Author: Dennis Dawson

Setting Sail on the Magnifique II

Now Available – The 2026 Calendar

2026 Nevers Again – French Cycling Adventure – Applications Now Closed

2025 Kiwi Cycling Adventure – Now Complete

Christmas Ride 2024

Comprehensive Cycling Insurance now required

2024 Epic Elbe – Now Completed

New 2023 Riding Calendar – Now Ready

Welcome to a New Year of Cycling

The 2024 Epic Elbe Cycling Adventure – Now Completed

Events in December 2023

Setting Sail on the Magnifique II

Now Available – The 2026 Calendar

2026 Nevers Again – French Cycling Adventure – Applications Now Closed

2025 Kiwi Cycling Adventure – Now Complete

Christmas Ride 2024

Comprehensive Cycling Insurance now required

2024 Epic Elbe – Now Completed

New 2023 Riding Calendar – Now Ready

Welcome to a New Year of Cycling

The 2024 Epic Elbe Cycling Adventure – Now Completed

The Ghostriders

Monday Morning Ride - start at FTG at 9 am

Alternate Thursday Ride - Mullum Mullum to Darebin Creek

Monday Morning Ride - start at FTG library car park at 9 am

Alternate Thursday Ride - Malvern East to Docklands - start at 10 am

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

Monday Morning Ride - start at FTG library car park at 9 am

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

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

Category: GeneralAlternate Thursday Ride - Mullum Mullum to Darebin Creek

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

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

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

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

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

Monday Morning Ride - start at FTG at 9 am

Alternate Thursday Ride - Mullum Mullum to Darebin Creek

Monday Morning Ride - start at FTG library car park at 9 am

Alternate Thursday Ride - Malvern East to Docklands - start at 10 am

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

Monday Morning Ride - start at FTG library car park at 9 am

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

February 20, 2026February 20, 2026 Dennis Dawson

Some overseas adventures take a lot of planning and evolving. This one came about by accident. It started as an

News Rides

January 15, 2026January 31, 2026 Dennis Dawson

The brand new 2026 calendar is now complete and be ready for download. This is essential reference for all Ghostriders

News Overseas Upcoming Overseas Rides Upcoming Rides

August 1, 2025January 31, 2026 Dennis Dawson

The itineraries for both the main ride and the prologue ride have now been finalised. Since releasing these details just

News Overseas Past Overseas Rides

March 31, 2025March 31, 2025 Dennis Dawson

I am thrilled to say that our highly anticipated Kiwi Capers Cycling Adventure has now been successfully (and safely) completed.

News Special Club Rides

January 12, 2025January 12, 2025 Dennis Dawson

On December 12th 2024 we conducted our final ride for the year. This took the form of a breakfast ride

News Uncategorized

January 10, 2025January 10, 2025 Dennis Dawson

After much consideration, we have decided that anyone planning to take part in any of our rides must have comprehensive

Overseas Past Overseas Rides

August 11, 2024January 12, 2025 Dennis Dawson

After two years of planning and preparation, we can now report that our mammoth Epic Elbe Ride has now been

News Rides

January 19, 2023January 20, 2023 Dennis Dawson

All Ghostriders, families and friends are now invited to download our latest calendar. The 2023 calendar shows every scheduled ride

News Rides

January 2, 2023January 2, 2023 Dennis Dawson

After the past three challenging years, it will be good to finally get back to a “normal” year of cycling

Overseas Past Overseas Rides

August 23, 2022October 9, 2024 Dennis Dawson

This ride has now been successfully completed

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June 29, 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 60 km in length and may include significant on road riding. A morning tea stop is held along the way.
July 2, 2026 – Warby Trail Ride - Start at Woori Yallock at 10 am
Meet in the car park of the old Woori Yallock Station in order to start at 10 am sharp. All riders can choose how far they wish to go, before meeting for lunch from 12 noon
July 6, 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 60 km in length and may include significant on road riding. A morning tea stop is held along the way.
July 9, 2026 – Alternate Thursday Ride - Mystery Ride - Details to Follow
A feature of our rides at this time of the year are a series of designated Mystery Ride. They are a great opportunity to explore bike route outside our normal comfort zone
July 12, 2026 – Special Weekend Ride - South Rd to Frankston or Waterways
This is our annual ride from South Rd to either Waterways or Frankston, depending on how far you choose to ride. The ride will start at the war memorial "obelisk" near the end of South RD. Start at 10 am

4 Monday Morning Ride - start at FTG library car park at 9 am N/A 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. More

7 Alternate Thursday Ride - Malvern East to Docklands - start at 10 am N/A 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. More

10 Traditional Xmas Ride to Frankston - Waterways to Frankston- start at 10 am - NOW POSTPONED TO SUNDAY 10TH DEC N/A 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. More

11 Monday Morning Ride - start at FTG library car park at 9 am N/A 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. More

14 Special Christmas Breakfast Ride - The Most Important Ride of the Year - Start at Woori Yallock at 8 am N/A 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. More