Bike Week ride Sunday 24 September 2017
Celebrate Bike Week with us on this inner west back streets ride from Tempe to the Big Bike Day at Leichhardt via Addison Rd Markets and Rozelle Markets.
Date: Sunday 24 September 2017
Time: 9am
Start and finish: Tempe station carpark, Richardsons Cres Tempe
Route: Back streets, some traffic, easy pace. Breaks at Addison Rd markets, Rozelle markets and the Big Bike Day and return to Tempe approx. 2pm
Bring: Backpack or panniers for market shopping, sunscreen and water
Date: Sunday 24 September 2017
Time: 9am
Start and finish: Tempe station carpark, Richardsons Cres Tempe
Route: Back streets, some traffic, easy pace. Breaks at Addison Rd markets, Rozelle markets and the Big Bike Day and return to Tempe approx. 2pm
Bring: Backpack or panniers for market shopping, sunscreen and water
Bays and bridges ride Saturday 26 August 2017
Explore some of the waterside suburbs of the inner west - Rozelle, Drummoyne, Chiswick and Abbotsford - and enjoy the views of the bays, coves and river.
Date: Saturday 26 August 2017
Time: 12 noon - 4.30pm
Start and finish: Dulwich Hill station, corner of Wardell Rd and Bedford St
Route:Cycle paths and back streets, some hills, some traffic, easy pace, approximately 25 km circuit.
Bring: Sunscreen, water and snacks.
For more information contact Natalie on 0435117463
Date: Saturday 26 August 2017
Time: 12 noon - 4.30pm
Start and finish: Dulwich Hill station, corner of Wardell Rd and Bedford St
Route:Cycle paths and back streets, some hills, some traffic, easy pace, approximately 25 km circuit.
Bring: Sunscreen, water and snacks.
For more information contact Natalie on 0435117463
Ride to Rookwood Sunday 23 July 2017
Join us for a winter ride along the Cooks River Valley Cycleway to the historic Rookwood Necropolis. Return by bike to Tempe or by train from Lidcombe.
Date: Sunday 23 July 2017
Time: 9.30am - 1pm
Start and finish: Tempe railway station car park, Richardson Ave Tempe
Route: Mainly flat, cycleway and quiet roads, easy pace, 15km each way.
Contact: Natalie 0435117463
Date: Sunday 23 July 2017
Time: 9.30am - 1pm
Start and finish: Tempe railway station car park, Richardson Ave Tempe
Route: Mainly flat, cycleway and quiet roads, easy pace, 15km each way.
Contact: Natalie 0435117463
Harbour loop ride Saturday 24 June
Enjoy skirting Sydney Harbour on this easy ride that takes in Blackwattle Bay, the Fishmarkets, Walsh Bay, Barangaroo, and the Botanic Gardens.
Date: Saturday 24 June 2017
Time: 8.45 for 9am start
Place: Start and finish in beside the Newtown Neighbourhood Centre at the end of Australia St (opposite Newtown station)
Contact : John0418262706
Date: Saturday 24 June 2017
Time: 8.45 for 9am start
Place: Start and finish in beside the Newtown Neighbourhood Centre at the end of Australia St (opposite Newtown station)
Contact : John0418262706
Greenway and Bay Run ride Sunday 27 May
Join us for an autumn ride along the Greenway and the Bay Run. The GreenWay is an urban green corridor in Sydney's Inner West. It is a bush corridor and a hub for community arts and groups, bushcare, walking and cycling.
Date: Saturday 27 May 2017
Time: 8.45 for 9am start
Place: Start and finish at Dulwich Hill Station, corner Wardell Rd and Bedford Cres, Dulwich Hill
Route: Mainly quiet back streets and cycle paths, approximately 15km return
Contact: Craig 0401 173 863
Register: meetup
Chocolate and fine food ride
Eat your way around the backstreets of Marrickville on an almost calorie-neutral bike tour of chocolatiers, gelato manufacturers, specialty shops and patisserie and confectionary wholesalers you never knew existed.
