Caveman II Adventure Ride: 9-10 July 2016
In preparation for some upcoming sportifs (e.g. Peaks Challenge Gold Coast) - and also because it's fun - a few of us are planning a 2-day adventure ride into the heart of the Blue Mountains
And we'd like to extend the invitation more broadly to our club mates
On Day 1 (Sat 9 July), we'll leave Marrickville early; then head westwards towards the mountains via the Great Western Highway. We'll then climb into the mountains via Old Bathurst Road - by all accounts, a sharp challenging climb - then continue the gradual ascent up the mountains, stopping for refreshments at one or more charming villages along the way (e.g. Springwood, Leura, Blackheath etc). At Mount Victoria, we'll then detour into Hartley Vale via the Darling Causeway, whereupon we'll tackle one of the hardest climbs in greater Sydney - the climb up to Hassans Walls Road - a brutal 2km at 11% average. We should arrive in Lithgow by early afternoon, following which those not staying overnight can catch a train back to Sydney
On Day 2 (Sun 10 July), we'll leave Lithgow early; then head southwards towards Jenolan Caves, where we'll stop for refreshments and photos. We'll then tackle the challenging climb out of the caves - regarded by many as the hardest climb in NSW - including a savage 3km stretch at 13% average. We'll then ride through delightful eucalyptus forest to Oberon for lunch; then through bucolic rolling pastures to Lake Lyell. We should arrive in Lithgow by late afternoon, following which we'll catch a train back to Sydney
Further details as follows:
Day 1: Saturday, 9 July 2016
Start: Marrickville (post office square) at 5:30am
Route: https://www.strava.com/routes/5402417
Distance: ~136km
Elevation gain: ~2,630m
Finish: Lithgow station (early afternoon)
Overnight (optional): Lithgow - Commercial Hotel
Day 2: Sunday, 10 July 2016
Start: Lithgow - Commercial Hotel
Route: https://www.strava.com/routes/5402429
Distance: ~150km
Elevation gain: ~3,045m
Finish: Lithgow station (late afternoon), followed by train back to Sydney
Notes: 1-day riders should bring 2 x spare tubes, pump/CO2, water, snacks + money for refreshments. 2-day riders should bring the same, and leave an overnight bag (with additional / change of clothes, toiletries etc) with Diana Mullineux (whose mum has kindly offered to provide support, drive up to Lithgow etc) before the ride. Please contact Neil Moxham (who's organising accommodation) ASAP if you are not currently on the list below and would like to participate in the 2-day option
List:
Paul M (2-day)
Neil M (2-day)
Diana M (2-day)
Renee H (2-day)
Ben S (2-day)
Emanuel DS (2-day)
Dave E (2-day)
Cameron A (2-day)
Peter B (1-day)
Phil D (1-day)
And we'd like to extend the invitation more broadly to our club mates
On Day 1 (Sat 9 July), we'll leave Marrickville early; then head westwards towards the mountains via the Great Western Highway. We'll then climb into the mountains via Old Bathurst Road - by all accounts, a sharp challenging climb - then continue the gradual ascent up the mountains, stopping for refreshments at one or more charming villages along the way (e.g. Springwood, Leura, Blackheath etc). At Mount Victoria, we'll then detour into Hartley Vale via the Darling Causeway, whereupon we'll tackle one of the hardest climbs in greater Sydney - the climb up to Hassans Walls Road - a brutal 2km at 11% average. We should arrive in Lithgow by early afternoon, following which those not staying overnight can catch a train back to Sydney
On Day 2 (Sun 10 July), we'll leave Lithgow early; then head southwards towards Jenolan Caves, where we'll stop for refreshments and photos. We'll then tackle the challenging climb out of the caves - regarded by many as the hardest climb in NSW - including a savage 3km stretch at 13% average. We'll then ride through delightful eucalyptus forest to Oberon for lunch; then through bucolic rolling pastures to Lake Lyell. We should arrive in Lithgow by late afternoon, following which we'll catch a train back to Sydney
Further details as follows:
Day 1: Saturday, 9 July 2016
Start: Marrickville (post office square) at 5:30am
Route: https://www.strava.com/routes/5402417
Distance: ~136km
Elevation gain: ~2,630m
Finish: Lithgow station (early afternoon)
Overnight (optional): Lithgow - Commercial Hotel
Day 2: Sunday, 10 July 2016
Start: Lithgow - Commercial Hotel
Route: https://www.strava.com/routes/5402429
Distance: ~150km
Elevation gain: ~3,045m
Finish: Lithgow station (late afternoon), followed by train back to Sydney
Notes: 1-day riders should bring 2 x spare tubes, pump/CO2, water, snacks + money for refreshments. 2-day riders should bring the same, and leave an overnight bag (with additional / change of clothes, toiletries etc) with Diana Mullineux (whose mum has kindly offered to provide support, drive up to Lithgow etc) before the ride. Please contact Neil Moxham (who's organising accommodation) ASAP if you are not currently on the list below and would like to participate in the 2-day option
List:
Paul M (2-day)
Neil M (2-day)
Diana M (2-day)
Renee H (2-day)
Ben S (2-day)
Emanuel DS (2-day)
Dave E (2-day)
Cameron A (2-day)
Peter B (1-day)
Phil D (1-day)
Last edited by p_mayson on 21 Jun 2016, 09:08, edited 5 times in total.
