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Description
We follow a clockwise loop through Hornsby, down and up Galston Gorge, breeze through Arcadia and descend to the ferry at Berowra Waters before climbing up to Cowan for a quick stop. We continue along the Old Pacific Highway down and across the Hawkesbury River and up the Mt White hill to a turn-around point before coming back down then up to Pie in the Sky for a well-earned coffee and pie. The undulations back along the highway are likely to be more challenging than usual, and then the Bobbin Head descent and climb will nicely finish off the ride.
The hill profiles can be seen at:
http://www.bikenorth.org.au/cycling/rides/hills_compared.pdf
This is a hard ride and is only suitable for fit riders. You will be experienced in riding fast downhill and then pacing yourself uphill. You will be comfortable riding in a tight group formation and experienced dealing with traffic on major roads. You will come self sufficient with two water bottles, several appropriate snacks, a minimum of two spare tubes and repair kit.
Notes: No Drop ride.We will regroup at the end of each hill climb. It is going to be hot and humid. Please bring 2 filled water bottle, spare tubes and workable pump. Reminder to bring plenty of snacks as coffee stop will be at PITS after 4 climbs.
Pre-registration is required through the Bike North website link
| Ride Leader | Chris Wong |
| Distance (km) | 105 |
| Pace | brisk approx. 22-25 kms/hr |
| Metres Climbed |  1654.68 |
| RDI | 173.7414 |
| Grade | Hard |
| REE | Calculate your REE |
| Explanations of Bike North grades, pace, RDI, REE | |
| Suitability | Those with experience that want to try their hand at a 100k ride with lots of hills |
| Features | Plenty of decents and plenty of climbs. Quiet backroads and a National park |
| Coffee stop | Usually at a suitable coffee shop on the route |
| Expected duration | 6 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.