Tasmanian Premier, Will Hodgman, rides into Cygnet prior to the first Tour de Cygnet cycling event in February last year

The first Tour de Cygnet attracted about 180 riders for two events – one a 17k family “dawdle” through beside Port Cygnet Bay and the other an “endurance” event of 38k.

With lessons learned from the first event, April’s will see a tougher endurance event, a family event just that little bit easier and an added special route deemed “child-safe” as it sticks mainly to a back road with little traffic. 

In keeping with the nature of Le Weekend @ Cygnet as a celebration of the area’s French heritage, Le Tour de Cygnet will not be a race but a joyful outing for cycle enthusiasts, family cyclists and those who bike occasionally for the fun of it. 

Everyone has a chance to win the prizes on offer – but it’ll help you win if your bike and outfit have a distinctly French flavour to them.   

The details of the 2017 Tour de Cygnet are unfolding so stay tuned. 

What is it: Le Tour de Cygnet - a family and social outing

Where is it: It starts in the Town Square (La Place), Cygnet

When is it: Sunday morning, April 9, 2017.

How to enter: Registrations on line – check details closer to the date. Limited registration on the day.

How much: Endurance: $30, Family: $20, Child-safe $15

Insurance: This event is fully insured by Cycling Australia

What do I need: A bike, a helmet, some water and a bit of puff 

For more information: http://www.leweekendcygnet.com 

Sponsors include Bike Ride 

STAY TUNED FOR MORE INFORMATION CLOSER TO THE EVENT