reno 0414 249 675




TUE 10 MARPeninsula Pedallers9:30 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Beginners ride, with the group riding at the pace of the slowest rider. Bring money for coffee afterwards. 30 km 1A Raelene 8682 3196


Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. Travel the Eastern suburbs to Waterfall Gully for lunch. BYO lunch.40 km 2B Peter 0418 844 963







Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Greenock. Meet at the oval, off Murray St. All bitumen Barossa Valley ride. BYO lunch or buy on the way.50 km 3C John 8346 9765




Bayside Breeze6:30 PM, Seacliff Hotel, Sacliff. Come out enjoy a social ride while exploring the coastal precincts with a chat & refreshments afterwards. Bike lights essential.25 km 2A Liz 8296 5769



SAT 14 MARMannum Pedal Wheelers7:00 AM, Arnold Park (Car Park by the Mannum Ferry) A regular social group ride. Cross the ferry, ride along the scenic river road to the Younghusband Store. Return to Mannum after coffee and a chat at Younghusband Store. Bring money for coffee. Visitors and new riders are welcome. Visit us on facebook www.facebook.com/groups/mannumpedalwheelers or [email protected] km 2B-3B Louise or Wally 0466 789 234 or 0428 592 282



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Audax Fleche Opperman All Day TrialSaturday 14 March 20158:00 AM Start – Adelaide180km/360kmUnsupportedThe Aussie version of the French ‘Fleche Velocio’ Team Ride. Teams of 3 – 5 starting anywhere and finishing 24hrs later in Adelaide.Entry fee applies.Matt Rawnsley 0427 379 [email protected]



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The Little Red Grape8:00 AM, Lennon St Car Park, Clare. MTB ride.50 km Class 2-3 Nicola 0414 365 477

Dry Creek Trailers ‘Cycle Salisbury’9:00 AM, Pooraka Farm Men’s Shed. 39 Scott St, Pooraka. Beginners ride on good gravel trail, no traffic and great scenery. Coffee at Valley View shops. MTB bikes please.15 km MTB Class 1 Bryce 0432 732 540

Salisbury Cruizers‘Cycle Salisbury’9:00 AM, Shelter, Carisbrooke Park, Main North Road, Salisbury Park. Ride along Little Para Trail to Pt Wakefield Road & return and/or local roads as decided by the group on the day. Mountain bikes preferred, beginners welcome.20 km MTB Class 1 Steve 0411 715 116

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 0406 452 117

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

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Henley Square, Henley Beach. BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.25 km 2A Roger 0402 380 172





‘BoB’ (Burton on Bikes) ‘Cycle Salisbury’9:00 AM, Playground between the soccer fields and Springbank Plaza, Woolworths, Burton. Family ride in the local Burton area suitable for both adults and children aged 7 years and above. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.10 km 1A Robert 0408 891 354


European Bicycle Circle9:00 AM, We ride on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month. The group encourages riders who view cycling as a leisurely pursuit or who ride to commute; the European way. We dress in ordinary clothes and usually carry a picnic lunch to round off the ride. We usually meet

for coffee and croissants before the ride, spending about 3 hours total riding time. Cycling is at moderate speed 18-20kmph. We explore Adelaide’s by-ways and lesser known cycle-ways. Visit us on the European Bicycle Circle Facebook pagewww.facebook.com/groups/eurocyclecircle or contact Paul Hellander 0439 806 888

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

Salisbury Explorers ‘Cycle Salisbury’10:00 AM, Trail start at Ann Milroy Lane, off Calton Road, Gawler East Easy ride along Jack Bobridge Trail from Gawler to Lyndoch and return’20 km MTB Class 1 Jim 0401 984 767

Hills Ride7:00 PM, Oakbank, Gillman Road adjacent old go-cart track. MTB or Hybrid advised. NIGHT RIDE-good front and rear lights essential. Mainly dirt roads.30 km 2B Robert 0428 990 059



Upper Para Pedallers-‘Cycle Salisbury’5:00 PM, Shelter, Carisbrook Reserve, Main North Rd, Salisbury Park. Off and on road ride, dependent on level of interest shown.10-15 km Class 1 Craig 0423 552 469



Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. Ride to Warriparinga Wetlands, then ride to and travel up the Hallett Cove bikeway. Some hills. BYO lunch.40 km 2B Jane 0402 102 608

Bicycle Maintenance CourseBasic Bike Care5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Tuesday 17 March 2015Bicycle SA Office, 53 Carrington 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 appliesEarly bookings essential (maximum 10 registrants per course)Bicycle SA office 8168 9999www.bikesa.asn.au








Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Gawler Railway Station, Gawler. Catch the 9:08AM train from Adelaide. All bitumen ride back to the city. BYO lunch or buy.60 km 3C John 8223 7397




Bayside Breeze6:30 PM, Buffalo Restaurant, Wigley Reserve, Glenelg. Come out enjoy a social ride while exploring the coastal precincts with a chat & refreshments afterwards. Bike lights essential.25 km 3A Kevin 8243 2285



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Audax The Geelong Flyer 1000Saturday 21 March 20157:00 AM Start – Blackwood1,000kmFor audacious randonneurs, this point to point 1,000km ride follows the Raid Coorong route from Adelaide to Geelong around the coast, with an extension to Milang to make up the distance. Bag drop and overnight control support only. Numbers are limited.Entry fee applies.Peter Donnan 0417 571 [email protected]

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Audax The Wellington FlyerSaturday 21 March 20157:00 AM Start – Blackwood150km/120kmUnsupportedRide with the intrepid Geelong Flyer 1,000km riders to Wellington. Wish them good riding and return to Blackwood via Strathalbyn to complete a BRM 200km A 150km option is also available, turning back at Langhorne Creek.Entry fee applies.Glen Thompson 0429 168 [email protected]

Mannum Pedal Wheelers7:00 AM, Arnold Park (Car Park by the Mannum Ferry) A regular social group ride. Cross the ferry, ride along the scenic river road to the Younghusband Store. Return to Mannum after coffee and a chat at Younghusband Store. Bring money for coffee. Visitors and new riders are welcome. Visit us on facebook www.facebook.com/groups/mannumpedalwheelers or [email protected] km 2B-3B Louise or Wally 0466 789 234 or 0428 592 282


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Para Districts Pedallers ‘Cycle Salisbury’9:00 AM, Sunrise Bakery, Cnr Waterloo Corner Rd & Salisbury Hwy, Salisbury. Easy ride along the Little Para Trail and/or local roads as decided by the group on the day. Coffee afterwards. Mountain/hybrid bikes preferred.15-20 km MTB Class 1 Elaine 0422 393 997


Saturday Express1:00 PM, Dog Park, Conyngham St, Glenside. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B Patsy 8379 6477 or 0439 332 533

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.25 km 2A Ashley 0418 851 938


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Boileau Velo Coast to Coast Sunday 22 March 2015Glenelg to Victor HarborStart/time/distance options:Glenelg – 120km – 7.30am startStirling – 95 km – 8.00am startMeadows – 65km – 8.00am startMini Coast to Coast – 10km/20km 10.00am startDue to popular demand-and after three years’ absence-Bicycle SA returns to the riding public one of the biggest and most beautiful rides you’ll get your wheels into. Entry fee appliesBicycle SA office +61 8168 [email protected]/coast2coastwww.bikesa.asn.au

The Little Red Grape7:45 AM, The Little Red Grape Also meet 8:00 am Clare Oval, Main Rd, Clare.75 km 4B Nicola 0414 365 477









Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. A South Western suburbs mystery ride. BYO lunch40 km 2B Trevor 0434 961 488



WED 25 MARMannum Pedal Wheelers7:00 AM, Mid-Murray Council Chambers, Car Park, 49 Adelaide Rd, Mannum. Enjoy a mid-week ride starting from the historic township of Mannum, exploring the surrounding countryside, and sometimes stopping for coffee during or after the ride. Route and coffee stop depending on who is riding. Visitors and new riders are most welcome. Visit us on facebook www.facebook.com/groups/mannumpedalwheelers or [email protected] km 3B Louise or Wally 0466 789 234 or 0428 592 282




Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Echunga, main st near the Memorial hall. Some good dirt roads. MTB or hybrid bike recommended. BYO lunch or buy.50 km 3C Judith 8298 3131




Bayside Breeze6:30 PM, Henley Beach Jetty, Henley Beach. Come out enjoy a social ride while exploring the coastal precincts with a chat & refreshments afterwards. Bike lights essential.25 km 2A Fiona 8383 7199



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Audax Discover AuburnSaturday 28 March 20157:00 AM Start – Auburn100km/200km/300kmUnsupportedTwo day weekend 100km/200km/300km options on Saturday, 200km on Sunday. Enjoy Judy Searley’s brilliant hospitality and discover Auburn, the Clare Valley and surrounding regions. Entry fee applies.Richard Scheer/Judy Searley0423 195 [email protected]





