Thornbury - Mt Pleasant hilly loop (53km, +759m ascent)

A loop to Eltham for some hilly and very hilly roads around the area before a coffee break or quick lunch and returning to Thornbury. (See map link below)

Forecast: 18°C in the afternoon out at Eltham. Unlikely to rain until long after our ride 🙂
http://www.bom.gov.au/places/vic/eltham/forecast/detailed/#d2025-05-25

Riders: Suits Upper Intermediates with good climbing legs *
*This is one for experienced climbers with some hills up to 16-20%.

The route includes Mount Pleasant Rd, Sweeneys Lane & Reynolds Rd and others that will use all your low gears. Descents are not greatly technical.

Surface: 99% sealed roads

Total distance:
53km +759m ascent

Bike to bring:
Lightweight roadbikes only that are geared for hills. Eg 11-34 rear gears

Map, Profile and GPX:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39631009 *
*Actual route may vary on the day

Bring:
-Water, jacket, spare tube & tools, your phone with my number.
-Emergency Contact Details*

Getting there: The 8:29 Mernda Line train from Flinders St arrives 8:58 or ride about 10km from the city centre. (We'll stop at toilets soon after Thornbury as there are none at the station)

Photo: Mt Pleasant Rd - Jan '25

Contact: Neil Griffiths - 0419 560 409

*EMERGENCY CONTACT DETAILS : Please have these on you in case of a medical emergency. ie Family member's name, phone number and relationship (eg, Sister). Written down, preferably, and with your personal items that you carry so it can be found by emergency personnel attending.

"All riders are riding at their own risk and Melbourne Cycling does not take any responsibility for any injuries or accidents you may have on any of our rides"