A nice semi technical MTB ride.

Stop at Greenway for coffee if you have time

Ride the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail

·         Check the official BVRT calendar before registration. You may prefer to adjust your timing to avoid sharing the trail with large numbers of riders or runners. http://www.brisbanevalleyrailtrail.com.au/events-2/

·         Please observe the BVRT Code of Conduct, with particular regard to leaving gates as you find them.

Starting at the Bendigo Railway Station head along the Leanangook Track before exploring the gravel roads of Mandurang. Finish the ride with a spin along the Spring Gully Bike Track

A hilly ride  from the Gap returning after riding three Brookfield fingers

Elevation: 795 m

This relaxing 50 km loop promises some of the flattest riding the central Tablelands has on offer. Start in Atherton and head south through Wongabel, before turning eastwards. After a quick loop around the Golden Triangle of Kairi and Tolga, head back into Atherton for a well-deserved coffee break.

Elevation: 326 m

Through bobbin head, dash to Berowra and back.

Starting at the lookouts of either Mt Coot-tha or Mt Gravatt ride a loop including both lookouts.

To ‘The Dish’ and return, out and back via Wellington Rd (includes gravel roads).

Hilly ride on quiet country roads, with ample refuelling stops available

A meander through some scenic Barossa back-roads.   65% dirt,  560m climbing.

A 50km ride around Lake Burley Griffin and through the parliamentary triangle to the Old Parliament House and Parliament House.  Mostly bike paths and on-road cycle lanes.

This is a photo tour. Checkpoints are photo stops. Take a photo, and enter the time in the brevet card.

There are plenty of cafes (and a brewery) enroute if you have time for coffee, or a beer.

Brisbane River Loop

Elevation: 388 m

Willaston - Freeling - Templers - Wasleys - Willaston.

Elevation: 255m

Start Location; Intercity Cycleway, 1 McVilly Drive, Hobart, Tasmania 7000

Starting at Hobart Cenotaph and out and back course on the Inter-City Cycleway. Turnaround at the end of the cycle way. Continue on to Taroona, turn around point is just past the Old Taroona Pub. Plenty of coffee shops and supply places on this flat and easy 50.

Richmond 50 - Start in Sorell and do a loop around to Tea Tree, into Richmond, and back to Sorell.

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/25400068

Distance: 51.6 km

Elevation: 525 m

Start: Sorell Banjo’s Bakery

Finish: Sorell Banjo’s Bakery

33 Gordon St, Sorell TAS 7172

CONTROL: Richmond shops or bakeries | Public Toilets up lane on right – 37 km

Geeveston 50 – Huonville to Geeveston and back with a bit of a climb at the far end.

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/25400178

Distance: 51.8 km

Elevation: 780 m

Start: DS Coffee House

Finish: DS Coffee House

12 Main St, Huonville TAS 7109

CONTROL: Geeveston shops – 21.8 km

3 loops of Mt Coo-Tha with out going on the same roads in the same direction

Elevation:  929 m

Start Location; Salamanca Place Hobart, Tasmania 7000 Australia

This 50 km ride starts at the famous Salamanca market. From here you follow some quieter roads out of the Hobart CBD, onto the lovely Hobart Rivulet Track which is only a few km from the CBD but is a full-on bushland setting (some easy unsealed sections), and then the Mount Wellington pinnacle will be in full view in front of you. The climb is tough and relentless, but the views along the way, and from the top are unforgettable. Be fully prepared for all seasons in one day. The weather on the pinnacle can change suddenly. You can get water in the Wellington Park BBQ facilities directly across from the Ferntree Tavern, further along at The Springs (740m ASL), and further along at The Chalet (1000m ASL) as well as toilet facilities at the very top (1,200m ASL). Be very careful of the narrow mountain road (Pillinger Drive) with often heavy tourist traffic. Descend precipitously back to Ferntree, and further on turn right into Chimney Pot Road, heading towards aptly named Ridgeway, then a further precipitous drop along the also aptly named Waterworks Road. From here you are taken through parts of Battery Point and the Hobart docks before returning to Salamanca for a well earnt beer at one of the many local pubs. Because of the numerous turns it is strongly suggested you take some form of GPS if you are not familiar with the ride. Bonne route. 

