[YarraBUG-list] bikefun is in the air

[Nicholas Dow]

Check back at http://bikefun.org/calendar.html for latest updates, or 
follow us on twitter @bikefunmelb

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Pub Ride - Friday 22nd January
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6:30 pm - meet at (Edinburgh) Castle Hotel North Melbourne (not Brunswick) 
56 Courtney St.  (Near cnr Arden St and Wreckyn St.).  Ride at 7pm.
In case you run late, next pub is The Great Northern, cnr Rathdowne and 
Pigdon Sts North Carlton, followed by the Brunswick Hotel, 140 Sydney Rd 
Brunswick (cnr Weston St).

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Girl's bike polo day - Saturday 23rd January
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12pm to 5pm at Princes Hill Secondary School, cnr Paterson and Arnold Sts
Never fear if you haven't played before, it's a day for beginners and 
first timers to get out there and have a go. Make a fool out of yourself, 
have a laugh and get a few pointers! Even if you don’t want to play just 
come check it out, no pressure if you just want to watch! 
Organiser: Taryn.

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Bike Move & Picnic!  - Tuesday 26th Jan, 10am. 
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10AM 9 Chapel St, Fitzroy
In the great Australia Day tradition of house moves by bike, we will be 
moving house by bike from Fitzroy to Brunswick.  Assemble in an orderly 
fashion with bike trailers (if you have one) at 10am. If you don't have a 
trailer but would like to be involved, please come along!  Panniers and 
backpacks will also be appreciated. The move will be followed by 
refreshments at the destination in North Brunswick.  Note: This event 
incorporates an official UN Festival of the Trailer 2010 event. 
Organisers: Geoff & Tan

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Critical Mass - Friday 29th January
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5:30PM - State Library. - Start the new year right with your friends at 
Critical Mass.

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Yarra Full Moon Ride - Saturday 30th January
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8:33PM departing Eltham Railway Station (Hurstbridge Line)
Catch the 7:28 or 7:49 from Flinders St Station Platform 1 last carriage 
natch (don't catch an Epping train by mistake).
Yes, the First Full Moon Ride of 2010, bringing giddy fun, bikey 
comradery, and light perspiration.  It's been quite a while since we've 
done this route so join us to ride along Diamond Ck and the Yarra back to 
the city (~35km) by the light of the full moon. 
Bring: Nibblies Drinks and good conversation to share.

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Geelong Full Moon Ride - Saturday 30th January
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Check at http://www.myspace.com/fullmoonbikeridesgeelong for details

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Reasonably Fast Ride - Thursday 4th February
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6:30pm Town Hall Hotel Errol St North Melbourne.  Ride at 7pm.
Organiser: Stevie

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Yarra Place Project alleycat and laneway festival - Saturday 6th February
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1:30 pm, race at 2pm.  Yarra Place South Melbourne.  Part of a live street 
art painting exhibition and laneway party.
Organisers: fixed.org.au

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Pub Bug - Friday 19th February
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6:00PM Mountain Goat Brewery Cnr North St & Clarke & St Richmond

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World Naked Bike Ride - Sunday 21st March
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3pm Union Club Hotel, Napier St Fitzroy.
Hello Lovely Melbourne Groovers and Shakers. The  Ride has been growing in 
popularity each year...we had 60 riders last year and it was the most 
ridiculous fun you could ever have on 2 wheels. For the Love of Mother 
Earth join our blissful protest. Hugs H

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Don't forget to register for beach rides
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Text "Beach Rides" to 0411437137 and you will be notified the day before a 
beach ride is planned.  Join other cyclists for a ride from the City to 
the beach on a hot night. 

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REGULAR EVENTS:

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Bike Polo!
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Playing in North Carlton during January, Sundays and Tuesdays (until dark)
Check back at http://www.bikepolo.com.au/

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Darebin Bug Social Rides - Tuesdays and Thursdays 
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9:30 a.m. corner plant and union street, northcote.  40 -60 km rides 
mainly on bike paths and quiet streets for experienced cyclists. Bring 
lunch, snacks and water. Contact Norm on 9484 4767 to confirm start time 
and location (usually departs from Jika Jika). 
http://www.darebinbug.org.au/rides.html

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Darebin Bug Port Melbourne Ride - Saturdays
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9.30am Meet at Jika Jika Neighbourhood House, cnr Plant & Union Sts, 
Northcote.  Slow ride suitable for beginners. 
http://www.darebinbug.org.au/rides.html

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The Crosskeys Crusiers - Strathmore - Friday rides
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The Crosskeys Crusiers are a group of retired men and women who meet in 
the Crosskeys CarPark near the Strathmore station at 9am on Friday 
mornings. 
The rides are decided each Friday and the adventure begins. Some riders go 
till morning tea while others ride till lunch and then home at about 3pm. 
New members most welcome to chat and share the experience  Telephone Max 
93783501 or John 93707829

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Cyclic Bikes to Mountain Goat - Fridays
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6pm sharp Cyclic Bikes, 56 Pin Oak Cres (opposite Newmarket Station)
Ride from Flemington to Mountain Goat Brewery (Richmond). Different route 
each week, faster than your average bikefun ride.

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YarraBUG Radio - Every Monday on 3CR
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Broadcasting every Monday at 10-10.30am on 3CR Community Radio 855am 
http://www.yarrabug.org/radio
Have an idea, want to be interviewed or have program feedback?  We welcome 
your contribution, after all YarraBUG Radio is here for you to help you 
make your cycling safe, fun and infectious for others. YarraBUG Radio- 
streaming live on the web at: http://www.3cr.org.au/3CR_streaming

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Most rides go at a social pace, run rain or shine, and are free (like the 
streets themselves).

BikeFun depends on people like you to create events and contribute to 
Melbourne's creative bike community. Organise a ride (or whatever) and 
BikeFun will promote it. email details to: bikefun at nikdow.net

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