There are many ways to tour Western Australia on a bicycle. This is just a short introduction to some of them, and some highlights of each. There may be other ways available, or you can mix and match to suit your schedule.
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Touring In The Heat
For those of you that are thinking about bicycle touring in Western Australia and live in a cooler climate, the heat here may be a shock. I will quote all temperatures in Celsius, but 38 Degrees Celsius is around 100 degress Fahrenheit.
During summer in Perth, there may be days on end where the maximum day time temperature is above 38 degrees. The minimum overnight temperature in summer may only drop to 22 degrees. Yes it does get hot enough to melt the bitumen, and to cook eggs on the barbeque plate without lighting the barbecue.
Commuting Tips
With the end of the summer holidays, many people are returning to work. Some people are commuting by bicycle to work. Some for the first time. Here are some useful tips for commuting to work and back each day. We will add to them as more people suggest them.
Introduction To Gears
There are many types of gear systems available on bicycles today, but this article will address the most common type of gear system found on bicycles. The front and rear derailleur system. If you are new to gears, this article may help you to understand them a bit more.
Gear Technique
It’s not only the adjustment of your gears that helps them to change properly, but also your technique for changing gears that affects the way they change. Also like a loaded truck, a bicycle should have the gears changed down to a lower one before stopping. Why? Read on.
Water Cages
The first thing that you should put on your bicycle after a pump is water cages. Don’t stop with one but put two or more if possible. Most bicycles have room for two inside the main triangle part of the frame usually on the down tube and the seat tube. Some bicycles also have a third mounting facing forward at the bottom of the down tube.
Ride Guide – Kalbarri Town Cycle Path
This ride is on a shared path that takes you the length of the main town area. It follows the river front, and passes the Pelican Feeding area, the Visitor Centre and the Voluntary Marine Rescue.
Ride Guide – Eco Flora Cycle Path Kalbarri
This path takes you from Eco Flora Estate to the south edge of the Kalbarri National Park. This section of path is good for touring as it allows you to come off of the main road and travel on a path without any traffic. Also you do not have to pedal too much because it is all down hill if you are riding up from the south.
Ride Guide – Melaleuca Cycle Walk Path
This cycle path is called Melaleuca Cycle Walk Trail. It will take you along the ocean edge of Wittecarra Creek. This path is also covered with wild flowers in wild flower season which makes it a beautiful scenic ride during the season. There are not too many land marks on this path such as shops or buildings. The ride is on a shared path.
