Date: Sunday 5th Feb 2012
Time 1000 am
Start: Caltex Servo, cnr Western Ring Rd, Sunshine Ave, Kealba, Melways 26 H2
Distance: 22 klms to Woodlands Park (Northern end) Melways 178 B6. Return trip approx 50 klms
Suits: Adults, any maintained bike (see note below)
Cost: Free, BYO nibbles, lunch, NB All rubbish must be taken out of Woodlands park please.
NOTE: Most riding in Woodlands Park is on gravel trails - Care is needed if riding a road bike.
Description: Meeting at the Caltex servo it is an easy cycle along the Western Ring Road path to Gowanbrae where we’ll cross over the Ring Road and head down to the Jacana Wetlands and in to Westmeadows. A few short streets later we join and follow the Moonee Ponds Creek path in to the southern end of Woodlands Historical Park and heritage Homestead site. Lots of paths to explore and a viewing point to the end of the airport runways for that extra thrill of planes taking off. Return trip is a slightly different route - planning to bypass that steep hill out of Jacana wetlands. Coffee, nibbles in the Woodlands Park cafe OR Westmeadows area (cafe).
Contact: Ruth 0417110880 Stuart 93642956
Ride Report: 4 Riders buckled down against gale force winds to Broadmeadows valley park then common sense prevailed and our cycling journey took us in to the city on the Moonee Ponds Creek trail for a well earned coffee. Riding distance approx 40 klms. Woodlands still awaits us!
Date: 2nd January 2012
Distance: 70 klms option
Start: Geelong
Description: BrimBUG is supporting safe cycling and intends to join the annual Amy Gillett ride for 2012.
Registrations are open now - follow the link_
http://www.amygillett.org.au/amys-ride-victoria-12
If wanting to ride with BrimBUG members please contact Ferdi for more details closer to the date and watch this site.
Ferdi 0409384977
Ride Report: A challenging day for attendees due to “extreme weather conditions”. The cycle route is excellent but “43 C heat” was a little too challenging.
Date: Sun 20th Nov 2011
Time: 10:00AM, shade of the shard, fed square
Finish: 3:00PM
This is a tour of some of the most historic trees of Melbourne. Ride will be less than 20kms. We will be stopping for a picnic lunch along the way so bring some picnic items to share.
Highlights include the 300yr old Corroboree Tree, the 400yr old Separation Tree, the Lone pine, the Federation oak and the Firewheel tree planted by the only British king to abdicate
Organiser: Peter 0411 437137.
DUE TO THE CURRENT WET WEATHER THE TRAILS IN WOODLANDS PARK MAY BE TOO DIFFICULT TO NETOTIATE.
STAY TUNED: The route / destination will probably change.
Please make contact with ride co-ordinator if attending.
Date: Sunday 2nd October 2011
Time 1000 am
Start: Caltex Servo, cnr Western Ring Rd, Sunshine Ave, Kealba, Melways 26 H2
Distance: 22 klms to Woodlands Park (Northern end), Return trip approx 50 klms
Suits: Adults, any maintained bike (see note below)
Cost: Free, BYO nibbles, lunch, NB All rubbish must be taken out of Woodlands park please.
NOTE: Most riding in Woodlands Park is on gravel trails - Care is needed if riding a road bike.
Description: Meeting at the Caltex servo it is an easy cycle along the Western Ring Road path to Gowanbrae where we’ll cross over the Ring Road and head down to the Jacana Wetlands and in to Westmeadows. A few short streets later we re-join and follow the Moonee Ponds Creek path in to the southern end of Woodlands Heritage Park and historical Homestead site. Lots of paths to explore and a viewing point to the end of the airport runways for that extra thrill of planes taking off. Return trip is a slightly different route - planning to bypass that steep hill out of Jacana wetlands. Coffee, nibbles in the Woodlands Park cafe OR Westmeadows area (cafe).
Contact: Ruth 0417110880 Stuart 93642956
Report: With glorious sunshine and a gentle breeze x8 riders took a unanimous vote to do a longer ride (as the paths in Woodlands were not suitable). Down to Werribee we went via the Federation Trail and explored the trail extension and new bridge over the Werribee River. An excellent lunch stop in Werribee and an exhillerating tail wind home with a few magpies for good measure. Distance covered for most riders 80 klms - a good preparation for RTB and The Great Vic bike ride. Woodlands still awaits us!
Date: Saturday 24th September 2011
Time 1000 am
Start: Caltex Servo, cnr WRRoad & Sunshine Ave, Kealba Mel 26 H2
Distance: 25 klm to Docklands (then flexible)
Cost: Free, any maintained bike
Activities: Many & varied, be part of promoting cycling etc; and the environment.
Description: From the service station it is an easy 25 klm ride via Edgewater Estate in to the city - Docklands area for a lunch. Afternoon activities are to support the “Moving Melbourne mobilise 350″ campaign which are planned for 2pm - 4pm at Waterfront city, Docklands. For all activities please check out the website below.
www.moving-planet.org
Contact: Ferdi 0409384977
Report: 5 riders form BrimBUG attended this important climate change day event at Docklands. A cool windy, day did not deter the activities and after a little choreography some fantastic photos were taken by helicopter. Check out the photos on our Flickr link.
