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Date: 10/16/2024
Subject: Bike North Newsletter 16 October 2024
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16 October 2024	Your Bike North News

Riding the Munda Biddi Trail - happening Now!

Here is a wonderful article from Greg Pointing who is currently riding this famous trail in Western Australia.

The Munda Biddi trail stretches from Mundaring, just outside Perth, to Albany and at just over 1000km is Australia’s longest off road ride. https://mundabiddi.org.au/

The trail can be ridden from either end, but based on our experience, 80% plus riders seem to choose the north to south option. It is suggested that the prevailing winds more commonly make this option preferable, however given that the vast majority of the riding is within forests, the wind direction is less critical than you might think. Mentally, riding south always feels like you are going downhill, so that may be another factor!

Originally two of us, mid 60’s, had planned to do the ride 5 years ago, but Covid intervened, so 5 years later, we are currently 400 km into the ride, having started on September 30. This time of year was always our only option, due to the optimal weather conditions and coinciding with the onset of wildflower season in Southern WA. While you can’t do much about when the rain falls, temperatures in October are generally cooler than Sydney and perfect for riding with overnight minimums as low as 5C and daytime maximums in the low to mid 20’s.

Continued . . . Don't miss reading the full article here in News.

Riding for Country Kids

Here's something for your 2025 Diary where you could really make a difference and have a great ride.

Join Manly charity Royal Far West‘s Ride for Country Kids next May. Royal Far West (RFW) is Australia’s only national charity dedicated to the health and wellbeing of country children. This ride set to be their biggest Ride yet as they celebrate 100 years of supporting country children’s health.

The three-day ride will cover over 380km, from Bourke to Narromine, while also raising vital funds to provide country children with vital developmental and mental health support services. To learn more or to register today, head to www.rideforcountrykids.com.au

Watch the video here for some inspiration.

Fresh Kit for a Spring in your Step

Did you Activ8 during September? Are you planning your spring and summer riding schedule?

Then be sure to look resplendent when you are out there on two wheels by getting dressed up in Bike North Cycling Kit! We all love to see some of the previous Bike North jerseys on the road but why not add a new one to your collection? The Bike North clothing shop will open in coming days and you can purchase a whole new wardrobe of Bike North branded gear!

And we have a new item available this season – a long-sleeved, SPF rated jersey with all the features of our short sleeved version – three rear pockets, full zipper, gripper (see picture).

Features of the Bike North jersey include:

- ‘Bronze’ cut provides a more relaxed design than the previous release, yet still offers body-hugging fit for comfort

- Ultra lightweight sport vent fabric combines lightness, casualness and breathability

- Moisture-wicking fabric supports body temperature regulation and comfort

- Three back pockets and one small, zippered pocket

- Bike North colours and logo

- Available in short sleeve in a range of sizes from XXS to 4XL

Team that up with a casquette, sox, short sleeved jersey and sun protection arms and gilet. Snazzy!

The shop will open in a few days – please visit our ONLINE SHOP: https://teamshop.cuore.ch/bike-north

Some Impressive Stats!

Greg Boyd led his merry troops on a ride - 93km and 1300m of climbs!

That called for coffee and food at Granatas ...

Special well done to Josef and Frank in completing their first Moonrise too.

How About the Central West with some Mates? - Some tips!

Day 0 - Mudgee

The three of us met in Mudgee on the Sunday afternoon in preparation for our adventure. Discussions were had, tyre choices debated, beers were drunk, more debate on tyre choices, food was consumed. Normal fare for the night before a ride of this magnitude.

This is the introduction that Malcolm Wade sent and the story builds so well from there! Read the full article in News for the adventure, challenges, tips and celebrations of cycling.

Have You Seen this Bike?

A friend of Bike North member, Bruce Rhodes, was in his car near Rydalmere Ferry Terminal, with his bike on a rear car rack, when someone on a fast e-bike stole this bike and rode off with the bike over his shoulder.

If you see the bike, contact Bruce or rides@bikenorth.org.au.

CHAIN REACTION ARTICLE DEADLINE

Bike North members are keen to hear about your rides and ideas. Send your article, either within an email or as an attached Word document, and separately attached images (jpeg files please) to news@bikenorth.org.au by 4pm each Tuesday for publication in our weekly newsletter Chain Reaction or for your article to be added to our News library.
Before sending your ideas please read the Guidelines for Contributors .

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BICYCLE NSW DISCOUNT

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