Castles in the Air
Thursday February 04, 2021, 07:30:00
RISK WARNING: 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 signing onto 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.
Summary : Scenic loop ride via Tower Reserve and the Parapet in Castlecrag, Harold Reid Reserve Middle Cove and Willis's Castle, returning through the tranquil Lane Cove River National Park.
This ride starts at 07:30:00 Lane Cove Plaza (corner Burns Bay & Longueville Roads)
NOTES: Missing route
| Ride Leader | |
|---|---|
| Trevor Nash | |
| Ph | 0419143395 |
| trevor.nash@optusnet.com.au | |
| Ride Grade Information | |
|---|---|
| Distance (km) | 32 |
| Pace | gentle approx. 15-17 kms/hr |
| Metres climbed |  599.95 |
| RDI | 19.1984 |
| Grade | Easy Medium |
| REE | Calculate your REE |
| Explanations of grades, pace, RDI, REE | |
| Further Information | |
|---|---|
| Suitability | For those looking for an easier ride with some hills. |
| Features | Enjoy scenic views of Middle Harbour from Tower and Harold Reid Reserves, Walter Burley Griffin architecture and Willis's Castle. Absorb the tranquillity of Lane Cove River National Park. |
| Coffee stop | Usually at Lane Cove Plaza at ride completion |
| Expected duration | 3.5 hour(s) (estimate only - ride may be longer due to on the day factors) |
| Future dates for this route | |
| Cue Sheet | |
| Google Map | |
| Profile (large) | |
Scenic loop ride via the Epping Road cycle path and Bicentennial Reserve to Castlecrag for distant views from Tower Reserve and samples of Walter Burley Griffin architecture from the Parapet. We then view upper reaches of Middle Harbour and Willis's Castle from Harold Reid Reserve Middle Cove. The route returns via the tranquillity of Lane Cove River National Park riding close to the river for the full length of the park and exiting by a quiet route to the Epping Road cycle Path. Mostly on quiet roads and cycle paths. Includes some short steep hills.
Keeping us COVID-safe:
- Pre-registration is compulsory
- Physical distancing of 1.5 metres must be maintained at all times
- Riders must not attend if sick, have cold or flu or flu-like symptoms, etc
- All riders are encouraged to bring hand sanitizer
- Registration for, and participation in, a Bike North activity includes consent for contact details from the ride log being provided for contact tracing purposes
- Riders must bring and wear a mask when NSW Health orders require (e.g. going into a coffee shop, toilets and on public transport & vehicular ferries).
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