Paul M (2-day)
Neil M (2-day)
Diana M (2-day)
Diana M's mum - SUPPORT
Renee H (2-day)
Ben S (2-day)
Emanuel DS (2-day)
Dave E (2-day)
Cameron A (2-day)
Andrew M (2-day)
Dave B (2-day) - TBC
Peter B (1-day)
Phil D (1-day)
Tony (1-day)
Scott D (1-day)
Neil M (2-day)
Diana M (2-day)
Diana M's mum - SUPPORT
Renee H (2-day)
Ben S (2-day)
Emanuel DS (2-day)
Dave E (2-day)
Cameron A (2-day)
Andrew M (2-day)
Dave B (2-day) - TBC
Peter B (1-day)
Phil D (1-day)
Tony (1-day)
Scott D (1-day)
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Unfortunately I can't even make the one day. I forgot I'm rostered ride leader that weekend.
Have fun
Paul M (2-day)
Neil M (2-day)
Diana M (2-day)
Diana M's mum - SUPPORT
Renee H (2-day)
Ben S (2-day)
Emanuel DS (2-day)
Dave E (2-day)
Cameron A (2-day)
Andrew M (2-day)
Dave B (2-day) - TBC
Phil D (1-day)
Tony (1-day)
Scott D (1-day)
Have fun
Paul M (2-day)
Neil M (2-day)
Diana M (2-day)
Diana M's mum - SUPPORT
Renee H (2-day)
Ben S (2-day)
Emanuel DS (2-day)
Dave E (2-day)
Cameron A (2-day)
Andrew M (2-day)
Dave B (2-day) - TBC
Phil D (1-day)
Tony (1-day)
Scott D (1-day)
Hi everyone, below are the details for bag drop off. I'll no doubt be around outside some of those time as well so feel free to text me to make alternate arrangements. My number is 0415 183 522.
Address
111/141-143 McEvoy St, Alexandria. My building is called The Foundry and is near the corner with Fountain St.
Times
Mon 4 July - after 6:30pm
Wed 6 July - after 6:30pm
Fri 8 July - after 5pm
OR I work in the CBD so you could drop during the week at the office (30 Hickson Road) if that's easier.
Address
111/141-143 McEvoy St, Alexandria. My building is called The Foundry and is near the corner with Fountain St.
Times
Mon 4 July - after 6:30pm
Wed 6 July - after 6:30pm
Fri 8 July - after 5pm
OR I work in the CBD so you could drop during the week at the office (30 Hickson Road) if that's easier.
Paul M (2-day)
Neil M (2-day)
Diana M (2-day)
Diana M's mum - SUPPORT
Renee H (2-day)
Ben S (2-day)
Emanuel DS (2-day)
Dave E (2-day)
Cameron A (2-day)
Andrew M (2-day)
Dave B (2-day)
Phil D (1-day)
Tony (1-day)
Scott D (1-day)
David J (1-day)
Neil M (2-day)
Diana M (2-day)
Diana M's mum - SUPPORT
Renee H (2-day)
Ben S (2-day)
Emanuel DS (2-day)
Dave E (2-day)
Cameron A (2-day)
Andrew M (2-day)
Dave B (2-day)
Phil D (1-day)
Tony (1-day)
Scott D (1-day)
David J (1-day)
ok boys and girls there is a train back at 6.23pm however it only takes 5 bikes as its a country link train Cam has offered his car to take 5 people back i will get the train and make a booking for one bike spot, if there are 4 more that want me to book the train which is $40.00 including the ticket and your bike i need to know by 8pm tonight. also we only have enough room for 10 in total for the second day.
