Shop Rides
If you live local to Curve HQ in Abbotsford, and would like to join us for a social spin each week. All our rides are social and fun, they are inclusive, no drop and will offer a small adventure in the local Melbourne suburbs. All rides start with complimentary coffee at HQ and finish with a follow up at a local cafe. All riders and bikes are welcome! Please download the ride files. While Curve social rides are free, we require you to agree to our waiver and register here!
Wednesday - Open Road
Please read if you plan to attend!
This road loop takes in the popular Kew Blvd, then rolls the backstreets out towards Eaglemont, with a few punchy climbs to get your legs working. The ride finishes at Gary Cafe in Abbotsford.
Make sure you are self-sufficient with items to repair flats. Carry snacks and water. Grab your mates and your road bike and join us. We encourage you to download the route to familiarise yourself with the loop and don't risk getting lost if the group splits.
Coffee at Curve HQ from 6:30 am
Ride departs at 6:45 am SHARP!
Ride concludes by 8:15 am
You are welcome to leave bags at Curve when riding.
Please have good lights in the Winter months.
In the event of poor/wet weather/other, we will make a decision by 5:45 am the morning of the ride if it is cancelled. This cancellation notice will be posted on our social pages.
DISCLAIMER:
While Curve social rides are free, we require you to agree to our waiver and register here!
Thursday - Curve's Pedal to Pedla
Ride Details
Every Thursday @6:30 am | 17km/300vm
Start: Curve HQ
Finish: Pedla HQ
Surface: Mixed Terrain
Ride Difficulty: Beginner
Ride File: HERE
Curve and Pedla are joining forces to bring you a social, beginner friendly mixed terrain ride to your week!
Whether you've just jumped on your first gravel bike, want to find some new local trails or looking to build some confidence on the dirt, this is going to be the perfect morning hang out for you! Meeting at Curve HQ (the coffee pot will be on!) and finishing at Pedla for catch ups & coffees before you shoot off to work.
This ride is designed to be social, accessible to all and a great intro to mixed terrain riding.
Please read if you plan to attend!
The route will be mixed terrain and your perfect intro to off-road riding! Come along on a social spin between two of Melbourne's great bike brands!
Coffee at Curve HQ from 6:30 am
Ride departs at 6:45 am SHARP!
Ride finishes at Pedla HQ no later than 8:00 am
Please have good lights in the Winter months.
In the event of poor/wet weather/other, we will make a decision by 5:45 am the morning of the ride if it is cancelled. This cancellation notice will be posted on our social pages.
DISCLAIMER:
While Curve social rides are free, we require you toagree to our waiver and register here!
EVENTS
Joining Curve on one of our events? Please read all details of the event below. If an event needs to be cancelled, we will communicate this on our social media pages. We look forward to seeing you out there!
Woodend Cycles Demo Day
Event Info
Curve are teaming up with Smith Optics to bring a day full of demos to Woodend Cycles on Saturday 24th May!
This is your chance to test out any bike from the Curve range, so if you've been checking out a new roadie or want to try gravel for the first time, this is your chance!
Book a demo
We will have a range of bikes available to demo ride, whether you're a full on roadie or mtb shredder! This is your chance to get to grips with the Curve range.
Test rides are for one hour at Woodend Cycles 68 High St, Woodend, VIC
Saturday 24th May 2025
930am - 230pm
Be sure to book your session HERE
Once your form is submitted, a member of the Curve team will reach out to you to confirm your appointment.
We're teaming up with Smith Optics!
WIN a pair of the brand new pair of Smith Optics Defy Sunglasses! Post your best photos from your demo ride and tag @curvecycling & @smithoptics.aus to be in with a chance to win!
Whether you're just getting started with off-road riding or have been hitting the trails for years, this is your chance to experience Curve's range of bikes paired with Smith’s ChromaPop™ sunnies and premium helmets.
Smith will be providing coffees to kick start your morning from Oak & Stone Cafe!
RIDEWITHGPS CUTTY CAPS 2025 - MELBOURNE
Event Details
Curve are joining the RideWithGPS Cutty Caps Challenge this year bringing you an exciting local adventure on May 31st!