On Saturday 1 April 2017 Bike Marrickville is leading its annual pre-Easter Chocolate and Fine Food Ride to encourage shopping locally and sustainable transport.
Refuelling stops at TIM Products, Casa Del Gelato, Adora chocolates and more.
Meet 8:45 for a 9am start at Petersham Post Office, corner of Audley and Fisher Sts. Finish back in Petersham at 12:30. An EASY ride (mostly 10 minutes riding then 10 minutes eating...) suitable for all.
For more information contact Natalie 0435117463
On Saturday 1 April 2017 Bike Marrickville is leading its annual pre-Easter Chocolate and Fine Food Ride to encourage shopping locally and sustainable transport.
Refuelling stops at TIM Products, Casa Del Gelato, Adora chocolates and more.
Meet 8:45 for a 9am start at Petersham Post Office, corner of Audley and Fisher Sts. Finish back in Petersham at 12:30. An EASY ride (mostly 10 minutes riding then 10 minutes eating...) suitable for all.
For more information contact Natalie 0435117463
Tempe to Cronulla
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Sunday 26 February 2017 Join us for an end of summer ride from Tempe to Cronulla for a swim and lunch before returning by train. Time: 9.15am for 9.30 am start Meet: Tempe Railway Station, western side carpark Trail: Around 25 kms one way, predominately flat. Bike trails and bike friendly minor arterial roads. Return:Train to Wolli Creek 40 minutes, Sydenham 43 minutes. Bring: Helmet, bike in good working condition, water, sun protection, swimmers and towel, Opal card and lunch or money Contact: Craig 0401 173 863 |
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Marrickville to Maroubra
Maroubra Beach - Photo Craig Niven
Sunday 11 December
A flat, back street ride to the beach. Bring swimmers and towel for a dip when we arrive.
Start and finish at Marrickville station, Station St Marrickville
(next to platform 2)
9.15 for 9.30am start. Return approximately 2pm.
Register on the Meetup group
For more information contact Craig 0401173863
A flat, back street ride to the beach. Bring swimmers and towel for a dip when we arrive.
Start and finish at Marrickville station, Station St Marrickville
(next to platform 2)
9.15 for 9.30am start. Return approximately 2pm.
Register on the Meetup group
For more information contact Craig 0401173863
Harbour loop ride
Harbour Loop Ride - Barrangaroo Headland photo John Caley
Sunday 20 November
Enjoy Sydney Harbour in spring on this ride that takes in the Fishmarkets, Walsh Bay, Barangaroo, and the Botanic Gardens for a picnic lunch.
Start and finish at Newtown Neighbourhood Centre, cnr Australia St and King St Newtown, opposite Newtown Station.
9.45 for 10am start. Return approximately 2pm
For more information contact John on 0418262706
Enjoy Sydney Harbour in spring on this ride that takes in the Fishmarkets, Walsh Bay, Barangaroo, and the Botanic Gardens for a picnic lunch.
Start and finish at Newtown Neighbourhood Centre, cnr Australia St and King St Newtown, opposite Newtown Station.
9.45 for 10am start. Return approximately 2pm
For more information contact John on 0418262706
Saturday markets ride
Saturday 29 October
Beat the Saturday traffic in this back street tour to Carriageworks, Glebe and Orange Grove Markets. Bring your panniers and backpacks.
Start and finish at Marrickville station, Station St Marrickville (next to platform 2)
8.15 for 8.30am start. Return approximately 1pm.
For more information contact Natalie on 0435117463
Beat the Saturday traffic in this back street tour to Carriageworks, Glebe and Orange Grove Markets. Bring your panniers and backpacks.
Start and finish at Marrickville station, Station St Marrickville (next to platform 2)
8.15 for 8.30am start. Return approximately 1pm.
For more information contact Natalie on 0435117463
Chocolate and fine food ride
photo - Fiona campbell
Eat your way around the backstreets of Marrickville on an almost calorie-neutral bike tour of chocolatiers, gelato manufacturers, specialty shops and patisserie and confectionary wholesalers you never knew existed.
