Biking Groups Sydney

Bike Leichhardt Xmas in July

**NB Change of DATE - Now Thursday 23 July** Well it's that time of year where we all get dressed up and be social. Xmas in July an annual Bike Leichhardt event. This year we will be having it at The Polish Club, 182 Liverpool Rd Ashfield We will have a quieter section set aside for us in the restaurant so please come along and ENJOY Spaces are limited but you can bring a partner / friend just note it on your RSVP FYI menu at https://polishclub.au/dine-and-drink/ Pedestrian entry at 182 Liverpool Rd, Ashfield and bike parking at the front pedestrian entry. BTW carpark at rear entrance 73-75 Norton Street, Ashfield NSW 2131 Apologies for date change. Unavoidable circumstances

Prospect Dam loop via aqueduct cycle path

An "oldie but a goodie"! Meeting at Guildford Train Station at 9:30am (check train timetables for latest connections) for sign-on and briefing and then for a moderate ride amongst the Western Sydney Cycleways, taking in the nineteenth century aqueduct cycle path, Prospect Dam and Orphan School Creek bike paths. We may take a look at the Lizard Log Park along route before cruising into Abbotsbury for coffee/early snack lunch at the \*Parx Coffee House and then returning to Guildford Station via Canley Heights (rail bail available at Canley Heights station), some parklands, back streets and a rail trail. \*(Note: the cafe can be very busy, so you may even consider bringing your own snack so you can grab a takeaway coffee there to enjoy at the park across the road!) Cafe menu: https://parxcoffeehouse.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/NEW-SUMMER-MENU-PARX.pdf). Approx 38 kms circuit, mostly flat with some hilly undulations, and some trafficked roads. Return to Guildford Station around 2.30pm. RIDE LEADER: Your ride leader is Marlene Shepherd - on-ride mobile is 0419013120. WHAT YOU WILL NEED FOR THIS RIDE: Your Opal card; a bike in good mechanical order; helmet; water bottle; sunscreen; and spare inner tube(s) in case of puncture + snack lunch if you choose. REGROUP: We will regroup a number of times on the ride. WEATHER: Ride will be cancelled if there is significant rain on the morning of the ride. Check meetup notifications. Call Ride Leader if unsure. Please do not attend if you are sick or have any flu-like symptoms. Riders must be 2026 financial members ($10 annual fee) unless first time ride. Check meet-up for any changes.

Leichhardt to Manly

30km [+300M] (-> GCP 1.0) scenic ride, mainly on backroads and paths. Traffic passing close at times. The ride will finish at Manly Wharf, where we'll optionally enjoy refreshments together and (probably!) catch a ferry to Circular Quay in our own time, linking to trains or riding home. Ferries every 20 minutes. Scenery includes Rozelle Park, Darling Harbour, Sydney Harbour from Bridge, Middle Harbour, Manly Creek, Pacific Ocean. Three significant climbs to challenge the unfit/unelectrified: Barangaroo to Harbour Bridge, North Sydney, and after Spit Bridge. Route (approx): https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29221730 You'll need a bicycle in good working order, helmet, water, sun screen, spare tube(s) for puncture(s), clothing layers? Please do NOT come if unwell, or unsuited for the ride as specified. Contact Leader if doubts/queries: Richard 0428 640 975.

Loftus to Heathcote MTB Ride (Flowy Green)

Tempe to Como spin

Eastern Sydney Coastal Explorer

A relaxed morning bike ride with plenty of stops to catch your breath enjoy the fabulous harbour views and coastal scenery. *This ride starts early to avoid the traffic that builds up around the beaches and harbourside suburbs throughout the day.* We'll ride (easy pace, mostly on quieter streets and shared paths) along on- and off-road cycleways and back to Bondi Junction (ETA 11.30am). **Refer to the ride route map for a more detailed description.** *The ride will go ahead in a fine drizzle but not heavy rain - please check the site on the morning of the ride for any weather-related updates!* **You must RSVP in order to attend the ride.** Please make sure you UPDATE your RSVP if you cannot make it as nobody wants to be waiting for a no-show. **Disclaimer:** *By signing up for this event you acknowledge that you are personally responsible for your own safety, and that you are participating in the event entirely at your own risk. You also agree to indemnify the ride host/organiser from all claims for damages which may be incurred as a result of your participation.*

