This fortnight I am pleased to be able to share some sensational rides. Please take a look, I am sure you will find a couple you really need to attend. I’ve included some interesting tech from Eurobike which is worth a look. Will it become mainstream one day?
I’ve resisted making any comments about le Tour although inexplicably I am weary again much the same as every July. I should possibly see someone about that. Ruth Brown shares her account of the Goat Track Gambol, and I take a peek at what went on up on the tablelands. There is a some random light reading as well. Enjoy.
Vacancy
The Queensland Treasurer is going on leave next year and we need a caretaker while he is away. Anyone interested please contact Brian Hornby (0418 711 417) or Kym Raffelt (0431 471 839).
News
National President Garry Wall sent around some information regarding the extensive work the National Committee have been focused on in a recent workshop. Essentially this is the very mundane and yet vitally important stuff that enables us to ride as we do.
If you’ve not seen it in your inbox yet, you’ll find it here.
I wanted to share news of charges laid following the death of a cyclist six years ago. The reason is to recognise the work of Queensland police who have after 6 years made a case against the motorist who will be facing the courts. We may sometimes have doubts about enforcement, so its worthwhile I think to show the very good work our Police are capable of.
Light Reading
A poignant tale of an Italian love affair, sadly ended long ago, and the joy of finally being reunited following a search reaching across the decades. Your heart will soar at the triumph over age and infirmity as the relationship sparks anew.
It’s a story that anyone who has truly loved and lost a bicycle will relate to.
Tech
CeramicSpeed Driven: The most efficient road bike drivetrain
The CeramicSpeed Driven drivetrain has the potential to revolutionise the racing world. The innovative concept from the Danish brand gets rid of the front mech, the rear derailleur and the chain.
Read on to find out what this is all about.
Hydraulic 1x drivetrain?
The Rotor 1×13 is the world’s first hydraulic drivetrain with a 13-speed cassette. Thanks to its modular design it promises to be an excellent option for all roadies, crossers and gravel riders.
Ride Reports
Ruth Brown gives an account of her experience on the Goat Track Gambol and despite burning brakes, close passes, rain and other tribulations concludes: “This is definitely one to have on your list”.
Meanwhile, in the far north of Queensland, a contingent gathered high on the tablelands. They faced wild weather and so not everyone made it to the start line. Those who piked didn’t know what they missed as a result. Preliminary information is below with a full report to follow.
Upcoming Rides
A veritable embarrassment of choices for rides forthcoming. I’m going to call out the Rathdowney Rumble, which in addition to being an excellent day out, also supports Smiling for Smiddy. So you can have a good time and do good at the same time.
There are also rides in Innisfail, around the Northern Rivers and the BVRT, so a little bit of something for everyone.
Click on the ride name for online registration.
The Cheap 3 Peaks Challenge. (2018)The Cheap 3 Peaks Challenge, is a spectacular ride taking in scenic climbs north of the river. Mt Mee, Mt Glorious and Mt Coot-tha. With plenty of hills in between. A tough ride, unsupported with a 2 peak 200 km or 3 peak 300 km challenge. Please check the Audax Lighting Rules and the Reflective Garment Guidelines.
Start Location37 Yathong Court Arana Hills ContactAndrew Bragg Ph: 0434284532 Email: andrewbragg1@yahoo.com Ride Date: 14-Jul-2018 6:00 am |
Brisbane Valley Rail Trail 70 (2018)Stage two of the BVRT Dirt series sees us travel out to Esk through Coominya and around Mt Hallen and return. More great scenery then you can poke a camera at! Please note: The map is only one way as this is an out and back ride along the same course. Please check the Audax Lighting Rules and the Reflective Garment Guidelines.
Start LocationLowood Bakery, Main st Lowood. https://ridewithgps.com/trips/24901443 ContactSimon Faber Ph: 0448887839 Email: sasfaber@bigpond.net.au Ride Date: 15-Jul-2018 7:00 am |
Freedom Ride 400 (2018)A scenic ride including Peachester, Kilcoy, Peak Crossing, Yamanto returning to Ferny Hils Please check the Audax Lighting Rules and the Reflective Garment Guidelines.
Start LocationFerny Hills ContactBrian Hornby Ph: +61418711417 Email: brianhornby19@gmail.com Ride Date: 21-Jul-2018 6:00 am |
Rathdowney Rumble (2018)Bring a camera as going through beautiful countryside of Rathdowney (coffeee) -Woodenbong-Tooloom Lookout- Urbanville ) -Woodenbong-small loop around base of Mt Barney finishing at Rathdowney (food) Please check the Audax Lighting Rules and the Reflective Garment Guidelines.
Start LocationRathdowney ContactRogerHawley Ph: 0473594699 Email: r.hawley@outlook.com.au Ride Date: 29-Jul-2018 6:30 am |
6 Bumps & 1 Hill (2018)Ride around the Gold Coast hinterland and northern NSW. Currumbin Creek – Tweed Heads – Bilambil – Chillingham – Tyalgum – Uki – Stokers Siding – Mooball – Wooyung – Cabarita Beach – Murwillumbah – Tomewin – Currumbin Creek Please check the Audax Lighting Rules and the Reflective Garment Guidelines.
Start LocationCurrumbin ContactVaughan Kippers Ph: 0733766761 Email: vaughankippers@bigpond.com Ride Date: 04-Aug-2018 7:00 am |
River Loop August (2018)A social ride followed by a coffee somewhere interesting on Montague Rd Please check the Audax Lighting Rules and the Reflective Garment Guidelines.
Start LocationToowong ContactBrian Hornby Ph: +61418711417 Email: Brianhornby19@gmail.com Ride Date: 07-Aug-2018 5:30 am |
Innisfail 200k ‘Oh No, we’ve got to go round it’ (2018)Starting in Tropical FNQ this ride will travel anticlockwise around Qld. highest two mountains Bartle Frere and Bellenden Ker including Gillies Highway climb, southern tablelands before descending the Palmerston Highway and back to Innisfail. Please check the Audax Lighting Rules and the Reflective Garment Guidelines.
Start LocationInnisfail Far North Queensland ContactSean Mc Guinness Ph: 0429068496 Email: seanmary1@iprimus.com.au Ride Date: 12-Aug-2018 6:30 am |
Innisfail 100k ‘The Boulders and the Beautiful’ (2018)This ride will start in Innisfail and will travel North to Eubenangee Swamp, Mirriwinni and the sugar town of Babinda. Enjoy FNQ popular swimming spot at the Boulders. Extra Kudos goes for the cyclist who bring a towel and have a dip. Track back towards Babinda for first control point and onto Mirriwinni and to the beautiful Bramston Beach for the second control point where you can admire the view to the islands or have a coffee in a really nice sleepy café before heading back to Innisfail for some well-deserved lunch or a refreshing ale. Please check the Audax Lighting Rules and the Reflective Garment Guidelines.
Start LocationInnisfail Far North Queensland ContactSean Mc Guinness Ph: 0429068496 Email: seanmary1@iprimus.com.au Ride Date: 12-Aug-2018 6:40 am |
Brisbane Valley Rail Trail 35 (2018)The final in the BVRT Dirt series is a one way trip from Yarraman to Linville. With a 20 km downhill it’s a nice way to end the series with a cold beer at the famous Linville Hotel to finish. Please check the Audax Lighting Rules and the Reflective Garment Guidelines.
Start LocationYarraman ContactSimon Faber Ph: 0448887839 Email: sasfaber@bigpond.net.au Ride Date: 12-Aug-2018 11:00 am |