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Bicycle Tasmania BIG RIDE

The Bicycle Tasmania BIG RIDE is on Sunday 9th November. There are two rides to choose from:

Both rides leave at 9am from the Margate Dru Point picnic grounds. Please arrive 30 minutes earlier to register and pay, obtain the instruction leaflet, and any other information. They also end at the picnic grounds where there will be food and drink provided as part of the entry fee (or free to BT members). There is a kiosk where food and drink can also be purchased.

The Around The Channel route is one of the best day rides in Tasmania, with stunning coastal and mountain views. It is slightly shorter and a bit hillier than the Bike Week Century Ride so offers a similar challenge for those wanting a full day out on their bikes. The entry fee will include a food and drink stops at Cygnet and Gordon. You can download the instruction leaflet (172KB) but it will also be provided at the start.

The Tinderbox Loop route provides a shorter option for those who do not fancy a 100km day. It is suitable for families though riders must be over 14 years old. Children in bike seats, trailers or on tandems and trailer bikes are very welcome. This route provides some great views over the Derwent, Storm Bay and NW Bay and although a shortish ride, it does include some real hills and the lovely Tinderbox Beach. The entry fee will include a food and drink stop at Tinderbox Beach. You can download the instruction leaflet (140KB) but it will also be provided at the start.

On both rides a Bicycle Tasmania member will ride as sweep/ last cyclist in case you need help. Both routes are fully signed and an instruction leaflet will be given out at the start. There will also be an emergency contact number in case you need help or don't finish the ride.

To obtain a discount you will need to register for either ride by filling in this form and pay online before the day by clicking one of the buttons:

             BIG RIDE 2008 prepaid single $20 ($25 if paid on the day)
             BIG RIDE 2008 prepaid family $40 ($50 or more if paid on the day)

Why not sign up as a Bicycle Tasmania member? If you register and pay for an individual or family Bicycle Tasmania membership you are not only able to participate in the BIG RIDE for free but your membership extends to December 2009. There are many more great benefits from joining Bicycle Tasmania, visit our website for details.

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