Getting Started Overnite Touring - Show & Tell Gathering

Created by: Bicycle Network Tasmania

Sun. May 8 8:30AM

Location: Salamanca Square & South Hobart Playground


An introduction to overnite touring and an opportunity to meet others who share that interest.

Share a cuppa if you like, then a short ride, followed by 2 hours show & tell about all things bicycle touring.

Maybe also arrange an easy introductory overniter ride from there.

We'll organise a few short talks with plenty of opportunity to chat and ask questions. Topics could include:
- What kind of bicycle? Do I need another bike?
- What gear?
- The $10 garage sale touring bike
- Packing a bike for a flight
- Folding bike touring
- eBike touring
- The joys of camping, the pleasures of more sophisticated accommodation

Would be great if everyone brings bikes they use for touring (or are thinking about using them) and gear they already have.

You could also bring morning tea nibbles, a thermos or maybe a stove to brew something fresh, and a chair. There's a BBQ at the playground for those who may want to linger on for lunch.

Bring clothing appropriate to the weather. There is a good sized overhang in front of the community centre to stand under if needed in case of a passing downpour.

If the weather looks too bad (hopefully unlikely) we may change venue or date.

If you want to be kept in the loop about

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