Rides Programme December, January February (2013-14)

Bicycle SA

RidesPROGRAMME

DECEMBER 2013-FEBRUARY 2014

ISSUE 48

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RidesPROGRAMME

December 2013-February 2014

Information The rides are free of charge (unless indicated otherwise) and available to the general public. For a punctual start, please arrive 15 minutes prior to the scheduled starting time. Riders are encouraged to join Bicycle SA after three rides. Only Bicycle SA members are eligible to lead and coordinate rides. The ride leaders can be contacted for additional rides information. Each ride has been coded for your convenience and it is suggested that you choose the ride to suit your ability. Children under 16 shall be accompanied by a responsible adult. The Rides Programme is subject to change without notice.

On Road Ride Codes 1 Up to 15km/h A Flat 2 15 to 18km/h B A few hills 3 18 to 20km/h C Hilly and steep 4 20 to 23km/h D Challenging 5 23 to 26km/h 6 26+km/h Mountain Bike Ride Codes Class 1 (MTB Beginner) Limited off road experience.

Obstacle free. Smooth fire tracks. Ride time 45 minutes. 10% gradient.

Class 2 (MTB Intermediate) Fire Roads, 20–30km.

Numerous obstacles, various rock jumps, drop offs, technical tracks.

Class 3 (MTB Experience) Experienced riders, 30+km.

Frequent single tracks, steep slopes, sand, drop offs, log jumps.

What to Take on a Ride Puncture kit Pump Rain jacket Money Spare tube Sun screen Identification Lights at night

Water Sun glasses

Hot Weather Policy Cancel non-fee paying rides, as listed in the Rides Programme, if the official forecast temperature on the day is 35°C or greater.

Early morning and evening rides shall occur at the ride leaders and/or coordinators discretion. The hot weather policy does not apply to fee-paying events, which are managed within their own risk management protocols.

Ride Group Coordinators 30/30 Beach Streak Dean 0402 816 741 Adelaide Cyclists www.adelaidecyclists.com All Women’s Bike Rides Lanie 0450 799 209 Bayside Breeze Andrew 8293 4813 Better Harts Catherine 8725 3821 Border BUG Bill 0428 790 497 Clare Valley Cycle Team Judy 0400 290 687 ‘Cycle Salisbury’ Para District Pedallers Nigel 0431 838 735 Cycling On Fleurieu John 0410 340 071 Cobwebs cobwebsadelaide@yahoo.com.au European Bicycle Circle Paul 0439 806 888 GAD-BUG (Goolwa and District Bicycle User Group) Geoff 0415 460 380 Gallery Glides Warwick 8344 8996 Hills Ride Rob 0428 990 059 Kangaroo Island BUG Manfred 8553 0383 Night Espresso Rob 8299 0230 Northside Cycling Group Gary 8255 1979 Pedalling Parents Warwick 8344 8996 Peninsula Pedallers Raelene 8682 3196 Poseurs d’Adelaide Peter 0407 182 376 Rivergum Cyclists Peter 8588 2428 Saturday Express Patsy 8379 6477 Saturday Sojourn Dave 0466 943 155 Southern Flinders Rough Riders Richard 0417 341 462 The Little Red Grape Nicola 0400 263 981 Tuesday Traverse Rick 0417 816 372 Tuesday Treadlers Tony 8388 4730 Vegan Velo Don 0437 967 088 Wednesday Wheelers Steve 8271 1140 West Side Belles Irma 0439 801 849

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WELCOME Each year, over 1,500 organised rides are delivered as part of Bicycle SA’s free Rides Programme.

From Willunga to Gawler and Mt Gambier to the Eyre Peninsula all rides are delivered by our experienced rides leaders. Our Rides Programme is the most comprehensive in Australia – with an experience for everyone–and best of all they are FREE. These rides are ideal for those who are getting back on the bike after a few years off or those taking it up for the first time. Each of the rides are coded with a degree of difficulty so you know exactly what to expect. But if you’re not quite sure, you can call any of our rides leaders and have a chat with them.

The Rides Programme is also available on our website, www.bikesa.asn.au All are welcome, so get involved and go for a ride.

SAT 30 NOV Kangaroo Island BUG 9:30 AM, Levi Park Caravan Park, Vale Park. River Torrens Linear Park ride.

Weekend of 30 November – 1 December.

Rides on both Saturday and Sunday.

30-50 km 1B Manfred 8553 0383

SUN 1 DEC Border BUG 8:00 AM, Caltex Service Station, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Riders choose their turnaround point.

Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4A 6B Bill 0428 790 497

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Encounter Bikeway, Beacon 19 or Hindmarsh Island. Route chosen each week based on group’s ability, weather etc.

Usually two groups, fast and slow. Rides vary from 1A to 3B. Riders choose when to turn back. Meet for coffee either en route or afterwards.

30 km 2B Geoff 0415 460 380

Poseurs d’Adelaide 8:00 AM, Corner Portrush & Greenhill Rds. (in front of the Burnside Town Hall).

Bitumen road ride, 4C to 5B, generally in the hills or quieter Adelaide roads. We don’t take ourselves too seriously and aim for a good bakery or cafe towards the end.

60-80 km 5B Peter 0407 182 376

Night Espresso

10:00 AM, Contact Peter for details.

20 km 2B Peter 8588 2428

7:00 PM, Hurtle Square Adelaide. An easier ride option for those wishing to join the Espresso ‘night riders’ Good lights essential. Coffee afterwards at a café 40 km 4A Rob 8299 0230

Better Harts Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

Northside Cycling Group

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group)

9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.

30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

Vegan Velo 9:00 AM, Bliss Cafe, Compton St. Adelaide. Usually a ride in the hills, with mid-range pace and difficulty.

50-60 km 4B Don 0437 967 088

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THU 5 DEC 30/30 Beach Streak 6:00 PM, Henley Square, Henley Beach.

Start at 6:15 pm. Join the 30kph average for 30km or the 35kph average for 30km graduates (40kph often). Refreshments at the Adelaide Sailing Club, West Beach, afterwards.

30 km 6A Dean 0402 816 741

Border BUG 6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required 30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

Bayside Breeze

8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Generally ride to Middleton or Port Elliot along Encounter Bikeway.

Options from 1A to 3B with a coffee stop en route. Riders choose their own turnaround point.

25 km 1B Geoff 0415 460 380

6.30 PM, Brighton Jetty, Brighton. Come out, enjoy a social ride while exploring the coastal precincts with a chat and refreshments afterwards. Bike lights essential.

25 km 3A Andrew 0414 561 738

9:30 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Beginners ride, with the group riding at the pace of the slowest rider. Coffee afterwards.

30 km 1A Raelene 8682 3196

Northside Cycling Group

FRI 6 DEC

Tuesday Treadlers

Wednesday Wheelers

TUE 3 DEC Peninsula Pedallers

Tuesday Traverse

9:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

7:00 PM, Hurtle Square Adelaide.

The rides vary from 6A, 5B, 4C usually with a slightly easier option. Good lights essential. Coffee afterwards at a café.

40 km Rob 8299 0230

WED 4 DEC

Hills Ride

Peninsula Pedallers

Night Espresso

MON 2 DEC

8:15 AM, The Little Red Grape also meet 8:30 AM Clare Oval, Main Rd, Clare.

75 km 4B Nicola 0414 365 477 9:00 AM, Car park, Flaxley Road opposite Mount Barker High School, Mount Barker.

MTB or Hybrid bike advised. Coffee stop en route.

50 km 3B Robert 0428 990 059

Phone + 61 8 8168 9999 www.bikesa.asn.au office@bikesa.asn.au 111 Franklin Street Adelaide 5000 Office open 9am-5pm Monday-Friday Emergency Phone 0409 950 884

Rivergum Cyclists

9:30 AM, Balhannah Oval, Balhannah.

Road bike ride, with a mid-way stop for coffee and back by lunchtime. Two options, a longer, more challenging route or a shorter less demanding route, but all meet up for coffee. Usually a different start location on the first Tuesday of each month. Ride Coordinator to confirm.

50-70 km 4B or 5C Tony or Bob 8388 4730 or 8389 7301

The Little Red Grape

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10:00 AM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. River Ride to Athelstone, lunch at Thorndon Park Reservoir. BYO lunch.

40 km 2B Ian 0401 770 003

Border BUG 6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required 30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.

30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979 10:00 AM, Oaklands Estate Reserve, Oaklands Park. All bitumen ride, BYO lunch or buy. If forecast is 35° or more, meet at same place at 8:30 for a shorter ride.

50 km 3C Paul 8277 4094

Southern Flinders Rough Riders 6:00 PM, Over the Edge Shop, Melrose.

Dusk ride.

Richard 0417 341 462

Better Harts Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

West Side Belles 7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired.

Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am.

Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss.

Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Contact Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.

6A Irma 0439 801 849

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Road bike ride of approximately 50 km with a break for coffee. From time to time location/terrain may change in favour of an off-road mountain bike ride.

Please contact Ride Co-ordinator to confirm.

50 km 3B Geoff 0415 460 380

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Clare Valley Cycling Team

Salisbury Cruizers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’

Vegan Velo

Para Pedallers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’

9:15 AM, Cogwebs, 30 Main North Rd, Auburn. 9:15am at shop for 9:30am start.

Riesling Trail rides for pre-schoolers, who must be accompanied by adult/s. The distance covered will vary, according to the group’s riding ability. Refreshments at Cogwebs Hub Cafe after the ride.

Judy 0400 290 687

9:00 AM, Shelter, Carisbrooke Park, Main North Road, Salisbury Park. Ride along Little Para Trail to Pt Wakefield Road and return. Option to also ride small hills behind Old Spot Hotel, dependent upon level of interest shown.

20 km MTB Class 2 Steve 0411 715 116

9:00 AM, Bliss Cafe, Compton St. Adelaide. Usually a ride in the hills, with mid-range pace and difficulty.

50-60 km 4B Don 0437 967 088

8:00 AM, North East corner Parabanks car park, (opposite Pioneer Park), Parabanks. Easy ride along Little Para Trail. Coffee afterwards.

15-20 km 1A to 2A Elaine 0422 393 997

Better Harts

9:30 AM, Cycle On’ 2/19 Albyn Tce, Strathalbyn. An all women’s social bike ride with coffee afterwards. Various start locations Contact Lanie for details.

20 km 2B Lanie 8536 4723

10:00 AM, Shepherdson Rd. Deli.

Mt Gambier. Must contact ride leader to confirm.

Catherine 8723 0653

SAT 7 DEC ADVERTISEMENT

Audax The Classic 400 Saturday 7 December 2013 7:00 AM Start – Blackwood 400km Unsupported Ride up Sellicks to Yankalilla and Delamere, along scenic Ridge Rd, with a fast descent to Victor Harbor. Encounter Bay to Goolwa, Milang, Murray Bridge, Mannum returning via Palmer Hill, Birdwood, Gorge Rd. Matt Rawnsley 0427 379 640 longdistance1200@hotmail.com

West Side Belles 7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired.

Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am.

Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss. Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.

6A Irma 0439 801 849

Cobwebs 8:00 AM, Buffalo Tall Ship, Wigley Reserve, Anzac Highway, Glenelg. Early morning ride with coffee afterwards. cobwebsadelaide@yahoo.com.au 50 km 6A

Para Districts Pedallers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’ 8:00 AM, Sunrise Bakery, Cnr. Waterloo Corner Rd and Salisbury Hwy, Salisbury.

Beginners road ride on local roads.Coffee afterwards.

15 km 1A Nigel 0431 838 735

Peninsula Pedallers 8:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

The Little Red Grape 8:00 AM, Lennon St Car Park, Clare.

MTB ride 50 km Class 2-3 Nicola 0414 365 477

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All Women’s Bike Rides

Saturday Express 1:00 PM, Heywood Park, Unley Park.

Café stop for afternoon tea.

40 km 3B Richard 0419 033 140

Saturday Sojourn 1:00 PM, Unley Memorial Gardens, adjacent to Coles, Unley Rd. Unley. BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.

25 km 2A Chris 0402 903 761

Southern Flinders Rough Riders 2:00 PM, Over the Edge Shop, Melrose.

20 km Richard 0417 341 462

Better Harts Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

SUN 8 DEC Border BUG 8:00 AM, Caltex Service Station, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Riders choose their turnaround point.

Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4A 6B Bill 0428 790 497

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Encounter Bikeway, Beacon 19 or Hindmarsh Island. Route chosen each week based on group’s ability, weather etc.

Usually two groups, fast and slow. Rides vary from 1A to 3B. Riders choose when to turn back. Meet for coffee either en route or afterwards.

30 km 2B Geoff 0415 460 380

Poseurs d’Adelaide

Rivergum Cyclists 10:00 AM, Contact Peter for details.

20 km 2B Peter 8588 2428

Better Harts Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

9:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

Better Harts

THU 12 DEC

Peninsula Pedallers

30/30 Beach Streak

9:30 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Beginners ride, with the group riding at the pace of the slowest rider. Coffee afterwards.

30 km 1A Raelene 8682 3196

Tuesday Treadlers 9:30 AM, Balhannah Oval, Balhannah.

Road bike ride, with a mid-way stop for coffee and back by lunchtime. Two options, a longer, more challenging route or a shorter less demanding route, but all meet up for coffee. Usually a different start location on the first Tuesday of each month. Ride Coordinator to confirm.

50-70 km 4B or 5C Tony or Bob 8388 4730 or 8389 7301

Tuesday Traverse 10:00 AM, Drage Reserve, Briar Rd, Felixstowe Ride the North Eastern Suburbs. Some hills. BYO lunch. Coffee at Newton.

42 km 2B Peter 0418 844 963

Border BUG 6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required 30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

WED 11 DEC

Peninsula Pedallers

10:00 AM, Esplanade, opposite Wills St, Victor Harbor. All bitumen ride, BYO picnic lunch. (no shops on the way) 50 km 3C Roger 8325 1790

TUE 10 DEC

The Little Red Grape

9:00 AM, Myponga Oval adjacent tennis courts. Stephens Road, Myponga. MTB or Hybrid bike advised. Coffee stop en route.

50 km 3B Peter 0419 843 647

Wednesday Wheelers

9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.

30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

Northside Cycling Group

Night Espresso

Hills Ride

9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.

30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

MON 9 DEC

8:00 AM, Corner Portrush & Greenhill Rds. (in front of the Burnside Town Hall).

Bitumen road ride, 4C to 5B, generally in the hills or quieter Adelaide roads. We don’t take ourselves too seriously and aim for a good bakery or cafe towards the end.

60-80 km 5B Peter 0407 182 376 8:15 AM, The Little Red Grape. Also meet 8:30 AM Clare Oval, Main Rd, Clare.

75 km 4B Nicola 0414 365 477

Northside Cycling Group

7:00 PM, Hurtle Square Adelaide. The rides vary from 6A, 5B, 4C usually with a slightly easier option. Good lights essential. Coffee afterwards at a café.

40 km Rob 8299 0230

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Generally ride to Middleton or Port Elliot along Encounter Bikeway.

Options from 1A to 3B with a coffee stop en route. Riders choose their own turnaround point.

25 km 1B Geoff 0415 460 380

6:00 PM, Henley Square, Henley Beach.

Start at 6:15 pm. Join the 30kph average for 30km or the 35kph average for 30km graduates (40kph often). Refreshments at the Adelaide Sailing Club, West Beach, afterwards.

30 km 6A Dean 0402 816 741

Border BUG 6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required.

30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

Bayside Breeze 6.30 PM, Buffalo Restaurant, Wigley Reserve, Glenelg. Come out, enjoy a social ride while exploring the coastal precincts with a chat and refreshments afterwards.

Bike lights essential.

25 km 3A Andrew 8295 3561

FRI 13 DEC West Side Belles 7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired.

Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am.

Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss.

Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.

6A Irma 0439 801 849

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group)

Para Districts Pedallers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’

8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Road bike ride of approximately 50 km with a break for coffee. From time to time location/terrain may change in favour of an off-road mountain bike ride.

Please contact Ride Co-ordinator to confirm.

50 km 3B Geoff 0415 460 380

8:00 AM, Sunrise Bakery, Cnr. Waterloo Corner Rd and Salisbury Hwy, Salisbury.

Easy ride along the Little Para Trail with bitumen and dirt track sections. Coffee afterwards.

15 km MTB Class 1 Nigel 0431 838 735

Clare Valley Cycling Team 9:15 AM, Cogwebs, 30 Main North Rd, Auburn. 9:15am at shop for 9:30am start.

Riesling Trail rides for pre-schoolers, who must be accompanied by adult/s. The distance covered will vary, according to the group’s riding ability. Refreshments at Cogwebs Hub Cafe after the ride.

Judy 0400 290 687

Better Harts 10:00 AM, Shepherdson Rd. Deli.

Mt Gambier. Must contact ride leader to confirm.

Catherine 8723 0653

SAT 14 DEC ADVERTISEMENT

Audax Fleurieu Leg Buster Saturday 14 December 2013 7:00AM Start – Onkaparinga Hills 200km, 250km Unsupported Ride to Willunga via Clarendon, onto Normanville via Willunga Hill and Myponga Reservoir, before returning for the 200km. Longer course has a loop via Delamere.

Contact Luke Cutting 0414 607 478 cuttingluke@yahoo.com.au

West Side Belles 7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired.

Cafe opens at 7:0am. Departing 7:14am.

Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss.

Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.

6A Irma 0439 801 849

Cobwebs 8:00 AM, Buffalo Tall Ship, Wigley Reserve, Anzac Highway, Glenelg. Early morning ride with coffee afterwards. cobwebsadelaide@yahoo.com.au 50 km 6A

Dry Creek Trailers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’ 8:00 AM, Pooraka Farm Men’s Shed. 39 Scott St, Pooraka. Beginners ride on good gravel trail, no traffic and great scenery.

Coffee at Valley View shops. MTB bikes please.

15 km MTB Class 1 Bryce 0432 732 540

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Peninsula Pedallers 8:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

The Little Red Grape 8:00 AM, Lennon St Car Park, Clare.

MTB ride.

50 km Class 2-3 Nicola 0414 365 477

Cycling on Fleurieu 8:30 AM, Strathalbyn Railway Station, Strathalbyn. Easy Social Ride from Strathalbyn followed by coffee & chat.

25 km 3B John 0410 340 071

All Women’s Bike Rides 9:30 AM, Cycle On’ 2/19 Albyn Tce, Strathalbyn. An all Women’s Bike Ride aimed to help build confidence for ladies of all ages. Suitable for the beginner or women wanting to get back into cycling on a casual and social level. Buy coffee afterwards.

15 km 2B Lanie 8536 4723

Saturday Express 1:00 PM, Hackney Hotel, (car park) Hackney Rd, Hackney. Café stop for afternoon tea.

40 km 3B David 0438 203 319

Saturday Sojourn 1:00 PM, Glenelg Clock Tower, Jetty Rd, Glenelg. BYO or buy afternoon tea.

Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.

25 km 2A Steve 8248 2603

Southern Flinders Rough Riders 2:00 PM, Over the Edge Shop, Melrose.

20 km Richard 0417 341 462

Better Harts Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

SUN 15 DEC Border BUG 8:00 AM, Caltex Service Station, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Riders choose their turnaround point.

Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4A 6B Bill 0428 790 497

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Encounter Bikeway, Beacon 19 or Hindmarsh Island. Route chosen each week based on group’s ability, weather etc.

Usually two groups, fast and slow. Rides vary from 1A to 3B. Riders choose when to turn back. Meet for coffee either en route or afterwards.

30 km 2B Geoff 0415 460 380

Poseurs d’Adelaide 8:00 AM, Corner Portrush & Greenhill Rds. (in front of the Burnside Town Hall).

Bitumen road ride, 4C to 5B, generally in the hills or quieter Adelaide roads. We don’t take ourselves too seriously and aim for a good bakery or cafe towards the end.

60-80 km 5B Peter 0407 182 376

The Little Red Grape

Tuesday Traverse

8:15 AM, The Little Red Grape Also meet 8:30 AM Clare Oval, Main Rd, Clare.

75 km 4B Nicola 0414 365 477

10:00 AM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide.

Ride to Outer Harbour for lunch. BYO lunch. (Ride 50 km approx).

50 km 2B Bob 8356 0906

Hills Ride 9:00 AM, Main street adjacent Eden Valley Wines,Eden Valley. MTB or Hybrid bike advised. Coffee stop en route.

50 km 3B Joe 0429 694 022

Peninsula Pedallers 9:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Mystery Ride. Please phone for details. Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

Vegan Velo 9:00 AM, Bliss Cafe, Compton St. Adelaide. Usually a ride in the hills, with mid-range pace and difficulty.

50-60 km 4B Don 0437 967 088

Rivergum Cyclists 10:00 AM, Contact Peter for details.

20 km 2B Peter 8588 2428

Better Harts Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

European Bicycle Circle We ride on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month. The group encourages riders who view cycling as a leisurely pursuit or who ride to commute; the European way. We dress in ordinary clothes and usually carry a picnic lunch to round off the ride. We usually meet for coffee and croissants before the ride, spending about 3 hours total riding time. Cycling is at moderate speed 18-20kmph. We explore Adelaide’s by-ways and lesser known cycle-ways.

Visit us on the European Bicycle Circle Facebook page, or contact Paul Hellander 0439 806 888 or paulhellander@gmail.com

MON 16 DEC Northside Cycling Group 9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.

30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

Upper Para Pedallers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’ 5:00 PM, Shelter, Carisbrook Reserve, Main North Rd, Salisbury Park. Off and on road ride, dependent on level of interest shown. Off road – Class 1 10-15 km Class 1 Craig 0423 552 469

Border BUG 6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required 30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

Night Espresso 7:00 PM, Hurtle Square Adelaide. The rides vary from 6A, 5B, 4C usually with a slightly easier option. Good lights essential. Coffee afterwards at a café.

40 km Rob 8299 0230

WED 18 DEC GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Generally ride to Middleton or Port Elliot along Encounter Bikeway.

Options from 1A to 3B with a coffee stop en route. Riders choose their own turnaround point.

25 km 1B Geoff 0415 460 380

Northside Cycling Group 9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.

30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

Wednesday Wheelers 10:00 AM, Walkerville Oval, Smith St, Walkerville. All bitumen ride, Christmas lunch organised. BYO bathers for a swim 40 km 3C Ralph 8269 7378

Better Harts Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

THU 19 DEC 30/30 Beach Streak 6:00 PM, Henley Square, Henley Beach.

Start at 6:15 pm. Join the 30kph average for 30km or the 35kph average for 30km graduates (40kph often). Refreshments at the Adelaide Sailing Club, West Beach, afterwards.

30 km 6A Dean 0402 816 741

Border BUG

TUE 17 DEC

6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required.

30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

Peninsula Pedallers

Bayside Breeze

9:30 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Beginners ride, with the group riding at the pace of the slowest rider. Coffee afterwards.

30 km 1A Raelene 8682 3196

6.30 PM, Seacliff Hotel, Seacliff. Come out, enjoy a social ride while exploring the coastal precincts with a chat and refreshments afterwards. Bike lights essential.

25 km 3A Sue 8377 1505

Tuesday Treadlers 9:30 AM, Balhannah Oval, Balhannah.

Road bike ride, with a mid-way stop for coffee and back by lunchtime. Two options, a longer, more challenging route or a shorter less demanding route, but all meet up for coffee. Usually a different start location on the first Tuesday of each month. Ride Coordinator to confirm.

50-70 km 4B or 5C Tony or Bob 8388 4730 or 8389 7301

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December 2013-February 2014

FRI 20 DEC West Side Belles 7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired.

Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am.

Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss.

Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.

6A Irma 0439 801 849

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Road bike ride of approximately 50 km with a break for coffee. From time to time location/terrain may change in favour of an off-road mountain bike ride.

Please contact Ride Co-ordinator to confirm.

50 km 3B Geoff 0415 460 380

Clare Valley Cycling Team 9:15 AM, Cogwebs, 30 Main North Rd, Auburn. 9:15am at shop for 9:30am start.

Riesling Trail rides for pre-schoolers, who must be accompanied by adult/s. The distance covered will vary, according to the group’s riding ability. Refreshments at Cogwebs Hub Cafe after the ride.

Judy 0400 290 687

Better Harts 10:00 AM, Shepherdson Rd. Deli.

