Bike Commuting Sydney

Eastern Sydney Coastal Explorer

A relaxed morning bike ride with plenty of stops to catch your breath enjoy the fabulous harbour views and coastal scenery. *This ride starts early to avoid the traffic that builds up around the beaches and harbourside suburbs throughout the day.* We'll ride (easy pace, mostly on quieter streets and shared paths) along on- and off-road cycleways and back to Bondi Junction (ETA 11.30am). **Refer to the ride route map for a more detailed description.** *The ride will go ahead in a fine drizzle but not heavy rain - please check the site on the morning of the ride for any weather-related updates!* **You must RSVP in order to attend the ride.** Please make sure you UPDATE your RSVP if you cannot make it as nobody wants to be waiting for a no-show. **Disclaimer:** *By signing up for this event you acknowledge that you are personally responsible for your own safety, and that you are participating in the event entirely at your own risk. You also agree to indemnify the ride host/organiser from all claims for damages which may be incurred as a result of your participation.*

Moore Park to Ramsgate RTN

An easy and relatively flat morning ride south through Waterloo, Alexandria, Mascot, around Sydney Airport and along the new cycle path through the Barton and Scarborough Park wetlands to Ramsgate where we stop for coffee/pastries. Much of the ride is on cycleways, otherwise along back streets, except for the first short stretch along Dacey Ave and South Dowling St. **We meet at the Dacey Avenue Bus Shelter, Kensington** (in front of the E S Marks Athletic Field) and leave from there promptly at 7:30 am. **Alternatively - meet us at 7:45 am in front of The Grounds** on the corner of Bourke Rd and Huntley St Alexandria. Medium pace (20kph av.) ETA return 10:30 am

Mogo

(REVISED date) Pastry & Pedals: Kings Cross Mkt Loop

Total: 40km We'll roll out from Tempe and navigate through Mascot to link up with the start of the Bourke Street Cycleway. From there, it's a seamless, mostly separated run all the way north through Waterloo, Redfern, and Surry Hills, dropping right down into Woolloomooloo. Once at the bay, we’ll tackle the brief but punchy climb up into Potts Point, arriving right at Fitzroy Gardens. We are parking the bikes by the El Alamein Fountain to explore the vibrant Kings Cross Saturday Market - famous for exceptional artisan baked treats, fresh pastries, and boutique sweet treats. Grab a coffee, score a top-tier pastry, and relax by the fountain for breakfast. Heading home, we’ll cruise through the heart of Kings Cross and cut up through the elegant but hilly backstreets of Paddington We’ll cross over into Moore Park to pick up the green infrastructure tracks, eventually filtering back onto the Bourke Street Cycleway for a familiar, clear run all the way south to the cars at Holbeach Avenue. Essential Checklist Helmet: Mandatory (standard Australian compliance). Spares: Bring a bike puncture repair kit, spare tube that fits your valves, and a mini-pump/CO2. Hydration & Weather: A full water bottle. While it's August, morning coastal breezes can be brisk, so a windproof layer is recommended. Payment: Card/cash for your market goodies. Ride Leader: Adeline Chua All communications regarding this ride will be handled on the St George BUG MeetUp platform

PADSTOW TO BEXLEY

THIS IS A SOUTHWEST BUG EVENT. PADSTOW TO BEXLEY – 21KMS; Easy Pace, some traffic, uses off road cycle paths and on road cycleways. Starts 9.00AM Padstow Library, next to Carl Little Reserve on Memorial Drive Padstow. A local ride to Bexley Rd via Salt Pan Creek then along the M5 Linear Path through the hidden parkland next to the M5. Return using some alternate cyclepaths. Finish with coffee in Padstow. Contact Warren. 0412 495 928. Call to confirm.

Gentle Cooks River Cycleway Ride & Coffee ☕🌿

RIDE THE ICONIC SYDNEY HARBOUR BRIDGE

PLEASE NOTE: This is a Bicycle Southwest BUG event - https://bikesouthwest.org.au/ RIDE THE ICONIC SYDNEY HARBOUR BRIDGE, 25 km; Moderate pace Some Traffic / Uses Off-road Cyclepaths / Uses On-road Cycleways. Starts: 10:00 am; Blue St exit North Sydney Station. Ride to Milsons Point & onto the ramp up to the Harbour Bridge cyclepath & over Pyrmont Bridge, Anzac Bridge & onto Hawthorne Canal, The Greenway and finish at Wolli Creek Station. Morning tea stop at Pyrmont. Contact: Warren Artlett; 0412 495 928. Call to confirm.

