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Description
Travel via Mona Vale Rd and McCarrs Ck Rd past Church Point and Bayview, then through Newport and up over the Bilgola bends. After Avalon turn right for quiet roads with views over Whale Beach. Then if time permits, grab a quick coffee before the ferry leaves. Depart the Ferry at Ettalong and ride through to Woy Woy and West Gosford alongside Brisbane waters.
Climb the Central Coast Highway up to Kariong, then follow the Old Pacific Highway through Mooney Mooney and past Mt White before descending to the Hawkesbury and the last main climb up Brooklyn. After refuelling, a gentle roll back to Mt Colah and for those with fresh legs an optional descent and climb via Bobbin Head to Turramurra.
This ride is best tackled early to avoid the traffic and catch the sunrise over Whale beach which generally suited to the warmer months
Riders need to come prepared with two water bottles (particularly in warmer weather), tyre repair tools and food for a long ride with remote segments. The coffee stop may be towards the end of the ride at approx. 100Km - refer notes above
Notes: ABBREVIATED!Finish at Berowra Stn after 104km [+1,480M]. Train from there at hh:13 or hh:43 (22 mins to Turra). Or ride only 94km [+1,200M] by diverting unled 3.4km at Brooklyn to Hawkesbury River Stn (with new lifts!), trains at hh:53.Rail-bail option at Woy Woy after 49km. (Pls don't come if INTENDING that)!Standard Broken Pie route except:a) If timing tight for 9am Palmy ferry when we're at Avalon, we'll stay on Barrenjoey Rd, saving 2.5km [+58M].b) From Ettalong, we'll keep east of Woy Woy, using 3+km waterside path.c) We'll ride the SUPs from Woy Woy to West Gosford.Coffee at Ettalong, 9:35?, after 43km.Lunch at Mt White, 12:30?, after 80km (and 2 major climbs).Starting promptly at 7:00. First 24km, to Church Point, in one hour?!Leader might ride e-bike.Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35531199
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| Ride Leader | Richard Kelly |
| Distance (km) | 131 |
| Pace | moderate approx. 19-22 kms/hr |
| Metres Climbed |  1782.95 |
| RDI | 233.56645 |
| Grade | Hard |
| REE | Calculate your REE |
| Explanations of Bike North grades, pace, RDI, REE | |
| Suitability | For riders who want to extend their distance with longer climbs |
| Features | Back roads to Bayview, sunrise over Whale Beach, ferry across Broken Bay, Brisbane Waters view and longer climbs and descents on the Old Pacific Highway including a peaceful climb through Mooney Mooney |
| Coffee stop | Pie in the Sky with possibly a quick coffee before the ferry at Palm Beach |
| Expected duration | 8 hour(s) (estimate only - ride may be longer due to on the day factors) |
| For more information including ride map and profile, and any pre-registration options please check the Calendar Entry on the Bike North Website | |
Disclaimer
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 signing onto 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.