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135km Geelong – Melbourne

Ride features

Starting at Rippleside Park in Geelong, the 135km Geelong – Melbourne ride travels to Queenscliff where riders jump on the ferry to Sorrento before heading to Melbourne via the iconic Beach Road.

A real highlight is the 6.5km of closed roads between Safety Beach and Mount Martha – get ready to soak up the coastal views!

The ride is relatively flat with slight inclines, rolling hills and false flats. However, most of the climbing is within the first 20 kilometres.

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Details

Start Time: 7:00am
Location: Rippleside Park, Geelong

Ride guide

You’ll find everything you need to know before hitting the start line in the official ride guide.

DOwnload ride guide

Beautiful coastal riding

Soak up one of the most beautiful stretches of Port Phillip Bay – 17km of pristine coastal riding between Safety Beach and Mornington. Plus, you'll pedal along 6.5 kilometres of closed roads from Safety Beach to Mt Martha.

Beautiful coastal riding

Soak up arguably the most beautiful stretch of Port Phillip Bay – 17km of pristine coastal riding between Safety Beach and Mornington. Plus, you'll pedal along 6.5kms of closed roads (northbound) from Safety Beach to Mt Martha.

The best of Melbourne

Beautiful coastal riding

Pedal along arguably the most beautiful stretch of Port Phillip Bay – 17km of pristine coastal riding between Safety Beach and Mornington.

With 6.5km of closed roads included (north bound) between Safety Beach and Mount Martha it's a route that needs to be ticked off every Melbournian’s bucket list.

There’s no better time to experience the best of Melbourne's coastal bike riding on closed roads than at United Energy Around the Bay!

135km Geelong – Melbourne

2019 entry prices

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Early Bird Extended!

Bicycle Network member: $150.00
General: $165.00

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Bicycle Network member: $150.00
General: $165.00

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What's included?

Full route, medical and mechanical support on the ride

A free 2019 event jersey if you sign up before early bird closes*

A medal for everyone who crosses the finish line

An unforgettable day out, getting active and creating lifelong memories

Rest stops (on all rides) and mega rest stops (in Geelong and Frankston) – the perfect place to refuel and recharge.

Ferry transport for all riders who are passing through Queenscliff.

Please note:

*The bonus early bird jersey is not available to children taking advantage of the free ticket option – however they must be registered to participate in the event.
**You can double check jersey sizing for unisex jerseys (included with early bird entries) and elite fit jerseys (300km riders only) before entering.

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Extra rider services

Bag drop

135km Geelong and 100km Sorrento riders can drop a small bag at the start line with food, clothing and other things you might need and we will transport it to Melbourne for FREE so that it’s waiting for you at the finish line.

Please make sure your small bag is labeled clearly with you full name, rider ID and phone number. No bags bigger than a backpack will be accepted.

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