On Saturday 15 October 2016 Bike Marrickville is leading its famous Chocolate and Fine Food Ride to encourage shopping locally and sustainable transport.
Refuelling stops at TIM Products, Casa Del Gelato, Georgiou’s Confectionery and more.
Meet 8:45 for a 9am start at Petersham Post Office, corner of Audley and Fisher Sts. Finish back in Petersham at 12:30. An EASY ride (mostly 10 minutes riding then 10 minutes eating...) suitable for all.
Register on the Sydney Rides Festival website.
On Saturday 15 October 2016 Bike Marrickville is leading its famous Chocolate and Fine Food Ride to encourage shopping locally and sustainable transport.
Refuelling stops at TIM Products, Casa Del Gelato, Georgiou’s Confectionery and more.
Meet 8:45 for a 9am start at Petersham Post Office, corner of Audley and Fisher Sts. Finish back in Petersham at 12:30. An EASY ride (mostly 10 minutes riding then 10 minutes eating...) suitable for all.
Register on the Sydney Rides Festival website.
Bike Week family ride to Botany Bay
Date: Sunday 18 September 2016
Time: Register from 9am for 9.30 start
Meet: Steel Park, Illawarra Rd Marrickville, near car park and waterplay area
Route: Cooks River cycleway to Kyeemagh on Botany Bay and return. Shorter option to Tempe Reserve and return.
Route is flat and off road, although there are some road crossings. Approximately 2 hours.
Contact: Natalie on 0435117463
Time: Register from 9am for 9.30 start
Meet: Steel Park, Illawarra Rd Marrickville, near car park and waterplay area
Route: Cooks River cycleway to Kyeemagh on Botany Bay and return. Shorter option to Tempe Reserve and return.
Route is flat and off road, although there are some road crossings. Approximately 2 hours.
Contact: Natalie on 0435117463
Cooks River Day Out ride
Date: Sunday 21 August 2016
Time: 11am
Meet: Steel Park, Illawarra Rd Marrickville, near car park and waterplay area
Route: Steel Park to Cup & Saucer Creek Wetland and return – an easy ride for about an hour along the Cooks River highlighting environmental improvements.
There will be stalls, food and entertainment at Steel Park.
Contact: Craig 0401 173 863
Time: 11am
Meet: Steel Park, Illawarra Rd Marrickville, near car park and waterplay area
Route: Steel Park to Cup & Saucer Creek Wetland and return – an easy ride for about an hour along the Cooks River highlighting environmental improvements.
There will be stalls, food and entertainment at Steel Park.
Contact: Craig 0401 173 863
Industrial Heritage Ride
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Chocolate and fine food ride
Eat your way around the backstreets of Marrickville on an almost calorie-neutral bike tour of chocolatiers, gelato manufacturers, specialty shops and patisserie and confectionary wholesalers you never knew existed.
On Saturday 12 March 2016 Bike Marrickville is leading its famous Chocolate and Fine Food Ride to encourage shopping locally and sustainable transport.
Refuelling stops at TIM Products, Casa Del Gelato, Georgiou’s Confectionery and more.
Meet 8:45 for a 9am start at Petersham Station (southern side, outside RSL club). Finish back in Petersham at 12:30. An EASY ride (mostly 10 minutes riding then 10 minutes eating...) suitable for all.
RSVP/enquiries: bikesaint@gmail.com or 0403 821 374
On Saturday 12 March 2016 Bike Marrickville is leading its famous Chocolate and Fine Food Ride to encourage shopping locally and sustainable transport.
Refuelling stops at TIM Products, Casa Del Gelato, Georgiou’s Confectionery and more.
Meet 8:45 for a 9am start at Petersham Station (southern side, outside RSL club). Finish back in Petersham at 12:30. An EASY ride (mostly 10 minutes riding then 10 minutes eating...) suitable for all.
