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Fed Square to Ruffey Lake Park (55 km loop) - Mostly paths. Some hills.
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Fed Square to Ruffey Lake Park (55 km loop) - Mostly paths. Some hills.

Hosted by Melbourne Cycling

Tuesday 10 November 2026, 10:00Venue time (Melbourne)
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Here's a fun ride we did last May so how about repeating it and clockwise this time. (ie Lunch will be before we get to Ruffey Lake ).
Let's do it again on Tuesday on a warm and sunny day.

Ride: A loop from the Melissa Cakes Cafe in Templestowe for lunch (or bring it) and a visit to Ruffey Lake Park before returning to town via Koonung Trail. This ride does include some hills so not suitable for beginners, thanks.

Forecast: 27°C. Partly cloudy. Winds north to northeasterly 15 to 25 km/h turning west to northwesterly 15 to 20 km/h later.
https://reg.bom.gov.au/places/vic/templestowe/forecast/detailed/d2026-11-10

Distance:
Approx 55 km.
Mostly sealed. Some compacted gravel paths that are okay for road bikes, gravel bikes, e-bikes, etc. Has some ups and downs (See profile in the map link below)

Speed:
22-25 kmh (not too slow) typical speeds on any flat paths.
Slower up hills and faster down :)

Map & GPS files:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/57805256
Actual route may vary on the day

Bring:
Water, sunscreen, tools, tube, pump, MYKI, phone, money for lunch and emergencies.

Contact:
Neil Griffiths - 0419 560 409

Photo: Ruffey Lake Park - Nov '25

"All riders are riding at their own risk and Melbourne Cycling does not take any responsibility for any injuries or accidents you may have on any of our rides"

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