Cycling Groups Melbourne

Saturday Night Surf & Turf 22 km social

We will meet at the main entrance at Luna Park St-Kilda. We will ride to Springvale RSL for only place that I know that has a meal offer on a Saturday night ! What a discovery. It's a short ride , you have to save yourself for the meal. As bookings are required , I will close acceptances on Wednesday 18th Nov at 7:00 pm Any type of bicycle will do as it is on roads and cycle paths. Bring water . Your bike needs to be in good order with l front + back lights and wet weather gear if the forecast is for rain. Ride route [Luna Park 2 Springvale RSL](https://ridewithgps.com/routes/57075758) ESSENTIAL ITEMS Functioning headlight & tail light Spare tube and a puncture kit MYKI card, ATM card/cash, basic tools, rain gear, food/snacks, etc WATER It's your responsibility to check the temperature and distance for the day and carry an appropriate amount of water. When riding outside suburbia remember that carrying too much water is better than not enough as the distances between water availability may vary greatly from the planned route due to road closures or other unforeseen circumstances. Check Meetup for any changes the day before the ride, as the ride may be cancelled in the event of extreme weather or other unforeseen circumstances. If you cannot make it to the ride please change your RSVP to 'NO' at least one day before the ride day. This ride is for MBTC club members, or those who have not yet done 3 days riding with us. To join our club check out [https://www.mbtc.org.au/membership](https://www.mbtc.org.au/membership) When I RSVP for this event/activity I acknowledge that the activity of bicycle riding can be dangerous and that I may suffer loss or injury or death and I agree that in consideration of my participation in any event conducted by the MBTC that I will absolve from liability the MBTC, its officers, and any event organiser from all claims, demands, or suits whether for personal injury or property loss suffered whether by negligence or breach of contract or otherwise, save for any right I may have pursuant to the Australian Consumer law. I acknowledge that photos may be taken of me during MBTC rides and social events, and that it is club practice that these photos will be published on Meetup, Facebook, and the club website. I will notify the ride leader and other riders if I wish to not be photographed. MBTC cannot guarantee that my photo will not be published and will promptly honour requests to be removed from MBTC controlled sites.

Bike hash #139 - The Great Vic Beer Ride

Join me for the hash version of the Great Vic Bike Ride. Starting and ending at the Victoria Hotel in Brunswick (less than 200m from Brunswick Station on the Upfield line) we'll have a taste of everything that's great and Victorian and involves beer and riding a bike. Meet at 12pm, departure 12:30pm sharp.

Tip to Tip ride

Menstrual Health Literacy Seminar

🌸 **Know your cycle. Know your body.** Join CyclEd for a relaxed afternoon of women’s health literacy over dinner in Prahran. Most of us were taught what a period is, but not what the rest of the menstrual cycle is doing. In this session we’ll walk through the full cycle in plain language and talk about: 🌸 What happens in each phase and the hormones behind it 🌸 How to read your body’s signals, including energy, mood and discharge 🌸 How food and movement can work with your cycle 🌸 What’s normal variation, and what’s worth checking with a doctor No prior knowledge needed. This is a welcoming space for anyone who menstruates, and questions are encouraged. 📅 **When:** Sunday 1 November, 1pm to approx. 4pm 📍 **Where:** Prahran Hotel 82 High St, Windsor VIC 3181 Private dining room 2 💸 **Cost:** Free to attend! 🍽 Come hungry! There will be time throughout the night to order food and drinks at the bar or via the QR code on the tables. Food and drinks are at your own cost. Spots are limited, so if you miss out this time, there will be another event. You can also reach us at [CyclEducation@gmail.com](mailto:CyclEducation@gmail.com). We can’t wait to see you there!

Catch up at the London

Daylight savings and warm evenings - what better excuse for a social get-together! The London Tavern is around 10 mins walk from Richmond Station and we will find a spot in the large undercover beer garden. Come along for some food, drinks and company... A chance to share some stories, catch up or to learn more about the club if you are thinking about joining. It's a 100 year old pub which is pretty cool, too. Wednesday night is Steak Night ($30). Menu is here: https://www.londontavernhotel.com/eat-drink

Nomads Friday Cycling - (almost) every Friday

Nillumbik Explorer & Dark Horse Cafe. Intermediate. Hilly. 47km, 50% unpaved.

