Cycling Groups Sydney

Out West Again

**Out West Again** This is a 298 kms scenic five day ride mainly on paved country roads with 90 kms of gravel starting on 26 October, 2026 This is a ride for **experienced club members** who enjoy rural areas and a little adventure. You need to book your own accommodation as soon as possible. As unexpected delays on the road are possible you need to carry a minimum two litres of water and lunch for each segment. No coffee stops just a picnic or three! Unless I can find a driver we will have to carry all our own luggage so pack like a squirrel. *Any friends interested in being a luggage driver and tourist while we ride?* Day 1: You get yourself to Eugowra by 10.30 AM on 26/10 and cycle 48 kms to Parkes. Perhaps stay at Bushman’s. I will drive up Sunday afternoon. Cars will be parked near the Eugowra Cafe for free over the week. We have done this before without incident. Arrive Parkes by bike in the evening. Day 2: Cycle 48 kms Parkes to Forbes and explore. Perhaps stay at the Ben Hall Motel. Day 3: Early start to cover 68 kms to Grenfell via paved road staying at Grenfell Hall. Mainly flat with plenty of rest stops. Day 4: Ride the 75 kms to Canowindra, perhaps staying at Eddy’s. Plenty of rest stops over the 6 hours of riding. Quite flat! The road is mainly sealed and we might get coffee at Gooloogong. Day 5: 30 October, an early start. The final day we ride 59 kms back to Eugowra, **all unpaved** for 6 hours of riding. Collect your car and drive the main road back to Canowindra (34 kms) and spend the night as there is no accommodation at Eugowra or drive to Sydney (not recommended).

Mogo

Ride Leaders' workshop (no.2) & lunch

***For Bike Leichhardt financial RIDE LEADERS only, who were unable to attend the FIRST RIDE LEADERS' WORKSHOP in August.*** **This second workshop has been scheduled for you for Saturday NOVEMBER 14, 2026.** To review the key findings of the recent member & ride leader surveys, discuss ride leadership issues & enjoy a relaxed lunch together. Arrive in 'The Studio' of the Clubhouse of Levande Cardinal Freeman Village at 9am for 9.15 am workshop start. Tea & coffee available in the room so have a cuppa while we think... The workshop wraps up around 12.15 then lunch in the cafe next door. Venue is 'The Studio', upstairs in the Clubhouse (Reception) at Levande Cardinal Freeman Village 137 Victoria St. Ashfield Walking distance from Ashfield train station. or Bus 413 from Haymarket (next to Central Railway) brings you right to the village. NB. Lots of nearby street parking & space to lock bikes outside the clubhouse. For any queries - call me on 0408 691 541 Looking forward to seeing you there.

Let's Go Cycling at Olympic Park!

Moore Park to Ramsgate RTN

An easy and relatively flat morning ride south through Waterloo, Alexandria, Mascot, around Sydney Airport and along the new cycle path through the Barton and Scarborough Park wetlands to Ramsgate where we stop for coffee/pastries. Much of the ride is on cycleways, otherwise along back streets, except for the first short stretch along Dacey Ave and South Dowling St. **We meet at the Dacey Avenue Bus Shelter, Kensington** (in front of the E S Marks Athletic Field) and leave from there promptly at 7:30 am. **Alternatively - meet us at 7:45 am in front of The Grounds** on the corner of Bourke Rd and Huntley St Alexandria. Medium pace (20kph av.) ETA return 10:30 am

PADSTOW TO BEXLEY

THIS IS A SOUTHWEST BUG EVENT. PADSTOW TO BEXLEY – 21KMS; Easy Pace, some traffic, uses off road cycle paths and on road cycleways. Starts 9.00AM Padstow Library, next to Carl Little Reserve on Memorial Drive Padstow. A local ride to Bexley Rd via Salt Pan Creek then along the M5 Linear Path through the hidden parkland next to the M5. Return using some alternate cyclepaths. Finish with coffee in Padstow. Contact Warren. 0412 495 928. Call to confirm.

