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Author: Dennis Dawson

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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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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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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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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Day 30 – In Which Carol gets Caught in the Closet and we Lunch with the Troglodytes

September 26, 2015September 26, 2015 Dennis Dawson

The Ghostriders nearly leave a rider behind, locked in a toilet. We also explore the intriguing world of the Troglodytes.

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Upcoming Events

  • 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

Monthly Calendar

Events in October 2024

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30September 30, 2024●(1 event)

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

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September 30, 2024

Meet in the car park near the FTG library in time for a 9 am start. The ride can be between 40 to 60 km with a mixture of bike paths and road riding. Not for beginners.

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

1October 1, 2024 2October 2, 2024 3October 3, 2024●(1 event)

Category: GeneralAlternate Thursday Ride - Croydon to Pettys Orchard - start at 10 am

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October 3, 2024

Meet in Kirtain Drive, Croydon for a start at 10 am. The ride will proceed to Pettys Orchard and back

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4October 4, 2024●(1 event)

Category: GeneralGhostriders 2024 Epic Elbe Ride Finishes in Vienna

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October 4, 2024

The team arrives in Vienna, after riding along the Elbe, Vltava and Danube Rivers from Hamburg

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5October 5, 2024 6October 6, 2024
7October 7, 2024●(1 event)

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

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October 7, 2024

Meet in the car park near the FTG library in time for a 9 am start. The ride can be between 40 to 60 km with a mixture of bike paths and road riding. Not for beginners.

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

8October 8, 2024 9October 9, 2024 10October 10, 2024●(1 event)

Category: GeneralAlternate Thursday Ride - Stud Rd to Code 5 Cafe

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October 10, 2024

Meet in the car park of the Stud Rd Indoor Stadium in time for a 10 am start. The ride will follow a circuitous route to the Code 5 Cafe in Wheelers Hill and back again

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11October 11, 2024 12October 12, 2024 13October 13, 2024●(1 event)

Category: GeneralSpecial Ride - Kororoit Creek - Start in Altona at 10 am

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October 13, 2024

Meet in Altona at 10 am (exact place to be determined) and then ride the Kororoit Creek Trail

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14October 14, 2024●(1 event)

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

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October 14, 2024

Meet in the car park near the FTG library in time for a 9 am start. The ride can be between 40 to 60 km with a mixture of bike paths and road riding. Not for beginners.

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

15October 15, 2024 16October 16, 2024 17October 17, 2024●(1 event)

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

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October 17, 2024

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

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18October 18, 2024 19October 19, 2024●(1 event)

Category: GeneralEastern Suburbs Ride - start in Pakenham at 9 am

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October 19, 2024

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 all the riders are welcome to stay around for lunch at the Chimes Eatery by the lake.

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20October 20, 2024
21October 21, 2024●(1 event)

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

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October 21, 2024

Meet in the car park near the FTG library in time for a 9 am start. The ride can be between 40 to 60 km with a mixture of bike paths and road riding. Not for beginners.

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

22October 22, 2024 23October 23, 2024 24October 24, 2024●(1 event)

Category: GeneralAlternate Thursday Ride - Mullum Mullum to Artiga Cafe - start at 10 am

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October 24, 2024

Meet in Mullum Mullum Reserve in time for a 10 am start. The ride will follow the Mullum Mullum, Main Yarra and Darebin Trails to Artiga Cafe and back

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25October 25, 2024 26October 26, 2024 27October 27, 2024
28October 28, 2024●(1 event)

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

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October 28, 2024

Meet in the car park near the FTG library in time for a 9 am start. The ride can be between 40 to 60 km with a mixture of bike paths and road riding. Not for beginners.

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

29October 29, 2024 30October 30, 2024 31October 31, 2024●(1 event)

Category: GeneralFULL Warby Trail Ride - start at Seville at 9 am. Then ride the full trail (maybe)

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October 31, 2024

Once a year we should ride the full Warby Trail. The ride will start at the Seville car park (near the Carriage Cafe) at 9 am, then ride first to the Lilydale end , before turning back. You might like to stop at the Carriage Cafe for coffee before continuing the ride to Warburton. You can stop for lunch either in Warburton or Yarra Junction, before heading back to the start in Seville. The total length will be around 80km, but some will choose to shorten to whatever length they wish.

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