Bike North

Broken Pie


03/04/2021
Turramurra Station, East side, , AUSTRALIA
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Description


A scenic longer ride looping north with a ferry across cross Broken Bay.

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

This is a Bike North MEMBERS ONLY ride. Click HERE to join Bike North

Pre-registration is required through the Bike North website link

Ride LeaderRichard Kelly
Distance (km)131
Pacemoderate
approx. 19-22 kms/hr
Metres Climbed 1782.95
RDI233.56645
GradeHard
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SuitabilityFor riders who want to extend their distance with longer climbs
FeaturesBack 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 stopPie in the Sky with possibly a quick coffee before the ferry at Palm Beach
Expected duration8 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 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 Australian Road Rules.


WHEN & WHERE


Event date: 03/04/2021
Time:  07:00:00

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  Turramurra Station, East side, 
0428 640 975
  richardfkelly1@optusnet.com.au