Mt Gambier. Must contact ride leader to confirm.

Catherine 8723 0653

SAT 21 DEC ADVERTISEMENT

Audax Sea to Pines Saturday 21 December 2013 7:00 AM Start – Stepney 300km Unsupported Ride to Adelaide, Yankalilla, Williamstown, Adelaide on the shortest day of the year; see if you can do it all in daylight hours.

Contact Richard Scheer r.scheer@fugro.com

West Side Belles 7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired.

Cafe opens at 7:0am. Departing 7:14am.

Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss.

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Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 8439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.

6A Irma 0439 801 849

Cobwebs 8:00 AM, Buffalo Tall Ship, Wigley Reserve, Anzac Highway, Glenelg. Early morning ride with coffee afterwards. cobwebsadelaide@yahoo.com.au 50 km 6A

Para Districts Pedallers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’ 8:00 AM, Sunrise Bakery, Cnr. Waterloo Corner Rd and Salisbury Hwy, Salisbury.

Beginners road ride on local roads.

Coffee afterwards.

15 km 1A Nigel 0431 838 735

Peninsula Pedallers 8:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

The Little Red Grape 8:00 AM, Lennon St Car Park, Clare.

MTB ride.

50 km Class 2-3 Nicola 0414 365 477

Salisbury Cruizers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’

Poseurs d’Adelaide 8:00 AM, Corner Portrush & Greenhill Rds. (in front of the Burnside Town Hall).

Bitumen road ride, 4C to 5B, generally in the hills or quieter Adelaide roads. We don’t take ourselves too seriously and aim for a good bakery or cafe towards the end.

60-80 km 5B Peter 0407 182 376

The Little Red Grape 8:15 AM, The Little Red Grape Also meet 8:30 AM Clare Oval, Main Rd, Clare.

75 km 4B Nicola 0414 365 477

Hills Ride 9:00 AM, Clare Oval. Main North Road, Clare. MTB or Hybrid bike advised. Coffee stop en route. BBQ lunch at Trevor’s afterwards. Bring own food.

50 km 3B Trevor 0409 648 424

Peninsula Pedallers 9:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915 9:00 AM, Bliss Cafe, Compton St. Adelaide. Usually a ride in the hills, with mid-range pace and difficulty.

50-60 km 4B Don 0437 967 088

Rivergum Cyclists

All Women’s Bike Rides

9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.

30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

Saturday Express 1:00 PM, 67 Conyingham St, Glenside (dog park). Christmas break-up ride.

40 km 3B Patsy 8379 6477 or 0439 332 533

Saturday Sojourn 1:00 PM, Hazelwood Park Swimming Centre, Hazelwood Park. BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.

25 km 2A Roger 0402 380 172

Southern Flinders Rough Riders 2:00 PM, Over the Edge Shop, Melrose.

20 km Richard 0417 341 462

SUN 22 DEC Border BUG 8:00 AM, Caltex Service Station, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Riders choose their turnaround point.

Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4A 6B Bill 0428 790 497

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Encounter Bikeway, Beacon 19 or Hindmarsh Island. Route chosen each week based on group’s ability, weather etc.

Usually two groups, fast and slow. Rides vary from 1A to 3B. Riders choose when to turn back. Meet for coffee either en route or afterwards.

30 km 2B Geoff 0415 460 380

30/30 Beach Streak 6:00 PM, Henley Square, Henley Beach.

Start at 6:15 pm. Join the 30kph average for 30km or the 35kph average for 30km graduates (40kph often). Refreshments at the Adelaide Sailing Club, West Beach, afterwards.

30 km 6A Dean 0402 816 741

Border BUG 6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required.

30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

Bayside Breeze 6.30 PM, Henley Jetty, Henley Beach.

Come out, enjoy a social ride while exploring the coastal precincts with a chat and refreshments afterwards. Bike lights essential.

25 km 3A Lorraine 8345 5674

Vegan Velo

9:00 AM, Shelter, Carisbrooke Park, Main North Road, Salisbury Park. Ride along Little Para Trail to Pt Wakefield Road and return. Option to also ride small hills behind Old Spot Hotel, dependent upon level of interest shown.

20 km MTB Class 2 Steve 0411 715 116 9:30 AM, Cycle On’ 2/19 Albyn Tce, Strathalbyn. An all women’s social bike ride with coffee afterwards. Various start locations Contact Lanie for details.

20 km 2B Lanie 8536 4723

THU 26 DEC

10:00 AM, Contact Peter for details.

20 km 2B Peter 8588 2428

MON 23 DEC Northside Cycling Group

TUE 24 DEC Peninsula Pedallers 9:30 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Beginners ride, with the group riding at the pace of the slowest rider. Coffee afterwards.

30 km 1A Raelene 8682 3196

Tuesday Treadlers 9:30 AM, Balhannah Oval, Balhannah.

Road bike ride, with a mid-way stop for coffee and back by lunchtime. Two options, a longer, more challenging route or a shorter less demanding route, but all meet up for coffee. Usually a different start location on the first Tuesday of each month. Ride Coordinator to confirm.

50-70 km 4B or 5C Tony or Bob 8388 4730 or 8389 7301

Tuesday Traverse 10:00 AM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. Circular ride to beach. BYO lunch.

40 km 2B Rick 0417 816 372

Border BUG 6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required.

30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

Night Espresso 7:00 PM, Hurtle Square Adelaide. The rides vary from 6A, 5B, 4C usually with a slightly easier option. Good lights essential. Coffee afterwards at a café.

40 km Rob 8299 0230

FRI 27 DEC West Side Belles 7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired.

Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am.

Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss.

Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.

6A Irma 0439 801 849

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Road bike ride of approximately 50 km with a break for coffee. From time to time location/terrain may change in favour of an off-road mountain bike ride.

Please contact Ride Co-ordinator to confirm.

50 km 3B Geoff 0415 460 380

Clare Valley Cycling Team 9:15 AM, Cogwebs, 30 Main North Rd, Auburn. 9:15am at shop for 9:30am start.

Riesling Trail rides for pre-schoolers, who must be accompanied by adult/s. The distance covered will vary, according to the group’s riding ability. Refreshments at Cogwebs Hub Cafe after the ride.

Judy 0400 290 687

Better Harts 10:00 AM, Shepherdson Rd. Deli.

Mt Gambier. Must contact ride leader to confirm.

Catherine 8723 0653

SAT 28 DEC ADVERTISEMENT

Audax TDA S4 Reconnaissance Saturday 28 December 2013 7:00 AM Start – Unley 155km, 200km, 250km Unsupported Ride the Community Challenge route to Victor then return to start via Sellicks and bike track.

The 200km course concludes Silver Sands, 155km concludes at Victor.

Claudio Pompili 0421 902 160 claudio41@claudiopompili.net.au

West Side Belles 7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired.

Cafe opens at 7:0am. Departing 7:14am.

Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss.

Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.

6A Irma 0439 801 849

Cobwebs 8:00 AM, Buffalo Tall Ship, Wigley Reserve, Anzac Highway, Glenelg. Early morning ride with coffee afterwards. cobwebsadelaide@yahoo.com.au 50 km 6A

Dry Creek Trailers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’ 8:00 AM, Pooraka Farm Men’s Shed. 39 Scott St, Pooraka. Beginners ride on good gravel trail, no traffic and great scenery.

Coffee at Valley View shops. MTB bikes please.

15 km MTB Class 1 Bryce 0432 732 540

Peninsula Pedallers 8:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

The Little Red Grape 8:00 AM, Lennon St Car Park, Clare.

MTB ride.

50 km Class 2-3 Nicola 0414 365 477

Southern Flinders Rough Riders 9:00 AM, Over The Edge Shop, Melrose.

The Enthusiasts Ride.

Richard 0417 341 462

All Women’s Bike Rides 9:30 AM, Cycle On’ 2/19 Albyn Tce, Strathalbyn. An all Women’s Bike Ride aimed to help build confidence for ladies of all ages. Suitable for the beginner or women wanting to get back into cycling on a casual and social level. Buy coffee afterwards.

15 km 2B Lanie 8536 4723

Saturday Express 1:00 PM, Glenelg Town Hall, Jetty Rd, Glenelg. Ride to Semaphore; our last ride of the year!

40 km 3B Des 0401 360 187

Saturday Sojourn 1:00 PM, Wigley Reserve, Glenelg. BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.

25 km 2A David 0466 943 155

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Southern Flinders Rough Riders 2:00 PM, Over the Edge Shop, Melrose.

20 km Richard 0417 341 462

SUN 29 DEC Border BUG 8:00 AM, Caltex Service Station, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Riders choose their turnaround point.

Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4A 6B Bill 0428 790 497

Poseurs d’Adelaide 8:00 AM, Corner Portrush & Greenhill Rds. (in front of the Burnside Town Hall).

Bitumen road ride, 4C to 5B, generally in the hills or quieter Adelaide roads. We don’t take ourselves too seriously and aim for a good bakery or cafe towards the end.

60-80 km 5B Peter 0407 182 376

The Little Red Grape 8:15 AM, The Little Red Grape Also meet 8:30 AM Clare Oval, Main Rd, Clare.

75 km 4B Nicola 0414 365 477

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:30 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Encounter Bikeway, Beacon 19 or Hindmarsh Island. Route chosen each week based on group’s ability, weather etc.

Usually two groups, fast and slow. Rides vary from 1A to 3B. Riders choose when to turn back. Meet for coffee either en route or afterwards.

30 km 2B Geoff 0415 460 380

Hills Ride 9:00 AM, Crafers park ‘n’ ride, Crafers.

MTB or Hybrid bike advised. Coffee stop en route.

50 km 3B Steve 0401 603 596 or 8271 1140

Peninsula Pedallers 9:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

Vegan Velo 9:00 AM, Bliss Cafe, Compton St. Adelaide. Usually a ride in the hills, with mid-range pace and difficulty.

50-60 km 4B Don 0437 967 088

Rivergum Cyclists 10:00 AM, Contact Peter for details.

20 km 2B Peter 8588 2428

MON 30 DEC Northside Cycling Group 9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.

30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

TUE 31 DEC Tuesday Traverse 10:00 AM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. Ride to Brighton for lunch. Bring bathers for a swim if it’s hot. BYO Lunch.

40 km 2B Robyn 0401 364 019

Border BUG 6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required.

30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

WED 1 JAN GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Generally ride to Middleton or Port Elliot along Encounter Bikeway.

Options from 1A to 3B with a coffee stop en route. Riders choose their own turnaround point.

25 km 1B Geoff 0415 460 380

Wednesday Wheelers 10:00 AM, Heywood Park, Unley Park.

Short ride to the beach for coffee 40 km 3C Steve 0401 603 596 or 8271 1140

Southern Flinders Rough Riders 6:00 PM, Over the Edge Shop, Melrose.

Dusk ride.

Richard 0417 341 462

Clare Valley Cycling Team 9:15 AM, Cogwebs, 30 Main North Rd, Auburn. 9:15am at shop for 9:30am start.

Riesling Trail rides for pre-schoolers, who must be accompanied by adult/s. The distance covered will vary, according to the group’s riding ability. Refreshments at Cogwebs Hub Cafe after the ride.

Judy 0400 290 687

Better Harts 10:00 AM, Shepherdson Rd. Deli.

Mt Gambier. Must contact ride leader to confirm.

Catherine 8723 0653

SAT 4 JAN West Side Belles

6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required.

30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired.

Cafe opens at 7:0am. Departing 7:14am.

Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss.

Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.

6A Irma 0439 801 849

Bayside Breeze

Cobwebs

THU 2 JAN 30/30 Beach Streak 6:00 PM, Henley Square, Henley Beach.

Start at 6:15 pm. Join the 30kph average for 30km or the 35kph average for 30km graduates (40kph often). Refreshments at the Adelaide Sailing Club, West Beach, afterwards.

30 km 6A Dean 0402 816 741

Border BUG

6.30 PM, Glenelg Jetty, Glenelg. Come out, enjoy a social ride while exploring the coastal precincts with a chat and refreshments afterwards. Bike lights essential.

25 km 3A Joan 0412 181 642

8:00 AM, Buffalo Tall Ship, Wigley Reserve, Anzac Highway, Glenelg. Early morning ride with coffee afterwards. cobwebsadelaide@yahoo.com.au 50 km 6A

Peninsula Pedallers

FRI 3 JAN

8:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

West Side Belles

Salisbury Cruizers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’

7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired.

Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am.

Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss.

Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.

6A Irma 0439 801 849

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Road bike ride of approximately 50 km with a break for coffee. From time to time location/terrain may change in favour of an off-road mountain bike ride.

Please contact Ride Co-ordinator to confirm.

50 km 3B Geoff 0415 460 380

9:00 AM, Shelter, Carisbrooke Park, Main North Road, Salisbury Park. Ride along Little Para Trail to Pt Wakefield Road and return. Option to also ride small hills behind Old Spot Hotel, dependent upon level of interest shown.

20 km MTB Class 2 Steve 0411 715 116

All Women’s Bike Rides 9:30 AM, Cycle On’ 2/19 Albyn Tce, Strathalbyn. An all women’s social bike ride with coffee afterwards. Various start locations Contact Lanie for details.

20 km 2B Lanie 8536 4723

Saturday Express 1:00 PM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. Welcome to 2014 and our New Year Ride with Bob. 40 km 3B Bob 8356 0906

Saturday Sojourn 1:00 PM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.

25 km 2A Steve 8248 2603

Southern Flinders Rough Riders 2:00 PM, Over the Edge Shop, Melrose.

20 km Richard 0417 341 462

SUN 5 JAN Border BUG 8:00 AM, Caltex Service Station, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Riders choose their turnaround point.

Coffee afterwards. Note – Start time 8am 40 km 4A 6B Bill 0428 790 497

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GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Encounter Bikeway, Beacon 19 or Hindmarsh Island. Route chosen each week based on group’s ability, weather etc.

Usually two groups, fast and slow. Rides vary from 1A to 3B. Riders choose when to turn back. Meet for coffee either en route or afterwards.

30 km 2B Geoff 0415 460 380

Poseurs d’Adelaide 8:00 AM, Corner Portrush & Greenhill Rds. (in front of the Burnside Town Hall).

Bitumen road ride, 4C to 5B, generally in the hills or quieter Adelaide roads. We don’t take ourselves too seriously and aim for a good bakery or cafe towards the end.

60-80 km 5B Peter 0407 182 376

The Little Red Grape 8:15 AM, The Little Red Grape Also meet 8:30 AM Clare Oval, Main Rd, Clare.

75 km 4B Nicola 0414 365 477

Hills Ride 9:00 AM, Mylor Oval. Strathalbyn Road, Mylor. MTB or Hybrid bike advised.

Coffee stop en route.

50 km 3B John 0429 835 635

Peninsula Pedallers 9:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

Vegan Velo 9:00 AM, Bliss Cafe, Compton St. Adelaide. Usually a ride in the hills, with mid-range pace and difficulty.

50-60 km 4B Don 0437 967 088

Kangaroo Island BUG 10:00 AM, (to be advised) 25-35 km 1B Manfred 8553 0383

Rivergum Cyclists 10:00 AM, Contact Peter for details.

20 km 2B Peter 8588 2428

MON 6 JAN Northside Cycling Group 9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.

30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

TUE 7 JAN Peninsula Pedallers 9:30 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Beginners ride, with the group riding at the pace of the slowest rider. Coffee afterwards.

30 km 1A Raelene 8682 3196

Tuesday Treadlers 9:30 AM, Balhannah Oval, Balhannah.

Road bike ride, with a mid-way stop for coffee and back by lunchtime. Two options, a longer, more challenging route or a shorter less demanding route, but all meet up for coffee. Usually a different start location on the first Tuesday of each month. Ride Coordinator to confirm.

50-70 km 4B or 5C Tony or Bob 8388 4730 or 8389 7301

Tuesday Traverse 10:00 AM, West Lakes Rowing Club.

Military Road, West Lakes. Enjoyable ride North to Outer Harbour. BYO lunch.

40 km 2A Lorraine 8345 5674

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Border BUG 6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required.

30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

Night Espresso 7:00 PM, Hurtle Square Adelaide. An easier ride option for those wishing to join the Espresso ‘night riders’ Good lights essential. Coffee afterwards at a café.

40 km 4A Rob 8299 0230

Night Espresso 7:00 PM, Hurtle Square Adelaide. The rides vary from 6A, 5B, 4C usually with a slightly easier option. Good lights essential. Coffee afterwards at a café.

40 km Rob 8299 0230

WED 8 JAN GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Generally ride to Middleton or Port Elliot along Encounter Bikeway.

Options from 1A to 3B with a coffee stop en route. Riders choose their own turnaround point.

25 km 1B Geoff 0415 460 380

Para Pedallers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’ 8:00 AM, North East corner Parabanks car park, (opposite Pioneer Park), Parabanks. Easy ride along Little Para Trail. Coffee afterwards.

15-20 km 1A to 2A Elaine 0422 393 997

Northside Cycling Group 9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.

30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

Wednesday Wheelers 10:00 AM, McLaren Flat Recreation Ground, Main Rd, McLaren Flat. All bitumen ride, BYO lunch or buy. If forecast is 35° or more, meet at same place at 8:30am for a shorter ride.

50 km 3C Peter 0409 675 641

FRI 10 JAN West Side Belles 7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired.

Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am.

Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss.

Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.

6A Irma 0439 801 849

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Road bike ride of approximately 50 km with a break for coffee. From time to time location/terrain may change in favour of an off-road mountain bike ride.

Contact Ride Co-ordinator to confirm.

50 km 3B Geoff 0415 460 380

Clare Valley Cycling Team 9:15 AM, Cogwebs, 30 Main North Rd, Auburn. 9:15am at shop for 9:30am start.

Riesling Trail rides for pre-schoolers, who must be accompanied by adult/s. The distance covered will vary, according to the group’s riding ability. Refreshments at Cogwebs Hub Cafe after the ride.

Judy 0400 290 687

Better Harts 10:00 AM, Shepherdson Rd. Deli.

Mt Gambier. Must contact ride leader to confirm.

Catherine 8723 0653

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THU 9 JAN 30/30 Beach Streak 6:00 PM, Henley Square, Henley Beach.

Start at 6:15 pm. Join the 30kph average for 30km or the 35kph average for 30km graduates (40kph often). Refreshments at the Adelaide Sailing Club, West Beach, afterwards.

30 km 6A Dean 0402 816 741

Border BUG 6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required.

30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

Bayside Breeze 6.30 PM, Brighton Jetty, Brighton. Come out, enjoy a social ride while exploring the coastal precincts with a chat and refreshments afterwards. Bike lights essential.

25 km 3A Meryl 0449 999 730

Audax The Immortal Saturday 11 January 2014 7:00 AM Start – Arbury Park, Bridgewater 123km, 203km, 262km Limited support Rides styled to give the same distance and climbing as the Alpine Classic and ACE250. The ride goes north via Mt Lofty, Lobethal and Mt Pleasant, then south to Meadows, Mt Compass and near Mt Magnificent before returning to the start. Shorter courses leave out some sections.

Graham Stucley 08 8295 2640 gstucley@gmail.com

West Side Belles 7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired.

Cafe opens at 7:0am. Departing 7:14am.

Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose

their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss.

Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.

6A Irma 0439 801 849

Cobwebs 8:00 AM, Buffalo Tall Ship, Wigley Reserve, Anzac Highway, Glenelg. Early morning ride with coffee afterwards. cobwebsadelaide@yahoo.com.au 50 km 6A

Dry Creek Trailers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’ 8:00 AM, Pooraka Farm Men’s Shed. 39 Scott St, Pooraka. Beginners ride on good gravel trail, no traffic and great scenery.

Coffee at Valley View shops. MTB bikes please.

15 km MTB Class 1 Bryce 0432 732 540

Para Districts Pedallers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’ 8:00 AM, Sunrise Bakery, Cnr. Waterloo Corner Rd and Salisbury Hwy, Salisbury.

Easy ride along the Little Para Trail with bitumen and dirt track sections. Coffee afterwards.

15 km MTB Class 1 Nigel 0431 838 735

Peninsula Pedallers 8:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

The Little Red Grape 8:00 AM, Lennon St Car Park, Clare.

MTB ride.

50 km Class 2-3 Nicola 0414 365 477

Cycling on Fleurieu 8:30 AM, Strathalbyn Railway Station, Strathalbyn. Easy Social Ride from Strathalbyn followed by coffee & chat.

25 km 3B John 0410 340 071

All Women’s Bike Rides 9:30 AM, Cycle On’ 2/19 Albyn Tce, Strathalbyn. An all Women’s Bike Ride aimed to help build confidence for ladies of all ages. Suitable for the beginner or women wanting to get back into cycling on a casual and social level. Buy coffee afterwards.

15 km 2B Lanie 8536 4723

Saturday Express 1:00 PM, Alexander Ave, Rose Park.

Café stop for afternoon tea.

40 km 3B Steve 8339 4368

Saturday Sojourn 1:00 PM, Drage Reserve, Briar Ave, Felixstowe. BYO or buy afternoon tea.

Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.

25 km 2A David 0466 943 155

Southern Flinders Rough Riders 2:00 PM, Over the Edge Shop, Melrose.

20 km Richard 0417 341 462

SUN 12 JAN Border BUG 8:00 AM, Caltex Service Station, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Riders choose their turnaround point.

Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4A 6B Bill 0428 790 497

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Encounter Bikeway, Beacon 19 or Hindmarsh Island. Route chosen each week based on group’s ability, weather etc.

Usually two groups, fast and slow. Rides vary from 1A to 3B. Riders choose when to turn back. Meet for coffee either en route or afterwards.

30 km 2B Geoff 0415 460 380

Poseurs d’Adelaide 8:00 AM, Corner Portrush & Greenhill Rds. (in front of the Burnside Town Hall).

Bitumen road ride, 4C to 5B, generally in the hills or quieter Adelaide roads. We don’t take ourselves too seriously and aim for a good bakery or cafe towards the end.

60-80 km 5B Peter 0407 182 376

The Little Red Grape 8:15 AM, The Little Red Grape Also meet 8:30 AM Clare Oval, Main Rd, Clare.

75 km 4B Nicola 0414 365 477

Hills Ride 9:00 AM, Top of Old Willunga Hill, Meadows Road, Willunga. MTB or Hybrid bike advised. Coffee stop en route.

30 km 3B Reno 0414 249 675

month. Ride Coordinator to confirm.

50-70 km 4B or 5C Tony or Bob 8388 4730 or 8389 7301

FRI 17 JAN

Tuesday Traverse

7:00 PM, Hurtle Square Adelaide. The rides vary from 6A, 5B, 4C usually with a slightly easier option. Good lights essential. Coffee afterwards at a café.

40 km Rob 8299 0230

7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired.

Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am.

Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss.

Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.

6A Irma 0439 801 849

WED 15 JAN

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group)

10:00 AM, Beck’s Bakery, Port Noarlunga.

Ride the Southern area to Morphett Vale.

BYO lunch. Back to Beck’s Bakery for coffee.

40 km 2B John 0402 279 525

Border BUG 6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required.

30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

Night Espresso

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group)

9:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Mystery Ride. Please phone for details. Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Generally ride to Middleton or Port Elliot along Encounter Bikeway.

Options from 1A to 3B with a coffee stop en route. Riders choose their own turnaround point.

25 km 1B Geoff 0415 460 380

Vegan Velo

Northside Cycling Group

Peninsula Pedallers

9:00 AM, Bliss Cafe, Compton St. Adelaide. Usually a ride in the hills, with mid-range pace and difficulty.

50-60 km 4B Don 0437 967 088

9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.

30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

Rivergum Cyclists

Wednesday Wheelers

10:00 AM, Contact Peter for details.

20 km 2B Peter 8588 2428

European Bicycle Circle We ride on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month. The group encourages riders who view cycling as a leisurely pursuit or who ride to commute; the European way. We dress in ordinary clothes and usually carry a picnic lunch to round off the ride. We usually meet for coffee and croissants before the ride, spending about 3 hours total riding time. Cycling is at moderate speed 18-20kmph. We explore Adelaide’s by-ways and lesser known cycle-ways.

Visit us on the European Bicycle Circle Facebook page, or contact Paul Hellander 0439 806 888 or paulhellander@gmail.com

MON 13 JAN Northside Cycling Group 9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.