OR this is a big or if any one has a willing partner to drive up and take them home?
my number is 0412252827
OR this is a big or if any one has a willing partner to drive up and take them home?
my number is 0412252827
ok boys and girls there is a train back at 6.23pm however it only takes 5 bikes as its a country link train Cam has offered his car to take 5 people back i will get the train and make a booking for one bike spot, if there are 4 more that want me to book the train which is $40.00 including the ticket and your bike i need to know by 8pm tonight. also we only have enough room for 10 in total for the second day.
OR this is a big or if any one has a willing partner to drive up and take them home?
my number is 0412252827
OR this is a big or if any one has a willing partner to drive up and take them home?
my number is 0412252827
BTW there's a good Audax 200km ride down south on 1st August - https://www.audax.org.au/portal/index.p ... Itemid=101 - if this one gets washed out.
Have you checked what the go is with CountryLink and bikes?
It used to be *censored* ie they required you to box it
Website says this is still the case
If you are travelling with a bicycle, please arrive at least one hour before the scheduled departure time in order to disassemble and pack it into a bicycle box. You can ask at your station about obtaining a bicycle box or source one from a bicycle retailer.
http://www.nswtrainlink.info/your_journ ... el/luggage
Might only practically have room for 5 on the second day
Thinking of bailing.
It used to be *censored* ie they required you to box it
Website says this is still the case
If you are travelling with a bicycle, please arrive at least one hour before the scheduled departure time in order to disassemble and pack it into a bicycle box. You can ask at your station about obtaining a bicycle box or source one from a bicycle retailer.
http://www.nswtrainlink.info/your_journ ... el/luggage
Might only practically have room for 5 on the second day
Thinking of bailing.
And trackwork
http://www.sydneytrains.info/service_up ... 2128FCDDD6
Saturday 9 July 2.00am to Monday 11 July 2.00am
Buses replace trains between Penrith and Central.
Trains from Penrith to Blue Mountains Line stations leave 40 minutes later than normal. Trains from Blue Mountains Line stations to Penrith run to the normal timetable.
Buses also replace T1 Western Line trains between St Marys, Richmond and Granville.
Trains between Bathurst and Central run up to 25 minutes later than the normal timetable.
If you are travelling to Lithgow to connect with NSW TrainLink Regional Coaches, please call 132 232 to confirm departure times.
Public transport back does not seem practical.
http://www.sydneytrains.info/service_up ... 2128FCDDD6
Saturday 9 July 2.00am to Monday 11 July 2.00am
Buses replace trains between Penrith and Central.
Trains from Penrith to Blue Mountains Line stations leave 40 minutes later than normal. Trains from Blue Mountains Line stations to Penrith run to the normal timetable.
Buses also replace T1 Western Line trains between St Marys, Richmond and Granville.
Trains between Bathurst and Central run up to 25 minutes later than the normal timetable.
If you are travelling to Lithgow to connect with NSW TrainLink Regional Coaches, please call 132 232 to confirm departure times.
Public transport back does not seem practical.
Hi All,
I will be driving to Lithgow on Saturday fairly early in the morning and staying overnight so I can ferry bags up there and back.
My mobile is 0421961619, call me to arrange a time to drop your things off if you would like them there for Saturday night. Neil will also be driving up so you can leave things with him too if needed.
I will be home in Marrickville every night this week.
Cheers,
Dave
I will be driving to Lithgow on Saturday fairly early in the morning and staying overnight so I can ferry bags up there and back.
My mobile is 0421961619, call me to arrange a time to drop your things off if you would like them there for Saturday night. Neil will also be driving up so you can leave things with him too if needed.
I will be home in Marrickville every night this week.
Cheers,
Dave
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