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RidesPROGRAMME March-May 2014

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 www.adelaidecyclists.com All Women’s Bike Rides Lanie 0450 799 209Bayside Breeze Andrew 8293 4813Better Harts Catherine 8725 3821Border BUG Bill 0428 790 497 Clare Valley Cycle Team Judy 0400 290 687‘Cycle Salisbury’ Para District Pedallers Nigel 0431 838 735Cycling On Fleurieu John 0410 340 071Cobwebs [email protected] Bicycle Circle Paul 0439 806 888GAD-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 0466 943 155Southern Flinders Rough Riders Richard 0417 341 462The Little Red Grape Nicola 0414 365 477 Tuesday 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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AudaxThe TrialSaturday 1 March 20147:00 AM Start – Adelaide200km mixed courseUnsupportedA seriously challenging ride to Barossa and back but with about 100kms of unsealed roads and some steep climbs.Fee appliesContact Richard [email protected]

West 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

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

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 2 Steve 0411 715 116

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, Heywood Park, Unley Park. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B Richard 0419 033 140

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Glenelg Clock Tower, Jetty Rd, Glenelg. BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.25 km 2A Chris 0414 802 919

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

Better Harts Mt 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. [email protected] 8723 0805

SUN 2 MARGAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group)8:00 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

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

The Little Red Grape8:15AM, The Little Red Grape Also meet 8:30 AM Clare Oval, Main Rd, Clare.75 km 4B Nicola 0414 365 477

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. Car park opposite Haagen Arms Hotel, Echunga. MTB or Hybrid advised. Coffee stop en route. Mainly dirt roads.50 km 2B Peter 0419 843 647


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

Kangaroo Island BUG10:00AM, To be advised To be advised25-35 km 1B Manfred 8553 0383

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


MON 3 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

TUE 4 MARPeninsula 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. Mystery Tour in Adelaide Suburbs. BYO Lunch.40 km 2B Richard 0438 805 901

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

WELCOMEEach year, over 1,500 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.

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WED 5 MARGAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group)8:00 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

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, Unley Oval, Edward Ave, Unley. All bitumen ride. BYO lunch or buy. If 35C or more is forecast, meet at the same place at 8:30 AM for a short ride.50 km 3C Michael 8271 9371

Southern Flinders Rough Riders6:00 PM, Over the Edge Shop, Melrose. Dusk ride.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. [email protected] 8723 0805

THU 6 MAR30/30 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 required30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

Bayside Breeze6.30 PM, Buffalo Rest, Wrigley Res, Glenelg. Come out enjoy a social ride while exploring the coastal precincts with a chat & refreshments afterwards. Bike lights essential.25 km 2A Joan 0412 181 643

FRI 7 MARWest 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. Contact Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group)8:00 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.Judy 0400 290 687

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AudaxThe Old Gawler LoopsSaturday 8 March 20147:00 AM Start – Gawler200/300/400/600km coursesUnsupportedAll rides go to Murray Bridge and return via Mannum. The 300km then goes to Owen and return, the 400km to Pt Wakefield and return with the 600km adding a ride to Clare and back.Fee appliesMatt Rawnsley 0427 379 [email protected]

West 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. Contact Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849


Dry Creek Trailers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’8:00 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



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, Clock Tower, Semaphore Foreshore, end of Semaphore Rd, Semaphore. Easy ride along shared path to Outer Harbour and return. Suitable for all types of bikes. Coffee afterwards.15 km 1A-3A Nigel 0431 838 735

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, (car park) Hackney Rd, Hackney. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B David 0438 203 319

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





The Little Red Grape8:15 AM, The Little Red Grape Also meet 8:30 AM Clare Oval, Main Rd, Clare.75 km 4B Nicola 0414 365 477

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, or contact Paul Hellander 0439 806 888 or [email protected] 0439 806 888


Hills Ride9:00 AM, Mylor. Oval car park, Mylor. MTB or Hybrid advised. Coffee stop en route. Mainly dirt roads.50 km 2B Steve 0401 603 596 or 8271 1140






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Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. Ride through the Western Suburbs. BYO Lunch.40 km 2B Bob 8356 0906

Border BUG6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads. Ride returns to start point for a chat after. Lights required30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497




Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Maxell Tce and Sixth St (corner), Glenelg. Some dirt roads. MTB or hybrid bike recommended. If 35C or more is forecast, meet at the same place at the same time for a swim.50 km 3C Peter 0419 843 647




