Now we’ve passed the winter solstice we can all look forward to longer days to fit in more riding. We’ve got a mixed bag of rides coming up, which means there’s something for everyone.
Deloraine Yulefest weekend – Saturday 24 – Sunday 25 June
The much-anticipated Deloraine weekend of riding is back this Saturday 24 and 25 June and features the mid-year Christmas dinner at The Empire Hotel.
The 56.6km loop from Deloraine to Westbury will take in Quamby Brook on the first leg then up through Reedy Marsh after leaving Exton and back into Deloraine.
RSVP for rides and the dinner via Make your own arrangements for weekend accommodation.
Kingston Creeks and Hills – Saturday 24 June
The Kingston Creeks and Hills ride is a great way to explore the trails, paths and quiet roads over a satisfying 19.5km loop.
Join ride leader Jack at 9.45am at the roundabout at John Street and Huon Highway, then head along the newly revamped Whitewater Creek path, through Huntingfield to the Peter Murrell Reserve trails and onto the roads through Howden and Blackmans Bay and back to Kingston.
Please RSVP in case of cancellation
Agrarian Kitchen to Lachlan – Sunday 25 June
The return ride from New Norfolk to Myrtle Falls on Sunday 25 June is a 22km return ride with some gorgeous scenery and delicious lunch on your return.
Meet ride leader David at 9.45am out the front of the Agrarian Kitchen, 11a The Avenue, for the 300 metre ascent on Lachlan Road, which has some gravel sections. The group will stop for morning tea at the falls before returning for lunch at the cafe.
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Ebike Coffee Cruise: Cadbury Loop – Thursday 6 July
The 29km Cadbury Loop on Thursday 6 July is a great ride to build confidence and understand the length and breadth of the Intercity Cycleway.
Join ride leader Di at 9.45am at the car park at the end of McVilly Drive to head out and back on the cycleway and ending with a coffee at Baked in Moonah.
Please RSVP in case of cancellation:
Blackmans Bay to Tinderbox Loop – Saturday 8 July
The 19km Blackmans Bay to Tinderbox Loop on Saturday 8 July takes in the spectacular coastal views and includes a stop at Tinderbox Beach.
Meet ride leader Jack at 9.45am at the car park near The Beach restaurant in Blackmans Bay to head out on sealed roads (with a short section of gravel) with a coffee stop at the end.
RSVP in case of cancellation:
Extended Tranmere Trundle – Sunday 9 July
The Extended Tranmere Trundle on Sunday 9 July is a 30km masterclass in using the eastern shore’s trails, paths and quiet roads.
Join ride leader David at 9.45am at the Simmons Park car park for the ride along the Foreshore Trail to Tranmere than back along roads and trails.
Bring morning tea for a stop at Pindos Park and the group will grab coffee and lunch at a café on the way back. Please RSVP in case of cancellation:
Howrah Men’s Shed Amble – Thursday 13 July
The Howarah Men’s Shed Amble is a short 7km ride on 13 July, suited for older people who’d like to go for a gentle ride.
Join ride leader Brian at the Howrah Men’s Shed at 9.45am to head out along the Foreshore Trail to Hurricanes Café for a coffee before returning to the shed.
A good chance to oil the chain on the old clunker in the shed and get moving in winter! RSVP via
Wednesday morning TBUG rides
- 28 June: Westbury–Selbourne–Quamby, meet 9.45am at the Franklin Street sportsground; 46km.
- 5 July: Cressy–Poatina, meet 9.45am at the Big Fish, Main Road, 50km.
- 12 July: Westbury–Exton, meet 9.45am at the sport ground at 21 Franklin Street. 42km.
Upcoming rides & events
Bicycle Network Tasmania accredits Social Ride Leaders and requires anyone interested in leading rides to be accredited. If you would like to be one of our Ride Leaders, please email our Rides Coordinator with your contact details and what sort of riding you are interested in and we’ll let you know when the next Ride Leader Skills Development Workshop is scheduled.
COVID-19 guidelines
Our social rides leaders follow a set of protocols to help make our rides safer:
- Meeting places for rides will have plenty of space for people to maintain 1.5 metre to 2 metre distancing while unloading bikes, listening to the briefing, and getting ready to ride.
- Riders are asked to register online or via phone so there is no paper being handed around on the day.
- People are asked not to attend rides if they have fever, cough, sore throat, fatigue, shortness of breath or runny nose or are in mandated isolation.