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Description
The ride travels from Epping via backstreets and cycle ways onto the Epping to Gore Hill cycleway, followed by backstreets on the lower North Shore through North Sydney for coffee by the harbour at Milson's Point.
Cross the bridge and through the City to head west via ANZAC bridge, Lillyfield, Five Dock and Concord before crossing the Parramamtta River for a gradual climb up to the finish.
This ride will be at a medium pace but with few regroups. The ride is mostly on roads with marked cycleroutes; some cyclepaths and some hills.
Riders should have confidence in handling a bike in some traffic , be familiar with gearing and climbing hills.
Notes: The return route will be modified to include many scenic tracks along the Parramatta River, adding approximately 4km to the ride. In the event of poor weather, the ride may be cancelled, please check the Bike North website.
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 Leader | Andrew Elliston |
| Distance (km) | 51 |
| Pace | moderate approx. 19-22 kms/hr |
| Metres Climbed |  598.807 |
| RDI | 30.539157 |
| Grade | Medium |
| REE | Calculate your REE |
| Explanations of Bike North grades, pace, RDI, REE | |
| Suitability | Riders looking to learn new routes to and from the city or those seeking an introduction to commuting and traffic skills on a medium paced ride |
| Features | Commute routes from NW Sydney to the city, Epping to Gore Hill cycleway and other inner city cycleways, Harbour and ANZAC bridges, vistas of the Harbour and Parramatta River. |
| Coffee stop | Usually at Milson's Point/Kirribilli |
| Expected duration | 4 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.