Cycling 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

Ride Leaders' meeting

For Bike Leichhardt RIDE LEADERS ONLY Meeting starts at 6.30pm in the EXECUTIVE MEETING ROOM at Wests Ashfield Liverpool Rd (aka Hume Hwy). This meeting will include the usual scheduling of Sunday rides for the next 3 months PLUS a brief summary of the recent Ride Leaders' and Participants' surveys. FYI. - Free undercover parking for cars and bikes. Walking distance to Ashfield station, also buses from city. 2 restaurants - order meals and you can have them in the EXECUTIVE MEETING ROOM upstairs on the floor above the restaurants while the meeting is in progress if you wish.

Four Bridges On the Parramatta River

We will ride over 4 major bridges on a trip along Parramatta River's north shore, crossing the Silverwater Bridge to return to Blackmore Oval via the southern shore The bridges are the Iron Cove Bridge, Gladesville Bridge, Silverwater Bridge and Bennelong Bridge. We will pause to reflect on the history of each bridge and at other points of interest along the way. The distance is approximately 40 km and with stops including a café, should take around 3½ hours. The route is undulating in places with some moderately steep but short grades. We will be mostly on off-road paths but some street riding is necessary where paths are not linked yet. Riders should have a bike in good mechanical order, carrying water and a spare tyre tube. Bike helmet essential.

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

Centennial Park family and friends ride

Visit to the Coal Loader in Waverton Meet

Meet at 8.45am at Holbeach Ave, Tempe, car park. Be aware of parking restrictions. 38kms return loop ride, with time to explore the old coal loader tunnels and have coffee. A few little hills. Bring a spare tube that fits your tyre, water and helmet. Text Natalie if you’d like to join us on 0413 315 696. Fyi - All St George BUG Rides can be found on the St George BUG website: https://www.stgeorgebug.org.au/calendar

BIKEast AGM & regular meeting - get involved!

Do you live in Sydney's eastern suburbs? Do you want safer, quieter, and more attractive streets, where people riding bicycles can get around safely and easily? BIKEast is the bicycle user group (BUG) representing people on bicycles in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney, stretching from South Head to La Perouse and west to the fringes of Sydney's CBD, Redfern, Green Square and Mascot. This area covers Woollahra, Waverley, Randwick and Bayside councils. We lobby local councils, the State Government, and the Transport agencies to provide better conditions for active travel. Our vision is for a high-quality, connected network of safe, convenient and visible bike routes accessed via bike-friendly (low speed) neighbourhood served by well-designed local bike routes. Attend a meeting if you want to get involved and help achieve this vision, or if you just want to find out who we are and what we do. Everyone is welcome and every little bit of support helps! ==================== August is our AGM Invitation to nominate All positions will be declared as vacated at commencement of the 2025 AGM. Nominees must be current financial members of BIKEast. Nominations may be lodged at the AGM - subject to a mover and seconder who are also current financial members of BIKEast. Positions are filled by Members voting or by acclamation if not contended. The positions that must always be filled are: 1\. President 2\. Vice President 3\. Secretary 4\. Treasurer; and 5\. Public Officer There are seven more allowable Office Bearers positions under the BIKEast Constitution; including Advocacy Coordinators for: 1\. City of Sydney Council & Centennial Parklands 2\. Randwick City Council & UNSW 3\. Bayside Council 4\. Waverley Council 5\. Woollahra Council 6\. Projects \(Cycling Without Age\, Safe Street Neighbourhoods\) 7\. Membership Secretary If a person that wishes to nominate cannot attend the meeting, please email a nomination or re-nomination and arrange for a mover and seconder for attendance on the day.