Moore Park to Ramsgate RTN - 36k

An easy and relatively flat morning ride south through Waterloo, Alexandria, Mascot, around Sydney Airport and along the new cycle path through the Barton and Scarborough Park wetlands to Ramsgate where we stop for coffee/pastries. Much of the ride is on cycleways, otherwise along back streets, except for the first short stretch along Dacey Ave and South Dowling St. We meet at the Dacey Avenue Bus Shelter, Kensington (in front of the E S Marks Athletic Field) and leave from there promptly at 7:30 am. Alternatively - meet us at 7:45 am in front of The Grounds on the corner of Bourke Rd and Huntley St Alexandria. Medium pace (20kph av.) ETA return 10:30 am

🐳 La Perouse - Bare Island, The Henry Head & Cape Banks 🏰 🏝 🏖 🐢 🐳 🐋

📝 FOR YOUR SAFETY & ENJOYMENT, PLEASE READ BELOW DESCRIPTION FULLY BEFORE YOU CLICK ‘Attend’! ******************************************** 🗓 DATE: Sunday, 19 July 2026. ⏰ MEETING TIME: 9.45am. 🚌 MEETING PLACE: (start & finish) last bus stop - Anzac Pde Terminus, La Perouse. Refer photos no. 2 & 3. ******************************************** 🥾 DISTANCE: 12km return. 🥾 GRADE: Easy/mostly Moderate on a relaxing pace with lots of photo stops and selfies. 💪🏽 Reasonable fitness recommended due to uneven rocky surfaces, ups and downs hills, stair climbs, rocks hopping and walking on sandy beaches. 💪🏽 Tracks expected to be wet, muddy and slippery at few sections. 📸 WHAT TO EXPECT: 🏖 La Perouse is the northern headland of Kamay Botany Bay National Park, near Maroubra. You'll find fantastic walks, diving spots and historic sites just a quick trip from Sydney's cbd. La Perouse is one of Sydney's oldest 'burbs and packed full of history, nature walks, swimming spots and local cafes, perfect for a day trip. 🚌 Upon arrival at 9.45am at the last bus station at Anzac Parade Terminus, we will have a quick (free) visit to La Perouse Museum. https://mgnsw.org.au/organisations/laperouse-museum/ 🚶After a quick visit at the museum, we will begin our exciting walk to Frenchman’s Beach, Yarra Bay Beach and Eastern Suburbs Memorial Park for our first photo session. Then to Bare Island Fort for another photo session. 🤳 A small island, which you can walk to across a large timber bridge. It is now a historical site. 🐳 lWe will continue our exciting adventure towards The Henry Head Walking Track, stopping at Congwong Beach and Henry Head Lighthouse with an amazing views of the coastline. We may be able to spot some whales, turtles and wild birds. 🐳 We will then continue along the Cape Banks Trail via Cruwee Cove Beach which follows on few other beautiful beaches provide some excellent harbour views, enjoyable bush tracks, and the chance to explore some of the original fortifications. 🥪 After BYO lunch break at the lighthouse, we will head back to Anzac Parade Bus Terminus via the golf course for coffee or a bite to eat at one of the cafes before heading home. ☕️🐠 🏊🏻 You may wish to swim or picnic on the beach. ⚠️ IMPORTANT INFORMATION ⚠️ 📝 TERMS & DISCLAIMER: Attending this event is voluntarily at your own risk. Organiser/s accepts no liability of any kind including injuries, accidents, misadventure etc during and after this event. For full disclosure on Public Waiver, please refer to Meetup Terms and Conditions and the front page of this group on ‘About Us’. ✅ You must assess your own fitness and ability before participating in this event. ✅ You are responsible for looking after your own health, safety and belongings. ✅ You must adhere and follow the instructions from your organiser/s at all times during this event. ✅ You must take personal accountability for your own choices, actions and/or misadventure. If you’re not sticking with the group or getting lost during the walk, you’re responsible for finding your own way out. The group DO NOT wait for you! ✅ You must also take care not to put other people at risk. ✅ Keep well back from cliff edges at all times, especially when taking photos. ❎ NO facilities or cafes on the trails, so please come well prepared. ❎ NO smoking on the walk including during photo stops and lunch break. ❎ If you do not wish to be photographed (randomly or group photos), please DO NOT join this event! ✅ If you’re bringing a guest/s under 18 years old, please let me know by TEXT message for confirmation. ✅ Please be mindful and respectful to members and guest/s from diverse backgrounds . This is not a dating group. Please do not ask inappropriate questions regarding marital status, sexual orientation etc. ✅ If something’s come up, please Edit your RSVP to ‘Not Going’ asap at least by 7pm the day before. It’s only take a second!
❎ Late cancellation or No Show would not be tolerated. You will forfeit the opportunity to join my future events! 🎒WHAT TO BRING: 👕 Comfortable outfits for the weather preferably hiking gear. Jeans or cotton t-shirt may not be suitable In a warm weather. 🥾 Waterproof hiking boots or sturdy walking shoes highly recommended. 💦 At least 1.8L of water, Hydralyte or sports energy drinks, snacks, packed lunch, hat, sunscreen and hand sanitiser. ⛑ Basic First Aid kit and a raincoat just in case of wet weather. 🏊🏼‍♂️ Cozzies and towel if you wish to swim at one of the beaches. 💵 GRATUITY: $5 CASH per person for this event. Please bring correct change on the day to speed up the meet and greet. 📱Or PayID to my mobile: 0405038557. Ref: (your Meetup name) La Perouse. 📱 Please get it done asap upon arrival and TEXT me receipt of payment. 🚌 Please check Opal Trip Planner on how to get to the meeting point - either by bus or Metro light rail etc. https://transportnsw.info/ 🚗 All day parking may be available at the residential area on Endeavour Ave. 🚻 Toilet block located opposite the bus terminus at the roundabout. 🏃‍♂️Please arrive promptly, we don’t wait for late comers. It’s rude and disrespectful for turning up late! 📲 Any questions, please send me a TEXT me instead to avoid any confusion. 🏖️ Let’s explore and enjoy the great outdoors! 🌿 Norra 😎 📱 0405038557 (TEXT & PayID only)

