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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 June 2023

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29May 29, 2023●(1 event)

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

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May 29, 2023

Join us for a morning ride, with a morning tea stop along the way. The ride is usually around 40 km in length

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30May 30, 2023 31May 31, 2023 1June 1, 2023●(1 event)

Category: GeneralAlternate Thursday Ride - Mystery Ride - Start at Mullum Mullum Reserve at 10 am

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June 1, 2023

Everyone loves a mystery and the mystery rides are a popular feature of the winter season. The ride will start at the familiar starring point at Mullum Mullum Reserve at 10 am. The destination is known only to the ride leader David Yates. He assures me that it will be special and the coffee stop will be a highlight.

Come along and be mystified.

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2June 2, 2023 3June 3, 2023 4June 4, 2023
5June 5, 2023●(1 event)

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

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June 5, 2023

Join us for a morning ride, with a morning tea stop along the way. The ride is usually around 40 km in length

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6June 6, 2023 7June 7, 2023 8June 8, 2023●(1 event)

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

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June 8, 2023

Meet at the old Woori Yallock Station car park in time for a start at 10 am. This week we will be riding towards Warburton, with lunch at the Gladysdale Bakehouse from 12 noon. If the weather is poor, the ride may be shortened accordingly.

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9June 9, 2023 10June 10, 2023●(1 event)

Category: GeneralSpecial Weekend Ride - Newport to Point Cook - start at Newport at 10 am

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June 10, 2023

Meet in the Strand Car Park in time for a 10 am start. The car park is near the old Newport Power Station and is right on the bike path. The ride will follow the bayside through Williamstown, Altona and on to Point Cook. After lunch we will follow a different route back to the start.

 

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11June 11, 2023
12June 12, 2023●(1 event)

Category: GeneralKings Birthday Royal Ride - led by Michael Slattery - start at Chelsea Centennial Park at 10 am

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June 12, 2023

Perhaps the most important ride of the year is the Annual Royal Ride. This is the opportunity for the reigning King or Queen to lead the peloton on a very special Mystery Ride. This year's Royal Ride will be held next Monday 12th June (only appropriate that the whole of Australia has a public holiday in honor of the event).
So Michael & Christine Slattery summon all their loyal subjects to gather at the Chelsea Centennial Park at 9.30 am for a start at 10 am.

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13June 13, 2023 14June 14, 2023 15June 15, 2023●(1 event)

Category: GeneralAlternate Thursday Ride - Stud Rd to Moorabbin Airport - start at Stud Rd at 10 am

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June 15, 2023

Start at the Stud Rd Indoor Stadium in time for a start at 10 am. The ride will follow a modified loop route to Moorabbin Airport and back again. The total distance will be around 47 km.

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16June 16, 2023 17June 17, 2023●(1 event)

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

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June 17, 2023

The ride starts at the Cardinia Cultural Centre at 9 am. It will follow an interesting collection of local bike trails, with a coffee stop along the way. The ride will be around 40 km in length.

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18June 18, 2023
19June 19, 2023●(1 event)

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

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June 19, 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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20June 20, 2023 21June 21, 2023 22June 22, 2023●(1 event)

Category: GeneralAlternate Thursday Ride - Mystery Ride - Start at Arkoonah Park, Beaconsfield at 10 am

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June 22, 2023

Another Thursday - another Mystery.  Gordon Logan will be the ride leader. The ride will start at Arkoonah Park in Beaconsfield at 10 am. There is plenty of parking there, also toilets. Be prepared to be mystified.

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23June 23, 2023 24June 24, 2023●(1 event)

Category: GeneralSenior's Free Travel Day - Non-cycling event- Sat 24th June

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June 24, 2023

This year's destination will be historic Kyneton. The plan is to utilise our free travel passes to enjoy a day on the train and exploring this lovely little town. One of the highlights is the 100 year old bakery - an absolute gem.

If you plan to join, you will need to let Dennis know by Tuesday 6th June.

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25June 25, 2023
26June 26, 2023●(1 event)

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

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June 26, 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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27June 27, 2023 28June 28, 2023 29June 29, 2023●(1 event)

Category: GeneralAlternate Thursday Ride - Stud Rd to Marriot Waters - start at 10 am

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June 29, 2023

Meet at the Stud Rd Indoor Stadium in time for a start at 10 am. The ride will follow a meandering route along many bike trails to Marriot Waters and back. Lunch will be at the Bite in Time Cafe.

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30June 30, 2023 1July 1, 2023 2July 2, 2023
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