**SCENIC, HILLY loop ride, starting and finishing in DIAMOND CREEK.** **47km. 750vm. 50% unsealed. Intermediate.** **A mix of sealed & unsealed quiet back-roads & trails, with a tiny bit of singletrack,** **a cafe for lunch, a lookout tower, & a brewery at the finish.** **Suitable for most geared bikes with appropriate tyres for mixed, undulating surfaces. Riders need to have some hill fitness and gravel experience.** **RIDE ROUTE HERE:** **https://ridewithgps.com/routes/57518175** **Please make sure you read & understand the route elevation profile & surface details - we will encounter more than a few short, steep, 10%+ inclines.** **TO GET TO START:** **Drive & park on the north side of DIAMOND CREEK train station, off Station Street, near McDonalds, around 9:00 am.** **Alternatively, catch the 7:59 AM Hurstbridge TRAIN from FLINDERS STREET, arriving 9:09 am.** **A bit of time for pre-ride refreshments at Maccas, before we:** **PEDAL-OFF at 9:30 AM.** **(If you miss the train, are running late, OR would like to shorten the ride by 8kms, you could catch the next train, & meet us on the Diamond Valley Trail in Hurstbridge at 10:00 am)** **From Hurstbridge, we climb on scenic back roads up to Smiths Gully, descend through some bushland Reserves, then continue on through to:** **LUNCH @** **Dark Horse Cafe in Watsons Creek:** **https://darkhorsecafe.com.au/index.html** **We will spend about 45 minutes here.** **ARVO:** **We climb again on hilly, quiet gravel roads & aqueduct trails to the Kangaroo Ground Memorial Lookout Tower, then on through Research to Diamond Creek for post-ride refreshments at:** **https://www.goldenhillsbrewery.com/** **Please bring a worthy bicycle, tools, spare tube, pump, water & snacks. 🙂** **This ride is for financial MBTC members, or those who have not yet done three single day rides with us.** **To join our club check out [https://www.mbtc.org.au/membership](https://www.mbtc.org.au/membership)** **WATER** **It's your responsibility to check the temperature and distance for the day and carry an appropriate amount of water. When riding outside suburbia remember that carrying too much water is better than not enough as the distances between water availability may vary greatly from the planned route due to road closures or other unforeseen circumstances.** **Check Meetup for any changes the day before the ride, as the ride may be cancelled in the event of extreme weather or other unforeseen circumstances.** **If you cannot make it to the ride please change your RSVP to 'NO' as soon as you know but no later than the day before ride day.** **When I RSVP for this event/activity, I acknowledge that the activity of bicycle riding can be dangerous and that I may suffer loss, injury, or death, and that I am responsible for my equipment and associated hazards. I agree that in consideration of my participation in any event conducted by the MBTC, I will absolve from liability the MBTC, its officers, and any event organiser from all claims, demands, or suits whether for personal injury or property loss suffered whether by negligence or breach of contract or otherwise, save for any right I may have pursuant to the Australian Consumer Law. I acknowledge that photos may be taken of me during MBTC rides and social events, and that it is club practice that these photos will be published on Meetup, Facebook, and the club website. I will notify the ride leader and other riders if I wish to not be photographed. MBTC cannot guarantee that my photo will not be published and will promptly honour requests to be removed from MBTC controlled sites.**