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Salisbury Cruizers ‘Cycle Salisbury’9:00 AM, Shelter, Carisbrooke Park, Main North Road, Salisbury Park. Ride along Little Para Trail to Pt Wakefield Road & return and/or local roads as decided by the group on the day. Mountain bikes preferred, beginners welcome.20 km MTB Class 1 Steve 0411 715 116


Bicycle Maintenance CourseComprehensive Bike Care9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Saturday 28 March 2015 Bicycle SA Office, 53 Carrington 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 appliesEarly bookings essential (maximum 10 registrants per course)Bicycle office 8168 [email protected]

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

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Unley Memorial Gardens, adjacent to Coles, Unley Rd. Unley. BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.25 km 2A Chris 0402 903 761


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Audax Discover Auburn Day 2Sunday 29 March 20157:00 AM Start – Auburn100km/200kmUnsupportedDay 2 of the Auburn weekend. Single 200km loop north through Clare to Crystal Brook via Redhill and Highway 1, returning via Yacka. Entry fee applies.Contact Richard Scheer/Judy Searley0423 195 [email protected]





Hills Ride9:00 AM, Mount Pleasant, Car park opposite bakery. MTB or Hybrid advised. Coffee stop en route. Mainly dirt roads.50 km 2B Joe 0429 694 022


Salisbury Cruizers ‘Cycle Salisbury’9:00 AM, Semaphore Foreshore Clock Tower, end of Semaphore Rd, Semaphore. Easy ride along foreshore shared path to Outer Harbour and return. Suitable for all types of bikes. Coffee afterwards’20 km MTB Class 1 Steve 0411 715 116

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

Better HartsMt Gambier Rides to various locations and varying distances are organised during the month on an ad hoc basis, depending on who is interested, available, and riders’ ability. We ride at the speed of the slowest rider. Our aim to get people to start riding and help them connect with other riders. Contact Sharon Holmes on 8723 0805 or email [email protected]





Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Glenelg Town Hall, Glenelg. Enjoy a beautiful coastal ride along Adelaide’s beaches. BYO lunch.40 km 2B Ann 0438 558 941



Better HartsMt Gambier Rides to various locations and varying distances are organised during the month on an ad hoc basis, depending on who is interested, available, and riders’ ability. We ride at the speed of the slowest rider. Our aim to get people to start riding and help them connect with other riders. Contact Sharon Holmes on 8723 0805 or [email protected]

WED 1 APRMannum Pedal Wheelers7:00 AM, Mid-Murray Council Chambers, Car Park, 49 Adelaide Rd, Mannum. Enjoy a mid-week ride starting from the historic township of Mannum, exploring the surrounding countryside, and sometimes stopping for coffee during or after the ride. Route and coffee stop depending on who is riding. Visitors and new riders are most welcome. Visit us on facebook www.facebook.com/groups/mannumpedalwheelers or [email protected] km 3B Louise or Wally 0466 789 234 or 0428 592 282


Para Pedallers-‘Cycle Salisbury’8:30 AM, North East corner Parabanks car park, (opposite Pioneer Park), Parabanks. Easy ride along local trails and/or local roads, as decided by the group on the day. Coffee afterwards.15-20 km 1A to 2A Elaine 0422 393 997



Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Nairne, main st at the post office. Special history ride. Bookings essential. Email or phone Christine for more details.50 km 3C Christine 8388 6703

THU 2 APRRiverland Riders9:00 AM, Town Clock, Renmark Ave, Renmark. Flat and easy, riding at the pace of the slowest rider.60 km 5A Dennis 0427 971 523



Bayside Breeze6:30 PM, Brighton Jetty, Brighton. A short ride to celebrate the conclusion of the Bayside Breeze rides for 2014/15, with dinner at 7:30pm at the Esplanade Hotel, Brighton. All riders and family/friends welcome. For catering purposes, please advise numbers to Andrew by 26 March. The 2015/16 season commences 8 October 2015 from Brighton Jetty.10 km 2A Andrew 0414 561 738

FRI 3 APRBurra Easter Cycle3-6 April 2015Burra Community & Sports Club, Burra Oval, Smelts Rd, BurraA long weekend for family and friends to explore and discover the history, culture, and unique atmosphere that is Burra.Join in the organized off and on road rides, go for walks, enjoy the local cuisine or relax with a book during the weekend, the choice is yours.5% discount on registrations received from groups of 4+ by 6 March 2015.Children under 5 – free of chargeFurther details and/or enter online Bicycle SA office +61 8168 [email protected]@bikesa.asn.auwww.bikesa.asn.au