Pastry & Pedals: Kings Cross Mkt Loop

**Ride Details** Date: Saturday, 8th August Meet Time: 8:00 AM Start/End Point: Holbeach Avenue Carpark, Tempe Distance: Approximately 30 km (return) Target Pace: Moderate 20 km/h cruising speed We'll roll out from Tempe and navigate through Mascot to link up with the start of the Bourke Street Cycleway. From there, it's a seamless, mostly separated run all the way north through Waterloo, Redfern, and Surry Hills, dropping right down into Woolloomooloo. Once at the bay, we’ll tackle the brief but punchy climb up into Potts Point, arriving right at Fitzroy Gardens. We are parking the bikes by the El Alamein Fountain to explore the vibrant Kings Cross Saturday Market - famous for exceptional artisan baked treats, fresh pastries, and boutique sweet treats. Grab a coffee, score a top-tier pastry, and relax by the fountain for breakfast. Heading home, we’ll cruise through the heart of Kings Cross and cut up through the elegant but hilly backstreets of Paddington We’ll cross over into Moore Park to pick up the green infrastructure tracks, eventually filtering back onto the Bourke Street Cycleway for a familiar, clear run all the way south to the cars at Holbeach Avenue. **Essential** **Checklist** Helmet: Mandatory (standard Australian compliance). Spares: Bring a bike puncture repair kit, spare tube that fits your valves, and a mini-pump/CO2. Hydration & Weather: A full water bottle. While it's August, morning coastal breezes can be brisk, so a windproof layer is recommended. Payment: Card/cash for your market goodies. All communications regarding this ride will be handled on this MeetUp site. Check the comments section for any updates closer to the ride. Fyi - All St George BUG Rides can be found on the St George BUG website: https://www.stgeorgebug.org.au/calendar

🌿 Lane Cove NP - Riverside Walk & Fairyland Circuit Walk🦎 🍄 🦜 🦖🌼

⚠️ FOR YOUR SAFETY & ENJOYMENT, PLEASE READ DESCRIPTION BELOW FULLY BEFORE YOU CLICK ‘Attend’! ******************************************** 🗓 DATE: Sunday, 2 August 2026. ⏰ MEETING TIME: 9.50am. 🚊 MEETING POINT: Chatswood station - at the entry/exit after tap on/off, in front of BWS. 🚌 END POINT: Bus stop at Delhi Road or any bus stops along the way back to Chatswood, CBD etc. 🗺️ Please use Google maps, not Meetup maps! 🥾 DISTANCE: 14km circuit. 🥾 GRADE: Easy/mostly Moderate on a steady pace, not snail pace! 💪🏽 Reasonable fitness recommended due to uneven rocky surfaces, ups and downs hills, stair climbs, creek crossings, fallen trees, rock scramblings and a bit of bush bashing at few overgrown sections. 💪🏽Tracks expected to be wet, muddy and slippery in parts. 🚶‍♂️NOTE: Few get-out points along the way that you may leave at anytime.

📸 WHAT TO EXPECT:
🚶‍♂️This is a beauriful walk in Lane Cove National Park along Lane Cove Riverside and Fairyland tracks.
🚶From Chatswood station, we’ll start our exciting aadventure on a local roads towards the bushland and reserve. Then continue towards picturesque Lane Cove River.
🥪 After BYO lunch break at the picnic area, we’ll continue our adventure on a local roads towards Fairyland track.
🚌 You may opt out at the bus stop along the way on Delhi Road or continue the walk back to Chatswood station. ⚠️ 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 keeping up the pace 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. ✅ If you do not wish to be photographed (randomly or group photos), please DO NOT join this event. No worries! https://www.artslaw.com.au/information-sheet/street-photographers-rights/ ❎ Limited facilities on the trails, so please come well prepared. ❎ NO smoking of any kind on the walk including during photo stops and lunch break. ❎ NO pets including service dogs are permitted on my events. You may join pet friendly walking group instead. ✅ Please be mindful and respectful to members and guest/s from diverse background. This is not a dating event. ✅ 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 outfit for the weather preferably hiking gear. Jeans or cotton t-shirt may not be suitable for this walk. 🥾 Waterproof hiking boots or good grip walking shoes highly recommended. 💦 At least 1.8L of WATER, Hydralyte or sports energy drinks. 🥪 Snacks and packed LUNCH. ⛑ Basic First Aid kit. 🧢 Hat, sunscreen, insect repellent ie. Bushman or Aerogard and hand sanitiser. 🧥 Light raincoat or poncho ($2 from Kmart or Bunnings) just in case of wet weather. 🤩 Sense of fun and adventure. 📝 This is a great article for tips on preparation for Day Walk Skills & Gear. Bushwalk Skills 101: https://www.bushwalk.com/article/8398 💵 GRATUITY 💵 $5 CASH per person for this event to be collected at the start of the walk. ✅ Please bring correct change on the day to speed up the meet and greet. 📱Or PayID to my mobile: 0405038557. Ref: (your Meetup name) & Chatswood. ✅ Please get it done asap upon arrival and TEXT me receipt of payment. Easy! 🚊 Check Opal Trip Planner for public transport services, weekend trackwork etc. https://transportnsw.info/ 🚗 Carpark at the station or side streets. You may offer a lift from your closest station or any stations on the way. ⏰ Please leave home with plenty of travel time, and arrive promptly. 🏃‍♂️We DO NOT wait for latecomers. It’s RUDE and disrespectful for turning up late! ‼️ If you arrive after 10am and wish to join the group, $5 Meetup fee/gratuity + $10 penalty for your tardiness❗️ 📲 Any questions or anything else, please send me a TEXT message beforehand well before the starting time. ❗️Note that I DO NOT answer calls or text messages, updates on comments section on the day after meeting time. ✍️ I will update further information during mid week on weather forecast, train schedule from Central etc. So relax! 😉 🌿 Let’s explore and enjoy the great outdoors! 🌿 Norra 😎 📱0405038557 (TEXT & PayID only)