30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

TUE 14 JAN Peninsula Pedallers 9:30 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Beginners ride, with the group riding at the pace of the slowest rider. Coffee afterwards.

30 km 1A Raelene 8682 3196

Tuesday Treadlers 9:30 AM, Balhannah Oval, Balhannah.

Road bike ride, with a mid-way stop for coffee and back by lunchtime. Two options, a longer, more challenging route or a shorter less demanding route, but all meet up for coffee. Usually a different start location on the first Tuesday of each

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10:00 AM, Gawler Railway Station, Gawler.

Catch the 9:08 train from Adelaide.

Some good dirt roads, MTB or hybrid bike recommended. BYO or buy lunch. If forecast is 35° or more, meet at Toll Gate at 8:30 for a short hills ride 65 km 3C John 8223 7397

Better Harts Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

THU 16 JAN 30/30 Beach Streak 6:00 PM, Henley Square, Henley Beach.

Start at 6:15 pm. Join the 30kph average for 30km or the 35kph average for 30km graduates (40kph often). Refreshments at the Adelaide Sailing Club, West Beach, afterwards.

30 km 6A Dean 0402 816 741

Border BUG 6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required.

30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

Bayside Breeze 6.30 PM, Buffalo Restaurant, Wigley Reserve, Glenelg. Come out, enjoy a social ride while exploring the coastal precincts with a chat and refreshments afterwards.

Bike lights essential.

25 km 3A Julie 0403 431 063

West Side Belles

8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Road bike ride of approximately 50 km with a break for coffee. From time to time location/terrain may change in favour of an off-road mountain bike ride.

Contact Ride Co-ordinator to confirm.

50 km 3B Geoff 0415 460 380

Clare Valley Cycling Team 9:15 AM, Cogwebs, 30 Main North Rd, Auburn. 9:15am at shop for 9:30am start.

Riesling Trail rides for pre-schoolers, who must be accompanied by adult/s. The distance covered will vary, according to the group’s riding ability. Refreshments at Cogwebs Hub Cafe after the ride.

Judy 0400 290 687

Better Harts 10:00 AM, Shepherdson Rd. Deli.

Mt Gambier. Must contact ride leader to confirm.

Catherine 8723 0653

SAT 18 JAN West Side Belles 7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired.

Cafe opens at 7:0am. Departing 7:14am.

Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss.

Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.

6A Irma 0439 801 849

Cobwebs 8:00 AM, Buffalo Tall Ship, Wigley Reserve, Anzac Highway, Glenelg. Early morning ride with coffee afterwards. cobwebsadelaide@yahoo.com.au 50 km 6A

Para Districts Pedallers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’ 8:00 AM, Sunrise Bakery, Cnr. Waterloo Corner Rd and Salisbury Hwy, Salisbury.

Beginners road ride on local roads.Coffee afterwards.

15 km 1A Nigel 0431 838 735

Peninsula Pedallers 8:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

The Little Red Grape 8:00 AM, Lennon St Car Park, Clare.

MTB ride.

50 km Class 2-3 Nicola 0414 365 477

Salisbury Cruizers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’ 9:00 AM, Shelter, Carisbrooke Park, Main North Road, Salisbury Park. Ride along Little Para Trail to Pt Wakefield Road and return. Option to also ride small hills behind Old Spot Hotel, dependent upon level of interest shown.

20 km MTB Class 2 Steve 0411 715 116

All Women’s Bike Rides 9:30 AM, Cycle On’ 2/19 Albyn Tce, Strathalbyn. An all women’s social bike ride with coffee afterwards. Various start locations Contact Lanie for details.

20 km 2B Lanie 8536 4723

Saturday Express 1:00 PM, Drage Reserve, Briar Rd, Felixstowe. Café stop for afternoon tea.

40 km 3B Steve 0419 823 600

Saturday Sojourn 1:00 PM, Kensington Gardens Oval (tennis courts, West Tce and The Parade) Kinsington. BYO or buy afternoon tea.

Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.

25 km 2A Roger 0402 380 172

Southern Flinders Rough Riders 2:00 PM, Over the Edge Shop, Melrose.

20 km Richard 0417 341 462

Better Harts Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

SUN 19 JAN Border BUG 8:00 AM, Caltex Service Station, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Riders choose their turnaround point.

Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4A 6B Bill 0428 790 497

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Encounter Bikeway, Beacon 19 or Hindmarsh Island. Route chosen each week based on group’s ability, weather etc.

Usually two groups, fast and slow. Rides vary from 1A to 3B. Riders choose when to turn back. Meet for coffee either en route or afterwards.

30 km 2B Geoff 0415 460 380

Poseurs d’Adelaide 8:00 AM, Corner Portrush & Greenhill Rds. (in front of the Burnside Town Hall).

Bitumen road ride, 4C to 5B, generally in the hills or quieter Adelaide roads. We don’t take ourselves too seriously and aim for a good bakery or cafe towards the end.

60-80 km 5B Peter 0407 182 376

The Little Red Grape 8:15 AM, The Little Red Grape Also meet 8:30 AM Clare Oval, Main Rd, Clare.

75 km 4B Nicola 0414 365 477

Peninsula Pedallers 9:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

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Vegan Velo

Night Espresso

Border BUG

9:00 AM, Bliss Cafe, Compton St. Adelaide. Usually a ride in the hills, with mid-range pace and difficulty.

50-60 km 4B Don 0437 967 088

7:00 PM, Hurtle Square Adelaide. The rides vary from 6A, 5B, 4C usually with a slightly easier option. Good lights essential. Coffee afterwards at a café.

40 km Rob 8299 0230

6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required.

30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

Rivergum Cyclists 10:00 AM, Contact Peter for details.

20 km 2B Peter 8588 2428

Better Harts Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

MON 20 JAN Northside Cycling Group 9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.

30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

Upper Para Pedallers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’ 5:00 PM, Shelter, Carisbrook Reserve, Main North Rd, Salisbury Park. Off and on road ride, dependent on level of interest shown. Off road – Class 1 10-15 km Class 1 Craig 0423 552 469

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Audax TDA 2014 Stage 1 Tuesday 21 January 2014 7:00 AM Start – Rundle St, Adelaide 100km Unsupported Ride out to a tour vantage point then return.

Contact Scott McCann 0450 945 271 mccann1012004@yahoo.com.au

Peninsula Pedallers 9:30 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Beginners ride, with the group riding at the pace of the slowest rider. Coffee afterwards.

30 km 1A Raelene 8682 3196

Tuesday Treadlers 9:30 AM, Balhannah Oval, Balhannah.

Road bike ride, with a mid-way stop for coffee and back by lunchtime. Two options, a longer, more challenging route or a shorter less demanding route, but all meet up for coffee. Usually a different start location on the first Tuesday of each month. Ride Coordinator to confirm.

50-70 km 4B or 5C Tony or Bob 8388 4730 or 8389 7301

Tuesday Traverse 10:00 AM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide.

Mystery ride. BYO Lunch.

40 km 2B Richard 0438 805 901

Border BUG 6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required.

30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

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WED 22 JAN ADVERTISEMENT

Audax TDA 2014 Stage 2 Wednesday 22 January 2014 7:00 AM Start – Adelaide 100km Unsupported Ride out to a tour vantage point then return.

Glen Thompson 0429 168 232 gthomps5@adam.com.au

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Generally ride to Middleton or Port Elliot along Encounter Bikeway.

Options from 1A to 3B with a coffee stop en route. Riders choose their own turnaround point.

25 km 1B Geoff 0415 460 380

Para Pedallers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’ 8:00 AM, North East corner Parabanks car park, (opposite Pioneer Park), Parabanks. Easy ride along Little Para Trail. Coffee afterwards.

15-20 km 1A to 2A Elaine 0422 393 997

Northside Cycling Group 9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.

30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

Wednesday Wheelers 10:00 AM, Glen Osmond, cnr Pridham Tce & Portrush Rd. Bitumen ride to Aldgate and watch the TDU. BYO or buy lunch 50 km 3C Ralph 8269 7378

Better Harts Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

THU 23 JAN ADVERTISEMENT

Audax TDA 2014 Stage 2 Thursday 23 January 2014 7:00 AM Start – Adelaide 100km Unsupported Ride out to a tour vantage point then return.

Scott McCann 0450 945 271 mccann10120044@yahoo.com.au

30/30 Beach Streak 6:00 PM, Henley Square, Henley Beach.

Start at 6:15 pm. Join the 30kph average for 30km or the 35kph average for 30km graduates (40kph often). Refreshments at the Adelaide Sailing Club, West Beach, afterwards.

30 km 6A Dean 0402 816 741

Bayside Breeze 6.30 PM, West Beach Surf Club, West Beach. Come out, enjoy a social ride while exploring the coastal precincts with a chat and refreshments afterwards. Bike lights essential.

25 km 3A Rick 0417 816 372

FRI 24 JAN ADVERTISEMENT

Audax TDU Community Challenge Ride Friday 24 January 2014 7:00 AM Start – Unley 155km, 200km, 250km Unsupported Ride the Community Challenge course to Victor then return to start via Sellicks and bike track. The 200km course concludes in Silver Sands, the 155km course concludes at Victor.

Andrew Kennedy 0419 414 426 ajpkennedy@bigpond.net.au

West Side Belles 7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired.

Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am.

Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss.

Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.

6A Irma 0439 801 849

SAT 25 JAN West Side Belles 7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired.

Cafe opens at 7:0am. Departing 7:14am.

Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss.

Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.

6A Irma 0439 801 849 ADVERTISEMENT

Audax TDA 2014 Stage 5 Saturday 25 January 2014 8:00 AM Start – Glenelg 100km Unsupported Ride out to a tour vantage point then return.

Contact Scott McCann 0450 945 271 mccann10120044@yahoo.com.au

Cobwebs 8:00 AM, Buffalo Tall Ship, Wigley Reserve, Anzac Highway, Glenelg. Early morning ride with coffee afterwards.

Contact details cobwebsadelaide@yahoo. com.au 50 km 6A

Dry Creek Trailers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’ 8:00 AM, Pooraka Farm Men’s Shed.

39 Scott St, Pooraka. Beginners ride on good gravel trail, no traffic and great scenery. Coffee at Valley View shops.

MTB bikes please.

15 km MTB Class 1 Bryce 0432 732 540

Peninsula Pedallers 8:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group)

The Little Red Grape

8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Road bike ride of approximately 50 km with a break for coffee. From time to time location/terrain may change in favour of an off-road mountain bike ride.

Contact Ride Co-ordinator to confirm.

50 km 3B Geoff 0415 460 380

Southern Flinders Rough Riders

Clare Valley Cycling Team

8:00 AM, Lennon St Car Park, Clare.

MTB ride.

50 km Class 2-3 Nicola 0414 365 477 9:00 AM, Over The Edge Shop, Melrose.

The Enthusiasts Ride.

Richard 0417 341 462

All Women’s Bike Rides

9:15 AM, Cogwebs, 30 Main North Rd, Auburn. 9:15am at shop for 9:30am start.

Riesling Trail rides for pre-schoolers, who must be accompanied by adult/s. The distance covered will vary, according to the group’s riding ability. Refreshments at Cogwebs Hub Cafe after the ride.

Judy 0400 290 687

9:30 AM, Cycle On’ 2/19 Albyn Tce, Strathalbyn. An all Women’s Bike Ride aimed to help build confidence for ladies of all ages. Suitable for the beginner or women wanting to get back into cycling on a casual and social level. Buy coffee afterwards.

15 km 2B Lanie 8536 4723

Better Harts

Saturday Express

10:00 AM, Shepherdson Rd. Deli.

Mt Gambier. Must contact ride leader to confirm.

Catherine 8723 0653

1:00 PM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. Café stop for afternoon tea.

40 km 3B Don 0428 566 745

Saturday Sojourn 1:00 PM, Brighton Jetty, Brighton. BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.

25 km 2A Chris 0414 802 919

Southern Flinders Rough Riders 2:00 PM, Over the Edge Shop, Melrose.

20 km Richard 0417 341 462

Better Harts Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

SUN 26 JAN Border BUG 8:00 AM, Caltex Service Station, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Riders choose their turnaround point.

Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4A 6B Bill 0428 790 497

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Encounter Bikeway, Beacon 19 or Hindmarsh Island. Route chosen each week based on group’s ability, weather etc.

