Community is at the heart of everything we do at Curve. We love to explore a less serious, slightly more adventurous style of cycling. We stage regular events, from our weekly women’s gravel and trail ride to flashpacking weekends and full-service supported cycling expeditions. We do this with a single-minded goal: to share the style of riding we love with the diverse and supportive community we have built.
We have had wonderful experiences on the slightly more adventurous side of cycling. We want to help you build the confidence to experience that too. We are all born with a sense of adventure – don’t let that die! Our team has extensive adventure cycling knowledge, learned from bikepacking races, gravel cycling, adventure cycling and extended bike tours all around the world. We love sharing our knowledge to help you explore the planet by bike more confidently. Knowledge that isn’t shared is wasted.
REGULAR SHOP RIDES
All Curve shop rides run weekly, year-round. 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.
Wednesday Road Ride
More Info & Disclaimer
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 Curve for coffee part two.
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!
Finishes back at Curve at 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
Curve will host this social ride every Wednesday. We would love to see you there. Our goal is to get as many people off the couch as possible to explore a slightly more adventurous and fun side of cycling. It doesn't matter how big or small you are, what brand of bike you ride, what you choose to wear, what your chromosomal composition is, etc - you are welcome, as long as you bring your sense of fun and adventure (which includes agreeing not to sue us, and releasing us from all liability). While some of the Curve squad will be riding, there is no formal organisation. If you do come along, you will need to be self-sufficient (bring everything you need) and remember that this is a fun social ride - not a race in any way shape or form. It will just be like you're out riding with your mates - nothing more.
By turning up you accept:
> that cycling can be a dangerous activity and that you are at risk and may suffer or cause injury or death or property loss or damage;
> that you must take care to avoid injury or damage to yourself and others; and
> fully assume all risks associated with your ride, known and unknown, and all responsibility for losses, costs and damages you incur as a result of your ride.
Thursday Trails Ride
Ride Details
Every Thursday - Coffee @6:30 am | Ride @6:45 am
14 km | 250 vm
Start/Finish: Curve HQ
Surface: Single Track, gravel, bike paths
What to Ride: Gravel Bike
Ride Difficulty: Beginner - Intermediate
Ride File: HERE
Join Sarah and Carly for a social and inclusive ride on local trails. This ride is for all women/trans/non-gender-conforming riders.
More Info & Disclaimer
The route will be mixed terrain, taking in single track, trails, some roads, bike paths and gravel along Kew Boulevard. This is perfect for any beginner looking to explore dirt more, and learn a few skills.
The route will stay mostly the same each week and may vary with the weather, or we will add optional sections for those wanting to try more technical trails. A gravel bike is best for this ride.
Coffee at Curve HQ from 6:30 am
Ride departs at 6:45 am SHARP!
Finishes back at Curve at 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
Curve will host this social ride every Thursday. We would love to see you there. Our goal is to get as many people off the couch as possible to explore a slightly more adventurous and fun side of cycling. It doesn't matter how big or small you are, what brand of bike you ride, what you choose to wear, what your chromosomal composition is, etc - you are welcome, as long as you bring your sense of fun and adventure (which includes agreeing not to sue us, and releasing us from all liability). While some of the Curve squad will be riding, there is no formal organisation. If you do come along, you will need to be self-sufficient (bring everything you need) and remember that this is a fun social ride - not a race in any way shape or form. It will just be like you're out riding with your mates - nothing more.
By turning up you accept:
> that cycling can be a dangerous activity and that you are at risk and may suffer or cause injury or death or property loss or damage;
> that you must take care to avoid injury or damage to yourself and others; and
> fully assume all risks associated with your ride, known and unknown, and all responsibility for losses, costs and damages you incur as a result of your ride.