Checkpoints:

1. Mt Wellington
2. Hobart

Heads along Beach Road to Mordialloc and then inland to Patterson River and back. Nice mix of beach and wetlands scenery. About 12 km of compact gravel.

A loop from the Gap including: Ferny Grove, Samford and Mt Nebo.

Elevation 942 m

You won't get a flatter ride than this.

Elevation: 226 m

Out via Wellington Rd, back via Brolgan Rd (includes gravel roads).

Hopetoun 50 Gravel (51km / 42 km gravel)

follows the Swan river around to take in Fremantle & Perth back to Deep water Point. Quiet roads and cyclepaths

A flat 50k loop with a few k of gravel

Start and finish at Organik Café, Broadway Glenelg Sth then along the beach to Outer Harbour and back.

Elevation gained: 251m

A loop to the south of Cobram, followed by a small detour across the river into NSW.

A quick loop around the Redcliffe Penisula.

Elevation 305 m

All sealed roads, loop out near Cookamidgera.

A fifty mostly on shared paths, passing Prospect Dam.

An easy run through 'burbs on shared paths.  A good length of SOB bike-way, some leafy creeks and wetlands, and finishing 'on a high' with a view to the gulf. 42% dirt,  282m climbing

Out to the Great North Cafe in Cowan via the gorges of Galston and Berowra. Return down the Pacific Hwy to Hornsby Mall.

Starts and finish at Boronia Train station for a family friendly bicycle path fifty with lots of parks, shops and toilets along the way.

Start Location; IGA, Hadspen, 37 Winifred Jane Cres, Hadspen TAS 7290

A social ride to finish the Audax year, and the first step to the easiest Audax award, the Nouveau Randonneur

Follows the Marino Rocks Greenway to Hallett Cove railway station, across over to the other side via the bridge then shape right onto Sea to Vines Greenway to Hallett Cove Shopping Centre (McDonalds) then retrace route.

Starts North Adelaide Railway Station 'Red House Cafe'

Opens 7.30am - 4pm each day except Tuesday - closed all day

Elevation gained: 312m

A cruise around Inverleigh farms and forest

Along the Little Para river and onto the beautiful Dry Creek paths. Then the more natural Cobbler Creek paths. Some smooth gravel paths on both ( Road bike OK). Down the big hill to the Little Para paths near the end.

Enjoy a scenic loop around the central Tablelands, with a few hills to keep things interesting and great views across the ridges. Return to Atherton via the Curtain Fig Tree.

Elevation: 488 m

Along the Great Ocean Road from Port Campbell to Peterborough to view the spectacular Bay of Islands coastline, then home via the Boggy Creek Pub at Curdievale.

Head north to Kongwak then down through Wonthaggi on this loop out of Inverloch. 

Start and Finish at Baywater Train Station. A fun fifty riding along the new Box Hill Rail Trail. Enjoy some dumplings in Box Hill and Coffee in Jells Park. 

Quiet out and back route to Beulah

Through the forests,  over the hills, and plenty of scenic back roads. Two passes through Birdwood to fill the bidons. A shortened version of the Snail - Anti-clockwise. 69% dirt, but 'only' 1000m of climbing. Time allowed at an average speed of 12.5km/hr is 5hr 2min

Elizabeth - One Tree Hill - Kersbrook - Chain of Ponds - Houghton- return.

Elevation: 884m

A short north and south ride from Portland. Can be ridden in reverse.

A journey down the old Highway and into Brooklyn for some oysters before returning to Hornsby Mall.

