Cycling in Melbourne Australia

Live near Kensington/Flemmington?

I'm new to town... new to the Australia for that matter. I'm looking to see if anyone would like to meet up near Kensington to ride say 30 or 40k. I've only been back at cycling for a short time and I'm tired of riding solo. I don't know anyone here really so it's been my only option. I generally average around 30kph solo... kind of hard to gauge it as part of my rides generally bring me through the city. Looking to make new friends and maybe get pushed a little harder too. If it's only 2 of us riding or 10... doesn't matter... Let's ride,

Jason

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Permalink Reply by ChrisS on November 2, 2009 at 11:09pm: Talk to this bloke. Or he maybe able forward on some local contacts for you; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Jason Westgate on November 3, 2009 at 7:15am: Thank you... enjoying the pics on his page so far.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Pete Roadie on November 3, 2009 at 8:28pm: Hi Jason, welcome to the land downunder!
As it happens, I live in Flemington, ride around 30-40k at a time, and only ride on the road (I'm well and truly over the bike paths / going off-road).
I'd be delighted to catch up and go for a ride. My fave place is Beach Road.
Having rediscovered riding again after 30 odd years, I am building my fitness to a level where I can eventually race. I've got some way to go, though, but importantly, I am enjoying the journey - immensely. That's most of the battle.
Send me your details in an email and I'll get in touch.
Cheers,
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Permalink Reply by Hielke on November 3, 2009 at 8:46pm: Hey Jason, welcome to Melbourne! I'm an import myself and I live in Kensington, across from the skate park / BMX track in JJ Holland Park. I am not that fast, but should be able to maintain 30kmh for a while. I just did the Around The Bay 210km ride and made it. Starting the end of November I have more time, but just email me and I can give you details. Cheers, Hielke; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Cory on November 4, 2009 at 9:24pm: And I'm on the other side of the park. And I ride s-l-o-w (most of the time). He he.

I have managed to find the time to do the monthly waffle run AKA Belgian Beer Cafe cycle club. Last Sat of the month. And yes, it's on a roadie and yes, I wear lycra. And as Pete says, Beach Rd is a nice ride.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Pete Roadie on November 4, 2009 at 11:02pm: How wonderful!
Already we have a small group in the vicinity.
I concur with Cory about the speed. It's not about going fast or slow. The main thing is getting with like-minded people and enjoying the experience, riding as a group.
I know the speed will come with time, especially as we become familiar with each other's riding style.
Email me your details guys, and we can get a plan together (oh, yeah, I love it when a plan comes together!).
Alternatively, perhaps we can organise a ride soon and meet up somewhere central. Kensington's fine with me.
Cheers,
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Permalink Reply by Jason Westgate on November 6, 2009 at 6:50am: Hielke, 210km? I don't think I've even driven that far in a day since living here... that's a distance to shoot for.

Hello Pete and Cory.. looks like we have to get something put together... I was also referred to a page of another guy in the Kensington vicinity. I'll contact him too.. we may be on to something here. Four of us so far.

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Permalink Reply by Nick M on December 14, 2009 at 9:48pm: Hi Jason, Pete & Cory,

Im also in flemington and looking for friends to go cycling with. have u guys gone yet? would love to join if possible. Hope to hear from you guys soon.

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Permalink Reply by Hielke on December 15, 2009 at 1:00am: Hey Nick, I rode once with Jason and Pete. Cory is hardcore triathlonning at the moment, alternating with pancake binging. I rode once more with Pete when Jason was overseas. Maybe we do a Thursday evening ride from 6.30 to 8 depending on the weather and who can make it.
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Permalink Reply by Cory on December 16, 2009 at 5:04am: Could be a goer for a Thu evening... (teething child pending...); ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Jason Westgate on December 16, 2009 at 5:32pm: Hi Nick, Pete, Cory and Heilke,

I tried posting on here with my iphone a couple of times but for some reason it doesn't go through...anyway.. I've been back from the states for over a week and a half now and all I did was eat while over there then continue the trend upon returning.. I haven't done anything but be a bum and work since coming back. I am super ready for a ride this weekend.. I would try tomorrow evening but I have a Christmas thing with work I have to go to.. Do we have a plan for this weekend?

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Permalink Reply by Nick M on December 16, 2009 at 6:58pm: Hi Jason,

A ride this weekend sounds great at this stage. Let me know the details if u go. Hopefully i dont get caught up doing something else.

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