About us
We ride all over Victoria and sometimes beyond, on trips ranging from a few hours to multiple days and covering all kinds of surfaces, levels and places.
Our club has a proud fifty year history.
You can take part in up to three MBTC single-day rides (RSVP via MeetUp) before deciding to become a full member for $25 per year. Only financial members can do overnight rides.
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What is the Melbourne Bicycle Touring Club?
MBTC brings together like-minded people keen to share their experience. We’re a great club for anyone interested in exploring longer-distance bike travel, including camping and overnighters.
What is bicycle touring?
Bicycle touring (some might call it bikepacking) is all about experiencing the world on two wheels. Scenery, sightseeing and socialising are an integral part of our rides, and we love a good bakery (or cafe or market or pub).
Please be aware that everyone is riding at their own risk and the club does not take responsibility for any injuries or accidents you may have on any of our rides.
Upcoming events
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Scotchman/Dandenong/Gardiner Loop, 54 kms (Intermediate)
East Malvern Station, Malvern East VIC 3145, Melbourne, AUWeather forecast looks good, see you there.
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Loop from East Malvern Station to Jells Park and Blackburn via Scotchman Creek, Dandenong Creek and Gardiners Creek Trails. In this direction, we avoid the massive climb from Jells Park and not having lunch at T-House.Meet at East Malvern Station Car Park at 10am. Coffee stop at T-House in Jells Park, late lunch stop at Gourmet Girl or Joy Parade at Laburnum. BYO lunch is an option, there is seating within view of the venues.
There is the option for a bit of single track at Shepherd's Bush but requires descending a short set of stairs. For those not wishing to do single track, use the main trail and we will meet at High Street Road.
Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55820625?privacy_code=3xzYKtO3AYjf7eKAnMDSNrixXPKdTggl
This ride is for financial MBTC members, or those who have not yet done three single day rides with us.
To join our club check out https://www.mbtc.org.au/membership
ESSENTIAL ITEMS
- A sense of adventure
- Functioning headlight & taillight
- Spare tube and a puncture kit
- MYKI card, ATM card/cash, basic tools, rain gear, food/snacks, etc
WATER
It's your responsibility to check the temperature and distance for the day and carry an appropriate amount of water. When riding outside suburbia remember that carrying too much water is better than not enough as the distances between water availability may vary greatly from the planned route due to road closures or other unforeseen circumstances.Check Meetup for any changes the day before the ride, as the ride may be cancelled in the event of extreme weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
If you cannot make it to the ride please change your RSVP to 'NO' as soon as you know but no later than the day before ride day.
The MBTC Refund & Cancellation Policy can be found here.
When I RSVP for this event/activity I acknowledge that the activity of bicycle riding can be dangerous and that I may suffer loss or injury or death and I agree that in consideration of my participation in any event conducted by the MBTC that I will absolve from liability the MBTC, its officers, and any event organiser from all claims, demands, or suits whether for personal injury or property loss suffered whether by negligence or breach of contract or otherwise, save for any right I may have pursuant to the Australian Consumer law. I acknowledge that photos may be taken of me during MBTC rides and social events, and that it is club practice that these photos will be published on Meetup, Facebook, and the club website. I will notify the ride leader and other riders if I wish to not be photographed. MBTC cannot guarantee that my photo will not be published and will promptly honour requests to be removed from MBTC controlled sites.
11 attendees
The best Dimmy in Melb? social 30 km
Caulfield Station, Station Street, Caulfield, AUWe will meet at Caulfield Railway Station , outside Platform 4
Then ride to Moon Palace Preston, considered the one of the best homemade Dim Sims in Melbourne. After lunch it's a short ride to Regent Railway Station.There is another traditional Chinese Restaurant that we will try on another ride to compare, how exciting !
Any type of bicycle will do as it is on roads and cycle paths. Bring water .
Your bike needs to be in good order and wet weather gear if the forecast is for rain.Ride route Caulfield to Preston
ESSENTIAL ITEMS
Functioning headlight & tail light
Spare tube and a puncture kit
MYKI card, ATM card/cash, basic tools, rain gear, food/snacks, etc
WATER
It's your responsibility to check the temperature and distance for the day and carry an appropriate amount of water. When riding outside suburbia remember that carrying too much water is better than not enough as the distances between water availability may vary greatly from the planned route due to road closures or other unforeseen circumstances.
Check Meetup for any changes the day before the ride, as the ride may be cancelled in the event of extreme weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
If you cannot make it to the ride please change your RSVP to 'NO' at least one day before the ride day.
This ride is for MBTC club members, or those who have not yet done 3 days riding with us. To join our club check out https://www.mbtc.org.au/membership
When I RSVP for this event/activity I acknowledge that the activity of bicycle riding can be dangerous and that I may suffer loss or injury or death and I agree that in consideration of my participation in any event conducted by the MBTC that I will absolve from liability the MBTC, its officers, and any event organiser from all claims, demands, or suits whether for personal injury or property loss suffered whether by negligence or breach of contract or otherwise, save for any right I may have pursuant to the Australian Consumer law. I acknowledge that photos may be taken of me during MBTC rides and social events, and that it is club practice that these photos will be published on Meetup, Facebook, and the club website. I will notify the ride leader and other riders if I wish to not be photographed. MBTC cannot guarantee that my photo will not be published and will promptly honour requests to be removed from MBTC controlled sites.
8 attendees
Saturday Night Burger Ride social 33km
Sandringham Railway Station, Waltham St & Station Streets, Sandringham, AUWe will meet at Sandringham Railway station entrance.
We will ride to a genuine Burger Joint while there is good light then enjoy a wonder smashed burger with chips cooked in tallow
The owner buys his meat from a local butcher and is very passionate about his ingredients . I believe his sauce is to die for, well we will find out !It's then a short ride to Victoria Park Railway station.
Any type of bicycle will do as it is on roads and cycle paths. Bring water .
Your bike needs to be in good order with l front + back lights and wet weather gear if the forecast is for rain.Ride route Sandringham 2 Abbotsford
ESSENTIAL ITEMS
Functioning headlight & tail light
Spare tube and a puncture kit
MYKI card, ATM card/cash, basic tools, rain gear, food/snacks, etc
WATER
It's your responsibility to check the temperature and distance for the day and carry an appropriate amount of water. When riding outside suburbia remember that carrying too much water is better than not enough as the distances between water availability may vary greatly from the planned route due to road closures or other unforeseen circumstances.
Check Meetup for any changes the day before the ride, as the ride may be cancelled in the event of extreme weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
If you cannot make it to the ride please change your RSVP to 'NO' at least one day before the ride day.
This ride is for MBTC club members, or those who have not yet done 3 days riding with us. To join our club check out https://www.mbtc.org.au/membership
When I RSVP for this event/activity I acknowledge that the activity of bicycle riding can be dangerous and that I may suffer loss or injury or death and I agree that in consideration of my participation in any event conducted by the MBTC that I will absolve from liability the MBTC, its officers, and any event organiser from all claims, demands, or suits whether for personal injury or property loss suffered whether by negligence or breach of contract or otherwise, save for any right I may have pursuant to the Australian Consumer law. I acknowledge that photos may be taken of me during MBTC rides and social events, and that it is club practice that these photos will be published on Meetup, Facebook, and the club website. I will notify the ride leader and other riders if I wish to not be photographed. MBTC cannot guarantee that my photo will not be published and will promptly honour requests to be removed from MBTC controlled sites.
2 attendees
Past events
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