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Description
An on-road hilly ride with some steep downhills through the Royal National Park to Thirroul from where we join mostly coastal shared paths though Wollongong to Kiama and the train home.
The main features are two outstanding lookouts at Otford Tops and Bald Hill Lookout, riding across the Seacliffe Bridge and riding shared paths alongside the ocean from Thirroul to Kiama.
We will encounter recreational traffic on weekends through the Nat Park so riders must be comfortable riding with traffic near to us. Care must be taken on the twisting downhills from Waterfall and Bald Hill, particularly in wet conditions.
Along the shared paths we ride carefully and single file to avoid pedestrians and oncoming riders many of whom may be children
The route from Bald Hill, 16km into the ride, to the finish, is well serviced with cafes and toilets
There is an option to join the ride at Thirroul thus missing out most of the hills and doing the ride almost entirely on shared paths
The main features are two outstanding lookouts at Otford Tops and Bald Hill Lookout, riding across the Seacliffe Bridge and riding shared paths alongside the ocean from Thirroul to Kiama.
We will encounter recreational traffic on weekends through the Nat Park so riders must be comfortable riding with traffic near to us. Care must be taken on the twisting downhills from Waterfall and Bald Hill, particularly in wet conditions.
Along the shared paths we ride carefully and single file to avoid pedestrians and oncoming riders many of whom may be children
The route from Bald Hill, 16km into the ride, to the finish, is well serviced with cafes and toilets
There is an option to join the ride at Thirroul thus missing out most of the hills and doing the ride almost entirely on shared paths
Notes: Start ASAP after arrival of train from Martin Place 7:22, Central 7:29.'Finish at Minnamurra or Bombo if train due.
Pre-registration is required through the Bike North website link
| Ride Leader | Richard Kelly |
| Distance (km) | 89 |
| Pace | moderate approx. 19-22 kms/hr |
| Metres Climbed |  818.551 |
| RDI | 72.851039 |
| Grade | Medium Hard |
| REE | Calculate your REE |
| Explanations of Bike North grades, pace, RDI, REE | |
| Suitability | Self-sufficient Medium riders with a bike in well maintained condition who would like to step up to a longer distance and are comfortable riding with traffic |
| Features | A scenic on-road ride through the Royal Nat Park to Thirroul and then mostly scenic coastal shared paths to Kiama before catching the express train back |
| Coffee stop | Wollongong |
| 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.