City - Thornbury (27km social loop to Artiga Cafe by the trail)

Note the starting point which is slightly out of the city centre at the top of Lonsdale St before it becomes Albert St.

Ride:
This is an short and easy social ride going north to Thornbury and then east to stop for brunch / coffee at Artiga Cafe which is located conveniently by the Darebin Creek Trail (See event image above). They have indoor seating as well as outside.

We return to town via Darebin Ck Trail, Main Yarra Trail and through Abbotsford and Collingwood.

Note: Finish time is an estimation. Could be earlier.

Distance: 27 Km

Speed: 20-22 Km/h typically

Map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48765338 *
*Route may vary on the day

Forecast: Melbourne area - 17°C
Mostly sunny. Areas of morning frost about the nearby hills. Winds northerly 15 to 25 km/h increasing to 20 to 30 km/h later.

Bike: Any bike in good condition. Pump up your tyres to recommended pressures and check your bike over prior to the day.

Bring: Water, warm clothing, spare tube, tools, phone with my number.

Contact: Neil Griffiths 0419 560 409

*Photo: Artiga Cafe - Oct '24

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