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Meadowbank PVC Carlingford Parra M4 path
Bicentennial Park, Victoria Ave carpark, , AUSTRALIA
| RIDE NAME | DISCIPLINE | START TIME | DISTANCE | ROUTE | FIELD SIZE | PRICE |
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Description
At the path end in Carlingford, we U-turn and return. But, nearing the university, we continue ahead across the bridge, still aside the light rail. After following the path right towards Parramatta, we turn left at traffic lights and head south on Alfred St for 1+km. Under the M4, we turn left to join the M4 cycleway. This "cycleway with a roof" runs under then alongside the M4 motorway and provides a low stress route back to Homebush.
The route heads north through the back streets of Silverwater to cross Silverwater Bridge and reverse the route to the starting point. Coffee can be with minor deviation, either after 19km, east of Parramatta, or into Newington after 25km. The ride normally takes about 3 and a half hours at a steady pace.
Notes: Note: Special Start at Bicentennial Park, Victoria Ave carpark so as to go to Christmas event at Wentworth Park at end of ride. Cancelled if raining.
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Pre-registration is required through the Bike North website link
| Ride Leader | Geoff Young |
| Distance (km) | 39 |
| Pace | moderate approx. 19-22 kms/hr |
| Metres Climbed |  395.869 |
| RDI | 15.438891 |
| Grade | Medium |
| REE | Calculate your REE |
| Explanations of Bike North grades, pace, RDI, REE | |
| Suitability | Suits riders who prefer paths, but more experienced and fitter than beginner. |
| Features | Lots of paths throughout ride; river and park scenery; pleasant suburban settings. |
| Coffee stop | Café Red Stone, Newingto |
| Expected duration | 3.5 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.