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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 May 2024

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29April 29, 2024●(1 event)

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

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April 29, 2024

Meet in the car park of the FTG library in time for a 9 am start. The ride can be up to 70 km with a coffee stop along the way. It is not a ride for beginners, as it may involve considerable road riding.

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30April 30, 2024 1May 1, 2024 2May 2, 2024●(1 event)

Category: GeneralStud Rd to Bentleigh - start at Stud Rd at 10 am

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May 2, 2024

Meet in the car park of the Dandenong Indoor stadium in time for a 10 am start. We will be following the bike paths to Bentleigh and back

More about Stud Rd to Bentleigh - start at Stud Rd at 10 am

3May 3, 2024 4May 4, 2024 5May 5, 2024
6May 6, 2024●(1 event)

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

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May 6, 2024

Meet in the car park of the FTG library in time for a 9 am start. The ride can be up to 70 km with a coffee stop along the way. It is not a ride for beginners, as it may involve considerable road riding.

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

7May 7, 2024 8May 8, 2024 9May 9, 2024●(1 event)

Category: GeneralSpecial Mystery Ride - Start at Sweeney Reserve Berwick at 10 am

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May 9, 2024

This ride will take the form of a very special MYSTERY RIDE, led by Good King Gordon and his partner Sue. The ride will start at Sweeney Reserve Berwick at 10 am. You should park in the car park next to the Soccer Pavilion. There is plenty of parking (and toilets) available. The ride will be around 55km in length with a new coffee shop as our special lunch location. The weather is looking great, so come along and be mystified.

More about Special Mystery Ride - Start at Sweeney Reserve Berwick at 10 am

10May 10, 2024 11May 11, 2024●(1 event)

Category: GeneralSpecial Ride - Merri/Darebin Creek Loop - start at Fairfield at 10 am

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May 11, 2024

Meet near the Polytechnic Institute in time for a 10 am start.  This ride was originally scheduled for Sunday, until someone pointed out that it was Mothers' Day !

More about Special Ride - Merri/Darebin Creek Loop - start at Fairfield at 10 am

12May 12, 2024
13May 13, 2024●(1 event)

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

N/A
May 13, 2024

Meet in the car park of the FTG library in time for a 9 am start. The ride can be up to 70 km with a coffee stop along the way. It is not a ride for beginners, as it may involve considerable road riding.

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

14May 14, 2024 15May 15, 2024 16May 16, 2024●(1 event)

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

N/A
May 16, 2024

Meet in the station car park in time for a 10 am start.

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

17May 17, 2024 18May 18, 2024●(1 event)

Category: GeneralEastern Suburbs Ride - start at Pakenham at 10 am

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May 18, 2024

Meet in the car park of the Cardinia Cultural Center in time for a 10 am start. The ride will be around 45 km with a morning tea stop along the way.

More about Eastern Suburbs Ride - start at Pakenham at 10 am

19May 19, 2024
20May 20, 2024●(1 event)

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

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May 20, 2024

Meet in the car park of the FTG library in time for a 9 am start. The ride can be up to 70 km with a coffee stop along the way. It is not a ride for beginners, as it may involve considerable road riding.

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

21May 21, 2024 22May 22, 2024 23May 23, 2024●(1 event)

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

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May 23, 2024

This week we will be exploring the Gardiners Creek and Anniversary Trails.

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24May 24, 2024 25May 25, 2024 26May 26, 2024
27May 27, 2024●(1 event)

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

N/A
May 27, 2024

Meet in the car park of the FTG library in time for a 9 am start. The ride can be up to 70 km with a coffee stop along the way. It is not a ride for beginners, as it may involve considerable road riding.

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

28May 28, 2024 29May 29, 2024 30May 30, 2024●(1 event)

Category: GeneralAlternate Thursday Ride - start at Jells Park at 10 am

N/A
May 30, 2024

Meet near the kiosk in time for a 10 am start.

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31May 31, 2024 1June 1, 2024 2June 2, 2024
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