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Category Archives: Around Canberra

Gundaroo gravel

It is easy to ride to Gundaroo, but it is much more fun to travel by gravel

Posted byCyclingGravelSeptember 27, 2020January 7, 2022Posted inAround Canberra, Gravel CyclingTags:Majura Lane, Mulligans Flat Road, Murrumbateman Road, Tallagandra LaneLeave a comment on Gundaroo gravel

Tharwa to Burra

To southern reaches of the ACT and return via gravel.

Posted byCyclingGravelAugust 27, 2020January 18, 2022Posted inAround Canberra, Gravel CyclingTags:Burra Road, Googong Dam, Murrumbidgee River, Old Cooma Road, Western ForeshoresLeave a comment on Tharwa to Burra

Googong Dam circuit

Got half a day? Why not spend it on a local loop away from it all, but right on Canberra’s doorstep.

Posted byCyclingGravelJune 12, 2020January 13, 2022Posted inAround Canberra, Gravel CyclingTags:Bradleys Creek Walk, Drawdown Crossing, Gelignite Crossing, Googong, Googong Dam, Old Cooma Road, Queanbeyan River Fire Trail, Western Foreshores1 Comment on Googong Dam circuit

Murrumbidgee & Murrumbateman loop

Cycling to explore Murrumbateman wineries? Avoid the Barton highway altogether on gravel.

Posted byCyclingGravelMay 29, 2020March 8, 2022Posted inAround Canberra, Gravel CyclingTags:Cavan Road, Dog Trap Road, Fairlight Road, Glenrock Road, Mountain Creek Road, Mulligans Flat Road, Murrumbateman, Murrumbateman Road, Murrumbidgee River, Old Gundaroo Road, Tallagandra Lane, Uriarra RoadLeave a comment on Murrumbidgee & Murrumbateman loop

Piccadilly Circus & Pipeline Road loop

Riding Brindabella Road until the tarmac runs out is a popular roadie route. Those who turn around miss out on the best bits.

Posted byCyclingGravelMay 17, 2020March 8, 2022Posted inAround Canberra, Gravel CyclingTags:Bendora Road, Brindabella Road, Cotter Road, Mount Franklin Road, Paddys River Road, Piccadilly Circus, Pipeline Road4 Comments on Piccadilly Circus & Pipeline Road loop

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More usual gravel riding resumed.
Long Canyon on Burr Trail - if you keep going, plenty of gravel on offer.
So, for something a little different, the slightly gravel ride to the Hollywood sign. Worth it.
Cheese Factory Road. Although:
Gravel traffic jam
I never tire of this view. How good is Canberra? And how good is cycling off-road? Topped off by some @brazbecue - highly recommended!
Probably my best photo for #dirty130 today - sunrise, dust and bikes. Thanks to @wagga_gearsandbeers for a great event. Also kudos to @bridgeroadbrewers for the #freetime
Wiradjuri #gearsandbeers ride done. Nice warm up for #dirty130.
Yes, the gravel bikes are on this week’s #cotter #uriarra loop. #gearsandbeers ready!
Sometimes the road offers something special. Although in summer? Come on #canberra!
Rail trail holiday part 4: Gippsland Plains Rail Trail.
Rail trail holiday part 3: Murray to Mountains again. Trail, hops, and brews @brightbrewery
Rail trail holiday part 2: Murray to Mountains after the excellent @bridgeroadbrewers
Do yourself a favour: visit Tumbarumba Rail Trail.
Some sneaky gravel after the amazing Tumbarumba Rail Trail.
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