CASULA POWERHOUSE ARTISANS & GROWERS MARKETS

**PLEASE NOTE: This is a Bicycle Southwest BUG event - https://bikesouthwest.org.au/** Total 27 km ; Moderate pace / Some Traffic / Uses Off-road Cycle paths / Uses On-road Cycleways / (This ride no longer uses M5) Contact: Warren; Ph (m) 0412 495 928. Call to confirm Starts: 8:00 AM; Panania Railway station Edwards Reserve (North side Opposite Pub) Ride through Voyager Point then along the new Heathcote Rd cyclepath. This is mainly along off road cycle paths and quiet back streets. Spend about an hour doing your fruit and veg shopping and having a relaxing morning tea. Return to Panania via a slightly longer route

(REVISED date) Pastry & Pedals: Kings Cross Mkt Loop

UPDATE (Sat 3 Oct) This ride has been rescheduled to Sat 31 Oct. Kindly review your RSVPs - if you're still keen to attend then leave your participation as-is. If not, please change it so others can come along - thank you 😊 Total: 40km We'll roll out from Tempe and navigate through Mascot to link up with the start of the Bourke Street Cycleway. From there, it's a seamless, mostly separated run all the way north through Waterloo, Redfern, and Surry Hills, dropping right down into Woolloomooloo. Once at the bay, we’ll tackle the brief but punchy climb up into Potts Point, arriving right at Fitzroy Gardens. We are parking the bikes by the El Alamein Fountain to explore the vibrant Kings Cross Saturday Market - famous for exceptional artisan baked treats, fresh pastries, and boutique sweet treats. Grab a coffee, score a top-tier pastry, and relax by the fountain for breakfast. Heading home, we’ll cruise through the heart of Kings Cross and cut up through the elegant but hilly backstreets of Paddington We’ll cross over into Moore Park to pick up the green infrastructure tracks, eventually filtering back onto the Bourke Street Cycleway for a familiar, clear run all the way south to the cars at Holbeach Avenue. Essential Checklist Helmet: Mandatory (standard Australian compliance). Spares: Bring a bike puncture repair kit, spare tube that fits your valves, and a mini-pump/CO2. Hydration & Weather: A full water bottle. While it's August, morning coastal breezes can be brisk, so a windproof layer is recommended. Payment: Card/cash for your market goodies. Ride Leader: Adeline Chua All communications regarding this ride will be handled on the St George BUG MeetUp platform

Gentle Cooks River Cycleway Ride & Coffee ☕🌿

RIDE THE ICONIC SYDNEY HARBOUR BRIDGE

PLEASE NOTE: This is a Bicycle Southwest BUG event - https://bikesouthwest.org.au/ RIDE THE ICONIC SYDNEY HARBOUR BRIDGE, 25 km; Moderate pace Some Traffic / Uses Off-road Cyclepaths / Uses On-road Cycleways. Starts: 10:00 am; Blue St exit North Sydney Station. Ride to Milsons Point & onto the ramp up to the Harbour Bridge cyclepath & over Pyrmont Bridge, Anzac Bridge & onto Hawthorne Canal, The Greenway and finish at Wolli Creek Station. Morning tea stop at Pyrmont. Contact: Warren Artlett; 0412 495 928. Call to confirm.