The Curve Crew will be hiding 10 limited edition cycling caps across Melbourne in varies Curve-related locations for you to go out and find!
FIND OUT HOW TO HUNT THE CAPS HERE
How to find the caps!
In order to hunt for caps and score points, you must download the Ride with GPS mobile app. Once cap locations go live, you'll be able to see them on the map and instantly get bike-friendly directions so you can navigate straight to the spot using the app. Here's how you'll know when it's time to get on your bike and go:
- Via Email at 8am AEST
- Via Push Notification at 8am AEST
- Via Instagram for live updates
Bikepacking Bush Mechanics: ULTRA ENDURANCE EDITION
Event Details
Learn how to prep your bike for adventure & deal with mechanical misadventures. For anyone preparing for a really big bike ride!
WHEN: 5:30pm June 3rd 2025
WHO: This event is for people that want to learn more ahead of their next BIG adventure!
HOW: Free tickets MUST be booked via Eventbrite HERE
OTHER INFO: Feel free to bring dinner; no need to bring your bike, but be prepared to get dirty.
WHAT'S THIS ALL ABOUT? Likely content*:
What to do to your bike before bikepacking.
What to take in your tool kit.
How to plug a tyre.How to top up the sealant.
How to change brake pads.
How to Fix/link a broken chain.
How to look after your chain on the road.How to deal with a broken spoke.
How to straighten/change derailleur hanger & why you must carry a spare hanger.
*subject to change, open to input & possibly cut short if we run out of time.
FAQs
Should I bring my bike with me?
No need to bring your bike. If you arrive by bike, secure parking is available
What will Curve be providing?
Wisdom earned the hard way. Tea. Coffee. Some biscuits (including gluten free!). Hopefully laughs and some bike stuff to practice with. Please bring your dinner if you're prone to getting hangry, there's a few breaks in this endurance event.
Can I bring a mate?
ONLY if they have a ticket.
I've attended before, can I come along again?
This event is always over booked, so if you've attended before please leave the space for someone new. If you have questions from last time, send us an email at Sales@curvecycling.com
Please read if you plan to attend!
DISCLAIMER
While Curve social rides and events are free, we require you to agree to our waiver and register here!
EURO GROADSHOW 2025
EVENT INFO
The Curve expansion into Europe is in full swing and to really launch into the Northern Hemisphere summer we will once again be loading up the van and hitting the road to see as many of our European friends & dealers as we can! We can’t wait to see you all!
We will be bringing a full fleet of demo bikes along for the ride, running demo sessions, shop rides, social nights and more during the five weeks we’ll be on the road.
Where will we be?
Starting in Belgium, crossing Holland, jumping the channel to the UK, before back to Germany, Switzerland, France and onto Spain in time for the start of this year's Transcontinental in Santiago, where Abdullah and April will be lining up on their Belgie Ultra’s to take on this iconic Ultra race!
FIND OUT THE FULL LIST OF STOPS HERE
Demo a Curve!
Book your demo ride HERE
This is your chance to find out for yourself how good the ride feel of Ti is!
Due to the nomadic nature of the Road Show, the number of demo bikes is limited. In this case a booking is required
We will have a range of sizes of GXR4s and Belgies that need to be ridden!
Stone Circle - The UK's Premier Gravel Festival!
The pinnacle of the GROADSHOW! We're stoked to be joining forces with the team at Stone Circle in the UK!
A full weekend of riding gravel, eating pizza, drinking beer and hanging out with friends, old and new. Join in for as much or as little as you like. There’s loads to do, both on and off the bike with guided walks and runs, games and more for friends and family to enjoy while you’re out on the trails. Enter solo or with mates, we’re a welcoming bunch and will make you feel right at home.
Please read if you plan to attend!
DISCLAIMER:While Curve social rides are free, we require you to agree to our waiver and register here!
June Monthly Ride: DIRTY DISCO with KNOG
Event Details
Our June monthly ride is a CURVE CLASSIC! We will be riding out to Pentridge along the river trails and all enjoying a well earned drink afterwards!
Distance: 30km
When: 5:30pm 17th June
Start: Curve HQ
Finish: Brewdog Brewery, Pentridge
ROUTE: HERE
Surface: Single track, bike path & a bit of everything! Be prepared to take it on in the DARK!
