Postponed from last weekend due to the weather: A very scenic ride, with several loop options, in the pleasant farmlands of the Forth River valley.  All on sealed roads, suited to any bike type. A few hills, but there are easier options which hug the river available to choose on the day.                                                              

The full ride is a 32 km loop including a total of 600m ascent, via Wilmot, Paloona, Bellamy, Forthside, Forth, Braddons Lookout & Leith Roads.

Options

a) Turn around at Paloona bridge, or continue to the bottom of Geales Rd before turning, then return the same way;

b) extend a) by continuing beyond Forth along the river towards Leith, perhaps meeting up with the full route riders, then turning and returning to Forth;

c) Those not feeling like completing the full loop can shortcut down into Forth at the end of Forthside Road.

Map & Profile

When           11am - 2pm

Meet            Forth Recreation Ground, Mell Street.  map. Ready to ride at 11am.

Leader         Roger Nichols 0418 508 435

Lunch           Forth Recreation ground. Takeaways available from Forth shop.

Contact        Roger Nichols email

You can find more information about Bicycle Network Tasmania's Social Rides Program here, including an explanation of the ride descriptor codes.

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Bicycle Network Tasmania makes every effort to ensure our organised rides are safe, however participants are advised to ensure they have insurance against accidents. The best option is to become a member of Bicycle Network.  This ensures you have excellent year-round 24/7 cover against both Personal Injury and Third Party Personal/Property damage whilst riding your bike.  

Please note - if there are any riders under 16 years old, the adult with them will take primary responsibility for their safety on the ride.