Bayside Breeze6.30 PM, Seacliff Hotel, Seacliff. Come out enjoy a social ride while exploring the coastal precincts with a chat & refreshments afterwards. Bike lights essential.25 km 2A Sue 8377 1505

FRI 14 MARWest 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. Contact Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849



SAT 15 MARWest 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.Contact Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849



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


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, Glenelg Town Hall, Mosley Square, Glenelg. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B Ann 0438 558 941

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







Hills Ride9:00 AM, Birdwood. Main street adjacent primary school, Birdwood. MTB or Hybrid advised. Coffee stop en route. Mainly dirt roads.50 km 2B Robert 0428 990 059

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





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 Traverse9:30 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. Best suited for Hybrid and Mountain bikes.35 km 2C Fiona 8383 7199


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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



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, Myponga – main street by hall, Myponga. Southern ride all bitumen with hills, BYO or buy lunch. If 35C or greater is forecast on Tuesday PM news, meet same place at 8.30 AM for shorter ride60 km 3C Rob 8270 4999




Bayside Breeze6.30 PM, Brighton Jetty, Brighton. Come out enjoy a social ride while exploring the coastal precincts with a chat & refreshments afterwards. Bike lights essential.25 km 3A Meryl 0449 999 730




SAT 22 MARWest 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. Contact Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849





Para Districts Pedallers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’9:00 AM, Sunrise Bakery, Cnr. Waterloo Corner Rd and 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 Nigel 0431 838 735


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

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Heywood Pk, Addiscombe Pl, Unley Pk. BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.25 km 2A Chris 0414 802 919



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Recreational Bike Ride8:00 AMSunday 23 March 2014Ride the 35km of closed Adelaide Hills roads, including the South Eastern Freeway with your mates on the Mt Lofty Challenge and get sponsored for The Smith Family or ride through the Parklands and along the River Torrens with your friends and family on the Free Family Fun Ride. Several ride options from 5km to 115km on this exciting event, with the unique opportunity to ride through the Heysen Tunnel. On road support and a chance to win great prizes (BSA members only)Entry fee appliesEnter online or further details and/or entry forms available from Bicycle SA office 8168 9999www.bikesa.asn.au

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group)8:00 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












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Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Glenelg Town Hall, Moseley Square, Glenelg. Circular ride into the city via the coast and parklands. BYO Lunch.40 km 2B Ann 0438 558 941





Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Belair Railway Station, Belair. All bitumen hills ride, BYO lunch or buy. If 35C or more is forecast, meet at the Toll Gate at 8:30 AM.50 km 3C John 8223 7397

Better Harts Mt 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. [email protected] Sharon 8723 0805



Bayside Breeze6.30 PM, Glenelg Jetty, Glenelg. Come out enjoy a social ride while exploring the coastal precincts with a chat & refreshments afterwards. Bike lights essential.25 km 3A David 0407 008 270




SAT 29 MARWest 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.Contact Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849




Bicycle Maintenance CourseComprehensive Bike Care9:00 AM-4:00 PM Saturday 29 March 2014 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 appliesEarly bookings essential (maximum 10 registrants per course)Bicycle office 8168 9999www.bikesa.asn.au


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

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



SUN 30 MARPoseurs 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




Hills Ride9:00 AM, Mount Barker. Car park Flaxley Road opposite high school, Mt Barker. MTB or Hybrid advised. Coffee stop en route. Mainly dirt roads.50 km 2B John 8391 0320


Salisbury Explorers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’9:00 AM, Paddocks Wetlands. Para Hills Soccer Club carpark, Bridge Rd, Para Hills Beginners/easy ride around the dirt/gravel tracks of Paddocks Wetlands.5-10 km MTB Class 1 Jim 0401 984 767

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





TUE 1 APRPeninsula 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 Traverse10:00 AM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. Could be a doozy ride, notice the date. BYO Lunch.40 km 2B Angela 0418 844 963


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WED 2 APRGAD-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



Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Tower Hotel, Magill. All bitumen hills ride, BYO lunch or buy50 km 3C Bob 8261 9545


Better Harts Mt 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 contact or email [email protected] Sharon 8723 0805

THU 3 APR30/30 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


Bayside Breeze6.30 PM, Brighton Jetty, Brighton. A short ride to celebrate the conclusion of the Bayside Breeze rides for 2013/14, 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 27 March. The 2014/15 season commences on 9 October 2014 from Brighton Jetty.15 km 3A Andrew 0414 561 738

