GALSTON NATURE TRAIL

Hornsby Council is to be highly commended for their efforts in being one of the few Sydney Metro Councils to custom build, mark and maintain new bush trails which encourage a variety of outdoor activities- thereby facilitating the appreciation of, and engagement with, our exquisite natural environments. In 2018 council began work on the Galston […]

SNOWBIRDS ‘BALI’ ROAD RIDE

On the western side of Cattai Creek lies Bali Gardens. Although Pitt Town and Oakville are on another continent to the actual Bali, the start and finish for this lovely local road cycling area is from the rainbow flags at the garden’s entrance. Cycle west along Cattai Ridge Road for 500m turning right into St. […]

Somerville road easy road ride 13km 1 hour out and back

This month’s ride is a safe, easy out and back cruise. The whole ride follows the ridgelines of Hornsby Heights. Flat bicycle rides in the vicinity of Galston and Glenorie are rare ! If visting Hornsby, park and ride from Carrington Road or Clarinda Street. Turn left onto the bicycle lane along Galston Road and […]

It’s not all Pie in the Sky when you die…

Looking ahead to 2019, I decided to try ‘upping my miles’ for this issue’s cycling article. I’ve set my sights on the few roads left in our area that I know are less travelled before sunrise, reasoning that a suitable alternative to the busy Two Gorges route would be to cycle to the famous ‘Pie […]

Uh, What bicycle to buy for Christmas?

In terms of your 2019 New Year resolutions- how about chanting this mantra? “ This bicycle burns my fat and saves me money!” To the uninitiated, a bicycle is a bicycle. However, just like you don’t go and play a game of golf with only one club, these days cycling has evolved into a multi-million […]

Cycling to School and Back?

Are you sick of the daily school drop off and pick up? There is an alternative option- the kids get themselves to school and back, you contribute one car less to traffic congestion, end up being fitter and you have more time to yourself. Students who ride or walk to school contribute to their minimum […]

Fred Catterson Park, Castle Hill: All Abilities Mtb and Bmx

This Festive Season, off-road bicycling delights await discovery in this green sports lung bordered by the suburbs of Glenhaven, Castle Hill and Showground Road. First, there is the BMX track, which has been upgraded to international race standards. Lower your saddle and practise bike-handling skills on it anytime there is not an event, using your […]