As cyclists, we love to ride in beautiful places and keep a record of where we have been. However, our photos can sometimes look ‘ordinary’ and uninspiring to others. For those wanting to Wow! their cycling photos, join this special interest ride. The route will provide opportunities to see places of both historical interest and beauty, with information provided by the ride leader, and guidance on taking your best photos by Chris Byrne. Although smartphones are ubiquitous these days, any portable camera is suitable for this ride.
Leaving St Leonards Station we ride to West St to access the Waverton Peninsula to enter Balls Head and visit two levels of the historic Coal Loader. Continue the ride around Berry's Bay to McMahons Point, passing through Sawmillers Reserve and into Lavender Bay to reach the foreshore share path to Luna Park. Coffee break at Milsons Point. The return route passes North Sydney station crossing into Miller St then West St, to enter St Thomas' Rest Park in Cammeray. Leaving the Park we ride down Aitchison St back to St Leonards station.
This ride will be taken at a slow pace to allow for stops to identify photographic opportunities and to try out newfound skills. The ride includes lots of hills and a few steep short descents. Approx. 250 metres rough surface. Often narrow suburban streets, main hazards are close traffic and ambling pedestrians along the foreshore shared pathways. Although low on kms the ride could take up to 4 hours
NB As this is a repeated ride, past registrants are asked to step aside to allow new attendees be given priority. Thank you for your understanding.
Remember to bring your Opal Card
Distance: 15.00
Elevation Change: 208
Effort Index: 3
Ride with GPS
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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 road rules and other legal requirements.
All riders wear an approved helmet and carry water, at least one spare tube plus a pump.
Health Warning
Riders must not attend if sick, have Covid-19, influenza or symptoms of any communicable disease.
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While on Bike North rides and activities, you may be photographed or videoed. Photographs and videos
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and other participants must respect their wishes.