FRI 4 APRWest 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. Contact Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849



SAT 5 APRWest 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.Contact Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849





Para Districts Pedallers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’9:00 AM, Sunrise Bakery, Cnr. Waterloo Corner Rd and 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 Nigel 0431 838 735


Saturday Express1:00 PM, Henley Square, Henley Beach. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B Des 0401 360 187

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



SUN 6 APRGrand/Mini SlamRecreational Bike Series of 5 ridesSunday 6 April 2014. 8.00am Woodside, Mid Hills Netball Club, Main St, Woodside.The second event in the in Grand/Mini Slam series of on road personal challenge recreational rides for 2014. Choose between 50km or 100km, 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 supportEntry fee appliesMembers 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]











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MON 7 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



Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. Ride to the beach via River Torrens. BYO Lunch.40 km 2B Meryl 0449 999 730

Bicycle Maintenance CourseBasic Bike Care5:30 PM-8:30 PM Tuesday 8 April 2014Bicycle 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 appliesEarly bookings essential (maximum 10 registrants per course)Bicycle SA office 8168 9999www.bikesa.asn.au




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






SAT 12 APRADVERTISEMENT

Audax Copper Coast WandererSaturday 12 April 20147:00 AM Start – Gawler100/200/300/400/600km coursesUnsupportedThe 100km rides to Owen and return, the 200km to Pt Wakefield and return, the 300km to Kadina and Bute, with the 400km adding Moonta and Ardrossan. The 600km adds a route to Kapunda, Sedan, Palmer and return via Chain of Ponds and Humbug Scrub.Entry fee appliesClaudio Pompili 0421 902 [email protected]

West 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.Contact Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849






Bicycle Maintenance CourseComprehensive Bike Care9:00 AM-4:00 PM Saturday 12 April 2014 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 appliesEarly 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, Lighthouse, Queen’s Wharf, Pt Adelaide. BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.25 km 2A Steve 8248 2603



SUN 13 APRPoseurs 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




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

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




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European Bicycle CircleWe 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 18-20kmh. We explore Adelaide’s by-ways and lesser known cycle-ways. Visit us on the European Bicycle Circle Facebook page, or Paul Hellander 0439 806 888 or [email protected] Paul 0439 806 888




Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. Ride through the South Eastern Suburbs to Brownhill Creek. BYO Lunch.40 km 2B Jill 0437 293 311

Bicycle Maintenance CourseBike Gears and Brakes5:30 PM-8:30 PM Tuesday 15 April 2014 Bicycle SA Office, 111 Franklin 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 9999www.bikesa.asn.au





Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Crafers, near the Park & Ride car park, Crafers. All bitumen hills ride, BYO lunch or buy50 km 3C Mike 8295 2149





Kaunda Easter CycleFriday 18 – Monday 21 April 2014Kapunda, Barossa ValleyA weekend of cycling fun, discovery and adventure for the whole family. Rides will include the very popular Farmers Market in Angaston, bike trails, bitumen and unsealed roads of varying distances and for those who want to be challenged, Mengler Hill!For the ‘foodies’ there are restaurants, cafes and, of course, award winning wineries to visit!A great time to make new friends and renew friendships.Camping will be at Dutton Park (and Oval)Entry fee applies.Children 5 and under free of charge.Further details and/or entry forms available from Bicycle SA office 8168 [email protected]







Saturday Express1:00 PM, St Andrews Hospital (front entrance), South Terrace, Adelaide. 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 Roger 0402 380 172







Hills Ride9:00 AM, Echunga. Car park opposite Haagen Arms Hotel, Echunga. MTB or Hybrid advised. Coffee stop en route. Mainly dirt roads.50 km 2B Robert 0428 990 059







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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 the Eastern Suburbs with some hills.40 km 2C Helen 8332 3263




Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Tower Hotel, Magill. Some dirt roads. MTB or hybrid recommended. BYO picnic lunch.50km 3C Paul 8277 4094



FRI 25 APRADVERTISEMENT

Audax Anzac AudaxFriday 25 April 20147:00 AM Start – Clarence Park150/200kmUnsupportedRide up Langhorne Creek and optionally Wellington before returning to the start. Hope to observe or call in on some Anzac celebrations along the way.Entry fee appliesGlen Thompson 0429 168 [email protected]

West 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. Contact Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849









