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Manly Dam
Mountain Bike
Ride

 
 
   



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Join us for a challenging mountain bike ride around Manly Dam. One of Sydney's best rides -from beginner to intermediate and even advanced, all enjoy this ride. You'll experience a tight and testy track that winds it's way up and down steep rocky tracks. This ride has some magnificent views of the dam and the ocean. You will be transported within minutes into the wilds of Seaforth, and begin to imagine that Sydney has left you behind. Then gasp in awe at the beauty of the coastline. Huff and puff your way up the steep 4WD track to Allambie. Along the way we'll stop for a BBQ lunch before enjoying the ride home! A fun day out and a great way to mix and meet new people.
WHEN:

Saturday 6th December
Starts at 11:00am
Finishes approximately 4:30pm

MEETING POINT:

Meet OUTSIDE Manly Cycle Shop
36 Pittwater Road, Manly at 11:00 sharp.
Look out for instructors Marky Mark or Sue who will be wearing Life's An Adventure T'shirts

TRANSPORT:

There are a few options to get you to the start of this ride.

FERRY: Catch a ferry to Manly and ride/walk half a kilometre up Pittwater road to the Cycle shop (on your right).

CAR: Drive to the shop and park in the surrounding street (metered parking) or park inthe Council Car Park in Whistler Street and ride/walk to the shop (half a kilometre).

BUS: Buses drop off in the centre of Manly and then there is a short ride or walk to the shop.

Visit www.131500.com.au for more transport details.

INCLUSIONS: Enjoy a fun day out and make new friends. We provide fresh fruit and snacks to enjoy during your ride and a delicious lunch.     
TICKETS:

Pre-purchased tickets bringing your own bike:
Please note normal road bikes ARE suitable for this ride.
Life's An Adventure Member ........$29 + booking fee
Standard Ticket ..........................$39 + booking fee
Membership is free click here to join.

Pre-purchased tickets bike hire required:
If you require bike hire this must be pre-booked and paid by 17 May 2008. Hire cost includes bike helmet.
Life's An Adventure Member .........$69 + booking fee
Standard Ticket ...........................$79 + booking fee

Tickets purchased on the day
Please note Mountain Bike hire will not be available for those who pay on
the day they must be pre-reserved & pre-pai
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Standard Ticket (own bike) ............$50 per person
 

PRE-PURCHASED TICKETS:

Save by taking advantage of the pre-payment discount by the Thursday 4th December 2008

Simply click on the link above and pre-pay by credit card via the secure moshtix website, (alternatively you can visit one of the local moshtix outlets around Sydney). We will then automatically receve an email that you are attending.

PAY ON THE DAY: For those who choose to pay on the day at the ride, you will need to email us with your intention to attend, as this is a catered event and we need to ensure we have ample food. Simply click on the link below to advise us you are attending. Please mention 'Manly Dam Ride' in the subject line and include the number of people in your group. Please be aware this event may sell out, so we recommend guaranteeing your place by pre-paying. Please note if you require bike hire you can not pay on the day, as bike hire needs to be pre-arranged.

Yes I'd like to attend and I will pay on the day
Note: emailing your intention to attend does not qualify you for the discounted price nor guarantee you a place if events sells out prior.
WHAT TO BRING: Bring your own mountain bike (an extra charge applies to those needing bike hire). To ensure you keep well hydrated, please bring at least 1.5 litres of drinking water.
WHAT TO WEAR:

Please wear comfortable and non restrictive clothing for riding (no jeans), wear a bike helmet and any protective clothing/accessories.

FITNESS LEVEL: This ride is technical and challenging - but easy to get off and walk the sections that are beyond your abilities. Suitable for all persons of reasonable fitness from beginners to advanced. If you are unsure that your fitness level is suitable for this event, please email us to qualify your ability.
WHAT HAPPENS IF IT RAINS?

This ride will still go ahead if it rains (Bring a light weight wet weather jacket if there looks likes there is a chance of rain), however if the weather is extreme the ride will be postponed to a future date.. Pre-paid tickets will be credited to the new date or another future event, sorry we cannot refund your money.

An events weather check will be posted on the day on this website, click below to check whether this event is proceeding. Weather Check details for this Event


ENQUIRIES: Any queries you still have please email events@lifesanadventure.com.au
EMERGENCY PHONE: If you have problems on the day, are delayed or can't find us, please phone our emergency phone on 0409 390 961. Please note this phone number is only operational on the day for any queries please email us at events@lifesanadventure.com.au
CHECK IN ON
THE DAY:
When you arrive on the day, you will need to check in with your Life's An Adventure Staff. You must sign for any pre-paid tickets or pay cash if you have chosen the 'pay on the day' option and fill in our indemnity form. To save time, and speed up your check in, please click here to download our Indemnity Form and bring with you on the day already completed.