Electrifying Hobart travels from the energy exhibition

The Australian Electric Vehicle Association’s annual conference and exhibition is held in Hobart from Friday 1 November to Sunday 3 November, and our ride leaders will be organizing an e-bike ride from Pier 1 at Princess Wharf each day.

Noclofty Nitrembler – Sunday, October 27

The 26km Knocklofty Knitrambler ride on Sunday 27 October is a quick climb up the slopes followed by a gentler return along the inter-city cycle path.

Join ride leader David at the Cenotaph car park at 10am for a challenging route through West Hobart to Mount Stewart at 253 metres, then down through the Lena Valley and back along the river.

The route is suitable for experienced riders or people looking to improve their skills on gravel and steep slopes. For gravel paths, low-gear bikes or electric bikes and wide tires are recommended.

RSVP via https://ridewithgps.com/events/326604-knocklofty-kneetrembler.

E-Bike Coffee Cruise: View of Queens from Above – Friday, November 1st

The first of the two weeks’ e-bike rides is the monthly Queens View to the Top ride on Friday 1 November, which ends with the monthly coffee party in Hobart.

Meet ride leader Dee at No. 1 Princess Wharf forecourt at 10:15am to head around the quayside and into Queen’s Domain to explore the quiet roads and paths before returning along the new dedicated cycle path down Campbell Street to the total difficulty about 10 km.

Then coffee at the monthly Coffee, Chat and Cycles meeting for Bicycle Network members and supporters at the TMAG Cafe.

Please RSVP if canceled: https://ridewithgps.com/events/328613-e-bike-coffee-cruise-the-queen-s-view-to.

E-Bike Coffee Cruise: City and Cascade – Saturday, November 2nd.

The 9-mile City and Cascade e-bike ride on Saturday, November 2nd is an easy exploration of the city’s Creek Trail.

Meet ride leader Dee at 9:45am at Princess Berth 1 forecourt for the ride from Hobart en route to the famous Cascade Brewery and back. The route will take place along Collins Street, where testing of segregated cycle lanes will soon begin.

Join us for a cup of coffee afterwards. Please RSVP if canceled via https://ridewithgps.com/events/328611-e-bike-coffee-cruise-city-and-cascade.

E-Bike Coffee Cruise: Sandy Bay Scenic Roll – Sunday, November 3

The 20km Sandy Bay Scenic Roll on Sunday 3 November is a relaxed ride through historic Battery Point and along the River Derwent.

Meet ride leader Dee at 9:45am at the forecourt of Princess Berth 1 to head through the quiet streets to the painted lane on Sandy Bay Road at the Picnic Basket Cafe in Taroon for a coffee before returning.

Please RSVP for cancellations via https://ridewithgps.com/events/328612-e-bike-coffee-cruise-sandy-bay-scenic-ro.

Cambridge Park Loop – Sunday 10 November.

The 28km circular ride through Cambridge Park on Sunday 10 November will take place on quiet roads and paths overlooking the beach and airport.

Meet attraction leader David at 10am at the Cambridge car park closest to the Harvey Norman entrance for a ride on the roads through Acton Park, Lauderdale and Seven Mile Beach, and along the gravel path along Roches Beach.

After coffee in Cambridge city centre, please RSVP if canceled via https://ridewithgps.com/events/326603-the-cambridge-park-loop.

TBUG is coming

• Wednesday, October 30: Westbury to Selbourne, meet attraction manager Mick at 9:15am at Franklin Street Sports Ground, Westbury. 45 km, pace 20-25 km/h.
• Thursday, October 31: Routes around Launceston. Meet attraction leader Dee at the Park Street entrance to Queen’s Park at 5:45 p.m. 15 km, pace 13-15 km/h.
• Wednesday, November 6: Westbury Bev Lane Whitemore, meet race leader Mick at 9:15am at Franklin Street Sports Ground in Westbury, 40km, pace 20-25km/h.
• Thursday, November 7: Routes around Launceston. Meet attraction leader Dee at the Park Street entrance to Queen’s Park at 5:45 p.m. 15 km, pace 13-15 km/h.
• Wednesday, November 13: Beauty Point to Greens Beach, meet ride leader Mick at Beauty Point promenade at 9:15 am, 40 km, speed 20-25 km/h.
• Thursday, November 14: Routes around Launceston. Meet attraction leader Dee at the Park Street entrance to Queen’s Park at 5:45 p.m. 15 km, pace 13-5 km/h.

Upcoming attractions and events

Recommendations for combating COVID-19

Our social ride leaders follow a number of protocols to help make our rides safer:

• Ride meeting points will have enough space for people to maintain a distance of 1.5 to 2 meters when unloading bikes, listening to instructions and preparing for the ride.

• Passengers are asked to register online or by phone to avoid paperwork being handed out on the day.

People are asked not to visit attractions if they have a fever, cough, sore throat, fatigue, shortness of breath or runny nose, or are in mandatory isolation.

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