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

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Heywood Pk, Addiscombe Pl, Unley Pk. BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.25 km 2A Chris 0414 802 919







Hills Ride9:00 AM, Crafers. Adjacent park ‘n’ ride, Crafers. MTB or Hybrid advised. Coffee stop en route. Mainly dirt roads.50 km 2B Steve 0401 603 596 or 8271 1140


Salisbury Explorers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’9:00 AM, Western Playground equipment by Bikeway, Unity Park, South Tce, Pooraka. Beginners/easy ride around bitumised paths of Unity Park and on dirt paths of Dry Creek Trail.5-10 km MTB Class 1 Jim 0401 984 767






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Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, West Lakes Rowing Club. Military Road, West Lakes. Enjoyable ride North to Outer Harbour. BYO Lunch.40 km 2A Lorraine 8345 5674

Bicycle Maintenance CourseBasic Bike Care – Women Only5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Tuesday 29 April 2014Bicycle 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 appliesEarly bookings essential (maximum 10 registrants per course)Bicycle SA office 8168 9999www.bikesa.asn.au

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 Wheelers9:00 AM, Adelaide Railway Station, North Tce, Adelaide. Catch the 9:08 AM train to a mystery destination. BYO or buy lunch50 km 3C Malcolm 8379 7339



THU 1 MAY30/30 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 2 MAYWest 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. Contact Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849



SAT 3 MAYWest 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. Contact Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849






Para Districts Pedallers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’10:00 AM, Par 3 Kiosk (next to Torrens Lake Weir), off War Memorial Drive, North Adelaide. Please note: Later start time – 10.00am. Easy ride along the Torrens Linear Park Trail to Henley Beach and return. Lunch at Henley Beach at own cost. Suitable for all types of bikes.30 km 1A-3A Nigel 0431 838 735

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

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Brighton Jetty, Brighton. BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.25 km 2A Joan 0412 181 643

Kona Dirty WeekendSaturday 3 May to Sunday4 May 2014Cudlee Creek Forest, Adelaide Hills2.00 PM Saturday to 2:00 PM Sunday 24/12/6 hour cross country endurance 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]



SUN 4 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






Hills Ride10:00 AM, Kapunda. Main street adjacent police station, Kapunda. Please Note: LATER START TIME – 10.00am. MTB or Hybrid advised. Coffee stop en route. Mainly dirt roads.50 km 2B Trevor 0409 648 424






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MON 5 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 6 MAYPeninsula 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 Traverse10:00 AM, Murray Bridge 2 Day adventure (Tuesday 6th & Wed 7th) – staying in Murray Bridge overnight. Day 1 – Ride out to Tailem Bend & return. Day 2 – Ride out towards Mannum & return. Ride approx 50 kms each day. BYO Lunches. Contact Robyn for details.50 km 2B Robyn 0401 364 019

Bicycle Maintenance CourseBasic Bike Care5:30 PM-8:30 PM Tuesday 6 May 2014Bicycle 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 appliesEarly bookings essential (maximum 10 registrants per course)Bicycle SA office 8168 9999www.bikesa.asn.au



WED 7 MAYGAD-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


Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Oaklands Railway Station, Oaklands Park. Catch train to Seaford and ride back to Oaklands. All bitumen ride. BYO or buy lunch.50 km 3C Malcolm 8276 9469







SAT 10 MAYWest 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.Contact Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849







Saturday Express1:00 PM, Unley Oval (Envestra Park) (picnic area near side entrance), Trimmer Tce, Unley. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B David 0407 008 270

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







Hills Ride9:00 AM, Glenelg. Cnr Maxwell Terrace & Sixth Avenue, Glenelg. 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. Mystery Ride. Please phone for details. Coffee afterwards.40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915




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European Bicycle CircleWe 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, or contact Paul Hellander 0439 806 888 or [email protected] Paul 0439 806 888




Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Oaklands Railway Station Circular tour of Adelaide suburbs from Oaklands Park to Victoria Park, the River Torrens, Adelaide Airport and Sturt River. BYO Lunch. Coffee will be at Maxwell Terrace, Glengowrie.40 km 2B Liz 8296 5769





Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Weymouth Recreation Park, Main Rd, Coromandel Valley. All bitumen hills ride, BYO lunch or buy50 km 3C Peter 0409 675 641






