The ride starts and finishes at the Meadowbank ferry wharf, and proceeds clockwise around the bays and foreshores on the N. side of the Parramatta R, over the Gladesville Bridge and the Iron Cove Bay Run. Italian coffee will be enjoyed in Leichardt, which is reached mid-way around Iron Cove, with a diversion down Hawthorn Canal. After coffee, the ride will retrace Hawthorn Canal and continues in a clockwise direction around Iron Cove before diverting to the bays and foreshores on the S. side of Parramatta R. The ride crosses the Parramatta R. using the ferry between Mortlake and Putney (**check operating time of the ferry prior to the ride). Alternatively we will return to the start via the Concord Hospital/ Ryde bridge route.
Allow 3.5 - 4 hrs hours including ride briefing, regroups, coffee stop and ferry trip assuming a steady 18 kmh ave pace.
The ride includes some hilly areas primarily in the first third of the ride. While there are numerous shared paths, riders need to be comfortable cycling on some fairly busy roads. Route hazards include cyclists, pedestrians, dogs, bollards, etc. particularly on the Iron Cove Bay Run. There are several water fountains and toilets on the route. There are no designated options for riders wishing to leave the ride, however there is a Light Rail from Leichardt to the Sydney train network. Additionally at Leichardt the train is in the commutable proximity of Summer Hill and Lewisham train stations.
Distance: 40.00
Elevation Change: 430
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Check public transport alerts: www.transportnsw.info/alerts#/metro-train
Risk warning
As a participant in this dangerous recreational activity, you may be exposing yourself to a significant risk of
harm. Bike North, the ride organisers and leaders wish to warn you of the risks and hazards that are an
inherent part of cycling, and to take care to prevent putting yourself, your fellow participants and/or others
into danger. By registering for this ride, you accept the warning as to risk, and you agree to ride in a safe
and responsible manner and to obey all Australian Road Rules.
Keeping us COVID-safe
- Registration for Bike North rides is compulsory. Walk-ins will not be permitted to join a ride.
- Physical distancing of 1.5 metres should be observed where possible.
- All riders are encouraged to bring hand sanitizer.
- Riders must not attend if sick, have Covid-19, influenza or symptoms of any communicable disease.
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