Downhill Biking Sydney

Shut Up and Write Newtown

**Arrival** 11am, this gives you the time to settle in and chat with other writers **Start of the session** 11.15am the timer will start of no-talking and focused witing time. **Break** 12.00pm a short break where you can discuss your progress, chat or grab a coffee. **Session** **Continues** 12.15pm the timer will start of no-talking and focused witing time. **End of session 1:00pm** you are welcome to stay and keep writing or stay and chat.

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Balmain Bike Bus

This ride joins the weekly Balmain Bike Bus led by Sustainable Transport for the Inner West. (note: it's not a Bike Leichhardt ride). Why join this one? * We expect it to be a rare time we can take the short cut through White Bay Power Station. * We will be joined by Councilors Phillipa Scott and Kerrie Ferguson, so come along and let them know we want an inner west where riders of all ages and abilities can move about safely and conveniently by bike. The options to get there: 1/ Join me at the rotunda in Pioneer Park Leichhardt for a 7.30am departure to the start point in Balmain. (rsvp for this option only). 2/ Get yourself to Loyalty Square (Woolworths) Balmain by 8.00am 3/ Get yourself to the front gates of White Bay Power Station by 8.20am ["bus" pick up point] We will have a coffee somewhere close to the CBD. All riders will need to be prepared to make their own way back or into work. Some general information on the Balmain Bike Bus.. https://bicyclensw.org.au/balmains-brilliant-bike-bus/

Bike Leichhardt AGM & guest speaker

Bike Leichhardt Inc. AGM. Commencing 6.30 pm sharp in 'The Studio' (auditorium), level 1 of Wests Ashfield. 115 Liverpool Rd. Only financial members of Bike Leichhardt may vote or stand for election. The AGM to conclude at approx 7.15 followed by our guest speaker at 7.30 pm. Guests are welcome to hear our guest speaker (and at AGM). Our speaker is Dr Marjorie O'Neill, Co-chair of Parlt Friends of Active Transport and Parlt. Secretary for Transport. Have a meal while attending the AGM. Our guest speaker is expected to finish at approx. 8.30 pm. Or join us afterwards for a meal or a drink and a catch-up. AGM notice and agenda has been emailed directly to members. If you didn't get the email and want a copy of the 2025 AGM minutes and the 2026 agenda, please email tdcoen@gmail.com If you want to nominate for the committee you need to email your nomination asap to BL secretary Mark Irish (mark.a.irish@gmail.com ) at least 7 days prior to the AGM ( i.e. by Nov 18 ) at the latest. We look forward to a big turnout.

Purple Rain

Nothing says spring quite like a tree-lined street that rains purple flowers. Meet at the small park on the primary school side of Bridge Street (cnr Swanson Street), outside Erskineville Station. see PHOTO below for meeting point. We will enjoy the nearby jacarandas before following the Bourke Street cycleway into the city, via The Domain for more purple displays. Then it’s over the Bridge to Kirribilli to check out the colourful display there – another popular place for that perfect jacaranda photo. And a coffee… Return to Erskineville via Darling Harbour, Glebe and Sydney Uni where we will mourn the once ancient jacaranda on the Quad. The ride is a leisurely pace on-road (mostly back streets) or cycle paths. Riders MUST be confident riding in traffic. DISTANCE: Approx. 25km, mostly flat, with plenty of photo opportunities. Ride will be cancelled if weather impacted. Monitor MeetUp for wet weather cancellation. Bring bike in good working condition, drink bottle, helmet, pump, spare tubes, tyre levers. Riders must be a current financial member ($10 cash on day accepted). (First time riders can trial a ride and will then be asked to join) Please contact ride leader if you have any queries about the ride (Laura 0439 901 613)

Inner West Wander

37km [+370M] Easy-Medium, Gentle pace, with numerous regroups/photo-ops. SOME road riding in traffic, but much on paths. Plenty of riverside and bayside riding. N,B. Start time and location. Coffee at Concord after 15km. Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42810319 Beware trackwork, some lines: Illawarra and "Buses replace Inner West trains between Ashfield and Central" until 10:30am You'll need a bicycle in good working order, helmet, water, sun screen, spare tube for punctures. Please do NOT come if unwell. Contact Leader if doubts/queries: Richard 0428 640 975.

Golden Hour Jacaranda Ride

13km easy place, mostly on quiet streets and separated pathways The ride route takes us through the purple pathways and green streets of North Sydney, Neutral Bay, Kirrabilli, and Milsons Point before heading back over the bridge to Circular Quay. After that, we'll follow the city cycleways until we find a nice place to finish the ride. *Note: We are meeting at Waterloo Metro and taking the train to Victoria Cross. The riding will commence at VC Metro*

Manly and North Head from Leichhardt

Note - there are many significant hills, some narrow paths and lots of pedestrians esp. in Manly and Circular Quay on this approx 35 klm ride. For experienced riders only. No trains or ferries (ie bike friendly bail outs) between North Sydney and Manly. A beautiful ride with great views - so bring your camera, but some challenges. Mostly shared paths and quiet back streets, but a few narrow sections and potentially lots of pedestrians at some locations. We'll stop along the way for photos. Meet at the gazebo in Pioneers Memorial Park (Norton St, Leichhardt) at 7.45 for an 8am sharp start. We'll go over the Anzac and Sydney Harbour bridges, past North Sydney train station and up Miller St passing Victoria Cross Metro, to North Sydney oval which is the second muster location on the corner of Ridge and Miller streets at 8.45 am, departing 8.50 am sharp. Then onto a series of bike paths and quiet back streets through Cremorne and Mosman, crossing Military road at traffic lights and onto Parriwi Rd for a vista-rich descent to the Spit. Coffee stop near The Spit or up the hill in Seaforth - TBC. Over the Spit and bear left up a solid ascent to Seaforth with more stunning views along the way. We head on a pathway to North Balgowlah and go through back streets and shared paths to Manly Lagoon, along paths to Queenscliff beach and the bike path to Manly. From there we head uphill to North Head lookout, returning to Manly wharf where the official ride will conclude. Ferries run regularly to Circular Quay. Some of you might like to stay for a swim at either the harbour or surf beaches &/or lunch at one of the many eateries. Riders need to be comfortable with steady ascents and many undulations, some steep. Bring helmet, tools, pump and spare tube, sunblock, water, patience, determination, a camera and a sense of humour. Avg \~15 kph after the crawls uphill, the rushes down and various photo stops. If feeling unwell please do not attend and cancel in MeetUp asap so someone else can join. Attendee numbers are limited for better safety and enjoyment. Tim - 0408 691 541

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.*

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.

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

World Sustainable Transport Day - to Centennial Park

**Details** Meet at 9 am for a 9.10 start from the Lackey St fountain in Summer Hill, we'll go to the gazebo in Leichhardt’s Pioneer Memorial Park (at about 9.30) for anyone who wants to start from there (please indicate in EVENT CHAT if you will start at the Pioneers Memorial Park in Leichhardt). Then over the Anzac bridge and weave through the city on several bike paths, over the Tibby Cotter bridge and into Centennial Park for a casual, self-catered picnic brunch (NB there are 3 cafes in the park if you want to buy a drink or meal). We'll return via the Moore Park Rd cycleway, Oxford St and Anzac Bridge. There is public transport near Centennial Park at the light rail stop at Royal Randwick. Other guests are most welcome. They can join the ride or meet us in the park. Participants will need to bring their food, drink and something to sit on. I strongly urge bringing a hat too. Bring a helmet, gear to deal with a flat tyre, water, sunblock and a sense of humour. Tim Coen 0408 691 541