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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!
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.
STRAVA EVENTS: HERE
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!
The Rhino Run
Event Details
The Rhino Run returns for 2026! Rhino Run is a 3,050km unsupported gravel bikepacking race traversing from Windhoek, Namibia to Graaff-Reinet, South Africa with a masterfully crafted route which showcases some of the most incredible riding you'll ever find.
Entries are open, tickets cost $199 AUD and are limited to 150 riders.
BOOK YOUR TICKET HERE
When: 12th Oct 2026
Start: 6:22am Windhoek, Namibia
What Bike?: Gravel bike with a minimum of 50mm tyres
ROUTE: HERE
What's included with my ticket?
- Spot Device tracker and the tracking fee included for the race.
- Daily highlights package for supporters to watch and interact with from our media team on course.
- Charitable foundations supported - a portion of the entry and the funds from the documentary will go to Masaka Foundation and Team Amani
- Documentary feature film of the race released toward the end of the year! Once everyone has recovered.
- Discount code from Tailfin for any bikepacking bags you may need.
Audax Australia: Searching for the Bunyip
EVENT INFO
This October, for those of you in Victoria, Australia, we're encouraging you to explore the glorious gravel of the Bunyip State Park with one of our favourite Audax rides. This ride is run by Audax Australia but many of the Curve squad will be there to join the fun. We hope to see you there to support another wonderful Audax event. Please note this is an unsupported Audax event but there is a fee to enter (see below for registration details)!
When: Sat 17 Oct 2026, 9:00am
Distance: 100 km with 1,400 m of climbing
Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31122596
Registration: Click here
Where: Sherwood Park Orchard, Bunyip, VIC.
This is generally a social and relaxed affair with a wide mix of riders, many of whom are trying a mixed terrain event for the first time.
The ride runs through the Bunyip State Park, close to Melbourne and accessible via the Pakenham train line. It's mainly on quiet unsealed roads, with plenty of great scenery and and rolling hills. What more could you ask for?
The total distance is a 100 km, with 1,400 m of climbing and about 50% gravel. The gravel sections are usually well maintained, and there is no single track. If you feel comfortable with your ability to ride off-road, this event is even doable on a road bike if you bring your sense of adventure.
There are two checkpoints, Gembrook Bakery at 35km and Sherwood Park Orchard Cafe at the finish.
This event is the first of the Mixed Terrain Series and an ideal warm up for the later events, Grand Ridge Road Randonnée 200, and Jam for Jamieson 200/300/400.
And don't forget to join us for a spot of lunch after the ride at the Sherwood Orchard Cafe.
Event details here Event Register – Audax Australia
To ride in Audax Events you MUST be a member, but one-month memberships are available.
PLEASE read if you are planning to attend!
Membership
To participate in an Audax ride you must be a member and there is a small fee. Audax is not-for-profit and all income goes back to the club to continue putting on rides.
Can you ride the route any other time? Sure thing, Audax rides are run on public roads and if this date does not work for you, feel free to ride it anytime. Audax wants to see as many people as possible on their bikes. Of course, supporting the ride on the event day helps keep the club running and recognises the efforts of the volunteer ROs.
Membership includes insurance, not just for the duration of the ride but anytime you ride within the membership period (for accident and third-party damage). Membership is 1 month, 1 year or 3 years. More details here Membership – Audax Australia
Tocar La Roca - Curve Malaga
EVENT INFO
When: 7 Nov
Ride info (distance and vm): 210km 3200mt
Start (place & time): Casa Curve 6:00 am. Start Riding 6:30 am
Fin: Punta Europa, Gibraltar
Surface: Tarmac with some gravel sections
What bike: Endurance road with wide tire clearance or gravel bike. Bring lights !
Hey legends!
For November, we’ve got a brand new adventure lined up that promises to be legendary. The name says it all: Tocar la Roca (Touch the Rock)! We're heading straight for Gibraltar during one of the best times of the year to ride around here.
Most of the route will be on smooth tarmac, but we're throwing in a few gravel sections to spice things up. This gives the ride a fun twist and means we’ll have a great mix of different bikes in the group! Once we reach Gibraltar and complete the ritual of touching the rock, we’ll all grab dinner together to end the day with good food and great stories.
Same setup as our Granada trip:
- Zero extra weight: Drop your luggage off at the shop beforehand and we'll haul it in the support van so you can ride light.
- Accommodation: Booking your bed for the night in La Linea is up to you. If you need any recommendations on where to stay, just ask!
