Woodend to Melbourne via Riddells Creek

*This ride may be cancelled if too much rain is forecast the day before*
Forecast for Gisborne/Woodend: Shower or two
http://www.bom.gov.au/places/vic/gisborne/forecast/detailed/#d2025-06-22

This is a ride starting with a Vline train trip from town to Woodend. (Catch the 10:06 Bendigo train using your Myki and arriving Woodend 11:05)

We ride to Riddells Creek bakery for lunch then continue to Woodlands Historic Park and take the Moonee Ponds trail back to Melbourne. Expecting tailwinds on the day.

Total distance: 92 Km

The route is mostly on sealed roads and paths except for the upper section of Moonee Ponds trail which is compacted gravel. A road bike will be fine on it or bring your gravel bike if you like.

Speed: 25-30 Km/h typically

Recommended bike: Road bike

Map and GPX Files: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/7625587

• Actual route may vary on the day

Bring: Water, rain jacket, warm gloves, spare tube & tools, money for lunch & emergencies, Myki, your phone with my number.
Please check your bike's tyres condition beforehand.

Note: Woodend will be considerably colder than Melbourne but we'll feel warmer by Riddells Creek after dropping some altitude

This ride is being hosted by Neil - 0419 560 409

*Photo:
Cycling Woodend - Melbourne (Wildwood Rd) : (May 2013)

"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"