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Author: Dennis Dawson

2015 Renaissance Rides - Now Underway 

Days 46-49 In Which I have to have my Fingernails Surgically Removed from the Steering Wheel

October 13, 2015 Dennis Dawson

Driving in France certainly brings a range of challenges that are quite different to those faced in Australia.

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2015 Renaissance Rides - Now Underway 

Days 39-45 In Which we Travel Back in Time to 1222

October 10, 2015October 12, 2015 Dennis Dawson

Although the Ghostriders’ European rides have now been completed, I have had requests to provide an update on what we

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2015 Renaissance Rides - Now Underway 

Day 38 – In Which the riders of Group 2 Finally Cross the Finish Line

October 3, 2015October 3, 2015 Dennis Dawson

Both groups of riders have now completed the epic rides and are safely arrived at Le Crosic. This will be the final regular post for this blog.

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2015 Renaissance Rides - Now Underway 

Day 37 – In Which Nous Sommes ici a Le Croisic

October 2, 2015October 3, 2015 Dennis Dawson

The final day of riding takes the Ghostriders away from the Loire to the delightful coastal town of Le Croisic. Although I was still battling the effects of food poisoning, I somehow managed to complete the ride and cross the finish line.

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2015 Renaissance Rides - Now Underway 

Day 36 – In Which we Dine at La Cigalle and Ron’s Baguette Nearly Kills Me

October 2, 2015October 2, 2015 Dennis Dawson

The Ghostriders reach the mighty estuary of the Loire but Dennis succumbs to a toxic baguette.

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2015 Renaissance Rides - Now Underway 

Day 35 – In Which Two Lost Sheep are Found and Returned to the Fold

September 29, 2015September 29, 2015 Dennis Dawson

The Ghostriders are now on the last leg of their epic ride along the Loire and have now arrived at Nantes, the 6th largest city in France. It was very exciting to be reunited with David and Carol after Carol’s accident in Angers.

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2015 Renaissance Rides - Now Underway 

Day 34 – In Which Ron Really Gets a Belly Full

September 28, 2015September 28, 2015 Dennis Dawson

On the ride from Montjean to Champtoceaux we picnic on the side of the river and one member get particularly well fed.

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2015 Renaissance Rides - Now Underway 

Day 33 – In Which Sally Takes the Lead into Montjean

September 28, 2015September 28, 2015 Dennis Dawson

The Ghostriders leave the large town of Angers behind (along with one of their riders who is still in the Angers Hospital) and head for the lovely quiet hamlet of Montjean.

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2015 Renaissance Rides - Now Underway 

Day 32 – In Which I Get Angry in Angers

September 26, 2015 Dennis Dawson

Our free day in Angers turned out to be a little surprising (for all the wrong reasons)

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2015 Renaissance Rides - Now Underway 

Day 31 – In Which one of our Riders Barks at a Helpful Frenchwoman – and DISASTER STRIKES

September 26, 2015September 26, 2015 Dennis Dawson

On the longest day of the Loire ride things don’t go exactly to plan and, late in the day, an accident in a hotel shower results in an ambulance trip for one of our riders.

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Upcoming Events

  • May 4, 2026 – Monday Morning Ride - start at FTG library at 9 am

    Meet in the car park of the FTG library in time for a 9 am start. The ride may be between 40 to 50 km with considerable road riding.  Experienced riders only for this one.

  • May 7, 2026 – Alternate Thursday Ride - MYSTERY RIDE

    Special Mystery Ride - Details TBA

  • May 11, 2026 – Monday Morning Ride - start at FTG library at 9 am

    Meet in the car park of the FTG library in time for a 9 am start. The ride may be between 40 to 50 km with considerable road riding.  Experienced riders only for this one.

  • May 14, 2026 – Warby Trail Ride - start at Woori Yallock at 10 am

    Meet at the Woori Yallock car park in time for a 10 am start. This week we will be riding towards Lilydale, with lunch at the Carriage Cafe.

  • May 16, 2026 – Monthly Eastern Suburbs Ride - start at Pakenham at 9 am

    This is our monthly Eastern Suburbs ride, starting in the car park of the Cardinia Cultural Centre at 9 am. The rides are usually around 40 to 45 km in length with a morning tea stop along the way. After the ride everyone is invited to stop for lunch at the cafe by the lake.

Monthly Calendar

Events in October 2025

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29September 29, 2025●(1 event)

Category: GeneralMonday Morning Ride - start at FTG at 9 am

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September 29, 2025

Meet in the car park of the Ferntree Gully Library in time for a 9 am start. The ride is usually around 40 to 50 km in length and may involve riding on roads and bike paths.

