Heatherdale to Petty's Orchard for apple pie! (Inter - 40Km 380m elevation)
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Hi,
Join us for a casual ride from Heatherdale heading out to Petty's Orchard on the Main Yarra Trail. We will kick off on the Eastlink Trail heading North then West until we hit Koonung Creek Linear Park. Here we will head North, little bit of a climb up a quiet road for about 2km until we get to Ruffey Lake Park, picking up the Ruffey Creek Trail heading North West up to the Main Yarra Trail. Here we will go East for about 5km until we reach Petty's Orchard (~24km in) where we will stop for apple pie and cream (or your choice of cake!). After out break we will head South/South East on the Mullum Mullum into Ringwood before coming back to Heatherdale Station!
Labelled it up as an intermediate ride, there is a little bit more climbing than our normal rides but it's not excessive. We will probably average around 15-16kmh
See RWGP route as per link:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54180383
Meet out the front of Heatherdale station. Dave will be on a black/grey Merida hybrid with rear pannier, Harvey will be on a black Giant gravel bike. See pin here:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/jyNEZHSWJRSHyxCK6
Forecast is looking promising for Saturday, sunny and highs of 22.
Hopefully see you all there for a lovely morning out!
7.26am Train from Flinders get into Heatherdale at 8.15am for an 8.20am kick off!
YOUR BIKE
Mostly paved surface (84%) with a little bit of gravel so suitable for most well maintained bike
Note: End time is a guesstimate only
ESSENTIAL ITEMS
Spare tube, puncture kit, pump, basic tools - good to have with you.
Rain & warm gear (according to conditions)
Plenty of water for the distance especially if it's going to be hot! Always better to have too much than not enough!
Check your app for any changes the night before, and on the day of the ride, as the ride may be cancelled in the event of extreme weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
If you realise you cannot make it to the ride please change your RSVP to 'NO' immediately even if you are still on the Waitlist.
"Liability Waiver:
The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your safety and well-being. By joining this event, you agree to this liability waiver."
Please just ride with some courtesy, use your bell/call out when required passing people, single file on narrow sections, blind corners etc just common sense.
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