BEST $25 CHOCOLATE TOUR - Get $25 worth of Chocolates so REALLY it's a FREE TOUR

**Limited-Time-Offer:** Indulge in Our Scrumptious Chocolate Tour for just $25! - IT IS the BEST $25 CHOCOLATE TOUR (Previously $35) because you taste or take home $25 worth of Chocolates, so **REALLY it's like a FREE TOUR!** Prepay Now! **Discover Sydney's Only Chocolate Tasting Tour**: 7 delicious stops, 15 indulgent tastings, and heaps of free treats! Yes, it's real - plus, take home plenty of goodies. **Exclusive Extras!:** Just arrived, Swan Valley Chocolates! - Exquisite Melba Chocolates - Charley's Chocolate Factory & Yarra Valley's Chocolate Mill, best Belgian flavours. **Explore Sydney's** finest chocolate shops on an unforgettable day out, featuring smooth, flowing chocolate tastings from around the world. **What's Included:** 1\. A ***unique guided tour***—there’s nothing like this in Sydney! 2\. Chocolate tastings at 7 top chocolate shops\, featuring ***Belgian, Greek, Australian, German, French, Swiss, Italian***, and artisan chocolates. 3. ***Exclusive chocolates*** unique to Australia at brand-new venues 4\. Take home or taste over $25 worth of chocolates—***plus extra freebies!*** Yummy!! 5\. Discover the ***rich history*** behind each type of chocolate—learn about its origins, how it’s made, and the story of Australian chocolate. 6\. Visit a ***stunning, newly opened chocolate shop***—a sweet surprise awaits. 7. ***Perfect for special occasions:*** birthdays, anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, team-building events, or just because! Treat yourself and your loved ones to Sydney’s sweetest adventure. 8\. Savour more chocolate than $25 could ever buy\, ***thanks to our exclusive partnerships*.** **START TIME:** 1pm sharp! Please be 10 minutes early, meet others. 15 people limit. **MEETING POINT:** Outside Haigh's Chocolate Shop Entrance - QVB Town Hall End. **RAIN or SHINE:** Tour is never cancelled, we are mostly inside. **PRICE PRE PAY:** $25 **PAYMENT OPTION 1:** Account Name: events 4 singles. BSB: 112879 - Account Number: 499253356 **PAYMENT OPTION 2:** PAY ID to George Palasty 0435801602 **CONTACT:** George on 0435 801 602 call or text.

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.*

West Ryde - MONDAYS - Indoors - Bennelong Centre - Walk in - No Bookings

**JOIN US FOR A FUN MORNING OF INDOOR PICKLEBALL AT THE NEW $100 MILLION BENNELONG SPORTS CENTRE, WEST RYDE.** **ALL LEVELS INCLUDING BEGINNERS ARE WELCOME.** We have 12 INDOOR courts. **Please REGISTER AND PAY AT RECEPTION prior to entering the Pickleball courts area. Note: Cost is $10 for 3 hours.**