A flat warm-up loop out of Wangaratta, passing numerous wonderful cafes in Wangaratta

A trip from Port Campbell inland to Timboon, then back down towards Peterborough to return along the Great Ocean Road coast.

A hilly 55km ride

Scenic undulating ride on quiet roads, with good cafe at the finish.

Follow the Outer harbor Greenway bikeway to Port Adelaide and Outer Harbor and return.

Elevation: 274m

Starting at Pier Street, Altona and riding past 100 Steps,  the old Cheetham Saltworks, new suburbs of Sanctuary Lakes, Point Cook and Werribee South and  the market gardens of Werribee. Checkpoint is at Werribee Zoo.

Hopetoun Another 50 Gravel (56km / 46 km gravel)

A hilly 55km ride

Ride from Cobram to a checkpoint at Katamatite then back to Cobram.

Out to Freshwater Creek, across to Torquay. Ideal spin with a possible coffee at each checkpoint!

A scenic Gravel Grinder route with 49% dirt roads and some bike paths. Quite a bit of climbing and so some far views across the beautiful Barossa Valley and the Adelaide Plains on the way home. Two grabs at the quaint Cockatoo Lane - plenty of pet roos lving on the small holdings. Tucker break at the Lyndoch bakery, after first experiencing the Gods Hill 'bumps' and visitng God's cemetary to repent your sins!   49% dirt,  583m climbing

A loop from The Gap Up Mt Nebo then on towards Mt Glorious turning to Samford and returning via Settlement Rd.

Elevation 1184 m

An easy, flat, dirty run around the paddocks. Not a lot of climbing.  Can be started from Gawler Rail Station (Not Gawler Central), so can catch a train out from the city!  59% dirt,  291m climbing

Through the forests,  over the hills, and plenty of scenic back roads. Two passes through Birdwood to fill the bidons. A shortened version of the Snail - Clockwise. 69% dirt, but 'only' 1000m of climbing. Time allowed at an average speed of 12.5km/hr is 5hr 2min

Teesdale to Ballan with views across the East Branch of the Moorabool River. Actual distance 63k

 Ballan to Teesdale with views across the East Branch of the Moorabool River. Actual distance 63k

A romp through the rolling hills and dales to the north and west of Kapunda. You will climb (probably on foot for some of it) little Mount Allen, and experience part of the Heysen Trail. Keep an eye out for snakes in summer! Very picturesque in mid-winter and spring, when the canola is glowing yellow!

There are no shops, toilets or water outlets on this route. So be prepared.

64km 576m climbing Audax time: 5hr 7min

The views, the forest tranquillity and the abundant wildlife are worth the challenging huff and puff at the start of the fire tracks on this ride. A touring bike with front shocks and 35mm tyres or a mountain bike would be suitable. (Time; 5hr 22min)    41% dirt,  1005m climbing

A waddle through the wheat and a cute little burrow called Rosedale. A bit of a sniff and some grub at Wasleys and Freeling.  56% dirt,  395m climbing.

Full on single track for much of this ride.

Ride the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail

• Check the official BVRT calendar before registration. You may prefer to adjust your timing to avoid sharing the trail with large numbers of riders or runners. http://www.brisbanevalleyrailtrail.com.au/events-2/
• Please observe the BVRT Code of Conduct, with particular regard to leaving gates as you find them.

A scenic route via quiet country roads and lanes

Exploring the country side through the middle of the Colin Thiele Triangle. Colin, when in High School, used to live at Julia, north-west of Eudunda. He would ride his bike down to Hampden, then jump on the train which would take him down through the middle of this triangle to the High School at Kapunda. The High School still operates, but can you spot the relics of the old rail line on your ride?!

Visit the little hamlets of Hamilton and Tarnma on your merry way. You might be lucky to see some-body tp sign your card, If not enter your time, but do not sign.

There are no shops, so take plenty of food. Water available at Tarnma, as per info icon on map.

