Fed Square to Ruffey Lake Park (55 km loop) - Mostly paths. Some hills.
Details
Here's a ride we did last November. Let's do it again on Thursday this week.
Ride: A loop from the City via Koonung Trail to Ruffey Lake in Templestowe and lunch not far from there at Melissa Cakes Cafe before returning to town via Main Yarra Trail and others.
Forecast: 22°C
https://reg.bom.gov.au/places/vic/templestowe/forecast/detailed/#d2026-05-14
Distance:
Approx 55 km.
Mostly sealed. Some compacted gravel paths that are okay for road bikes, gravel bikes, e-bikes, etc. Has some ups and downs (See profile in the map link below)
Speed:
22-25 kmh (not too slow) typical speeds on any flat paths.
Slower up hills and faster down :)
Map & GPS files:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/51813546 *
* Actual route may vary on the day
Bring:
Water, jacket, tools, tube, pump, MYKI, phone, money for lunch and emergencies.
Contact:
Neil Griffiths - 0419 560 409 (make sure you have my number in your contacts)
*Photo: Ruffey Lake Park - Nov '25
"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"