City to Eaton Mall, Oakleigh (40km social ride for lunch)
Details
I thought we could reverse our usual route and ride anti-clockwise
so we'll start at Jeff's Shed (Melbourne Exhibition Centre) and finish in the City (see map link below)
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Let's ride from Melbourne Exhibition Centre to Oakleigh for lunch in the very popular Greek dining mall in Eaton St.
Other available food choices include Korean, fish & chip shops and Bánh mì (Vietnamese salad rolls)
We return to town via Malvern East or you could catch a train back
- Weather on Sunday: 20°C, slight chance of a shower before the start
- https://reg.bom.gov.au/places/vic/oakleigh/forecast/detailed/#d2025-12-07
Total distance: 41 km and mostly paths or bike lanes
Coming in by train? Check PTV for disruptions that may affect you:
Speed: 22 Km/h (typically)
Recommended bike:
Any bike in good condition should be fine. Pump your tyres to recommended pressures (firm)
Map and GPX files:
The new route is bike lanes and mostly back streets on the way out and all paths back to town.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53422535
*Note: The ride finishes at St Kilda Rd near Princes Bridge and Fed Sqr.
Bring:
- Water, jacket, sunscreen, spare tube & tools, Myki, your phone with my number
- A bike lock if you have one although we will keep a close eye on the bikes while we have lunch
- Emergency contact details: Written down and carried on you
Contact: Neil Griffiths - 0419 560 409
"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"