- Easy ride home: To get back to Málaga, we'll have a private bus and van waiting in La Línea. We'll take you, your bike, and your gear back home for €30. The Bus leaves Sunday at 10AM.
Who's in to come touch the rock with the crew?
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!
Kevin's Birthday Ride!
EVENT INFO
We're going for a world record! The most amount of Kevin's on one bike ride! So bring your Kev out and let's go for an awesome bike ride!
When: 15 Nov
Ride info (distance and vm):
Start (place & time): Bryant Reserve, Ivanhoe
Surface: Gravel. But you can take it on with anything 40mm tyres and up.
What bike: KEVIN! Who let the Kevs out? (if you don't have a Kev, other gravel bike are allowed)
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!
CURVE FLINTA* 850
Event Details
The Curve FLINTA* 850 is a self supported gravel bikepacking adventure. The route was drawn up by Curve’s own April Drage to showcase the value and need for a challenging, bikepacking event for FLINTA* riders. The route begins in central Melbourne and traverses the Victorian High Country; think wild and deeply rewarding rather than beginner friendly. Inspired by Lael’s Rallies, this event is not a race, just an opportunity to head out at the same time as like minded people, with a focus on connection and personal challenge, not competition.
BOOK YOUR TICKET HERE
STRAVA EVENT: HERE
FB EVENT: HERE
When: 21st Nov 2026
Start: 5:30am Melbourne GPO
What Bike?: Gravel bike or hard tail mtb with a minimum of 29 x 2.0" tyres
ROUTE: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53403792
2026 Logistics Sheet: HERE
FAQs
Who is this for?
FLINTA* is a German abbreviation that stands for "Frauen, Lesben, Intergeschlechtliche, nichtbinäre, trans und agender Personen", meaning women, lesbians, intersex, non-binary, trans and agender people.
This route is not beginner-friendly. It can be slow going at times, you may encounter wild weather (extreme heat or even snow!) and you may need to lift your bike over fallen trees or other obstacles.
Fear not, if you’re keen but not experienced that’s just fine; with many months ahead to get ready, you won’t be a beginner by the time November rolls around. Reach out to april@curvecycling.com if you need some advice about how to prepare. You don’t need to be fast to have a good time out there (it’s not a race), but you will need to be self-sufficient. There is no support of any kind offered as part of this event.
A Whatsapp community will be created for registered riders, to facilitate collaborative preparation if you’d like to get involved.
What bike do I need?
A gravel bike or hard tail mountain bike with a minimum tyre size of 2 inches will be best for this ride. The terrain includes small sections of rugged 4WD track, rough fire roads and steep, rocky climbs and descents.
How do I get back to Melbourne from Wangaratta?
VLine offers a regular train service from Wangaratta to Melbourne. Bikes can be taken on Vline (not XPT) trains, but capacity can be limited. Do your research, but rest assured it should be straight forward and cost you about $11.
Is there a cut off time?
There is no time limit. However, a group finisher dinner will occur in Melbourne on Monday night the 30th of November. You have a little more than 9 days to ride the route and find your way back; plenty of time!
Is there a registration fee? No. Participation is free. You will be responsible for all personal expenses associated with participation. What else do I need to know? There are long stretches without phone service. We strongly recommend that you carry an emergency beacon (a Garmin inreach or similar) with you on this route. A SPOT tracker can be rented from MAProgress. A MAProgress tracking page will be set up for the event. You will need to carry everything you need to be self-sufficient- tool kit, clothing layers, shelter and food. If you need advice about your kit, just ask.
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!
Fiesta de Navidad - Curve Malaga
EVENT INFO
When: 19 Dec
Ride info (distance and vm): 42km 700mt
Start (place & time): Artisan: 10:30 am. Start Riding 11:00 am
Fin: Casa Curve
Surface: Gravel
What bike: Gravel Bike
Hey legends!
To end the year on a high note, we want to organize one last event to wrap up a 2026 that has been truly unforgettable for Curve in Europe. It's been a year full of big changes, key learnings, and, above all, getting so much closer to all of you.
As a way to say a huge thank you for all your support, we're inviting you to join us for a short ride to stretch the legs before rolling directly into Casa Curve to throw a proper party.
We'll fire up the BBQ and the pizza oven to grab some food together, have a few cold drinks, toast to everything we've shared this year, and start dreaming up the challenges ahead.
Who's coming to wrap up the year with us at Casa Curve?
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!