Friday Trails and Tribulations
Ride Details
Every Friday - Coffee @6:30 am | Ride @6:45 am
20 km | 300 vm
Start/Finish: Curve HQ
Surface: Single Track, gravel, bike paths
What to Ride: Gravel Bike
Ride Difficulty: Intermediate
Ride File: HERE
Join Liege and Curve crew for a social and inclusive ride on local trails. This ride is open for anyone with a gravel bike and experience riding single track/trails. This is a no drop ride, and we regroup when possible.
More Info & Disclaimer
The route will be mixed terrain, taking in single track, trails, some roads, bike paths and gravel along Kew Boulevard. This is not a beginners ride, you must have some basic trail riding skills.
The route will stay mostly the same each week but may vary with the weather. A gravel bike is best for this ride. This is not a beginners ride.
Coffee at Curve HQ from 6:30 am
Ride departs at 6:45 am SHARP!
Finishes back at Curve at 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
Curve will host this social ride every Friday. We would love to see you there. Our goal is to get as many people off the couch as possible to explore a slightly more adventurous and fun side of cycling. It doesn't matter how big or small you are, what brand of bike you ride, what you choose to wear, what your chromosomal composition is, etc - you are welcome, as long as you bring your sense of fun and adventure (which includes agreeing not to sue us, and releasing us from all liability). While some of the Curve squad will be riding, there is no formal organisation. If you do come along, you will need to be self-sufficient (bring everything you need) and remember that this is a fun social ride - not a race in any way shape or form. It will just be like you're out riding with your mates - nothing more.
By turning up you accept:
> that cycling can be a dangerous activity and that you are at risk and may suffer or cause injury or death or property loss or damage;
> that you must take care to avoid injury or damage to yourself and others; and
> fully assume all risks associated with your ride, known and unknown, and all responsibility for losses, costs and damages you incur as a result of your ride.
EVENTS
Joining Curve on one of our regular events? Be sure to read all details of the event below, including our disclaimer. In the event of poor weather or cancellation, we will do our best to communicate both here and on our social networks. We look forward to seeing you out there!
CURVE Womxn's Xmas Ride & Party
Social - Ride & Party
Sunday 3rd December
@ 8:30 am - coffee | 9 am - ride
55 km | 500 vm
Start: Denzil Don Reserve, West Brunswick
Finish: Brewdog Brewery, Pentridge
Surface: Single Track, gravel and sealed
What to ride: Gravel Bike
Ride File: HERE
Join the Thursday morning crew for a social spin to Woodlands Historic Park, followed by lunch and refreshments aT Brewdog Brewery. This ride is for all women/trans/non-gender-conforming riders. All welcome.
More Info & Disclaimer
Wear your best Xmas outfit and join us on a social mixed terrain ride exploring creek-side tracks, trails and bike paths of the northern Melbourne burbs with a loop around Woodlands Park. It finishes with lunch/drinks at Brewdog Brewery.
This ride isn't a particularly challenging one - it is quite flat and there is nothing very technical.
Expect mostly gravel tracks, bike paths and a little bit of single track. There are a couple of short hike-a-bike sections in the final few km before Pentridge where the course ends.
Meet at 8:30 am for coffee and treats, then 9 am we roll!
DISCLAIMER
Curve will put on a social ride on this course on Sun 3 Dec. We would love to see you there. Our goal is to get as many people off the couch as possible to explore a slightly more adventurous and fun side of cycling. It doesn't matter how big or small you are, what brand of bike you ride, what you choose to wear, what your chromosomal composition is, etc - you are welcome, as long as you bring your sense of fun and adventure (which includes agreeing not to sue us, and releasing us from all liability). While some of the Curve squad will be riding, there is no formal organisation. If you do come along, you will need to be self-sufficient (bring everything you need) and remember that this is a fun social ride - not a race in any way shape or form. It will just be like you're out riding with your mates - nothing more. You will need to find your own way around the route, so please load it onto your navigation device.
By turning up you accept:
> that cycling can be a dangerous activity and that you are at risk and may suffer or cause injury or death or property loss or damage;
> that you must take care to avoid injury or damage to yourself and others; and
> fully assume all risks associated with your ride, known and unknown, and all responsibility for losses, costs and damages you incur as a result of your ride.
