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Berowra Banana and Marramarra NP

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Notes: Bring a snack for the turnaround point since the coffee stop is late in the ride. Cancelled if raining.


Commencing at Hornsby Pool Park we ride via the Old Pacific Highway to the Berowra Waters turnoff and descend to the Berowra Waters ferry crossing. A 3.5km climb sees us to the top of the Berrilee Ridge where we follow quiet backroads through Berrilee, Arcadia and Fiddletown to the edge of the Marramarra National Park.


Returning via the same route for a second ferry crossing we pause for coffee at the near Berowra Ferry on the waterfront before climbing back up Berowra Waters Road to the Old Pacific Highway. We leave the highway at the Bobbin Head turnoff to ride the last 5km home on the eastern side of the railway back to Hornsby.


This ride has long and steep descents requiring riders to be skilled in safe cornering and descending technique. Similarly there are long climbs (4kms with average gradients of 4-6% with sections at 8-10%) on this ride requiring a certain capability to do the ride comfortably at the advertised pace.


This ride is in bushland areas and can be very hot in summer. Riders should ensure that they have plenty of water and food to consume enroute. Additionally other potential issues may arise with hazard reduction burning and summer bushfire threats.


The ferry is normally under maintenance for part of the second Tues in the month so check operating times to avoid disappointment if riding midweek.


Distance: 72.00

Elevation Change: 984

Ride with GPS





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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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Date and Time

Wednesday, October 23, 2024, 7:30 AM

Location

Hornsby Park, northern end, opposite Council Chambers
NSW  
AUS

Ride Leader(s)

John Kyriakopoulos

Category

Medium Hard

Pace:

19-22kph

Registration Info

Registration is required

Capacity

10 Total Slots
2 Available Slot(s)

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