Usually two groups, fast and slow. Rides vary from 1A to 3B. Riders choose when to turn back. Meet for coffee either en route or afterwards.

30 km 2B Geoff 0415 460 380

Poseurs d’Adelaide 8:00 AM, Corner Portrush & Greenhill Rds. (in front of the Burnside Town Hall).

Bitumen road ride, 4C to 5B, generally in the hills or quieter Adelaide roads. We don’t take ourselves too seriously and aim for a good bakery or cafe towards the end.

60-80 km 5B Peter 0407 182 376

The Little Red Grape 8:15 AM, The Little Red Grape Also meet 8:30 AM Clare Oval, Main Rd, Clare.

75 km 4B Nicola 0414 365 477

Hills Ride 9:00 AM, Victor Harbor Oval. George Main Road, Victor Harbor. MTB or Hybrid bike advised. Coffee stop en route. Possible BBQ afterwards – to be confirmed.

50 km 3B Peter 0419 843 647

Peninsula Pedallers 9:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

Vegan Velo 9:00 AM, Bliss Cafe, Compton St. Adelaide. Usually a ride in the hills, with mid-range pace and difficulty.

50-60 km 4B Don 0437 967 088

Rivergum Cyclists 10:00 AM, Contact Peter for details.

20 km 2B Peter 8588 2428

Better Harts Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

MON 27 JAN Northside Cycling Group 9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.

30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

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TUE 28 JAN Peninsula Pedallers 9:30 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Beginners ride, with the group riding at the pace of the slowest rider. Coffee afterwards.

30 km 1A Raelene 8682 3196

Tuesday Treadlers 9:30 AM, Balhannah Oval, Balhannah.

Road bike ride, with a mid-way stop for coffee and back by lunchtime. Two options, a longer, more challenging route or a shorter less demanding route, but all meet up for coffee. Usually a different start location on the first Tuesday of each month. Ride Coordinator to confirm.

50-70 km 4B or 5C Tony or Bob 8388 4730 or 8389 7301

Tuesday Traverse 10:00 AM, Alberton Railway Station, Alberton. Trip to Garden Island. BYO lunch.

40 km 2B Magda 0417 802 723

Border BUG 6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required 30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

Night Espresso 7:00 PM, Hurtle Square Adelaide. The rides vary from 6A, 5B, 4C usually with a slightly easier option. Good lights essential. Coffee afterwards at a café.

40 km Rob 8299 0230

Border BUG 6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required.

30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

Bayside Breeze 6.30 PM, Seacliff Hotel, Seacliff. Come out, enjoy a social ride while exploring the coastal precincts with a chat and refreshments afterwards. Bike lights essential.

25 km 3A Liz 8296 5769

FRI 31 JAN West Side Belles 7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired.

Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am.

Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss.

Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.

6A Irma 0439 801 849

WED 29 JAN

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group)

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group)

8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Road bike ride of approximately 50 km with a break for coffee. From time to time location/terrain may change in favour of an off-road mountain bike ride.

Contact Ride Co-ordinator to confirm.

50 km 3B Geoff 0415 460 380

8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Generally ride to Middleton or Port Elliot along Encounter Bikeway.

Options from 1A to 3B with a coffee stop en route. Riders choose their own turnaround point.

25 km 1B Geoff 0415 460 380

Northside Cycling Group 9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.

30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

Wednesday Wheelers 10:00 AM, Kuitpo Forest Information Centre, Brookman Rd Some dirt tracks, MTB or hybrid bike recommended.

BYO or buy lunch.

50 km 3C Greg 0408 270 134

Better Harts Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

THU 30 JAN 30/30 Beach Streak 6:00 PM, Henley Square, Henley Beach.

Start at 6:15 pm. Join the 30kph average for 30km or the 35kph average for 30km graduates (40kph often). Refreshments at the Adelaide Sailing Club, West Beach, afterwards.

30 km 6A Dean 0402 816 741

Clare Valley Cycling Team 9:15 AM, Cogwebs, 30 Main North Rd, Auburn. 9:15am at shop for 9:30am start.

Riesling Trail rides for pre-schoolers, who must be accompanied by adult/s. The distance covered will vary, according to the group’s riding ability. Refreshments at Cogwebs Hub Cafe after the ride.

Judy 0400 290 687

Better Harts 10:00 AM, Shepherdson Rd. Deli.

Mt Gambier. Must contact ride leader to confirm.

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Audax Paddle Steamer Friday 31 January 2014 8:00 PM Start – Stepney 400km Unsupported Ride all night to Eudunda, Morgan, Bow Hill before returning to Adelaide the following afternoon or evening.

Contact Richard Scheer r.scheer@fugro.com

SAT 1 FEB West Side Belles 7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired.

Cafe opens at 7:0am. Departing 7:14am.

Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss.

Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.

6A Irma 0439 801 849

Cobwebs 8:00 AM, Buffalo Tall Ship, Wigley Reserve, Anzac Highway, Glenelg. Early morning ride with coffee afterwards. cobwebsadelaide@yahoo.com.au 50 km 6A

Para Districts Pedallers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’ 8:00 AM, Sunrise Bakery, Cnr. Waterloo Corner Rd and Salisbury Hwy, Salisbury.

Beginners road ride on local roads.Coffee afterwards.

15 km 1A Nigel 0431 838 735

Peninsula Pedallers 8:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

The Little Red Grape 8:00 AM, Lennon St Car Park, Clare.

MTB ride.

50 km Class 2-3 Nicola 0414 365 477

Salisbury Cruizers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’ 9:00 AM, Shelter, Carisbrooke Park, Main North Road, Salisbury Park. Ride along Little Para Trail to Pt Wakefield Road and return. Option to also ride small hills behind Old Spot Hotel, dependent upon level of interest shown.

20 km MTB Class 2 Steve 0411 715 116

All Women’s Bike Rides 9:30 AM, Cycle On’ 2/19 Albyn Tce, Strathalbyn. An all women’s social bike ride with coffee afterwards. Various start locations Contact Lanie for details.

20 km 2B Lanie 8536 4723

Saturday Express 1:00 PM, Glenelg Town Hall, Jetty Rd, Glenelg. Café stop for afternoon tea.

40 km 3B Ann 0438 558 941

Saturday Sojourn 1:00 PM, Salisbury Railway Station, Salisbury. BYO or buy afternoon tea.

Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.

25 km 2A David 0466 943 155

Southern Flinders Rough Riders 2:00 PM, Over the Edge Shop, Melrose.

20 km Richard 0417 341 462

Better Harts Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

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RidesPROGRAMME

December 2013-February 2014

SUN 2 FEB Border BUG 8:00 AM, Caltex Service Station, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Riders choose their turnaround point.

Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4A 6B Bill 0428 790 497

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Encounter Bikeway, Beacon 19 or Hindmarsh Island. Route chosen each week based on group’s ability, weather etc.

Usually two groups, fast and slow. Rides vary from 1A to 3B. Riders choose when to turn back. Meet for coffee either en route or afterwards.

30 km 2B Geoff 0415 460 380

Kangaroo Island BUG

Night Espresso

10:00 AM, (to be advised) 25-35 km 1B Manfred 8553 0383

7:00 PM, Hurtle Square Adelaide. An easier ride option for those wishing to join the Espresso ‘night riders’ Good lights essential. Coffee afterwards at a café 40 km 4A Rob 8299 0230

Rivergum Cyclists 10:00 AM, Contact Peter for details.

20 km 2B Peter 8588 2428

Better Harts Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

MON 3 FEB

Night Espresso 7:00 PM, Hurtle Square Adelaide.

Introducing the Night Expresso rides.

The rides vary from 6A, 5B, 4C usually with a slightly easier option. Good lights essential. Coffee afterwards at a café.

40 km Rob 8299 0230

WED 5 FEB GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group)

8:00 AM, Corner Portrush & Greenhill Rds. (in front of the Burnside Town Hall).

Bitumen road ride, 4C to 5B, generally in the hills or quieter Adelaide roads. We don’t take ourselves too seriously and aim for a good bakery or cafe towards the end.

60-80 km 5B Peter 0407 182 376

9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.

30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Generally ride to Middleton or Port Elliot along Encounter Bikeway.

Options from 1A to 3B with a coffee stop en route. Riders choose their own turnaround point.

25 km 1B Geoff 0415 460 380

TUE 4 FEB

Para Pedallers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’

The Little Red Grape

Peninsula Pedallers

Poseurs d’Adelaide

8:15 AM, The Little Red Grape Also meet 8:30 AM Clare Oval, Main Rd, Clare.

75 km 4B Nicola 0414 365 477

Advanced Bike Maintenance Course 9:00AM – 4:00PM Sunday 2, 9 and 16 February 2014 Bicycle SA office, 111 Franklin The first 2014 session in a series of 3 successive Sunday workshops The Advanced Bike Maintenance course, with extensive practical experience, is specifically suited to riders who can confidently undertake the regular tuning and cleaning tasks required to keep their bikes running but are seeking an in depth knowledge of their bikes’ anatomy so that they can remove, repair, adjust and replace each of the major mechanical working components themselves.

This programme is structured to include content relating to both road and MTB enthusiasts and covers workshop specifics for both bike designs, so whether your passion lies on the black stuff or the dirt you will get the instruction and the answers you are looking for!

Fee applies Free workshop manual valued at $40.00 provided to all participants.

Bicycle SA office 8168 9999 office@bikesa.asn.au www.bikesa.asn.au

Northside Cycling Group

9:30 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Beginners ride, with the group riding at the pace of the slowest rider. Coffee afterwards.

30 km 1A Raelene 8682 3196

Tuesday Treadlers 9:30 AM, Balhannah Oval, Balhannah.

Road bike ride, with a mid-way stop for coffee and back by lunchtime. Two options, a longer, more challenging route or a shorter less demanding route, but all meet up for coffee. Usually a different start location on the first Tuesday of each month. Ride Coordinator to confirm.

50-70 km 4B or 5C Tony or Bob 8388 4730 or 8389 7301

Tuesday Traverse 10:00 AM, Oaklands Railway Station, Oaklands Park. Beach ride. BYO lunch.

40 km 2B Sue 0411 029 628

Bicycle Maintenance Course Basic Bike Care 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Tuesday 4 February 2014 Bicycle SA Office, 111 Franklin St, Adelaide This basic 3 hour course is designed specifically for those just starting out or who haven’t got the bike out of the shed for a while. Learn how to clean and lubricate the major mechanical working parts of a bike, and get the inside story on repairing punctures!

Fee applies

Hills Ride 9:00 AM, Main street adjacent primary schoo, Birdwood. MTB or Hybrid bike advised. Coffee stop en route.

50 km 3B Robert 0428 990 059

Peninsula Pedallers 9:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

Vegan Velo 9:00 AM, Bliss Cafe, Compton St. Adelaide. Usually a ride in the hills, with mid-range pace and difficulty.

50-60 km 4B Don 0437 967 088

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Early bookings essential (maximum 10 registrants per course) Bicycle SA office 8168 9999

Border BUG 6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required.

30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

FRI 7 FEB West Side Belles 7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired.

Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am.

Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss.

Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.

6A Irma 0439 801 849

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group)

8:00 AM, North East corner Parabanks car park, (opposite Pioneer Park), Parabanks. Easy ride along Little Para Trail. Coffee afterwards.

15-20 km 1A to 2A Elaine 0422 393 997

8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Road bike ride of approximately 50 km with a break for coffee. From time to time location/terrain may change in favour of an off-road mountain bike ride.

Contact Ride Co-ordinator to confirm.

50 km 3B Geoff 0415 460 380

Northside Cycling Group

Clare Valley Cycling Team

9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.

30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

Wednesday Wheelers 10:00 AM, Sandow Cres, Coromandel Valley. All bitumen hills ride. BBQ lunch provided. BYO bathers for a swim.

40 km 3C Rob 8270 4999

Southern Flinders Rough Riders 6:00 PM, Over the Edge Shop, Melrose.

Dusk ride.

Richard 0417 341 462

Better Harts Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

THU 6 FEB 30/30 Beach Streak 6:00 PM, Henley Square, Henley Beach.

Start at 6:15 pm. Join the 30kph average for 30km or the 35kph average for 30km graduates (40kph often). Refreshments at the Adelaide Sailing Club, West Beach, afterwards.