Mallee Blast Slide Night
Social Night
Tuesday 12th December
Doors open at 6pm. Event starts at 6:30pm
All welcome.
Free Event at Curve HQ
TICKETS AVAILABLE: HERE
Join us at Curve Cycling HQ for a special slide night with the Mallee Fledglings as they share stories of their first bikepacking event - The Mallee Blast. Light refreshments supplied.
Full Event Details
Join us at Curve Cycling HQ for a special slide night with the Mallee Fledglings as they share stories of their first bikepacking event - The Mallee Blast. The MB is a fully unsupported and off-road bikepacking race, with everything from easy gravel roads to corrugated sandy stretches, single track, and more. Riders can choose between the full 1000km route or the shorter 500km distance.
Earlier this year, our own April Drage, alongside Carly Williams and Alice Marsh, hatched a plan to see how many women/trans/non-gnc riders they could get to the start line. April had previously ridden this route in 2021 and knew that this was the perfect course for those curious about this style of riding/racing. This project, affectionately named the 'Mallee Fledglings', has been fuelled with patience, love, info nights and answering infinite questions about bikepacking.
Of the 53 riders lined up, 17 were Mallee Fledglings, many of whom have never tackled anything close to 500 km.
These riders all have different motivations to take on this challenge. Just getting to the start line was the hardest part. What unfolded after that was very different from what many may have planned, thanks to heavy rains and muddy roads.
So please hear how this incredible project began, the riders involved, and how much rain and mud this group endured over 500 km. We will have a Q&A with a number of the riders, as well as some photos from the event to share.
This is a free event, and light refreshments will be supplied.
You can BYO/UberEATS your dinner.
All are welcome, but you must grab a ticket so we can plan for seating and catering.
Hope to see you all at Curve on Tuesday, December 12th.
Doors open at 6 pm. The talk starts at 630 pm.
CURVE Xmas Ride & Party
Social Night - Ride & Party
Wednesday 13th Dec @ 6 pm
Location: Ride kicks off from Gipps Street Bridge (Andrews Reserve Abbotsford). Party is after at Curve HQ.
It's been another massive year, we all made it through, and that's worth celebrating. Please join us for our last ride of 2023!
More Info & Disclaimer
Join us for a chilled 30 km mixed terrain tour of Melbourne's inner northern burbs to celebrate the end of another year! After the ride, we'll meet back at Curve HQ for an end-of-year celebration where some food and drinks will be on us. The route contains a bit of everything - short sections of single track, dirt tracks, a few meters of cobbles, bike baths, and some bitumen, perfect for a Curve Kevin, any gravel bike, or a road bike if you're a hellcat!
If you don't feel like riding, no worries! Come meet us for the party after from 8 pm. All welcome.
DISCLAIMER
Curve will put on a social ride on this course on Wed 13 Dec. We would love to see you there. Our goal is to get as many people off the couch as possible to explore a slightly more adventurous and fun side of cycling. It doesn't matter how big or small you are, what brand of bike you ride, what you choose to wear, what your chromosomal composition is, etc - you are welcome, as long as you bring your sense of fun and adventure (which includes agreeing not to sue us, and releasing us from all liability). While some of the Curve squad will be riding, there is no formal organisation. If you do come along, you will need to be self-sufficient (bring everything you need) and remember that this is a fun social ride - not a race in any way shape or form. It will just be like you're out riding with your mates - nothing more. You will need to find your own way around the route, so please load it onto your navigation device.
By turning up you accept:
> that cycling can be a dangerous activity and that you are at risk and may suffer or cause injury or death or property loss or damage;
> that you must take care to avoid injury or damage to yourself and others; and
> fully assume all risks associated with your ride, known and unknown, and all responsibility for losses, costs and damages you incur as a result of your ride.
RIDE FILE POSTED SOON.