Sandgate to Brighton
Here's an excellent ride, in fact it is pretty much our favourite.
The map shows the car park for "Moora Park". If the carpark is full then consider parking along the esplanade (Flinders Parade) or start the ride from "Decker Park" Length - Approx 5.2km's each way Terrain: The entire track is concrete, and mostly flat with no hills. It's a very easy ride, depending on the wind though. |
Moora Park is a great starting point for this ride, it's a great location beside the water. There are plenty of tables, chairs and BBQ's to use. Moora Park also has a great playground for the kids and you will also find a large toilet block that also has disabled access. There are plenty of seats with shade along the route, great for stopping and taking in the view and to have a break before continuing on or turning back.
Decker Park is also a great park with a good playground for the kids. The park has a large toilet block with disabled access. There are adequate shelters with tables and chairs and BBQ's.
Decker Park is also a great park with a good playground for the kids. The park has a large toilet block with disabled access. There are adequate shelters with tables and chairs and BBQ's.
For our ride we started at "Moora Park" and rode along the foreshore past "Arthur Davis Park" then continued on to "Decker Park".
For this ride we rode straight from "Moora Park" to "Decker Park" we don't normally ride that far. We normally start at either park and turn around at approxamately half way, there are plenty of seats along the route for stopping for a rest etc.
Things to consider :
Weather is a major consideration with this ride, being on the bay it can become quite windy which makes it hard for the kids to keep pushing on. Also the carpark at "Moora Park" gets very busy on the weekends, if possible it's better to go through the week. The carpark at "Decker Park" also gets rather busy, however there is always ample parking along the esplanade.
There are plenty of picnic tables and seats along the way should you want to stop for a rest or a snack or even lunch
For this ride we rode straight from "Moora Park" to "Decker Park" we don't normally ride that far. We normally start at either park and turn around at approxamately half way, there are plenty of seats along the route for stopping for a rest etc.
Things to consider :
Weather is a major consideration with this ride, being on the bay it can become quite windy which makes it hard for the kids to keep pushing on. Also the carpark at "Moora Park" gets very busy on the weekends, if possible it's better to go through the week. The carpark at "Decker Park" also gets rather busy, however there is always ample parking along the esplanade.
There are plenty of picnic tables and seats along the way should you want to stop for a rest or a snack or even lunch
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Here is the entire route starting from "Moora Park' and finishing at "Decker Park"
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Safe cycling
Everyone should know the road rules before heading out for a ride. Here are the main safety tips and road rules for cyclists. For more information on road rules, refer to the Queensland Government Transport website for Road Rules for Cyclists.
Rules and cycle tips
Everyone should know the road rules before heading out for a ride. Here are the main safety tips and road rules for cyclists. For more information on road rules, refer to the Queensland Government Transport website for Road Rules for Cyclists.
Rules and cycle tips
- Keep your bike in top condition: Make sure your bicycle is roadworthy before you start out. Check your tyre pressure and that brakes, pedals, lights and reflectors are all in good working order.
- Wear a helmet: A helmet could save your life. Under the road rules, all cyclists, even young children, must wear an approved helmet when riding. Your helmet must be correctly fitted and securely fastened.
- Follow the road rules: Road rules for cycling and driving cars are the same and are regulated by the Queensland Road Rules. Make sure you’re aware of all road rules relating to cycling before you begin your ride.
- Keep left: Cyclists should keep as far left as practical but can take up a whole lane where necessary for safety or to turn right.
- Hand signals: Cyclists should give hand signals when turning left, right or changing lanes and it’s a good idea to signal that you are about to stop.
- Be seen: Wearing brightly coloured clothes will help motorists see you when you’re riding on the road. You must have front and rear lights and reflectors on your bike for riding at night.
- Give way: Normal give way rules apply when riding on the road. Cyclists must give way to pedestrians at all times on shared paths and footpaths.
- Use your bell: Let others know you’re coming by signaling with your bell especially on shared paths and footpaths. You are legally required to have a working bell fitted to your bike.
- Two abreast: It is legal to ride two abreast... in some circumstances (eg on a narrow road) it may be more sensible to ride in a single file.
- Passengers: It is illegal to carry passengers except in an approved child seat or on a tandem.
- Pedestrian Crossings: Cyclists must give way to pedestrians at pedestrian crossings. If using the crossing to cross a road, cyclists must dismount and walk their bike across.