Tour d'Altona - 50km evening ride - #1 for the season

Our first Altona evening ride now daylight saving has begun:

* Td'A is a 50km evening ride in the daylight saving months and intended for intermediates due to the speed and headwinds. We cycle on bike paths to Williamstown and Altona and return in the dark on paths and roads.

We meet in South Wharf at Jeff's Shed on Clarendon St and ride through Docklands to Williamstown for a short break then continue along the coastal path to the seaside suburb of Altona for a quick bite (Half an hour or so) in the park opposite the fish and chip shop and other eateries.
Usually, we're back in town around 9:30pm.

Forecast: 20°C. Sunny. Light winds becoming northeast to southeasterly 15 to 20 km/h during the day.
https://reg.bom.gov.au/places/vic/altona/forecast/detailed/#d2026-10-08

Strong winds are the usual experience on this ride making it unsuitable for beginners whenever blowy which is most of the time.

Bike:
Any mechanically sound bicycle. Check it and pump your tyres before coming. MTBs may struggle.

Lights:
Excellent lights that illuminate the path are essential. Consider bringing spare lights.

Speed:
25 km/h typically on paths where appropriate and faster on a few roads but it is mostly paths. You can be sure of winds by the coast.

Distance:
50 km for the round trip. You're welcome to get the train back and Altona Station is nearby

Map:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/6954193 *
* Actual route may vary on the night

Bring:
- Water, jacket, Myki, tube, tools, bright bike lights,
- Your phone with my number.
- Emergency Contact Details *

Contact: Neil Griffiths - 0419 560 409

Photo: Altona Sunset- Feb '26

*EMERGENCY CONTACT DETAILS : Please ensure you carry these on you in case of a medical emergency. ie Family member's name, phone number and relationship (eg, Sister). Written down preferably and with your personal items so it can be found by emergency personnel. There is a link to a template in our Meetup homepage (browser) down in the discussion area. https://www.meetup.com/melbournecycling/discussions/

"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"