Events

This ride is currently closed at 25 riders and full accommodation. We'll let you know if circumstances change and a room becomes available again. 25 is also the maximum number of riders I'm prepared to organize and lead on a long ride.

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Four days of riding and a  3 night stay away - fantastic riding through South Gippsland.

Our base is the township of Meeniyan. I've done a deal with the Motel there and booked out the whole place with a 20% discount off the advertised high season rates for three nights. Meeniyan is a small town promoting itself as a "Gateway to Wilsons Prom'. Apart from our Motel it has a great pub, a number of cafes and restaurants, as well as an IGA supermarket and a petrol station. It ticks all the boxes for a group ride. And because it's a high season weekend we'll base here and ride out each day. David, and Pete Zimm will be helping with the ride outs, planning Days 2 and 3.

All participants are confirmed, and the Motel booking is now complete, meaning the group has the whole place to ourselves.

The ride wil be led by PX - so get your 2-strokes ready. 

Day 1 Saturday - Grand Ridge Road to Meeniyan. Saturday 31 October

We'll meet on Saturday morning in Beaconsfield on the very outskirts of Melbourne, and that will give us a quick exit from the city into Gippsland. It will be a long ride in the morning across Melbourne for some so we'll be departing late. Please have a big breakfast at home before you leave, and some snacks to keep you going along the way.

Meet at BP Servo. 215 Princes Hwy, Beaconsfield 3807  > Google MAP <  If your Google is confused about suburbs (Officer?) try Jasbe Petroleum BP 4/215 Princes Hwy Beaconsfield. or even KFC Beaconsfield!

We'll be there from 9.30am for coffee and the usual coffee fast food options at Janbe. Leave with a full tank from here.

Departure is 10.30am sharp. > Nar Nar Goon, Longwarry, Drouin, then we head south.

Timeline: Drouin 11.15 am. Brief wee stop. This is the last chance for one, as the ride does not pass any further towns from here until we reach Mirboo North at around 12.30 PM. The whole route on Day 1 is only 150 Kms, but it's a slow pace through beautiful scenery. 

We ride the beautiful Grand Ridge Road which really sets the tone for the weekend. As the name suggests, the road primarily follows ridgelines through the heavily undulating Strzelecki Ranges. Unfortunately, given the size of the ride - 25 bikes - there aren't any safe places to stop along the way to admire the amazing scenery, so we'll ride slowly and remember to keep looking left and right.

We'll stop in Mirboo North (after 2 hours of riding) for toilets / a stretch / bakery lunch / refuel for thirsty bikes and PX,  before heading south again to our digs at Meeniyan arriving by by 2 - 2.30 PM.

Draft Route Plotaroute https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3455135?units=km

Timeline: Drouin 11.15 am > Mirboo North 12.30 pm

Meeniyan town

Accommodation - The Meeniyan Motel

The Motel has a spacious central outdoor recreation area and BBQ, and we'll have the whole place to ourselves. With the room kitchen facilities and a local IGA supermarket, we can easily accommodate local public holiday closures, on-site meals and partying. 

"Just across the road from The Great Southern Rail Trail and a short drive to beaches, wineries and other local attractions, Meeniyan Motel features free WiFi, lush gardens, free on-site parking and a variety of room types. Guests enjoy an outdoor kitchen with communal BBQ facilities. Located next to the local pub, Motel Meeniyan is within 5 minutes' walk of shops, cafes and dining options. It is central to all South Gippsland attractions. Meeniyan Motel is 30 minutes' drive from Wilsons Prom National Park. The property is ideally located for exploring the Great Southern Rail Trail Bike Track, which is located next to the property."

Camping option

The Meeniyan Recreation reserve is available for camping at $10 per night. You just choose a spot and payment is via an honesty box. There is a toilet block, and a public barbecue facility. But it's pretty basic - no shower facilities, no power available. If it's your thing it's cheap and close to the Meeniyan Motel.

Activity Option: Great Southern Rail Trail. While you're here you may want to take up an option of a day of cycling on the Great Southern Rail Trail. It's a day 'off' your Vespa, but if you're a cyclist you'll have heard how beautiful this ride is. You can join the trail in Meeniyan, and there is bike hire (including electric bikes) available through our Motel, or the tourist office in town. Have  alook at the GSRT website if you are interested in planning arude,

To claim a room or negotiate a share please make a comment below. Could you please indicate whether you are closing the room or leaving it open for a share. We will bill everyone in September.