🌸Jacaranda Blooms Walk 🌸 Milsons Point to North Sydney ~12KM

The Lower North Shore is turning purple and we've launched TrekMeet. Join us for our annual special **Jacaranda walk while celebrating TrekMeet launch,** and exploring the famous and secret bloom spots across Sydney’s north shore. Expect moderate hills, some stairs, and a steady pace of around **4 km/h** with photo stops along the way. **Good fitness is recommended, and keep your phone/camera charged for plenty of Jacaranda photos!** 🌸 There are multiple exit points if needed. **Before you RSVP, be sure to read the following:** * This event is hosted on **TrekMeet,** a free offline hiking app without ads, I built with and for this community, and would love your support if you could [please ](https://trekmeet.com/event/9eb21368-6369-43c2-8621-1c8df20043d4?from=9xOdy7cJLyewPf1Nkak5XAkdmtI2)**[RSVP here, no waitlist](https://trekmeet.com/event/9eb21368-6369-43c2-8621-1c8df20043d4?from=9xOdy7cJLyewPf1Nkak5XAkdmtI2), or search TrekMeet and join OZ Outdoors**. Our group is moving there in coming months, and we use the app to share live location and chat at one place. * **Difficulty**: Easy to Moderate. Urban streets, parks and a few inclines. * **Start at 5:00 PM (arrive by 4:50 PM)** outside Milsons Point Railway Station (Kirribilli side) - Ennis Road. **Finish at North Sydney**, near the metro/station. * **Route:** We’ll begin at Milsons Point, heading through Wendy’s Secret Garden and Lavender Bay to explore a hidden location, before wandering through Kirribilli Village, lined with blooming Jacarandas. Our next stop will be the iconic McDougall Street and Milson Park — Sydney’s most photographed Jacaranda spot. From there, we’ll follow quiet trails to Forsyth Park, another hidden gem full of purple blooms, before wrapping up near North Sydney — just in time for drinks at the Greenwood Hotel, or you can take the Metro or train back home. * **Gratuity:** Free **Important - Please Read:** * **What to Bring:** Wear comfy shoes, bring **hydration (1 litre, we have many refills along the way), snacks/lunch,** sunscreen, a hat, and weather protection. * **RSVP responsibly** – Treat it as a commitment; update or cancel 12–24 hrs before. * **Arrive early** – All route/gear info is in the description; hosts can’t field messages during the event. * **Stay together** – It's a volunteer-led community walk; keep the host in sight and let them know if you leave. * **Safety first** – **Your safety is your own responsibility**! You agree to follow host instructions, public-health orders and OZ Outdoors guidelines: [https://www.meetup.com/ozoutdoors](https://www.meetup.com/ozoutdoors) * **Get involved** – You're welcome to send the host feedback or let us know if you’d like to lead such walks. **Connect with Us:** * Facebook Private Group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/ozoutdoors](https://www.facebook.com/groups/ozoutdoors) * Instagram: [https://instagram.com/ozoutdoors.syd](https://instagram.com/ozoutdoors.syd)

