Bike North

Epping Carlo, Parra Downhill, Meadowbank Train Retun


13/10/2023
Epping Station, East side, , AUSTRALIA
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Description


Starting from Epping - up the street from the western side of the station - head west to Carlingford using quite backstreets. At Carlingford join the shared path and ride 5.5km down hill to UWS exit.Drop down to the PVC and continue west to Parramatta Park , optional laps of the park. Coffee at the park or Parra CBD. Using George Street to leave Parramatta, link up with the light rail path back to UWS. Then join PVC shared path back to Meadowbank. End at Meadowbank station to catch the train back to Epping.

Notes: This mostly flat ride (mostly downhill from Carlo to Parramatta River), will be run at a steady pace. We will do a lap or two of Parramatta Park, before coffee at The Shed, Parramatta, and the ride will finish at Meadowbank, train back to Epping.Please note: This ride is a no-drop ride. No one will be left behind. Rides are more fun if we have someone to chat with.Consider riding your human powered bicycle. You will not need a motor to keep up on this ride. The pace of the ride will be closely monitored, so the group can stay together. The ride will not be run peloton style. If a gap opens, no stress, the sweep will be there to look after you, and we will regroup as necessary. You will be able enjoy your surrounds, and not spend your time looking at the wheel in front of you.

Pre-registration is required through the Bike North website link

Ride LeaderJohn Williams
Distance (km)27
Pacesteady
approx. 17-19 kms/hr
Metres Climbed no data
RDI0
GradeEasy [no data]
Explanations of Bike North grades, pace, RDI, REE
SuitabilityRiders confiden enough to manage light traffic on back streets and though Parramatta city area. Othwise on Shared paths for majority of the route. A good ride to learn group riding etiquette.
FeaturesEpping backstreets, Carlingford to Parra light rail path downhill, Parrmatta park,Riverfont path to Meadowbank. Train back the hill.
Coffee stopParramatta - Park or CBD
Expected duration3 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: 13/10/2023
Time:  09:00:00

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  Epping Station, East side, 
0409 324 317
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