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. Contact Ride Co-ordinator to confirm.50 km 3B Geoff 0415 460 380


SAT 4 APRMannum Pedal Wheelers7:00 AM, Arnold Park (Car Park by the Mannum Ferry) A regular social group ride. Cross the ferry, ride along the scenic river road to the Younghusband Store. Return to Mannum after coffee and a chat at Younghusband Store. Bring money for coffee. Visitors and new riders are welcome. Visit us on facebook www.facebook.com/groups/mannumpedalwheelers or [email protected] km 2B-3B Louise or Wally 0466 789 234 or 0428 592 282



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Saturday Express1:00 PM, Adam St, Hindmarsh. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B Murray 0438 853 507

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Port Dock, Port Adelaide. BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.25 km 2A Steve 8248 2603


SUN 5 APRThe Little Red Grape7:45 AM, The Little Red Grape Also meet 8:00 am Clare Oval, Main Rd, Clare.75 km 4B Nicola 0414 365 477




Hills Ride9:00 AM, Gumeracha, Footbal oval car park. MTB or Hybrid advised. Coffee stop en route. Mainly dirt roads.50 km 2B Steve 0401 603 596


MON 6 APRNorthside 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 7 APRPeninsula Pedallers9:30 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Beginners ride, with the group riding at the pace of the slowest rider. Bring money for coffee afterwards. 30 km 1A Raelene 8682 3196


Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Golden Grove Garden Centre (end of Hancock Rd) Golden Grove. No steep climbs! Lots of downhill runs!! Lunch at Silkes Rd Ford, Torrens Linear Park. Coffee at Cafe de Grove. BYO lunch.40 km 2B Julian 0434 262 842

Bicycle Maintenance CourseBasic Bike Care5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Tuesday 7 April 2015Bicycle SA Office, 53 Carrington 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 appliesEarly bookings essential (maximum 10 registrants per course)Bicycle SA office 8168 [email protected]




WED 8 APRMannum Pedal Wheelers7:00 AM, Mid-Murray Council Chambers, Car Park, 49 Adelaide Rd, Mannum. Enjoy a mid-week ride starting from the historic township of Mannum, exploring the surrounding countryside and stopping for coffee during or after the ride. Route and coffee stop depending on who is riding. Visitors and new riders are most welcome. Visit us on facebook www.facebook.com/groups/mannumpedalwheelers or [email protected] km 3B Louise or Wally 0466 789 234 or 0428 592 282




Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Rose Park, corner Alexandra Ave / Fullarton Rd All bitumen hills ride. BYO lunch or buy.50 km 3C Paul 8277 4094




FRI 10 APRGAD-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. Contact Ride Co-ordinator to confirm.50 km 3B Geoff 0415 460 380


SAT 11 APRADVERTISEMENT

Audax Copper Coast WandererSaturday 11 April 20157:00 AM Start – Willaston100km to 600km optionsUnsupportedAll rides commence together from Willaston to Templers and Owen, with all returning via Pinery and Mallala back to Willaston. Longer distances explore the Welsh mining towns of the Copper Coast, Maitland, Wallaroo and Bute.Entry fee applies.Ben Del Fabbro 0414 356 [email protected]




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Bicycle Maintenance CourseComprehensive Bike Care9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Saturday 11 April 2015 Bicycle SA Office, 53 Carrington 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 appliesEarly bookings essential (maximum 10 registrants per course)Bicycle office 8168 [email protected]




Saturday Express1:00 PM, Heywood Park, Unley Park. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B Richard 0419 033 140






‘BoB’ (Burton on Bikes) ‘Cycle Salisbury’9:00 AM, Playground between the soccer fields and Springbank Plaza, Woolworths, Burton. Family ride in the local Burton area suitable for both adults and children aged 7 years and above. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.10 km 1A Robert 0408 891 354


European Bicycle Circle9:00 AM, We ride on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month. The group encourages riders who view cycling as a leisurely pursuit or who ride to commute; the European way. We dress in ordinary clothes and usually carry a picnic lunch to round off the ride. We usually meet for coffee and croissants before the ride, spending about 3 hours total riding time. Cycling is at moderate speed 18-20kmph. We explore Adelaide’s by-ways and lesser known cycle-ways. Visit us on the European Bicycle Circle Facebook page www.facebook.com/groups/eurocyclecircle or contact Paul Hellander 0439 806 888