Bobbin Head Loop / Sphinx Trail and Bobbin Head 10kms Ku-ring-gai.

Winter Gelato Circuit! South Harbour Walk from Rose Bay to Leichhardt

**How better to tell winter to go away than with a walk along the southern coast of Sydney Harbour… and eating gelato along the way!** **We will start at Circular Quay, Wharf 2.** **The ferry to Rose Bay leaves at 9.45am and arrives at 9.58am.** **From Rose Bay, we have a slight climb up to Point Piper.** **Then we will head to Double Bay, through Rushcutters Bay, then to Elizabeth Bay & Potts Point at the top of the hill.** **We will then continue to Woolloomooloo Wharf, we will walk through the Royal Botanic Gardens to the Sydney Opera House.** **This is our first gelato stop – Mesina’s Gelateria (there are others as well).** **From here we will walk to Barangaroo where we will make our second gelato stop (and my favourite) at Rivereno Gelateria.** **Then to the Sydney Fish Market, where you guessed it, the third gelato stop – Cow and the Moon Gelateria.** **From here we will head to Blackwater Bay Park, and then onto Bicentennial Park and Federal Park.** **We will visit Rozelle Parklands and make our way through some smaller parks in Annadale to Norton Street in Leichhardt at Bar Italia, for the last opportunity for another gelato.** **From here we can catch a bus or the light rail back to the city.** **We will aim to finish at around 3pm – all “gelatoed out”.** **There are plenty of exit points so it’s perfect for anyone who is not sure how far they will be able to walk.** **This walk consists of well-worn tracks and footpaths. However, there are a few steps and some hills.** **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **DISTANCE: About 18 km.** **GRADE: Medium. Some stair climbing.** **NOTE: Plenty of exit points. Please let the Host know if you leave the walk.** **IMPORTANT INFORMATION:** **· Be Prepared: Wear trail runners or comfortable walking shoes, bring water and dress for the weather.** **· Follow Instructions: Please follow the instructions of the Host at all times and keep the Host within sight.** **· RSVP Responsibly and Be Ontime at the Designated Meeting Point: Update your RSVP if you can’t make it.** **GRATUITY: $10 applies to this event which can be paid in cash on the day or PayID is 0439 344987 Cristian Sylvestre.** **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **DISCLAIMER: Your health and safety is our priority and we take care to minimize risk and avoid accidents and injuries.** **However, Organizers and Hosts are not responsible for your health and safety and do not accept any liability for accidents and injuries that may occur during Meetup activities and events. Please take responsibility for your own safety and belongings.** **By RSVPing to this event you and your guests agree to comply with the terms and conditions of the Aussie Explorers Meetup group which can be found in the link below:** **[https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers](https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers/pages/28346396/Terms_and_Conditions_of_joining_Aussie_Explorers)** **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **Any questions or concerns, please send me a TEXT message (0439 344 987) rather than unnecessary updates on the comments section.**

