The ride starts and finishes at the Meadowbank ferry wharf, and crosses the Parramatta R. using the ferry between Putney Mortlake, then proceeds anti-clockwise around the bays and foreshores on the S. side of the Parramatta River. We'll stop for coffee, probably in Wareemba, before circling Iron Cove, passing through Drummoyne and over Gladesville Bridge.
(Alternatively we will return to the start via the Concord Hospital/ Ryde bridge route.)
Allow 3.5 - 4 hrs hours including ride briefing, regroups, coffee stop and ferry trip assuming a steady 16 km/h avge pace.
The ride includes some hilly areas. While there are numerous shared paths, riders need to be comfortable cycling on some fairly busy roads. Route hazards include cyclists, pedestrians, dogs, bollards, etc. particularly on the Iron Cove Bay Run. There are several water fountains and toilets on the route. There are no designated options for riders wishing to leave the ride.
Distance: 40.00
Elevation Change: 430
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Risk warning
As a participant in this dangerous recreational activity, you may be exposing yourself to a significant risk of
harm. Bike North, the ride organisers and leaders wish to warn you of the risks and hazards that are an
inherent part of cycling, and to take care to prevent putting yourself, your fellow participants and/or others
into danger. By registering for this ride, you accept the warning as to risk, and you agree to ride in a safe
and responsible manner and to obey all Australian Road Rules.
All riders must wear an approved helmet and carry water, at least one spare tube plus a pump.
Health Warning
Riders must not attend if sick, have Covid-19, influenza or symptoms of any communicable disease.
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