Take a train to Belgrave and ride back to town (~50km)

A ride we last did almost two years ago in Sept '24

Saturday Forecast: 19°C,
Sunny. Light winds becoming northerly 15 to 20 km/h during the morning.
https://reg.bom.gov.au/places/vic/heathmont/forecast/detailed/#d2026-09-12

Ride : Meet at Belgrave or take the 9:26 Flinders St train with me from the city out there (arrives 10:52) and ride back on the paths (mostly on paths) to town. We'll have lunch 15 km into the ride at Heathmont where there are a variety of cafes, a bakery cafe and Subway.

Check here for any planned disruptions affecting your travel Saturday:
https://www.metrotrains.com.au/planned-works/

Please note: The path does go up and down a bit. ie It's not all downhill

Distance : Approx 50 km returning to Federation Square

Speed : 22-25 kmh (fairly easy but not too slow)

Map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41592167 *

* Actual route may vary on the day

What to bring : Water, sunscreen, jacket, cash/card, Myki, spare tube, pump. Emergency contact details with you (Just in case).

Check your bike prior to Friday and pump your tyres to firm, please.

Ride leader: Neil Griffiths - 0419 560 409

Photo: Waiting at lights at Nunawading station (Sept '23)

"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"