Group Rides


These are the SWCC’s sanctioned group rides.

Most club rides have a designated ride leader, and if you are new, you are strongly encouraged to introduce yourself to the ride leader. The club allows up to 3 trial group rides before requiring new members to purchase a membership.

In choosing to ride with the SWCC, it is expected that you will adhere to the SWCC Ride Etiquette.


Saturday Morning Ride

Saturday rides leave from the Entertainment Centre.  Coffee at Dome Waterfront after.

Times:
– 6:00am (1st Nov – 31st March).
– 6:30am (1st April – 31st Oct).

Groups
– Grp 1 Ride av. ride speed          37km/hr        52km         Flat speed 40km/hr+
– Grp 2 Ride av. ride speed         35km/hr        52km         Flat speed 40km/hr
– Grp 3 Ride av.ride speed          32km/hr        52km         Flat speed 35-36km/hr
– Grp 4 Agreed group pace                                   47km 

Group 4 includes very experienced group riders and is also the starting point for new riders. The ride average is up to 28km/hr to guide new riders. Riders who have not ridden in a group before are required to start in group 4. In addition, they are requested to read the SWCC Ride Etiquette document and agree to adhere to it before riding in a club ride.

Public Holiday

Long Ride
Time: 6:30am
Location: BREC
Distance: 70-80km social pace

Check latest club email for up to date ride information

Tuesday

Group Ride
Time: 5:30am
Location: Hastie St car park

Groups:
Main
-Distance: 40km
-Pace: medium-> quick

HSH
-Duration: 1 Hour
-Pace: Social

Wednesday

Ironstone
Time: 5:00am
Location: Check Eaton Dogs Facebook page
Pace: Solid

Thursday

Eaton Dogs Ride
Time: 5.30 am
Location: Coffee Club Eaton Fair.
Pace: Solid

You can also meet group at truck bay Willinge Dr @ 5:35am

HSH
Time: 5.30am
Location: BREC
Distance: 30km
Pace: Group 4

Hollow Paceline
Time: 5:30
Location: The Hollow, Ocean       Drive
Distance: 48km

Friday

Recovery Ride
Time: 5:30am
Location:  Truck bay, Willinge Dr
Distance: 36km
Pace: Recovery

Sunday

Squirrels Ride
Time: 6.30am
Location: Willenge Truck Bay.
Distance: 60-80km
Pace: Group 4

Ride Leaders

South West Cycle Club has designated ride leaders for each sanctioned group ride.

The role of the ride leader is to support and welcome new riders and assist with adherence to the club’s endorsed SWCC Ride Etiquette and, therefore, the safety and enjoyment of all participating in SWCC rides.

The SWCC endorses measures designed to improve the safety of cyclists. The following article Daytime Rear Lighting for Cyclists, highlights the importance of using rear lights during the day and also has links that show video clips of lights being used in overcast and bright conditions. Also, see the following articles: Cycling Safety & Personal Values and How to deal with road rage.

The club also has endorsed Guidelines for Juniors taking part in SWCC Group Rides.

The club holds regular ride leader workshops to assist leaders in ironing out any rides issues and gaining consensus on course changes and ride guidelines. More volunteers are always needed to take on the role of ride leader; please speak to a committee member if you are interested in helping out. Ride leaders are recognised for their assistance with a free coffee if they lead a group on Saturdays.

Click here to access more information about the Ride Leader Role.

John Hanza

Ride Leader Coordinator

Ian Ferry

Ride Leader

Lowen Ferry

Ride Leader

Martin Hynes

Ride Leader

Glen Jolliffe

Ride Leader

Chris Howard

Ride Leader

Kevin Kealley

Ride Leader

Mike Ansell

Ride Leader

Garry Lawler

Ride Leader

Joe Moore

Ride Leader

Ian Jansen

Ride Leader

Paul Faloon

Ride Leader

Marten Howes

Ride Leader

Steven Roberts

Ride Leader

Dan Hall

Ride Leader