More about Monday Morning Ride - start at FTG at 9 am

30September 30, 2025 1October 1, 2025 2October 2, 2025●(1 event)

Category: GeneralWarby Trail Ride - start at Woori Yallock at 10 am

N/A
October 2, 2025

Meet in the car park of the old Woori Yallock Railway Station for a 10 am start.

More about Warby Trail Ride - start at Woori Yallock at 10 am

3October 3, 2025 4October 4, 2025●(1 event)

Category: GeneralSpecial Weekend Ride - Kororoit Creek Trail - now cancelled

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October 4, 2025

The ride will start in Altona at 10am. This ride was put together by David Yates, but since he is now out of action, we will have to cancel it this time. Maybe next year ?

More about Special Weekend Ride - Kororoit Creek Trail - now cancelled

5October 5, 2025
6October 6, 2025●(1 event)

Category: GeneralMonday Morning Ride - start at FTG at 9 am

N/A
October 6, 2025

Meet in the car park of the Ferntree Gully Library in time for a 9 am start. The ride is usually around 40 to 50 km in length and may involve riding on roads and bike paths.

More about Monday Morning Ride - start at FTG at 9 am

7October 7, 2025 8October 8, 2025 9October 9, 2025●(1 event)

Category: GeneralSpecial Thursday Ride - start at Stud Rd at 10 am

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October 9, 2025

This week many of our regular riders will be absent while taking part in our Canberra Rides. Those that are left can meet for a ride starting at the Stud Rd Indoor Stadium at 10 am. The destination will be chosen by those present at the start.

More about Special Thursday Ride - start at Stud Rd at 10 am

10October 10, 2025 11October 11, 2025 12October 12, 2025
13October 13, 2025●(1 event)

Category: GeneralMonday Morning Ride - start at FTG at 9 am

N/A
October 13, 2025

Meet in the car park of the Ferntree Gully Library in time for a 9 am start. The ride is usually around 40 to 50 km in length and may involve riding on roads and bike paths.

More about Monday Morning Ride - start at FTG at 9 am

14October 14, 2025 15October 15, 2025 16October 16, 2025●(1 event)

Category: GeneralSpecial Thursday Ride starting at Jells Park at 10am

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October 16, 2025

This week many of our regular riders will be absent while taking part in our Canberra Rides. Those that are left can meet for a ride starting at the Jells Park at 10 am. Meet at the kiosk. The destination will be chosen by those present at the start.

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17October 17, 2025 18October 18, 2025●(1 event)

Category: GeneralMonthly Eastern Suburbs Ride = start in Pakenham at 9 am

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October 18, 2025

Meet in the car park of the Cardinia Cultural Centre in time for a 9 am start. The ride will be around 45 km with a morning tea stop along the way. After the ride you are invited to stay around for lunch in the cafe by the lake.

More about Monthly Eastern Suburbs Ride = start in Pakenham at 9 am

19October 19, 2025
20October 20, 2025●(1 event)

Category: GeneralMonday Morning Ride - start at FTG at 9 am

N/A
October 20, 2025

Meet in the car park of the Ferntree Gully Library in time for a 9 am start. The ride is usually around 40 to 50 km in length and may involve riding on roads and bike paths.

More about Monday Morning Ride - start at FTG at 9 am

21October 21, 2025 22October 22, 2025 23October 23, 2025●(1 event)

Category: GeneralSpecial Thursday Ride - start at Stud RD Indoor Stadium at 10 am

N/A
October 23, 2025

This week many of our regular riders will be absent while taking part in our Canberra Rides. Those that are left can meet for a ride starting at the Stud Rd Indoor Stadium at 10 am. The destination will be chosen by those present at the start.

More about Special Thursday Ride - start at Stud RD Indoor Stadium at 10 am

24October 24, 2025 25October 25, 2025 26October 26, 2025
27October 27, 2025●(1 event)

Category: GeneralMonday Morning Ride - start at FTG at 9 am

N/A
October 27, 2025

Meet in the car park of the Ferntree Gully Library in time for a 9 am start. The ride is usually around 40 to 50 km in length and may involve riding on roads and bike paths.

More about Monday Morning Ride - start at FTG at 9 am

28October 28, 2025 29October 29, 2025 30October 30, 2025●(1 event)

Category: GeneralWarby Trail Ride - start at Woori Yallock at 10 am

N/A
October 30, 2025

Meet in the car park of the old Woori Yallock Station in time for a 10 am start.

More about Warby Trail Ride - start at Woori Yallock at 10 am

31October 31, 2025 1November 1, 2025●(1 event)

Category: GeneralSpecial Ride - Fish Creek to Toora and back

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November 1, 2025

Start at Fish Creek Picnic Shelter at 10 am and ride the Great Southern Rail Trail to Toora and back. Lunch will be at Toora.

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2November 2, 2025
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