Docklands to Aberfeldie (Maribyrnong River) - Saturday Early Evening Ride

• Saturday evening should be pleasant after 25°C during the day *

Ride: An easy pace late afternoon / early evening ride via the bike paths and up the Maribyrnong River trail to the lookout in this event's cover photo.
We'll have something to eat (Fish and chips / Chinese, etc) nearby in Ascot Vale before returning to the city via the new Veloway.

Note: The sun will set before we finish so you will need your lights.

Forecast: 25°C and mostly sunny. Light winds becoming southeast to southwesterly 15 to 20 km/h during the day.
https://reg.bom.gov.au/places/vic/aberfeldie/forecast/detailed/#d2026-03-14

Bike: Any mechanically sound bicycle. Lights should be fitted. Pump to firm & check your tyres, please.

Speed: 22 km/h max on the flat

Distance: 30 km return

We meet in Docklands near the ferry terminal and ride via Docklands Hwy path to the Maribyrnong River. We'll follow the bike path upstream as far as Aberfeldie to check out the views from the higher riverbank opposite the Dept of Defence. Then we'll turn back to Ascot Vale to have something to eat in Union Rd before cycling our way past the racecourse and showgrounds, going back to town on the river path and the Dixon Veloway above Footscray Rd.

Map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/6985629 *
*Actual route may vary on the day

Bring:
- Water, spare tube, pump and any tools,
- Bike lights
- A jacket for later,
- Your phone with my number.

Contact: Neil Griffiths, 0419 560 409

*Photo: Aberfeldie view over the river - Feb '15

"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"