30 km 6A Dean 0402 816 741

Border BUG 6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required 30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

Bayside Breeze 6:30 PM, West Beach Surf Club, West Beach. Come out, enjoy a social ride while exploring the coastal precincts with a chat and refreshments afterwards. Bike lights essential.

25 km 3A Kevin 8243 2285

9:15 AM, Cogwebs, 30 Main North Rd, Auburn. 9:15am at shop for 9:30am start.

Riesling Trail rides for pre-schoolers, who must be accompanied by adult/s. The distance covered will vary, according to the group’s riding ability. Refreshments at Cogwebs Hub Cafe after the ride.

Judy 0400 290 687

Better Harts 10:00 AM, Shepherdson Rd. Deli.

Mt Gambier. Must contact ride leader to confirm.

Catherine 8723 0653

SAT 8 FEB ADVERTISEMENT

Audax Burra Explorer – Worlds End Series Saturday 8 February 2014 7:00 AM Start – Gawler 300km Unsupported Ride to Burra and back via Worlds End. Matt Rawnsley0427 379 640 longdistance1200@hotmail.com

West Side Belles 7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired.

Cafe opens at 7:0am. Departing 7:14am.

Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss.

Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake.Contact Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.

6A Irma 0439 801 849

Cobwebs 8:00 AM, Buffalo Tall Ship, Wigley Reserve, Anzac Highway, Glenelg. Early morning ride with coffee afterwards. cobwebsadelaide@yahoo.com.au 50 km 6A

Dry Creek Trailers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’ 8:00 AM, Pooraka Farm Men’s Shed.

39 Scott St, Pooraka. Beginners ride on good gravel trail, no traffic and great scenery. Coffee at Valley View shops.

MTB bikes please.

15 km MTB Class 1 Bryce 0432 732 540

Para Districts Pedallers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’ 8:00 AM, Sunrise Bakery, Cnr. Waterloo Corner Rd and Salisbury Hwy, Salisbury.

Easy ride along the Little Para Trail with bitumen and dirt track sections. Coffee afterwards.

15 km MTB Class 1 Nigel 0431 838 735

Peninsula Pedallers 8:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

The Little Red Grape 8:00 AM, Lennon St Car Park, Clare.

MTB ride.

50 km Class 2-3 Nicola 0414 365 477

Cycling on Fleurieu 8:30 AM, Strathalbyn Railway Station, Strathalbyn. Easy Social Ride from Strathalbyn followed by coffee & chat.

25 km 3B John 0410 340 071

All Women’s Bike Rides 9:30 AM, Cycle On’ 2/19 Albyn Tce, Strathalbyn. An all Women’s Bike Ride aimed to help build confidence for ladies of all ages. Suitable for the beginner or women wanting to get back into cycling on a casual and social level. Buy coffee afterwards.

15 km 2B Lanie 8536 4723

Saturday Express 1:00 PM, North Adelaide Swimming Centre, North Adelaide. Café stop for afternoon tea.

40 km 3B Krishna 0423 671 814

Saturday Sojourn 1:00 PM, Unley Memorial Gardens, adjacent to Coles, Unley Rd, Unley.

BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.

25 km 2A Chris 0402 903 761

Southern Flinders Rough Riders 2:00 PM, Over the Edge Shop, Melrose.

20 km Richard 0417 341 462

Better Harts Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

SUN 9 FEB Border BUG 8:00 AM, Caltex Service Station, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Riders choose their turnaround point.

Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4A 6B Bill 0428 790 497

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Encounter Bikeway, Beacon 19 or Hindmarsh Island. Route chosen each week based on group’s ability, weather etc.

Usually two groups, fast and slow. Rides vary from 1A to 3B. Riders choose when to turn back. Meet for coffee either en route or afterwards.

30 km 2B Geoff 0415 460 380

9:30 AM, Balhannah Oval, Balhannah.

Road bike ride, with a mid-way stop for coffee and back by lunchtime. Two options, a longer, more challenging route or a shorter less demanding route, but all meet up for coffee. Usually a different start location on the first Tuesday of each month. Ride Coordinator to confirm.

50-70 km 4B or 5C Tony or Bob 8388 4730 or 8389 7301

Poseurs d’Adelaide

Tuesday Traverse

8:00 AM, Corner Portrush & Greenhill Rds. (in front of the Burnside Town Hall).

Bitumen road ride, 4C to 5B, generally in the hills or quieter Adelaide roads. We don’t take ourselves too seriously and aim for a good bakery or cafe towards the end.

60-80 km 5B Peter 0407 182 376

9:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Mystery Ride. Please phone for details. Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

Vegan Velo 9:00 AM, Bliss Cafe, Compton St. Adelaide. Usually a ride in the hills, with mid-range pace and difficulty.

50-60 km 4B Don 0437 967 088

Rivergum Cyclists 10:00 AM, Contact Peter for details.

20 km 2B Peter 8588 2428

Better Harts Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

European Bicycle Circle We ride on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month. The group encourages riders who view cycling as a leisurely pursuit or who ride to commute; the European way. We dress in ordinary clothes and usually carry a picnic lunch to round off the ride. We usually meet for coffee and croissants before the ride, spending about 3 hours total riding time. Cycling is at moderate speed 18-20kmph. We explore Adelaide’s by-ways and lesser known cycle-ways.

Visit us on the European Bicycle Circle Facebook page, or contact Paul Hellander 0439 806 888 or paulhellander@gmail.com

5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Tuesday

This 3 hour course looks specifically at brake and gear systems and how to tune and maintain them.

Note: There is limited cover of disc/ hydraulic brakes.

Fee applies Early bookings essential (maximum 10 registrants per course) Bicycle office 8168 9999 www.bikesa.asn.au

Border BUG 6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required.

30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

Night Espresso 7:00 PM, Hurtle Square Adelaide. The rides vary from 6A, 5B, 4C usually with a slightly easier option. Good lights essential. Coffee afterwards at a café.

40 km Rob 8299 0230

WED 12 FEB GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Generally ride to Middleton or Port Elliot along Encounter Bikeway.

Options from 1A to 3B with a coffee stop en route. Riders choose their own turnaround point.

25 km 1B Geoff 0415 460 380

Northside Cycling Group 9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.

30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

Wednesday Wheelers

MON 10 FEB

10:00 AM, Cnr Alexandra Ave /Fullarton Rd, Rose Park. All bitumen ride. BYO or buy lunch. If forecast is 35° or more, meet at Toll Gate at 8:30am for a short hills ride.

50 km 3C Malcolm 8379 7339

Northside Cycling Group

Better Harts

9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.

30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

TUE 11 FEB 9:30 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Beginners ride, with the group riding at the pace of the slowest rider. Coffee afterwards.

30 km 1A Raelene 8682 3196

Border BUG

Bayside Breeze

Bicycle SA Office, 111 Franklin St, Adelaide

Peninsula Pedallers

6:00 PM, Henley Square, Henley Beach.

Start at 6:15 pm. Join the 30kph average for 30km or the 35kph average for 30km graduates (40kph often). Refreshments at the Adelaide Sailing Club, West Beach, afterwards.

30 km 6A Dean 0402 816 741

Bike Gears and Brakes 11 February 2014

9:00 AM, Kuitpo Forrest HQ. Brookman Road, Meadows. MTB or Hybrid bike advised. Coffee stop en route.

50 km 3B Clarry 0424 041 122

30/30 Beach Streak

6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required.

30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

8:15 AM, The Little Red Grape Also meet 8:30 AM Clare Oval, Main Rd, Clare.

75 km 4B Nicola 0414 365 477

Hills Ride

THU 13 FEB

10:00 AM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide. Explore the South Eastern Suburbs. BYO lunch.

40 km 2B Trevor 0434 961 488

The Little Red Grape

Peninsula Pedallers

proudly supported by

Tuesday Treadlers

Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

6:30 PM, Henley Jetty, Henley Beach.

Come out, enjoy a social ride while exploring the coastal precincts with a chat and refreshments afterwards. Bike lights essential.

25 km 3A Chris 0412 097 712

FRI 14 FEB West Side Belles 7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired.

Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am.

Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss.

Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.

6A Irma 0439 801 849

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Road bike ride of approximately 50 km with a break for coffee. From time to time location/terrain may change in favour of an off-road mountain bike ride.

Contact Ride Co-ordinator to confirm.

50 km 3B Geoff 0415 460 380

Clare Valley Cycling Team 9:15 AM, Cogwebs, 30 Main North Rd, Auburn. 9:15am at shop for 9:30am start.

Riesling Trail rides for pre-schoolers, who must be accompanied by adult/s. The distance covered will vary, according to the group’s riding ability. Refreshments at Cogwebs Hub Cafe after the ride.

Judy 0400 290 687

Better Harts 10:00 AM, Shepherdson Rd. Deli.

Mt Gambier. Must contact ride leader to confirm.

Catherine 8723 0653 ADVERTISEMENT

Audax Bootlegger 200 Friday 14 February 2014 9:00 PM Start – North Adelaide 200km Unsupported Night ride to Birdwood, Nairne, Murray Bridge, then back via Stirling.

Contact David Fairweather 0401 528 563 div.fw@bigpond.net.au

www.bikesa.asn.au

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RidesPROGRAMME

December 2013-February 2014

SAT 15 FEB

SUN 16 FEB

TUE 18 FEB

THU 20 FEB

West Side Belles

Border BUG

Peninsula Pedallers

8:00 AM, Caltex Service Station, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Riders choose their turnaround point.

Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4A 6B Bill 0428 790 497

9:30 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Beginners ride, with the group riding at the pace of the slowest rider. Coffee afterwards.

30 km 1A Raelene 8682 3196

30/30 Beach Streak

7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired.

Cafe opens at 7:0am. Departing 7:14am.

Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss.

Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.

6A Irma 0439 801 849

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group)

Tuesday Treadlers

Cobwebs 8:00 AM, Buffalo Tall Ship, Wigley Reserve, Anzac Highway, Glenelg. Early morning ride with coffee afterwards. cobwebsadelaide@yahoo.com.au 50 km 6A

Para Districts Pedallers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’ 8:00 AM, Sunrise Bakery, Cnr. Waterloo Corner Rd and Salisbury Hwy, Salisbury.

Beginners road ride on local roads. Coffee afterwards.

15 km 1A Nigel 0431 838 735

Peninsula Pedallers 8:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

Salisbury Cruizers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’ 9:00 AM, Shelter, Carisbrooke Park, Main North Road, Salisbury Park. Ride along Little Para Trail to Pt Wakefield Road and return. Option to also ride small hills behind Old Spot Hotel, dependent upon level of interest shown.

20 km MTB Class 2 Steve 0411 715 116

All Women’s Bike Rides 9:30 AM, Cycle On’ 2/19 Albyn Tce, Strathalbyn. An all women’s social bike ride with coffee afterwards. Various start locations Contact Lanie for details.

20 km 2B Lanie 8536 4723

Saturday Express 1:00 PM, Unley Oval (Envestra Park) (picnic area near side entrance), Trimmer Tce, Unley. Café stop for afternoon tea.

40 km 3B David 0407 008 270

8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Encounter Bikeway, Beacon 19 or Hindmarsh Island. Route chosen each week based on group’s ability, weather etc.

Usually two groups, fast and slow. Rides vary from 1A to 3B. Riders choose when to turn back. Meet for coffee either en route or afterwards.

30 km 2B Geoff 0415 460 380

9:30 AM, Balhannah Oval, Balhannah.

Road bike ride, with a mid-way stop for coffee and back by lunchtime. Two options, a longer, more challenging route or a shorter less demanding route, but all meet up for coffee. Usually a different start location on the first Tuesday of each month. Ride Coordinator to confirm.

50-70 km 4B or 5C Tony or Bob 8388 4730 or 8389 7301

Poseurs d’Adelaide

Tuesday Traverse

8:00 AM, Corner Portrush & Greenhill Rds. (in front of the Burnside Town Hall).

Bitumen road ride, 4C to 5B, generally in the hills or quieter Adelaide roads. We don’t take ourselves too seriously and aim for a good bakery or cafe towards the end.

60-80 km 5B Peter 0407 182 376

10:00 AM, Belair Railway Station, Belair.