Ride difficulty: Intermediate
What to ride: Gravel bike with a minimum 35mm tire is recommended.
Light up the trails with KNOG!
This monthly ride is in partnership with KNOG, the Melbourne based light wizards!
A limited number of test lights will be available to try! So get here early to get your hands on them!
Please read if you plan to attend!
To get amongst the action on Curve events please read and complete the registration and waiver on the Curve Cycling website: curvecycling.com/pages/ride-event-need-to-know?_pos=1&_sid=c8af5d6f6&_ss=r
SPOKEN & Sydney Demos
Event Details
The Curve chevrons will once again be loading up the van and heading to Sydney for a weekend of demo sessions and bike shows!
Come find us at SPOKEN Bike show to check out the latest in Curve titanium innovation or test out a Ti bike for yourself at one of our demo sessions in collaboration with our Sydney dealers Omafiets and Sticky Bottle!
SPOKEN BIKE SHOW
The Curve crew will be at SPOKEN Bike Show to talk all things titanium bikes and adventure!
Swing by, say G'Day, check out the latest in Curve titanium bike innovation and soak up the adventure vibes!
See you there!
Demo a Curve in Sydney
In collab with Curve Dealer Omafiets and Sticky Bottle, Curve will be running demo sessions so you can test out a Ti bike for yourself!
June 21st - Omafiets: 10:30am-3:30pm
June 22nd - Sticky Bottle at Berkelo Terry Hills: 8:30am-1:00pm
BOOK IN HERE!
Please read if you plan to attend!
DISCLAIMER:While Curve social rides are free, we require you to agree to our waiver and register here!
Gravel & Flannel Festival and Epic Cycles Demos
Event Details
Curve are heading to Queensland for a weekend of demos and gravel antics at the Gravel & Flannel Festival!
This is your chance to test out a Curve for yourself or join the fantastic gravel festival weekend that is Gravel & Flannel! Including your chance to *WIN A GXR4 FRAMESET!
Tickets are required to join us at Gravel & Flannel and can be booked HERE
*To be eligible for the competition you MUST be a weekend ticket holder.
Demo a Curve at Epic Cycles
In collab with Curve Dealer Epic Cycles, Curve will be running a demo session on Friday 4th July from 8:30am to 11:00am
BOOK YOUR DEMO RIDE HERE
Demo a Curve at Gravel & Flannel
We're back at the Gravel & Flannel Festival in Esk for 2025!
Gravel & Flannel Festival ticket holders have access to:
3 Supported Rides
Curve Ride
Curve Demo Session
Curve Cycles Workshop
WIN a GXR4 Frameset!
BOOK YOUR TICKET TO GRAVEL & FLANNEL HERE
BOOK YOUR DEMO RIDE HERE
Can't make the whole weekend? The legends at Gravel & Flannel are offering a Curve Day Pass ticket for you to visit the festival on Saturday 5th July.
Use code "CURVE" to reveal the day pass ticket. These include breakfast, coffee, the Curve Ride, Curve Demo Sessions, Curve Workshop and access to the festival site for the day.
Please read if you plan to attend!
DISCLAIMER:While Curve social rides are free, we require you to agree to our waiver and register here!
Dirty Valda Bikepacking Quest
EVENT INFORMATION
When: Saturday 6th Sept @ 6:22am
Start: Melbourne Town Hall
Fin: Whippets Workshop, Adelaide
Route: HERE
What bike: A gravel/adventure/bikepacking bike! It is possible to ride the route with 40mm off-road tyres but it won't be very comfortable. A bigger tyre (think 2.1") will help on the corrugated and sandy sections.
Who: Experienced bike packers and first timers looking for a challenge. Be prepared and get ready for an awesome adventure!
FAQs: All the answers you need are HERE!
Please read if you plan to attend!
The route will be finalised in August 2025.
Curve will run the Dirty Valda as a spirited social ride starting on Sat 6 Sep 2025 @ 6:22am. Melbourne Town Hall, the route finishes at Whippets Workshop in Stepney, South Australia.