Date: Saturday 17th Sept 2011
Time: 0900
Start: Southern Cross Railway Station - 0913 train to Croydon.
Distance: 40 klms
Cost: Free - train, lunch money
Suits Adults, any maintained bike
Description: Meeting at Southern Cross railway station we’ll take the 0913 train to Croydon. From there it is a short street ride to the Mullum Mullum Creek Trail and in past the start of the Eastlink Trail we keep to the Koonung Creek Trail and follow the Eastern Freeway. Before the end a short cut leads us via Alphington to some terrific cafes for lunch in Clifton Hill. From there it is a short ride to the city for riders to choose their favourite route home.
Contact: Ruth 0417 110 880 Stuart 9364 2956
Report: yes ! 12 riders headed out on a glorious day and tackled the small hills of the Mullum Mullum reserve on this picturesque ride through the green belt of the south eastern suburbs. Plenty of bird life and smells of spring time in Melbourne. A wonderful feast and hot drinks were taken at our favourite cafe in Clifton Hill - Oh! - of course we had that mandatory flat tyre which was quickly changed and re-inflated with one of those new gas cylinders.
Date: Sunday 28th August 2011
Time: 1000 am
Where: Caltex Servo, Cnr Western Ring Rd & Sunshine Ave melways 26 H2
Distance: Approx 20 klms - can be extended
Suits: Adults > 18 yrs (as alcohol is envolved)
Description:
Meet at the Caltex Servo and ride a scenic route to the Rose Creek Estate in Craig St East Keilor as part of the Sunbury Wine Festival. Wine tasting and lunch available on this family run estate. Return route is dependant on weather and rider enthusiasm.
Contact: Ferdi 0409 384 977
Ride Report: x7 riders attended the “open day” for the Rose Creek winery as part of the Sunbury Wine Festival. An exhillerating 40 klm ride in total and excellent entertainment at the winery complex. Check out our photos on Flickr.
Date: Sunday 21st August 2011
Start: 0930
Where: Caltex Servo, cnr Western Ring Road & Sunshine Ave, Kealba Melways 26 H2
Distance: 25 klms to melbourne city then 10 klms “Sporting complex riding tour”
Suits: Adults, Any maintained bike
Cost: Free riding note - Lunch at a Bistro in the city is planned for 1.00 pm approx.
Description: Ride the quick route in to the city via Edgewater Estate to the heart of Melbourne where our “Tour Guide” John will introduce us to some of Melbournes sporting grounds and their associated history / heritage. Tour takes approx 90 mins and easy riding distance of 10 klms. Afterwards we have lunch planned at a Bistro near the old Georges emporium. Safe bike parking at bistro. Riders free to arrange their favourite trip home.
Contact Ruth 0417110880 John 0418108441
Report: 13 riders enjoyed a leisurely ride to docklands for coffee and then John took us on a cycling tour round some of our famous sports grounds and back via Fitzroy Gardens to a cleverly hidden bistro for lunch. Great commentary, Great lunch and a great group of riders on a glorious melbourne day.
YES - MORE CHANGES ON THE Western Ring Road path
The ride is on BUT THE ROUTE HAS CHANGED
Date: Saturday 13th August 2011
Start: 0930 am
Where: Caltex servo, cnr Western RR & Sunshine Ave, Kealba Melways 26 H2
Distance 50 klms
Suits Adults, any maintained bike
Cost: Free - BUT WE ARE LUNCHING AT THE CHEESERY RESTAURANT / CAFE
Beautiful “wood fired pizzas” are on the menu!.
Booking at restaurant essential - notify Ruth if attending
Description: After meeting at the servo we’ll make our way via the WRR path and then through the Broadmeadows valley paths and in to Craigieburn. Then its along Amaroo Rd and back roads to the cheesery in Donnybrook Rd. After lunch its cycling back to Craigieburn for riders to decide their method of travel home. Options are cycle back or Train and cycle.
Contact Ruth 0417 110 880 Stuart 9364 2956
Ride Report: A comfortable 42 klm ride to the cheesery and an excellent lunch. You had to be there for the “brilliant banter and photo”. We shall go back - to apologise for some raucous laughter over lunch! Cycled back to Craigieburn ( 9 klm) and then took our prefered options homeward.
Date Sunday 24th July 2011
Time 1000 am
Start Caltex Servo, cnr Western RR & Sunshine Ave, Kealba Melways 26 H2
Distance 35 klms - FLEXIBLE
Suits Adults, any maintained bike
Cost Free, coffee & transport money
Description Meet at the Caltex Service station in Kealba, on Western Ring Rd and Sunshine Rd corner. We’ll ride via the Edgewater Estate to Docklands and then take a “Mystery Route” to Acland Street - St Kilda in search of the illusive “Polish Donut”.
Lots of options for return trip depending on weather, rider numbers and how many donuts we need to burn off. Minimum distance from servo to Acland St is 30 klms.
Contact Ruth 0417 110 880 Ferdi 0409 384 977
Ride Report: Well Melbourne weather gave a typical “winter treat”. x5 riders coasted with the elements to Docklands where a hot drink and warm up was in order after x2 flat tyres delayed our progress. Ride terminated here due to afternoon commitments. Those donuts still beckon.