Bob’s Ride’ – Belair Railway Station to Flinders University to Torrens Weir.

BYO lunch. Coffee.

40 km 2B Jo 0432 429 922

8:15 AM, The Little Red Grape Also meet 8:30 AM Clare Oval, Main Rd, Clare.

75 km 4B Nicola 0414 365 477

6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required.

30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

Hills Ride

Night Espresso

9:00 AM, Tanunda Oval, Elizabeth Street, Tanunda. MTB or Hybrid bike advised.

Coffee stop en route.

50 km 3B Steve 0401 603 596 or 8271 1140

7:00 PM, Hurtle Square Adelaide. The rides vary from 6A, 5B, 4C usually with a slightly easier option. Good lights essential. Coffee afterwards at a café.

40 km Rob 8299 0230

The Little Red Grape

Peninsula Pedallers 9:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

Vegan Velo 9:00 AM, Bliss Cafe, Compton St. Adelaide. Usually a ride in the hills, with mid-range pace and difficulty.

50-60 km 4B Don 0437 967 088

Rivergum Cyclists 10:00 AM, Contact Peter for details.

20 km 2B Peter 8588 2428

Better Harts Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

Saturday Sojourn 1:00 PM, Council Offices, Brooker Tce and Sir Donald Bradman Drive, Hilton.

BYO or buy afternoon tea. Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.

25 km 2A Roger 0402 380 172

Southern Flinders Rough Riders 2:00 PM, Over the Edge Shop, Melrose.

20 km Richard 0417 341 462

Better Harts Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

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Border BUG

MON 17 FEB Northside Cycling Group 9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.

30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

Upper Para Pedallers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’ 5:00 PM, Shelter, Carisbrook Reserve, Main North Rd, Salisbury Park. Off and on road ride, dependent on level of interest shown. Off road – Class 1.

10-15 km Class 1 Craig 0423 552 469

WED 19 FEB GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Generally ride to Middleton or Port Elliot along Encounter Bikeway.

Options from 1A to 3B with a coffee stop en route. Riders choose their own turnaround point.

25 km 1B Geoff 0415 460 380

6:00 PM, Henley Square, Henley Beach.

Start at 6:15 pm. Join the 30kph average for 30km or the 35kph average for 30km graduates (40kph often). Refreshments at the Adelaide Sailing Club, West Beach, afterwards.

30 km 6A Dean 0402 816 741

Border BUG 6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required.

30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

Bayside Breeze 6:30 PM, Brighton Jetty, Brighton. Come out, enjoy a social ride while exploring the coastal precincts with a chat and refreshments afterwards. Bike lights essential.

25 km 3A Alison 8377 2118

FRI 21 FEB West Side Belles 7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired.

Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am.

Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss.

Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.

6A Irma 0439 801 849

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group)

8:00 AM, North East corner Parabanks car park, (opposite Pioneer Park), Parabanks. Easy ride along Little Para Trail. Coffee afterwards.

15-20 km 1A to 2A Elaine 0422 393 997

8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Road bike ride of approximately 50 km with a break for coffee. From time to time location/terrain may change in favour of an off-road mountain bike ride.

Contact Ride Co-ordinator to confirm.

50 km 3B Geoff 0415 460 380

Northside Cycling Group

Clare Valley Cycling Team

Para Pedallers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’

9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.

30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

Wednesday Wheelers 10:00 AM, Signal Point, Goolwa, near railway station, Goolwa. All bitumen ride.

BYO or buy lunch. If forecast is 35° or more, meet at the same place, same time, for a shorter ride and a swim.

50 km 3C Den 8555 1313

Better Harts Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

9:15 AM, Cogwebs, 30 Main North Rd, Auburn. 9:15am at shop for 9:30am start.

Riesling Trail rides for pre-schoolers, who must be accompanied by adult/s. The distance covered will vary, according to the group’s riding ability. Refreshments at Cogwebs Hub Cafe after the ride.

Judy 0400 290 687

Better Harts 10:00 AM, Shepherdson Rd. Deli.

Mt Gambier. Must contact ride leader to confirm.

Catherine 8723 0653

SAT 22 FEB West Side Belles 7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired.

Cafe opens at 7:0am. Departing 7:14am.

Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway,

arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss.

Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.

6A Irma 0439 801 849

Cobwebs 8:00 AM, Buffalo Tall Ship, Wigley Reserve, Anzac Highway, Glenelg. Early morning ride with coffee afterwards. cobwebsadelaide@yahoo.com.au 50 km 6A

Dry Creek Trailers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’ 8:00 AM, Pooraka Farm Men’s Shed.

39 Scott St, Pooraka. Beginners ride on good gravel trail, no traffic and great scenery. Coffee at Valley View shops.

MTB bikes please.

15 km MTB Class 1 Bryce 0432 732 540

Para Districts Pedallers – ‘Cycle Salisbury’ 8:00 AM, Sunrise Bakery, Cnr. Waterloo Corner Rd and Salisbury Hwy, Salisbury.

Easy ride along the Little Para Trail with bitumen and dirt track sections. Coffee afterwards.

15 km MTB Class 1 Nigel 0431 838 735

Peninsula Pedallers 8:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

The Little Red Grape 8:00 AM, Lennon St Car Park, Clare.

MTB ride.

50 km Class 2-3 Nicola 0414 365 477

Southern Flinders Rough Riders 9:00 AM, Over The Edge Shop, Melrose.

The Enthusiasts Ride.

Richard 0417 341 462

All Women’s Bike Rides 9:30 AM, Cycle On’ 2/19 Albyn Tce, Strathalbyn. An all Women’s Bike Ride aimed to help build confidence for ladies of all ages. Suitable for the beginner or women wanting to get back into cycling on a casual and social level. Buy coffee afterwards.

15 km 2B Lanie 8536 4723

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Better Harts Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

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Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

MON 24 FEB Northside Cycling Group 9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.

30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

TUE 25 FEB Peninsula Pedallers 9:30 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Beginners ride, with the group riding at the pace of the slowest rider. Coffee afterwards.

30 km 1A Raelene 8682 3196

Tuesday Treadlers 9:30 AM, Balhannah Oval, Balhannah.

Road bike ride, with a mid-way stop for coffee and back by lunchtime. Two options, a longer, more challenging route or a shorter less demanding route, but all meet up for coffee. Usually a different start location on the first Tuesday of each month. Ride Coordinator to confirm.

50-70 km 4B or 5C Tony or Bob 8388 4730 or 8389 7301

Tuesday Traverse

Border BUG

Border BUG

8:00 AM, Caltex Service Station, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Riders choose their turnaround point.

Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4A 6B Bill 0428 790 497

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group)

Poseurs d’Adelaide

2:00 PM, Over the Edge Shop, Melrose.

20 km Richard 0417 341 462

Better Harts

10:00 AM, Torrens Weir, Adelaide.

Mystery ride. BYO lunch.

40 km 2A Joan 0412 181 642

Saturday Sojourn

Southern Flinders Rough Riders

Mt Gambier Starting time and departure venue for the ride will vary. Please contact ride coordinator to participate. All rides will be at the pace of the slowest rider unless there are enough riders and ride coordinators to split the ride. Phone or email sharonholmes@ozemail.com.au Sharon 8723 0805

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1:00 PM, Heywood Park, Unley Park.

Café stop for afternoon tea.

40 km 3B Jane 0402 102 608 1:00 PM, Elizabeth Centre Railway Station, Elizabeth. BYO or buy afternoon tea.

Please contact Ride Leader to confirm ride details.

25 km 2A David 0466 943 155

Better Harts

10:00 AM, Contact Peter for details.

20 km 2B Peter 8588 2428

Sunday 23 February 2014

8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Encounter Bikeway, Beacon 19 or Hindmarsh Island. Route chosen each week based on group’s ability, weather etc.

Usually two groups, fast and slow. Rides vary from 1A to 3B. Riders choose when to turn back. Meet for coffee either en route or afterwards.

30 km 2B Geoff 0415 460 380

Saturday Express

Rivergum Cyclists

8:00 AM, Corner Portrush & Greenhill Rds. (in front of the Burnside Town Hall).

Bitumen road ride, 4C to 5B, generally in the hills or quieter Adelaide roads. We don’t take ourselves too seriously and aim for a good bakery or cafe towards the end.

60-80 km 5B Peter 0407 182 376

The Little Red Grape 8:15 AM, The Little Red Grape. Also meet 8:30 AM Clare Oval, Main Rd, Clare.

75 km 4B Nicola 0414 365 477

Peninsula Pedallers 9:00 AM, Arteyrea Hall, Mortlock Terrace, Port Lincoln. Coffee afterwards.

40 km 4B Mary 8683 0915

Vegan Velo 9:00 AM, Bliss Cafe, Compton St. Adelaide. Usually a ride in the hills, with mid-range pace and difficulty.

50-60 km 4B Don 0437 967 088

6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required.

30 km 6A Bill 0428 790 497

Night Espresso 7:00 PM, Hurtle Square Adelaide. The rides vary from 6A, 5B, 4C usually with a slightly easier option. Good lights essential. Coffee afterwards at a café.

40 km Rob 8299 0230

WED 26 FEB GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Generally ride to Middleton or Port Elliot along Encounter Bikeway.

Options from 1A to 3B with a coffee stop en route. Riders choose their own turnaround point.

25 km 1B Geoff 0415 460 380

THU 27 FEB 30/30 Beach Streak 6:00 PM, Henley Square, Henley Beach.

Start at 6:15 pm. Join the 30kph average for 30km or the 35kph average for 30km graduates (40kph often). Refreshments at the Adelaide Sailing Club, West Beach, afterwards.

30 km 6A Dean 0402 816 741

Border BUG 6:00 PM, Apex Park, Woolshed Street, Bordertown. Social ride on quiet roads.

Ride returns to start point for a chat after.

Lights required 30 km A Bill 0428 790 497

Bayside Breeze 6:30 PM, Glenelg Jetty, Glenelg. Come out, enjoy a social ride while exploring the coastal precincts with a chat and refreshments afterwards. Bike lights essential.

25 km 3A Alf 8294 9138

FRI 28 FEB West Side Belles 7:15 AM, Zuma Cafe, 56 Gouger St, Adelaide. (8231 4410) An all women’s social bike ride. Early morning easy ride, starting off with a coffee if so desired.

Cafe opens at 7:00am. Departing 7:15am.

Head off to the Bay via Anzac Highway, arriving at Mediterranean Cafe Ristorante, 2/72 Broadway, Glenelg South (8295 8333). Then back home via Tapleys Hill Rd and Liquid Espresso, 183/181 Grange Rd, Findon (8268 1063). Riders can choose their turnaround point. Optional ride distances catered for. If desired, a longer more challenging route or a shorter route, but all meet for coffee start to discuss.

Estimated time plus coffee break – 3 hours. Dress accordingly, bring money for coffee and cake. Irma 0439 801 849 or www.facebook/west side belles.

6A Irma 0439 801 849

GAD-BUG (Goolwa & District Bicycle User Group) 8:00 AM, Goolwa Rotunda, Cadell Street, Goolwa. Road bike ride of approximately 50 km with a break for coffee. From time to time location/terrain may change in favour of an off-road mountain bike ride.

Contact Ride Co-ordinator to confirm.

50 km 3B Geoff 0415 460 380

Clare Valley Cycling Team

9:30 AM, Elizabeth Star Cycles, 5 Barfield Crescent, Elizabeth. Ride with 2 options, from 3A to 5A with a coffee stop en route.

30 km 5A Gary 8255 1979

9:15 AM, Cogwebs, 30 Main North Rd, Auburn. 9:15am at shop for 9:30am start.

Riesling Trail rides for pre-schoolers, who must be accompanied by adult/s. The distance covered will vary, according to the group’s riding ability. Refreshments at Cogwebs Hub Cafe after the ride.

Judy 0400 290 687

Wednesday Wheelers

Better Harts

Northside Cycling Group

10:00 AM, Mitchell Park Oval, off Bradley Grove, Mitchell Park.. All bitumen ride.

BYO or buy lunch. If forecast is 35° or more, meet at the same place, same time, for a shorter ride and a swim.

50 km 3C Malcolm 8276 9469

10:00 AM, Shepherdson Rd. Deli.

Mt Gambier. Must contact ride leader to confirm.

Catherine 8723 0653

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