Hills Ride9:00 AM, Littlehampton, Anembo Park car park. MTB or Hybrid advised. Coffee stop en route. Mainly dirt roads.50 km 2B Mark 0450 884 081

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





Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. Jo’s HILLS CHALLENGE FOR YOU. Ride to Brownhill Creek via Crafers. BYO lunch. Note: NO ROAD BIKES. STEEP DESCENTS AND HILLS.40 km 2C Jo 0432 429 922

Bicycle Maintenance CourseBike Gears and Brakes5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Tuesday 14 April 2015Bicycle SA Office, 53 Carrington St, AdelaideThis 3 hour course looks specifically at brake and gear systems and how to tune and maintain them.Note: There is limited cover of disc/hydraulic brakes.Fee appliesEarly bookings essential (maximum 10 registrants per course)Bicycle office 8168 [email protected]







Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, North Adelaide Aquatic Centre, carpark off Jeffcott Rd, North Adelaide. All bitumen ride. BYO lunch or buy.50 km 3C Russell 0417 672 559














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Saturday Express1:00 PM, Unley Oval, Frederick St, Unley. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B David 0407 008 270

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Seaford Meadow Station (not the Last stop on the line), Seaford Meadow. Ride to McLaren Vale or Willunga and back. BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.25 km 2B Chris 0414 802 919



Grand/Mini SlamRecreational Bike Series of 5 ridesSunday 19 April 20158.00am Willunga, Recreation Park Hall, Main St, WillungaThe second event in the Grand/Mini Slam series of on road personal challenge recreational rides for 2015. Choose between 50 km or 100 km, with the opportunity to ride at your own pace. Morning and afternoon refreshments, freshly cut salad rolls, fruit slice and fruit for lunch.On road supportMembers registration for the series of 5 rides and save!Group (series only), youth and child rates available.Enter online or further details and/or entry forms available from:Bicycle SA office 8168 [email protected]@bikesa.asn.auwww.bikesa.asn.au





Salisbury Cruizers ‘Cycle Salisbury’9:00 AM, Semaphore Foreshore Clock Tower, end of Semaphore Rd, Semaphore. Easy ride along foreshore shared path to Outer Harbour and return. Suitable for all types of bikes. Coffee afterwards.20 km MTB Class 1 Steve 0411 715 116



Upper Para Pedallers ‘Cycle Salisbury’5:00 PM, Shelter, Carisbrook Reserve, Main North Rd, Salisbury Park. Off and on road ride, dependent on level of interest shown.10-15 km Class 1 Craig 0423 552 469



Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Balhannah Oval, Balhannah. Ride the length of Amy Gillett Bikeway with some associated roads through the beautiful Adelaide Hills to Mt Torrens. On the way back a possible side track. Visit Melba’s Chocolate Factory and the Cheese Factory in Woodside. Coffee at Lovell’s Bakery, Woodside. Suitable for road, hybrid or mountain bikes. BYO lunch.40 km 2B John 0402 279 525






Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Ashbourne Hotel, on Meadows to Strathalbyn Rd. All bitumen ride, return to Ashbourne for pub lunch.50 km 3C Vivienne 8293 1459














Saturday Express1:00 PM, Drage Reserve, Briar Rd, Felixstowe. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B Don 0428 566 745

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Salisbury Station Train to Salisbury. Leave Station ride to break destination and return to Salisbury Station. Return to Adelaide by train BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details25 km 2B Ashley 0418 851 938





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Hills Ride9:00 AM, Callington, Football oval car park. MTB or Hybrid advised. Coffee stop en route. Mainly dirt roads.50 km 2B Joe 0429 694 022


Salisbury Explorers-‘Cycle Salisbury’9:00 AM, Swimming Pool entrance, Happy Home Reserve, Salisbury Recreation Precinct, Waterloo Corner Rd, Salisbury North. Beginners / Easy Ride along the Bitumised path of the Little Para Trail.5-10 km MTB Class 1 Jim 0401 984 767


Better HartsMt Gambier Rides to various locations and varying distances are organised during the month on an ad hoc basis, depending on who is interested, available, and riders’ ability. We ride at the speed of the slowest rider. Our aim to get people to start riding and help them connect with other riders. If interested please contact Sharon Holmes on 8723 0805 or email [email protected]





Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Alberton Railway Station, Alberton. Ride to Outer Harbour and surrounding suburbs. BYO lunch. Special Note: A group of our Tuesday Traverse riders are heading to Perth for a week (25 April-3 May) to ride the fabulous cycleways of Perth-from the Esplanade to Kings Park, Rottnest Island, Fremantle, The Swan River and Canning River. Have a great time!40 km 2B Carmon 8298 3893

Bicycle Maintenance CourseBasic Bike Care – For Women 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Tuesday 28 April 2015Bicycle SA Office, 53 Carrington 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 appliesEarly bookings essential (maximum 10 registrants per course)Bicycle SA office 8168 [email protected]

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



Para Pedallers-‘Cycle Salisbury’8:30 AM, North East corner Parabanks car park, (opposite Pioneer Park), Parabanks. Easy ride along local trails and/or local roads, as decided by the group on the day. Coffee afterwards.15-20 km 1A to 2A Elaine 0422 393 997

Wednesday Wheelers9:00 AM, Unley Oval, Edmund Ave, Unley. All bitumen ride. BYO lunch or buy.50 km 3C Michael 8271 9731






FRI 1 MAYGAD-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. Contact Ride Co-ordinator to confirm.50 km 3B Geoff 0415 460 380


SAT 2 MAYKona Dirty WeekendSaturday 2 May to Sunday3 May 2015Cudlee Creek Forest, Adelaide Hills2.00 PM Saturday to 2:00 PMSunday 24/12/6 hour cross countryendurance challenge.Experience some of the best MTB tracks in Australia during the Kona Dirty Weekend and be prepared to get down and dirty!Entry fee applies.Enter on line or further details and/or entry forms available from:Bicycle SA office 8168 [email protected]@bikesa.asn.auwww.bikesa.asn.au








Para Districts Pedallers ‘Cycle Salisbury’9:00 AM, Sunrise Bakery, Cnr Waterloo Corner Rd & Salisbury Hwy, Salisbury. Easy ride along the Little Para Trail and/or local roads as decided by the group on the day. Coffee afterwards. Mountain/hybrid bikes preferred.15-20 km MTB Class 1 Jim 0401 984 767


Saturday Express1:00 PM, Glenelg Town Hall, Glenelg. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B Ann 0438 558 941

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Council Offices Booker Terrace and Sir Donald Bradman Drive, Hilton. BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.25 km 2A Roger 0402 380 172


SUN 3 MAYPoseurs 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




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Hills Ride9:00 AM, Strathalbyn, Adjacent railway station. MTB or Hybrid advised. Coffee stop en route. Mainly dirt roads.50 km 2B Robert 0428 990 059


MON 4 MAYNorthside 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 5 MAYPeninsula Pedallers9:30 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Beginners ride, with the group riding at the pace of the slowest rider. Bring money for coffee afterwards. 30 km 1A Raelene 8682 3196


Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Brighton Railway Station, Brighton. Inaugural ride leader. Mystery ride. BYO lunch.40 km 2B Nanya 0408 176 296

Bicycle Maintenance CourseBasic Bike Care5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Tuesday 5 May 2015Bicycle SA Office, 53 Carrington 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 appliesEarly bookings essential (maximum 10 registrants per course)Bicycle SA office 8168 [email protected]



WED 6 MAYMannum Pedal Wheelers7:00 AM, Mid-Murray Council Chambers, Car Park, 49 Adelaide Rd, Mannum. Enjoy a mid-week ride starting from the historic township of Mannum, exploring the surrounding countryside and stopping for coffee during or after the ride. Route and coffee stop depending on who is riding. Visitors and new riders are most welcome. Visit us on facebook www.facebook.com/groups/mannumpedalwheelers or [email protected] km 3B Louise or Wally 0466 789 234 or 0428 592 282




Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Myponga, main st at the memorial hall. All bitumen ride. BYO lunch or buy.50 km 3C Rob 8270 4999

THU 7 MAYRiverland Riders9:00 AM, Town Clock, Renmark Ave, Renmark. Flat and easy, riding at the pace of the slowest rider.60 km 5A Dennis 0427 971 523




SAT 9 MAYADVERTISEMENT

Audax Southern 123Saturday 9 May 20157:00 AM Start – Joslin100km/150km/200km/300kmUnsupportedAll loops leave Adelaide via the Southern Veloway and return via Clarendon and Belair. Entry fee applies.Ben Del Fabbro 0414 356 [email protected]




