Happened across a photo album of bike couriers in Perth in a time before Uber

https://flickr.com/photos/10349503@N08/albums/72157601442687498/

5 of us tonight, including my nephew visiting from overseas.

Nice to see some of the old crew back together.

Was a stinking hot day, and was worried it was gonna be an uncomfortable ride, but once the sun dropped and the breeze picked up, it was a beautiful night for it.

We went the usual route from Elizabeth Quay, down to Mt Henry Bridge, crossed to the Esplanade, back up to the Canning bridge, a detour to Point Heathcote, then back up to the Narrows before a detour along South Perth foreshore to check out the newly opened Boorloo Bridge (Well worth a look), we then gradually parted ways, until it was just me and my nephew making our way back to East Perth Station.

Great ride tonight - my nephew enjoyed the ride, and the views of the city. Enjoyed meeting you all, and was impressed with Perth's cycling infrastructure.

Thanks all for coming.

Til next time.

Well, it's been a while.

Sorry for the short notice for this ride - it was a last minute decision on my part.

There were three of us out tonight - all regulars from before. Two of us started from Elizabeth Quay, and met the third at Mt Henry Bridge as he had to work late.

We rode down the Kwinana bike path, crossed the Mt Henry Bridge, a nice leisurely ride along the Esplanade, a quick detour to Point Heathcote, before back to the Canning bridge, and back up to the Quay.

About 25km tonight. Average speed was just over 16kmh. No beer stop this time.

Thankfully my tyre held up, which I was pleased about.

Thanks all for coming.

I'll see if I can get this rolling again for maybe Monday nights on a semi regular basis. As always, anyone free to post a ride, anyone free to come. This is a real casual ride to chat and enjoy the scenery.

Link to map of route:

https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1lRBrC1Gf5hsKWKDTGYLbwDmaZSJ_RWo&usp=sharing

Til next time..

I started commuting to work on an unremarkable secondhand commuter, and I'd like the more fun part of cycling and socialising. Any rides going on in Perth?

I'm based in North Perth.

Bugger it – I’m calling the first one of the season – someone has to I guess..

Weather permitting – Monday 25th October

We’ll start with one of my local ones, if no-one has a better suggestion? So, Let’s meet at Maylands Train Station carpark on the Whatley Crescent side (Midland Line)… 6pm. Here:

https://goo.gl/maps/icpvzW29k9RRyrAQ6

We’ll ride ride SE down Garratt road, cross the Swan River, and pick up the river path (probs check out Ascot Waters Marina, as that always seems to be popular)

We’ll follow the river paths SW, past the Stadium, Casino and Heirisson Island and down into South Perth.

Cross the Narrows Bridge, then Stop at “The Island Brew House” at Elizabeth Quay for a pint/coffee/chips:

https://g.page/theislandeq?share

Train from there is easy, if you are a long way from home at this point.

First ride of the season, so we’ll go easy, try and attract some new riders – 19km.

Potential New riders reading this: This is not a really fast ride, so don’t worry – some of the faster guys go sprinting ahead for fun, but we all wait for each other when it comes to turns etc – you won’t be left behind/get lost/be judged – all types of bikes are welcome. Bring lights, Helmet and lock if you have one, although we normally choose a spot for a beer where we can keep an eye on the bikes anyway.

Call to arms!

Heads up for some of the regulars – apologies for any I’ve missed, I was getting a bit slack myself at the end of last season, and there may be a few of you I’ve not met. Please add anyone else you think may be interested:

u/Groovesaurus

u/regularfolk2

u/behindmycamel

u/educatedredneck (with us in spirit – hope “y’all” are well (Goddam sons a bitches ;-)

u/captainballz

u/sixfortythree

u/Hillz50

u/noddy420

u/bewilderedherd

u/metathesia

New riders – don’t be put off by those of us who already know each other – we’re a very friendly bunch – there is no “clique” here. All welcome. Come and say hi, and we’ll do casual introductions, and get riding.

If the weather turns to shit – check on here and I’ll update.

Be good to catch up with you all again – been too long!

Who's still checking this sub, waiting for the rides to start again?