The route is likely to be very similar to the 2024 edition, any changes will be in response to road works/ changed traffic conditions close to the start of the route.
A MAProgress page will be created for some 'dot watching' fun, for those who want to use a tracking device.
Expect a bit of everything on this course, lots of riding, some hiking, a taste of singletrack, black top, sand, big towns and tiny ones, forests, rivers, plains and climbs. Some basic logistics information has been provided to assist your planning. The distances between resupply points and water may look manageable, but careful planning and preparation will be required; opening times are not always reliable, some of the terrain may take longer than expected, especially in adverse weather.
Take some mates or leave everyone in your dust, ride the lot or jump on for part of it, then hop on a train. Tent, bivvy, motels or other, this adventure is yours to make of it what you will.
Unless you're a fan of phrases like 'would have', 'could have' and 'should have', this is the moment to have a go at a bike packing trip.
There is no support offered of any kind, all riders must be self-sufficient.
To get amongst the action on Curve events please read and complete the registration and waiver on the Curve Cycling website: curvecycling.com/pages/ride-event-need-to-know?_pos=1&_sid=c8af5d6f6&_ss=r
The Border Run XL
EVENT INFO
When: 26th Sept 2025
Ride info: 397km 5627vm
Route: HERE
Start: Melbourne GPO 4:30am
Fin: Albury NSW Border Sign
Surface: Mixed Terrain but mostly gravel
What bike: Gravel bike with minimum 40mm tires, as always we recommend robust tyres set up tubeless. Only go narrower if you're a hell cat!
What is The Border Run?
Same Plan. New Border.
How fast can you get from your bed to the border by bike? In 2024, around the March equinox we hosted the inaugural Border Run, a fast and flat blast to the border. For the September Equinox we’re going bigger, we are going XL!! Curve will run the Border Run XL as a spirited social ride starting on Fri 26 Sep 2025. Roll out will be at 4:30am from the old Melbourne GPO.
If that time and date don’t work for you, do it whenever you can make it happen. Go on! Get off the couch and have a crack! This one is a tougher ride than the Border Run; it’s longer and has more climbing.Like many historic overlander missions, this ride will depart from Melbourne’s original GPO. Expect some bike paths on the way out of town, then a mix of sealed and unsealed roads heading north. Please take it easy on the bike paths on the way out of town.
Ride it all in one hit if you dare! Ride it over two, three, four or twenty days. See how fast you can ride it, flashpack it, bikepack it, leave your bike at home and run it. Make your own rules. Slap the border sign to finish your ride across the state!The ride finishes at the Vic-NSW border on Gateway Island at the Welcome to NSW sign. Your ride is complete once you tap the “Welcome to New South Wales” sign and take a finisher photo.
Need help planning your ride?
For a full breakdown check out this BLOG
There are plenty of options for indoor accommodation or camping on the way to Albury. The route deliberately has good resupply options too. The route passes through Kinglake (70 km), Alexandra (158 km), Bonnie Doon (194 km), Swanpool (243 km), Benalla (270 km) and Wangaratta (318 km).
If you're an uncontrollable hellcat, ride it all in one hit! Some may want two and three day options. Here are some itineraries ranging from BOLD to more civilised that can be flashpacked (indoor accommodation to cut down on what you need to take).
For a 2-day mission, with a BIG first day, try this:
Day 1: Melbourne to Benalla (270 km). This gets most of the climbing out of the way.
Day 2: Benalla to Albury (127 km). Recovery ride!
For a 2-day mission, with a more even split, try this:
Day 1: Melbourne to Bonnie Doon (194 km)
Day 2: Boonie Doon to Albury (203 km). Longer but easier than day 1 with less climbing.
For a 3-day graventure stay in Alexandra and Benalla:
Day 1: Melbourne to Alexandra (158 km)
Day 2: Alexandra to Benalla (112 km)
Day 3: Benalla to Albury (127 km)
Need some insipiration?
Watch Curve Ambassador Oskar Moore take on the Border Run XL setting the fastest known time in 16hrs 16mins!
Check it out HERE
PLEASE read if you plan to attend
DISCLAIMER:
While Curve social rides are free, we require you to agree to our waiver and register here!