72km   663m climbing   Audax time: 5hr 46min

Exploring the country side through the middle of the Colin Thiele Triangle. Colin, when in High School, used to live at Julia, north-west of Eudunda. He would ride his bike down to Hampden, then jump on the train which would take him down through the middle of this triangle to the High School at Kapunda. The High School still operates, but can you spot the relics of the old rail line on your ride?!

Visit the little hamlets of Hamilton and Tarnma on your merry way. You might be lucky to see some-body tp sign your card, If not enter your time, but do not sign.

There are no shops, so take plenty of food. Water available at Tarnma, as per info icon on map.

72km    663m climbing     Audax time: 5hr 46min

To Meeniyan and return. 

200 km Goldfields MTB Trail over two days as Dirt Brevets, with an overnight stop in Daylesford, 120 km (Dirt), and finishing in Ballarat, 70 km (Dirt) or Mt Bunninyong, 90 km (Dirt).

River Loop + extras

Elevation: 1055 m

Bright – Mt Beauty – Falls Creek – Mt Beauty

Available October to March ONLY

A very flat ride with great scenery

Elevation: 519 m

Noojee – Baw Baw - Noojee

Available October to March ONLY

From Atherton, enjoy an easy downhill cruise northwards to Walkamin, before turning to tackle the sneaky uphill climb back to Tolga. Ride through the flat areas of the Golden Triangle, through Yungaburra and Peeramon to Malanda. Return through the Wongabel area to Atherton.

Elevation: 831 m

Taggerty – Buxton – Marysville – lake Mountain – Marysville – Narthethong - Taggerty

Available October to March ONLY

Ride to Clifton and Back

Elevation: 1182 m

To Bogan Gate for Devonshire Tea (weekends only).

Through Nelungaloo to Forbes and return on same route.

Climb the staircase and quiet gravel back roads.

A loop through Cookamidgera, then out to The Dish for breakfast (includes gravel roads).

A scenic ride along coastal paths, then turn in-land for the return trip along the Ocean to Vines Rail-track, the Veloway, and Sturt Creek shared paths.

Mixed Terrain: Gravel, bike path and road following the Yarra River to Warrandyte then Gardiners Creek back to Richmond.

This route is suitable for road, cyclocross or mountain bikes.

Start Location;

Mountain River Hall
corner of Mountain River & Dip Road
Mountain River, Tasmania 7109
Australia                       

Checkpoints:

1. Huonville
2. Cygnet
3. Mountain River

Veentures in a bit from the coastline near West beach, following the Sturt River paths. Onto the Veloway, joining onto the old rail trail to the 'wine town' of McLaren Vale. Paths bring you back to the coast at Moana, and then along the esplanades for a while befroe snaking around the Hallet Cove. Back down to the ocean paths at Seacliff, for the final run back to Henley.

Scenic ride, quiet roads, not too hilly, lovely control at Willow Grove general store

A nice ride East of Canberra and Queanbeyan.

Passing by the locality of Rossi (pronounced Ross Eye apparently).

Cafes a plenty at Bungendore.

Tuggeranong, Googong and Burra

A scenic ride north to Cooroy returning via the coast

Elevation:  951 m

Ride on mostly quiet country roads through the green famland of Outrim, Leongatha, Koonwarra, Stony Creeky, Buffalo, Tarwin. Ride includes Great Southern Rail Trail from Leongatha to Buffalo. Fairly flat with 608 metres of climbing.

Scenic ride on quiet backroads, some water views and rail trail suited for all bikes

Nyora, Gurdies, Almurta, Woolamai, Wonthaggi

Undulating to hilly scenic ride climbing 1250 metres

This loop goes to historic Maldon. Longer ascents and descents. 1265m climb

Scenic, 1100 metres of climbing, expect sand trucks from Nyora to Lang Lang except on Sundays

An out and back between Elgar Park ad West Meadows and Gellibrand Hill