🌊 Coastal Epic: The Unofficial 35km 'Bloody Long Walk' Challenge ~35KM

Join us for a massive **35km coastal challenge over Eastern Beaches** as we take on our unofficial attempt of the scenic 'Bloody Long Walk' (Sydney East route). Originally hosted by the Mito Foundation each November, we are tackling this spectacular coastal track our own way. This is a demanding, long-distance trek requiring high fitness and endurance, but the world-class ocean views are worth every step. For reference on the official event route, you can check here: [https://www.bloodylongwalk.com.au/lp/sydney-east/](https://www.bloodylongwalk.com.au/lp/sydney-east/) **Before you RSVP, be sure to read the full description:** * **Difficulty** **and Terrain:** Hard (for highly fit, experienced hikers only). Expect a massive 35km distance requiring a steady pace. The terrain features a diverse mix of coastal boardwalks, beach walking (sand), paved streets, stairs, and multiple headland ascents. * **Start:** 8:30 AM sharp at Pioneers Park (off Anzac Pde, near the Hillary Pde bus stop). Please arrive a few minutes early. **Finish:** Circular Quay (followed by an optional, well-earned dinner for those who go the distance!). * **Route:** We will start at Pioneers Park and head down to Maroubra Beach, making our way north through Coogee and up to Bondi. From there, we join the famous coastal trail (which we recently completed from the opposite direction!), passing the stunning Diamond Bay and Hornby Lighthouse at Watsons Bay. We will then sweep through Rose Bay and past Mrs Macquarie's Chair before finally wrapping up at Circular Quay. * **Gratuity:** A $5 contribution is appreciated to help cover our Meetup subscription and group running costs. Carry Cash or ask for PayID. **Important - Please Read:** * **What to Bring:** Wear proper hiking shoes, bring **ample hydration (Minimum 1.5L of water- Refill available at stops), pack enough snacks/lunch,** sunscreen, hat, and weather protection\*\*.\*\* * **RSVP responsibly** – Treat it as a commitment; update or cancel 12–24 hrs before. * **Arrive early** – All route/gear info is in the description; hosts can’t field messages during the event. * **Stay together** – It's a volunteer-led community walk; keep the host in sight and let them know if you leave. * **Safety first** – **Your safety is your own responsibility**! You agree to follow host instructions, public-health orders and OZ Outdoors guidelines: [https://www.meetup.com/ozoutdoors](https://www.meetup.com/ozoutdoors) * **Get involved** – You're welcome to send the host feedback or let us know if you’d like to lead such walks. * **Connect with us on Instagram:** [https://instagram.com/ozoutdoors.syd](https://instagram.com/ozoutdoors.syd) * **LinkedIn (Manish):** [https://linkedin.com/in/manishpm/](https://linkedin.com/in/manishpm/)

Cowan to Berowra via Berowra Waters Hike