South Brisbane to South Bank
Here's a great ride, also a good way to save on parking at South Bank!
The map shows our starting point at "Riverside Drive", just behind "Parmalat". Off Montague Rd turn down Jane Street. Length - Approx 2.2km's each way Terrain: The entire track is concrete and bitumen bike paths. It's mostly flat with only a couple of very mild hills (one each way). |
Riverside Drive was our starting point for this ride, it's a great location beside the river and we started just after the boat ramp. There are plenty of tables, chairs and BBQ's to use. There are plenty of seats with shade along the route, great for stopping and taking in the view of the river and to have a break before continuing on or turning back. Make sure you only stick to the designated bike paths through South Bank, bicycles aren't permitted in the hub of the park. I recommend taking a lock for the bikes and then enjoying a wander around the parklands or taking in the markets.
For our ride we started at "Riverside Drive" just past the boat ramp and rode through to "South Bank".
Things to consider :
This is an alternative to starting at "Orleigh Park" this way the sections of the bikeway which is shared with cars is avoided. Although it is primarily a bikeway, there is a fair amount of pedestrian traffic, especially through South Bank.
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.
Things to consider :
This is an alternative to starting at "Orleigh Park" this way the sections of the bikeway which is shared with cars is avoided. Although it is primarily a bikeway, there is a fair amount of pedestrian traffic, especially through South Bank.
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 "Riverside Drive" and finishing at "South Bank"
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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.