2015 Outback OdysseySaturday 9 to 24 May 2015900 km Mountain Bike Odyssey through the Australian outback from Adelaide to Blinman, in the upper Flinders RangesFull Mawson – 9 May to 24 May (16 days)Shorter Options:Mini Mawson One 9 May – 13 May (5 days)Mini Mawson Two 13 May – 18 May (6 days)Mini Mawson Three 18 – 24 May (7 days)Each day in our epic journey is an adventure and experience of a lifetime!New this year will be our one night’s stay in Wilpena Pound, with time to explore this world famous region and maybe taking a plane flight to appreciate its magnificence.Although some days will stretch you to the limit, the campsite with its hot showers, massage and the Handle Bar, together with the catered-for meals and camaraderie will make it all worthwhile!Places are strictly limited and the chance to explore the iconic Flinders Ranges is a once in a lifetime and life changing experience.Entry fee applies.Enter online or further details and/or entry forms available from:Bicycle SA office 8168 [email protected]@bikesa.asn.auwww.bikesa.asn.au




Bicycle Maintenance CourseComprehensive Bike Care9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Saturday 9 May 2015 Bicycle SA Office, 53 Carrington 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 appliesEarly bookings essential (maximum 10 registrants per course)Bicycle office 8168 [email protected]






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Saturday Express1:00 PM, Heywood Park, Unley Park. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B Jane 0402 102 608

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Victoria Square, Adelaide. BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.25 km 2A Steve 8248 2603





‘BoB’ (Burton on Bikes) ‘Cycle Salisbury’9:00 AM, Playground between the soccer fields and Springbank Plaza, Woolworths, Burton. Family ride in the local Burton area suitable for both adults and children aged 7 years and above. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.10 km 1A Robert 0408 89` 254


Hills Ride9:00 AM, Woodside, Swimming pool car park. MTB or Hybrid advised. Coffee stop en route. Mainly dirt roads.50 km 2B Steve 0401 603 596

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





Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. Ride to the ‘Stockade’ Pooraka via the Torrens Linear Park and Oakden. Return on the Levels Bikeway. BYO lunch.40 km 2B Carolyn 0427 797 476







Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Mawson Lakes Railway Station, Mawson Lakes. Catch the 9:23 am train from Adelaide. Some dirt tracks to Cobblers Creek, MTB or hybrid bike recommended. BYO or buy lunch.50 km 3C Bob 8261 9545





SAT 16 MAYADVERTISEMENT

Audax Goyder 600Saturday 16 May 20156:00 AM Start – Norwood600kmUnsupportedNo rain today. The Goyder line represents the point at which there is no longer sustainable rainfall for farming. Ride the Goyder line from Burra through the scenic Mid North of SA. Overnight accommodation available at Pt Pirie (340km).Entry fee applies.Richard Scheer 0423 195 [email protected]









Saturday Express1:00 PM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B David 0413 489 927







European Bicycle Circle9:00 AM, We ride on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month. The group encourages riders who view cycling as a leisurely pursuit or who ride to commute; the European way. We dress in ordinary clothes and usually carry a picnic lunch to round off the ride. We usually meet for coffee and croissants before the ride, spending about 3 hours total riding time. Cycling is at moderate speed 18-20kmph. We explore Adelaide’s by-ways and lesser known cycle-ways. Visit us on the European Bicycle Circle Facebook page, www.facebook.com/groups/eurocyclecircle or contact Paul Hellander 0439 806 888

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Hills Ride9:00 AM, Meadows, Football oval car park. MTB or Hybrid advised. Coffee stop en route. Mainly dirt roads.50 km 2B Peter 0419 843 647


Salisbury Cruizers ‘Cycle Salisbury’9:00 AM, Semaphore Foreshore Clock Tower, end of Semaphore Rd, Semaphore. Easy ride along foreshore shared path to Outer Harbour and return. Suitable for all types of bikes. Coffee afterwards.20 km MTB Class 1 Steve 0411 715 116



Upper Para Pedallers ‘Cycle Salisbury’5:00 PM, Shelter, Carisbrook Reserve, Main North Rd, Salisbury Park. Off and on road ride, dependent on level of interest shown.10-15 km Class 1 Craig 0423 552 469



Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Drage Reserve, Briar Rd, Felixstowe. Travel to the North Eastern suburbs. Some minor undulations along the way. BYO lunch.40 km 2B Don 0428 566 745


