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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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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 December 2023

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27November 27, 2023●(1 event)

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

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November 27, 2023

Meet at the car park of the FTG Library in time for a 9 am start. This ride is usually around 40 km in length with a coffee stop along the way.

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28November 28, 2023 29November 29, 2023 30November 30, 2023●(1 event)

Category: GeneralAlternate Thursday Ride - Mullum Mullum to Darebin Creek

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November 30, 2023

This ride will start at the Mullum Mullum Reserve at 10 am sharp, then proceed along the Main Yarra Trail to the Darebin Creek turnoff. We then ride up the Darebin Creek Trail for around 5 km to the Artiga Coffee Shop for lunch. The return ride will be along the same route.

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1December 1, 2023 2December 2, 2023 3December 3, 2023
4December 4, 2023●(1 event)

Category: GeneralMonday Morning Ride - start at FTG library car park at 9 am

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December 4, 2023

The ride starts near the toilet block near the FTG library at 9 am sharp. These rides are for experienced riders only. They may be up to 70 km or more in length, and all riders need to be able to maintain an average speed between 18 to 25 kph. Definitely not for beginners.

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5December 5, 2023 6December 6, 2023 7December 7, 2023●(1 event)

Category: GeneralAlternate Thursday Ride - Malvern East to Docklands - start at 10 am

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December 7, 2023

The ride will start near the RSL building in Basil Drive, Malvern East. We will then follow the Gardiners Creek and Yarra Trails into the city. Lunch will be at Docklands.

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8December 8, 2023 9December 9, 2023 10December 10, 2023●(1 event)

Category: GeneralTraditional Xmas Ride to Frankston - Waterways to Frankston- start at 10 am - NOW POSTPONED TO SUNDAY 10TH DEC

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December 10, 2023

This is our traditional ride from Waterways to Frankston and back. The ride will start near The Nest Cafe at Waterways, then follow an interesting assortment of trails to Frankston and back. We will stop in Frankston for lunch, before heading back to the start.

This ride was originally scheduled for Saturday, but has been delayed to Sunday because of predicted poor weather.

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11December 11, 2023●(1 event)

Category: GeneralMonday Morning Ride - start at FTG library car park at 9 am

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December 11, 2023

The ride starts near the toilet block near the FTG library at 9 am sharp. These rides are for experienced riders only. They may be up to 70 km or more in length, and all riders need to be able to maintain an average speed between 18 to 25 kph. Definitely not for beginners.

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12December 12, 2023 13December 13, 2023 14December 14, 2023●(1 event)

Category: GeneralSpecial Christmas Breakfast Ride - The Most Important Ride of the Year - Start at Woori Yallock at 8 am

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December 14, 2023

This ride is the most important ride of the year for many reasons. Not only is it our last ride for 2023, but it is also our first Breakfast Ride for the summer season. It is also the time to mark the end of Michael's reign as King, and also anoint his successor. Who will be the new King or Queen ????  You will have to come along and find out. The ride will start at Woori Yallock at 8 am, then proceed towards Lilydale, before we all meet at the Carriage Cafe for the celebration and coronation.

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