Motorcycle Ride: Warrandyte, Kinglake, St Andrews

Starting from Warrandyte, come out for a ride on the twisty roads to Kinglake for a coffee or brunch at the Songbird Cafe & Larder in Kinglake. https://maps.app.goo.gl/3nTwTpzLL1eQbyEu5 After the cafe, stop at the St Andrews Hotel. https://maps.app.goo.gl/juU1dtxYweaqecUs9 The ride finishes in Eltham where everyone will make their way home. https://maps.app.goo.gl/GKhFqFtUHqsWeX4B6 You can exit at any of the stops along the way but you must let me know at the stop. We ride at the speed limit and we give each other space and we all ride our own ride. Save the speed and adrenalin for the track. No rev bombing, wheelies or riding that attracts the wrong kind of attention. * All riders must have their own navigation. In case we get separated, meet at the next destination. * If all riders have Cardo Mesh intercoms, we'll use that * If some riders have Bluetooth headsets, we can connect using Discord. Please setup an account beforehand. If you don't have a bike, but have a nice car, feel free to join us at the destinations. The ride will be subject to weather conditions. The forecast for Sunday is currently looking good. **What to bring/check:** * Riding gear - all the gear, all the time * Charge your blue-tooth headsets * Phone mount for navigation * Check your tyre pressures **MEETING LOCATION** Coco Moon Cafe, 166 Yarra St, Warrandyte VIC 3113. https://maps.app.goo.gl/3wR9z4m2h7wxix1T8 **LIABILITY WAVER** The organiser of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury or accidents to participants or their property on this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. By joining this event you agree to these terms.

BattleKart Melbourne

Join me for a social night of BattleKart in West Footscray! BattleKart is electric go-karting with a twist: the track and game are projected onto the floor, so you're racing, dodging and collecting power-ups like you're inside a real-life video game. We'll meet outside the BattleKart Melbourne gates at 5:30pm, say hello, then head inside together for check-in and the safety briefing. Our session starts at 6:15pm and runs for about 15 minutes, with 3x BattleRace and 1x BattleColor rounds. Afterwards, anyone keen can grab an optional dinner nearby. This is a casual social meetup so we can play together. It isn't run by or affiliated with BattleKart, so please book your own ticket directly with them. A Meetup RSVP does not include a kart or entry. **Who this is for** * Anyone who likes go-karts, video games, or a bit of friendly chaos * Beginners welcome, no racing experience needed * Solo attendees are very welcome. Most people come on their own * BattleKart says riders must be at least 1.45m (4'9") tall **Links** * Meetup start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Lguw65Mh8kggaa278 * BattleKart Melbourne / Tickets: https://www.battlekart.com/en/melbourne-west-footscray * BattleKart BattleRace video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VnlIQgg6UbE **Timeline** * 5:30pm – Meet outside the BattleKart Melbourne gates and say hi * 5:40pm – Head inside for check-in (BattleKart asks everyone to arrive 30 minutes before the session for the safety briefing) * 6:15pm – Session starts * \~6:30pm – Session ends and meetup finishes * After – Optional dinner at a nearby place for anyone keen **Tickets / cost** * Please book your own ticket directly on the BattleKart website before the night. BattleKart doesn't take walk-ins. * Choose **Saturday 31 October** and the **6:15pm** timeslot. * It will show as a yellow "Partially booked slot with enough free places", with **3x BattleRace and 1x BattleColor** game modes already selected. That's our session, so pick that one. * BattleKart's website currently lists adult sessions from A$65. Please check the price shown when you book. * Sessions take a maximum of 10 players, so spots are limited. Book early to secure yours. **Transport** * BattleKart says there's free on-site parking. * By train, it's about an 8-minute walk from West Footscray Station. **Bring** * Your booking confirmation * Comfortable clothes you don't mind moving in (no scarves or loose, dangly items) * A hair tie if you have long hair * Money for dinner if you're joining afterwards **Expect** * Difficulty: Easy to pick up, no experience needed * Pace: A short, fast-paced 15-minute session * Vibe: Fun, playful and a little competitive * Group style: Relaxed and social, and nobody cares where you finish **Important notes** * BattleKart asks everyone to arrive 30 minutes early for the safety briefing. They note that if you're late they may not be able to offer another timeslot or a refund, so please be on time. * This meetup is run independently and isn't affiliated with or endorsed by BattleKart. Your booking, payment and any refunds are between you and BattleKart. * Please follow all venue rules and staff instructions. Take part within your own ability. You're joining at your own risk and are responsible for your own safety and wellbeing on the night. * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so numbers stay clear.