🌲⛰️ Popes Glen, Govetts Leap & newly reopened Pulpit Rock Lookout 🌲⛰️

⚠️ FOR YOUR SAFETY & ENJOYMENT, PLEASE READ DESCRIPTION BELOW FULLY BEFORE YOU CLICK ‘Attend’! ******************************************** 🗓 DATE: Saturday, 7 November 2026. ⏰ MEETING TIME: 10.40am. 🚊 MEETING POINT: Blackheath station (start & finish), Great Western Hwy entry/exit. 🌍 Please use Google maps for exact location, not Meetup maps! ******************************************** 🥾 DISTANCE: 16km return. 🥾 GRADE: Mostly Moderate/slightly HARD on a steady pace, not snail pace! 💪🏽 Reasonable fitness recommended due to uneven rocky surfaces, ups and downs hills, lots and lots of steep stairs, creek crossings, rock scramblings and a bit of bush bashing at few overgrown sections. 💪🏽 Tracks expected to be wet, muddy and slippery in parts. 📸 WHAT TO EXPECT: 🚶‍♂️Upon arrival at Blackheath station, we will proceed immediately on a local roads via Popes Glen and Govetts Leap with amazing views of the waterfalls and Grose Valley in Blue Mountains NP. ℹ️ Pulpit Rock Reserve in Blackheath has now reopened following major restoration works, including improved access, picnic facilities, accessible amenities and upgraded walking tracks. https://www.bmcc.nsw.gov.au/media-centre/pulpit-rock-reopens-after-major-upgrade 🚶‍♀️From the platforms that remain, the view is the one that made Pulpit Rock a favourite. It is an almost 360-degree sweep across the Grose Valley to Govetts Leap and the Blue Gum Forest, with cliff lines stretching out to Mt Banks. https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/lookouts/pulpit-rock-lookout 🥪 We’ll have a lunch break at the revamped picnic area soaking up the magnificent views with lots of photos and selfies. 🚶Depending on the day, we may visit a “secret cave” on our way back to Blackheath station. Shhhh! 🤫 ⚠️ IMPORTANT INFORMATION ⚠️ 📝 TERMS & DISCLAIMER: ℹ️ Attending this event is voluntarily at your own risk. Organiser/s accepts no liability of any kind including injuries, accidents, misadventure etc during and after this event. ℹ️ For full disclosure on Public Waiver, please refer to Meetup Terms and Conditions and the front page of this group on ‘About Us’. ✅ Your hosts/organisers are not a professional walkers or guides. ✅ You must assess your own fitness and ability before participating in this event. ✅ You are responsible for looking after your own health, safety and belongings. ✅ You must adhere and follow the instructions from your organiser/s at all times during this event. ✅ You must take personal accountability for your own choices, actions and/or misadventure. ❎ If you’re not sticking with the group or getting lost during the walk, you’re responsible for finding your own way out. The group DO NOT wait for you! ✅ You must also take care not to put other people at risk. ✅ Keep well back from cliff edges at all times, especially when taking photos. ❎ NO facilities or cafes on the trails, so please come well prepared. ❎ NO smoking of any kind on the walk including during photo stops and lunch break. ❎ If you do not wish to be photographed (randomly or group photos), please DO NOT join this event! ✅ Please be mindful and respectful to members and guest/s from diverse backgrounds. This is not a dating event. ✅ If something’s come up, please Edit your RSVP to ‘Not Going’ asap at least by 7pm the day before. It’s only take a second!
❎ Late cancellation or No Show would not be tolerated. You will forfeit the opportunity to join my future events! ******************************************** 🎒WHAT TO BRING 🎒 👕 Comfortable outfit for the weather preferably hiking gear. Jeans or cotton t-shirt is not suitable for this walk. 🥾 Waterproof hiking boots or good grip walking shoes/trail runners highly recommended. 💦 At least 1.8L of WATER, Hydralyte or sports energy drinks. 🥪 Snacks and packed LUNCH. 🧢 Hat, sunscreen, insect repellent ie: Bushman or Aerogard and hand sanitiser. ⛑ Basic First Aid Kit ie. BandAids, bandages, antibacterial wipes etc. 🧥 Light raincoat or a poncho just in case of wet weather. 🤩 Great sense of fun and adventure. ℹ️ This is a great article tips on preparation for Day Walk Skills & Gear. Bushwalk Skills 101: https://www.bushwalk.com/article/8398 💵 GRATUITY/CONTRIBUTION: 💰$10 CASH per person for this event to be collected at the start of the walk. Please come see me upon arrival. ✅ Please bring correct change on the day to speed up the meet and greet. 📲 Or PayID to my mobile: 0405038557. Ref: (your Meetup name) & Pulpit Rock. ✅ Please get it done asap upon arrival and TEXT me receipt of payment. Thanks! ******************************************** 🚊 Check Opal Trip Planner for public transport services, weekend trackwork etc. https://transportnsw.info/ 🚗 Carpark on Station Street near the entry/exit or side streets. 🏃‍♂️ Please leave home with plenty of travel time and arrive promptly. If you’re running late, we don’t wait! ******************************************** ✍️ I will update further information during mid week on weather forecast, train schedule from Central etc. Check latest update on comments section before heading out. 📲 Any questions, please send me a TEXT message instead to avoid any confusion with unnecessary updates on comments section. 🌿 Let’s explore and enjoy the great outdoors! 🌿 Norra 😎 📱0405038557 (TEXT & PayID only)