WED 20 MAYMannum Pedal Wheelers7:00 AM, Mid-Murray Council Chambers, Car Park, 49 Adelaide Rd, Mannum. Enjoy a mid-week ride starting from the historic township of Mannum, exploring the surrounding countryside, and sometimes stopping for coffee during or after the ride. Route and coffee stop depending on who is riding. Visitors and new riders are most welcome. Visit us on facebook www.facebook.com/groups/mannumpedalwheelers or [email protected] km 3B Louise or Wally 0466 789 234 or 0428 592 282




Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Norton Summit, at the post office, corner Old / New Norton Summit Rds. All bitumen ride. BYO lunch or buy.50 km 3C Maggie 0438 572 434





SAT 23 MAYMannum Pedal Wheelers7:00 AM, Arnold Park (Car Park by the Mannum Ferry) A regular social group ride. Cross the ferry, ride along the scenic river road to the Younghusband Store. Return to Mannum after coffee and a chat at Younghusband Store. Bring money for coffee. Visitors and new riders are welcome. Visit us on facebook www.facebook.com/groups/mannumpedalwheelers or [email protected] km 2B-3B Louise or Wally 0466 789 234 or 0428 592 282






Dry Creek Trailers-‘Cycle Salisbury’9:00 AM, Pooraka Farm Men’s Shed. 39 Scott St, Pooraka. Beginners ride on good gravel trail, no traffic and great scenery. Coffee at Valley View shops. MTB bikes please.15 km MTB Class 1 Bryce 0432 732 540


Saturday Express1:00 PM, Heywood Park, Unley Park. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B Janet 0418 504 596

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Adelaide Sailing Club, Barcoo Rd, West Beach. BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.25 km 2A Roger 0402 380 172






Hills Ride9:00 AM, Mount Torrens, main street adjacent General Store. MTB or Hybrid advised. Coffee stop en route. Mainly dirt roads.50 km 2B Neil 0429 201 144


Salisbury Explorers ‘Cycle Salisbury’9:00 AM, Beefeaters Hall carpark, Pittwater Crescent, Windsor Gardens, next to Torrens Linear Park Trail Easy ride along Torrens Linear Park Trail to Festival Centre, coffee and return.25 km MTB Class 1 Jim 0401 984 767





Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Alberton Railway Station, Alberton. Ride to Outer Harbour and surrounds. Fast ride to make up for the lack of hills. BYO lunch.40 km 3A Magda 0417 802 723


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Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Seaford Railway Station, Seaford. Catch the 9:20 am train from Adelaide. All bitumen ride. BYO lunch or buy.50 km 3C Roger 8325 1790





SAT 30 MAYMannum Pedal Wheelers7:00 AM, Arnold Park (Car Park by the Mannum Ferry) A regular social group ride. Cross the ferry, ride along the scenic river road to the Younghusband Store. Return to Mannum after coffee and a chat at Younghusband Store. Bring money for coffee. Visitors and new riders are welcome. Visit us on facebook www.facebook.com/groups/mannumpedalwheelers or [email protected] km 2B-3B Louise or Wally 0466 789 234 or 0428 592 282







Saturday Express1:00 PM, Adam St, Hindmarsh. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B Patsy 8379 6477 or 0439 332 533

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Victoria Square, Adelaide. BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.25 km 2A Ashley 0418 851 938


SUN 31 MAYADVERTISEMENT

Audax Modbury to Barossa & Hills Ramble 2013Sunday 31 May 20157:00 AM Start – Modbury Heights100km/150km/200kmUnsupportedFrom Modbury climb the Adelaide Hills via Houghton, Inglewood, Kersbrook and Williamstown to the picturesque Barossa Valley towns of Lyndoch, Tanunda and Angaston before returning via Sedan, Palmer, Birdwood, Gumeracha and Tea Tree Gully.Entry fee applies.David Fairweather 0401 528 [email protected]








COMING EVENTS

JUNEBicycle Maintenance CourseBasic Bike Care5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Tuesday 2 June 2015Bicycle SA Office, 53 Carrington 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 appliesEarly bookings essential (maximum 10 registrants per course)Bicycle SA office 8168 [email protected]

Bicycle Maintenance CourseComprehensive Bike Care9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Saturday 13 June 2015 Bicycle SA Office, 53 Carrington 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 appliesEarly bookings essential (maximum 10 registrants per course)Bicycle office 8168 [email protected]

Advanced Bike Maintenance Course9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday 14, 21 and 28 June 2015Bicycle SA office, 53 Carrington St, AdelaideThe second 2015 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!Free workshop manual valued at $40.00 provided to all participants.Fee appliesEarly bookings essential (maximum 10 registrants per course)Bicycle SA office 8168 [email protected]



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