WELCOME
Cammeray Roadies was established in 2013 by a group of local riders who identified the need for a more organised cycling group to cater for the growing cycling community on Sydney's Lower North Shore area.
From experienced racers and riders, to those new to group riding, our club is made up of cyclists from all backgrounds and abilities. We always welcome new members and nearly all of our rides are 'non-drop', with ride groups to suit all paces.
We also place a strong focus on female riders and have a dedicated Women's Initiative (Ladies On A Mission - LOAM), as well as specific ladies' rides and events.
The most important thing about riding with the Roadies is to have fun and stay safe.
HOW TO JOIN
If you have a road bike and can comfortably ride 30km or more, you are welcome to join.
Step One
Register for an AusCycling annual membership. Most of our riders have chosen a lifestyle membership which is designed for social riders or commuters that do not want to race. Pick an option that best suits you, and select Cammeray Roadies as your club. If you are already a member of another club, excluding MWCC, you are required to select a club add on for Cammeray Roadies. If you wish to move from your existing club, you can transfer your membership to Cammeray Roadies.
MWCC members wising to join CR need to e-mail a screen shot of their MWCC Aus Cycling membership to info@cammerayroadies.cc, demonstrating the currency of their membership.
Step Two
The Roadies require a membership to the sponsor of our club, Norths. They provide first aid courses, ride leader training and other special events for the club throughout the year. Membership costs are $10 per year, or $20 for 3 years.
Step Three
Download the Stack Team App onto your mobile device and search for Cammeray Roadies. Complete the form on the app to join. this will be sent to our admin team for approval. The Team App is your go to place for all things Cammeray Roadies. We post rides and important updates in the club feed for all members. A welcome letter will be received via email once an admin has approved your entry to the Cammeray Roadies team.
Step Four
Read the ride guide before your first ride. Safety is our number one priority on all rides, regardless of which group you decide to ride with, it is essential that all riders understand the club rules for riding safely on the road regardless of your prior cycling experience.
Our rides are suited to road bikes only (no TT), and should be equipped with a functioning front light, rear light and bell. Riders should carry a spare tube, a mobile phone / emergency contact details card, as well as appropriate nutrition and hydration for the ride and conditions.
Why do people join our group?
Improve health & fitness
Socialise
Improve skills
The kit!
We also have fun off the bike as well as through the year with planned social events that group members are able to join in.
OUR RIDES
Our regular club rides are on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays generally starting at 6am. Friday is a 'coffee ride' (recovery ride) which is largely social and about 30km in length. We also have a Tuesday Hills ride (30km, hard), Sunday social ride (40km, easy) and Saturday rides (100km, endurance) of varying difficulties. If you are new to the club, we recommend you start with a Sunday social ride.
Check out some of the routes below.
Josh Kwan - North Head Friday Route
LADIES ON A MISSION (LOAM)
Join our women's ride: Ladies On A Mission! Every Wednesday our ladies enjoy a ladies ride followed by social coffee. With a range of options from social rides to the beaches, faster rides up to Warriewood or a chop up to church point, there's something for all. Join all the groups for a coffee post- ride coffee at Penny Royal in Mosman.
Beyond our usual rides, we enjoy joining other Sydney inter-club women's, off- the- bike socials, and participating in racing. If you're interested in joining us for any of the above, please reach out to our women's co-capts Lucy and Meg at info@cammerayroadies.cc.
RIDING WITH US
There are some basic rules of group riding that everyone should be aware of when riding with us. These are in place to keep everyone safe. If you are ever unsure about something, don't hesitate to ask the Ride Leader.