SAT 17 MAYADVERTISEMENT

Audax Mt Lofty ChallengeSaturday 17 May 20147:00 AM Start – Stepney200/300kmUnsupportedThe 200km route goes to Murray Bridge, Palmer and Onkaparinga Valley Rd before some climbing up Old Mt Barker Rd before the final climb to Mt Lofty. The 300km route includes a loop via Bow Hill to Walkers Flat and also a bit extra via Nairne on the return leg.Contact Richard [email protected]




Para Districts Pedallers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’8:00 AM, Pooraka Farm Men’s Shed. 39 Scott St, Pooraka. Please note: Earlier start time – 8.00am. Meet, greet and ride with Dry Creek Trailers. Beginners ride on good gravel trail, no traffic and great scenery. Coffee at Valley View shops. MTB bikes please.15 km MTB Class 1 Nigel 0431 838 735



Bicycle Maintenance CourseComprehensive Bike Care9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday 17 May 2014 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 appliesEarly bookings essential (maximum 10 registrants per course)Bicycle office 8168 9999www.bikesa.asn.au


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

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Kensington Gardens Oval, West Tce & the Parade, Kensington. BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.25 km 2A Roger 0402 380 172






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






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. Explore the existing length of the Amy Gillett Bikeway and associated roads through the beautiful Adelaide Hills – (Balhannah possibly to Mt. Torrens). Suit most styles of bikes. Some hills. BYO Lunch. Coffee back in Balhannah Café.40 km 2C Sue 0411 029 628




Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, Myponga – main street by hall, Myponga. Some good dirt roads. MTB or hybrid bike recommended. BYO or buy lunch.50 km 3C Reno 0414 249 675






SAT 24 MAYADVERTISEMENT

Audax Almost My Birthday RideSaturday 17 May 20147:00 AM Start – Adelaide200kmUnsupportedMatt will post map URL on Audax site closer to the event.Entry fee appliesMatt Rawnsley 0427 379 [email protected]







Saturday Express1:00 PM, Alexander Ave, Rose Park. Café stop for afternoon tea.40 km 3B Deborah 0427 101 556

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.25 km 2A David 0466 943 155



SUN 25 MAYGrand/Mini SlamRecreational Bike Series of 5 ridesSunday 25 May 20148.00am Williamstown, Queen Victoria Jubilee Park, Springton Rd, WilliamstownThe 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 supportEntry fee appliesGroup (series only), youth and child rates available.Enter online or further details and/or entry forms available from Bicycle SA office 8168 [email protected]






Salisbury Explorers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’9:00 AM, Swimming Pool entrance, Salisbury Recreation Precinct, Happy Home Reserve, Waterloo Corner Rd, Salisbury North Beginners/easy ride around bitumised paths of Little Para Trail.5-10 km MTB Class 1 Jim 0401 984 767



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Tuesday Traverse10:00 AM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. Ride the Eastern Suburbs to Magill, then challenge yourself to ride the (New) Norton Summit Road to Norton Summit (we’ve done it before, lets do it again!!). No race, just steady pedalling. BYO Lunch for the top. Some hills.40 km 2C Magda 0417 802 723





Wednesday Wheelers10:00 AM, River Torrens bike track, opposite the brewery, Hindmarsh. All bitumen ride. Pub lunch.50 km 3C John 8346 9765






SAT 31 MAYWest 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.Contact Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.6A Irma 0439 801 849





Para Districts Pedallers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’9:00 AM, Sunrise Bakery, Cnr. Waterloo Corner Rd and 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 Nigel 0431 838 735

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

Saturday Sojourn1:00 PM, Wigley Reserve, Adelphi Tce, Glenelg. BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.25 km 2A Chris 0414 802 919


COMING EVENTS

JUNEBicycle Maintenance CourseBasic Bike Care5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Tuesday 3 June 2014Bicycle 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 appliesEarly bookings essential (maximum 10 registrants per course)Bicycle SA office 8168 9999www.bikesa.asn.au

Bicycle Maintenance CourseComprehensive Bike Care Saturday 14 June 2014 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 appliesEarly bookings essential (maximum 10 registrants per course)Bicycle office 8168 9999www.bikesa.asn.au

Advanced Bike Maintenance Course9:00AM – 5:00PM Sunday 15, 22 and 29 June 2014Bicycle SA Office, 111 Franklin St, AdelaideThe second 2014 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 appliesFree workshop manual valued at $40.00 provided to all participants.Bicycle SA office 8168 [email protected]

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