RSVP/enquiries: bikesaint@gmail.com or 0403 821 374
Boy Charlton and Botanic Gardens via Bourke St
A summer ride to the harbour via back streets and the Bourke St cycleway. We will break for a swim at the Boy Charlton pool, or a stroll in the Botanic Gardens. Bring sunscreen, water and $6.20 pool entry
Date: Sunday 31 January 2016
Time: 9:15 for a 9:30am start
Start and finish:Enmore Park, at the bike racks outside the pool
Pace: Easy (some traffic)
For more information: Natalie on 0435117463 or pipsheard@bigpond.com
Date: Sunday 31 January 2016
Time: 9:15 for a 9:30am start
Start and finish:Enmore Park, at the bike racks outside the pool
Pace: Easy (some traffic)
For more information: Natalie on 0435117463 or pipsheard@bigpond.com
Barangaroo and back
A loop ride starting and finishing at Enmore Park and taking in the new parklands at Barangaroo, the new separated cycle paths on Castlereagh and Liverpool Sts in the city, and the first section of the Goods Line.
Date: Sunday 15 November 2015
Time: 9 am for 9.15 start (ride for approx. 3 hours)
Start and finish: Enmore Park, at the bike racks outside the pool
Pace: Easy (some traffic)
For more information: Natalie on 0435117463 or pipsheard@bigpond.com
Date: Sunday 15 November 2015
Time: 9 am for 9.15 start (ride for approx. 3 hours)
Start and finish: Enmore Park, at the bike racks outside the pool
Pace: Easy (some traffic)
For more information: Natalie on 0435117463 or pipsheard@bigpond.com
Bike Week family ride to Botany Bay
Date: Sunday 20 September 2015
Time: Register from 9am for 9.30 start
Meet: Steel Park, Illawarra Rd Marrickville, near car park and waterplay area
Route: Cooks River cycleway to Kyeemagh on Botany Bay and return. Shorter option to Tempe Reserve and return.
Route is flat and off road, although there are some road crossings. Approximately 2 hours.
Contact: Natalie on 0435117463
The Riverwood Ride
Date: Sunday 19 July, 2015
Time: 10:00 am
Meet: Tempe railway station, car park side
Trail: Quiet street and bike trail ride along (as close as possible) Wolli Creek, M5 motorway(offroad cycle path), Salt Pan Creek(elevated platform – may require some walking), Cup & Saucer Creek(cycle path), finishing off along Cooks River cycle path to Tempe.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=zyy2qa9GdUS0.k_TOVC6ruV-Q
Effort: 35 - 40 kms return from Tempe Station; some short hills and descents riding between river catchments.
Duration : 3 – 4 hours
Contact: Craig 0401 173 863
Time: 10:00 am
Meet: Tempe railway station, car park side
Trail: Quiet street and bike trail ride along (as close as possible) Wolli Creek, M5 motorway(offroad cycle path), Salt Pan Creek(elevated platform – may require some walking), Cup & Saucer Creek(cycle path), finishing off along Cooks River cycle path to Tempe.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=zyy2qa9GdUS0.k_TOVC6ruV-Q
Effort: 35 - 40 kms return from Tempe Station; some short hills and descents riding between river catchments.
Duration : 3 – 4 hours
Contact: Craig 0401 173 863
Greenway ride
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Inner city cycleways ride
Date: Sunday 22 February 2015
Time: 9am for 9:15am start
Start and finish: Enmore Park, at the bike racks outside the pool
Duration: 3 hrs return, approx. 25km
Come and ride on Marrickville’s first newly finished separated cycleway along Carrington Rd, and then explore some of the neighbouring City of Sydney cycleways from Mascot to Taylor Square. Easy pace, some traffic, approx. 25km.
Inquiries: Natalie 0435117463
Time: 9am for 9:15am start
Start and finish: Enmore Park, at the bike racks outside the pool
Duration: 3 hrs return, approx. 25km
Come and ride on Marrickville’s first newly finished separated cycleway along Carrington Rd, and then explore some of the neighbouring City of Sydney cycleways from Mascot to Taylor Square. Easy pace, some traffic, approx. 25km.
Inquiries: Natalie 0435117463