Run + Coffee : Long Run ~11km Yarra Trail, Southbank & finish at Kanteen

Join my "Long Easy Run" training run along the Yarra Trail. A lot of new members have listed "Running" as one of their activities, so here's a chance to get out for a run. The trail is very flat and scenic along the river and into Southbank and makes for a very enjoyable morning run. I'll be running at a slow-moderate pace between 6:25 and 5:50 minute/km depending on the terrain. Regular runners can maintain a conversation at this pace. This is a long run from my Garmin training program. 10 min warm up (target pace \~6:30 min/km) 50 min at 6:15 min/km target average pace 10 min cool down (target pace \~6:30 min/km) You can stay with the group or choose your own pace. The trail is easy to follow and we all meet at the end at Kanteen so you can choose to go much faster or take your time. Just let me know at the start what you plan to do. Regardless of pace, the aim is to arrive at Kanteen at around 10:30am. The map above is the running trail. * Start at the Richmond Boulie Carpark on the Yarra Trail. * Run along the Northern bank of the Yarra river * **Cross over at Ponyfish Island** to the South bank of the Yarra river * Run along the South bank heading East until you reach Kanteen We finish at Kanteen where you can grab a coffee, cold drink or snack. From Kanteen, it's a short walk back to the start. **What to bring:** * Running shoes! * Drink bottle & holder for running if you have one * Hat/cap/sunglasses/sunscreen if sunny * Change of clothes and extra water to leave in your car **MEETING LOCATION** Meet at the Richmond Boulie Carpark. There's a second carpark a little further down the road if the first carpark is full. https://maps.app.goo.gl/sfHu8d3Ea1G44wnp6 **LIABILITY WAVER** The organiser of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury or accidents to participants or their property on this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. By joining this event you agree to these terms.

Weekly walk after work (~5km)

G'Day walkers! Starting from 'NGV' we walk along the Tan track to MCG and Fitzroy Gardens. The pace will be moderate. The distance is around 5km. If audience is keen we drop by Brunette to grab a coffee on the way back. **By attending, you agree to match the pace and stay in sight of the group or be comfortable navigating your own way to the destination.** **What to bring:** * Water bottle * Appropriate clothing if it's windy or possibility of rain **MEETING LOCATION** NGV between the pools. **LIABILITY WAVER** The organiser of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury or accidents to participants or their property on this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. By joining this event you agree to these terms.

Try Dragon Boating – Saturday Come & Try (Beginner Friendly)

**🚣‍♀️Ever wanted to try dragon boating?** Join us for a beginner-friendly Saturday morning “Come & Try” session at Docklands—no experience needed. 👉 Just RSVP or message us and come along ⸻ **What to expect:** * Quick safety briefing + basic paddling tips * Join our crew for a real on-water training session * Friendly, supportive environment (perfect for beginners) * ☕ Optional coffee catch-up after ⸻ **What happens after?** If you enjoy it, you can: * Join our weekday trainings (Tues/Thurs evenings) in addition to Saturday sessions * Continue to paddle with us for 30 days free on the Dragon Pass ⸻ **What to bring:** * Comfortable clothes to exercise in * Water bottle * Sun protection * Change of clothes (you may get a little splash) 👉 We provide all equipment (paddle + life jacket) ⸻ Location: Community Hub at the Dock 912 Collin’s Street, Docklands (waterfront side) ⸻ **👊Come give it a go this Saturday!!** No experience needed—just turn up and try it. ⸻ **Can’t make Saturday?** We also train Tuesday & Thursday evenings at 6pm—just reach out and we’ll help you get started. **⸻** **Southern Storm Paddle Club** trains all year around in Docklands, weather permitting. (Rain is not an issue!) If you have any questions, please get in touch with us on Facebook, meetup or email on [southernstormpaddleclub@gmail.com](mailto:southernstormpaddleclub@gmail.com) Follow the team on Social Media @ [https://www.instagram.com/southernstormpc/ ](https://www.instagram.com/southernstormpc/)[https://www.facebook.com/southernstormpaddleclub/](https://www.facebook.com/southernstormpaddleclub/)