Let's Go Cycling at Olympic Park!

Ride Leaders' workshop (no.2) & lunch

***For Bike Leichhardt financial RIDE LEADERS only, who were unable to attend the FIRST RIDE LEADERS' WORKSHOP in August.*** **This second workshop has been scheduled for you for Saturday NOVEMBER 14, 2026.** To review the key findings of the recent member & ride leader surveys, discuss ride leadership issues & enjoy a relaxed lunch together. Arrive in 'The Studio' of the Clubhouse of Levande Cardinal Freeman Village at 9am for 9.15 am workshop start. Tea & coffee available in the room so have a cuppa while we think... The workshop wraps up around 12.15 then lunch in the cafe next door. Venue is 'The Studio', upstairs in the Clubhouse (Reception) at Levande Cardinal Freeman Village 137 Victoria St. Ashfield Walking distance from Ashfield train station. or Bus 413 from Haymarket (next to Central Railway) brings you right to the village. NB. Lots of nearby street parking & space to lock bikes outside the clubhouse. For any queries - call me on 0408 691 541 Looking forward to seeing you there.

Cooks River Spinners Ride to the Sea

40 km ride along Cooks River Cycleway to Ramsgate Beach House along the beach front track from Kyeemagh, stopping for coffee, a chat and a quick bite to eat, returning through the cycleways from Leo Smith Reserve the council has recently upgraded and back to Croydon Park along the Cooks River Cycleway

CASULA POWERHOUSE ARTISANS & GROWERS MARKETS

**PLEASE NOTE: This is a Bicycle Southwest BUG event - https://bikesouthwest.org.au/** Total 27 km ; Moderate pace / Some Traffic / Uses Off-road Cycle paths / Uses On-road Cycleways / (This ride no longer uses M5) Contact: Warren; Ph (m) 0412 495 928. Call to confirm Starts: 8:00 AM; Panania Railway station Edwards Reserve (North side Opposite Pub) Ride through Voyager Point then along the new Heathcote Rd cyclepath. This is mainly along off road cycle paths and quiet back streets. Spend about an hour doing your fruit and veg shopping and having a relaxing morning tea. Return to Panania via a slightly longer route

Nepean Dam, via Bargo! Epic Adventure! 15KM

**Nepean Dam, via Bargo! Epic Adventure! 15KM** This is a fantastic out of Sydney adventure including the historic village of **Bargo**, then **Nepean Dam**, a **Sausage Sizzle** lunch and refreshments at historic **Bargo Hotel**! The walk sections are: 1. **Arrive Bargo Station**, morning tea 2. **Bargo Station to Nepean Dam;** Explore Dam, Free BBQ's and boiling water to use; 7.5KM. 3. **Nepean Dam to Bargo Hotel:** refreshment before train return to Sydney; 7.5KM. **NO SHOPS, SO MEMBERS MUST BRING FOOD!** **I ENCOURAGE MEMBERS TO BRING BBQ FOOD, AS THERE ARE EXCELLENT BBQ FACILTIES AT NEPEAN DAM.** We should be back in Sydney Central Station by 6:30PM. **Distance**: 15KM **Type of Walk:** Access roads and fire trails. **Difficulty**: Medium. **Walking Pace:** Average pace of 4.5/hr. **Meeting Place and Transport:** Catch the Macarthur Train **departing Central Station Platform 23 at 7:25AM,** arriving Campbeltown Platform 3 at 8:22AM. Catch the Southern Highlands train departing **Campbeltown Station Platform 3 at 8:36AM**, arriving Bargo Station 9:18AM. Transport back is reverse, **departing Bargo Station 4:35PM** arriving Sydney Central 6:28PM. **What to bring**: Trail runners, boots or trainers; 2 litres of water, refill available Nepean Dam, hydrolytes; two snacks and one lunch (BBQ food, if you wish!); torch; light rain jacket depending on conditions. **Suggested Donation**: $10 **Pub**: Bargo Hotel **By RSVPing to this event**, you (and your guests) agree to and are bound by the terms and conditions of SOMG which you can view here: [Sydney Outdoors Meetup Group Discussions](https://www.meetup.com/sydney-outdoors-meetup-group/discussions/?eventOrigin=home_groups_you_organize) If you have any questions, please leave a comment below. I look forward to seeing you on this walk. I will post my mobile number closer to the day. Ted :)