Coopernook Golden Gravel Social Ride - Sunday 27th April
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Hey hey riders!!
Calling all gravel lovers... Again!
The Manning Valley Cycle Club and Bourkes Bicycles are putting on another fun, social gravel ride on April 27th, around the Coopernook area, though this one is set to be a bit tougher!
Event page: HERE
Tickets: On Sale Soon.
Date: Sunday April 27th
Start Time:
LOOP THREE 75km- 7am sign on and riding from 8am.
LOOP ONE 34km & TWO 48km - 8am sign on and 9am start.
Location: Coopernook Hotel
Cost: $40 - tickets will go on sale next week...
Included:
- Three awesome loops to choose from!
- Free coffee for the sign on and start, till 9am. (pending conformation from the van)
- Commemorative patches, one for each loop.
- Free cold drink after the ride from the Hotel.
- Back up vehicle following along in case anyone has any issues.
- A chance to ride with mates, or meet new one, while exploring the stunning area around the Coopernook Escarpment.
Start Time:
LOOP THREE 75km- 7am sign on and riding from 8am.
LOOP ONE 34km & TWO 48km - 8am sign on and 9am start.
Location: Coopernook Hotel
Cost: $40 - tickets will go on sale next week...
Included:
- Three awesome loops to choose from!
- Free coffee for the sign on and start, till 9am. (pending conformation from the van)
- Commemorative patches, one for each loop.
- Free cold drink after the ride from the Hotel.
- Back up vehicle following along in case anyone has any issues.
- A chance to ride with mates, or meet new one, while exploring the stunning area around the Coopernook Escarpment.
This time round we have three loops to tackle with all of them starting and finishing at the Coopernook Hotel.
LOOP ONE: 8am sign on and 9am start.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48506275
34km with 650m climbing.
Riders on this loop will venture up into the Coopernook State forest to find their way to Vincent's Lookout before heading back down to the start point.
Be a little prepared as the last pinch up to the lookout is tough! You will considered a legend if you make it!!!
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48506275
34km with 650m climbing.
Riders on this loop will venture up into the Coopernook State forest to find their way to Vincent's Lookout before heading back down to the start point.
Be a little prepared as the last pinch up to the lookout is tough! You will considered a legend if you make it!!!
LOOP TWO: 8am sign on and 9am start.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48506282
48km with 1000m climbing.
This loop takes in both Vincents and Newbys lookouts before heading back to the pub for a cold well earned drink.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48506282
48km with 1000m climbing.
This loop takes in both Vincents and Newbys lookouts before heading back to the pub for a cold well earned drink.
LOOP THREE: 7am sign on and riding from 8am
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48506296
75km with 1700m climbing. Now we are talking!
This is the loop that will really test you, but it is also the most scenic. You will get to visit all three lookouts on offer, Vincents, Newbys and Flat Rock along with riding through Hannam Vale.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48506296
75km with 1700m climbing. Now we are talking!
This is the loop that will really test you, but it is also the most scenic. You will get to visit all three lookouts on offer, Vincents, Newbys and Flat Rock along with riding through Hannam Vale.
All riders need to be self sufficient with enough water, food and spares for the loop they have chosen.
Roll in at 7 or 8am (depending on the loop you chose) for sign-on and grab a coffee (to be confirmed) to fuel up for the ride. Then its time to ride at 8 or 9am sharp!
An AusCycling membership or any other riding insurance is all that is required, proof of membership will need to be provided on the day. A racing license isn't necessary. Just gotta be part of the cycling fam! So recreational or trial membership is fine.
Gravel bikes, mountain bikes, e-bikes, hybrids - you name it, bring it! As long as you are comfortable riding it, though we do recommend a minimum tyre width of 32c as some of the roads could be a little rough in places...
Loop links:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48506275
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48506282
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48506296
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48506275
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48506282
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48506296
Please note that there may be an issue with these links on some Apple devises. If you have trouble downloading the route, please let us know as we can send it out.
We can't wait to ride with you! The Manning Valley Cycle Club and Bourkes Bicycles.
Ride for the love of it...!!