event information

12/11/2024 - Important Rider Update

Gear up Girl SA offers a choice of three routes making it suitable for women of all ages and abilities to ride. All rides start and finish at Bonython Park in the centre of Adelaide.

A glass of complimentary bubbles is included with each ride. A gourmet cheese pack can be purchased as part of your registration. 

All routes are subject to change pending road and trail conditions and unforeseen circumstances.

The River Ride / 9.45am start

The River Ride is a circular route around the River Torrens following the Linear Park. This ride is suitable for all levels of ability. Great for those who haven’t done much riding and would like to take advantage of a mainly traffic free environment – you will have to watch out for pedestrians on the shared-use Linear Path however. It’s also a great option for those with young children.

This ride is approximately 10km in length 

• View the River Ride route online 
• View River Ride route map pdf

Beach Ride / 9.15am start

The Beach Ride will follows the Outer Harbour Greenway corridor from Bowden to Port Adelaide, using a mix of quiet roads and shared use paths. After stopping for free refreshments at the  Harts Mill precinct, we head west to the coast near Semaphore and then follow the beach south via Grange and Henley Beach to the mouth of the River Torrens at Henley Beach South. Riders then head east along the Linear Path, which follows the meandering path of the River Torrens, all the way back to the finish. The Beach Ride distance is suitable for all riders with moderate fitness levels.

This ride is approximately 40km in length. 

• View the Beach Ride route online 
• View Beach / Harbour Ride route map pdf

Harbour Ride / 9.00am start

The Harbour Ride offers a longer distance for those who would like to test their endurance a little more. This route follows the same Outer Harbour Greenways corridor from the City as the Beach Ride. However from Port Adelaide the ride continues on through Birkenhead to Outer Harbour and back along the beach front to Semaphore. From here you rejoin with the Beach riders and return to the City via Military Rd, Henley Beach and the River Torrens Linear Path.Suitable for reasonably fit riders who are keen for an extra challenge.

This ride is approximately 55km in length. 

• View the Harbour Ride route online 
• View Beach / Harbour Ride Route map pdf

10km River Ride $40.00

40km Beach Ride $50.00

55km Harbour Ride $55.00

Children Under 16 ride for Free  

Optional Extras

• Bicycle SA membership, if you’re not already a member (access exclusive offers and be insured)
• Coffee and food available for purchase at Cafe Bonython
• Gourmet cheese pack at the finish line @ $18 per pack
• Massage at the finish (minimum 15 minutes @ $1/minute

Below you will find essential information to help you enjoy your ride. Please take your time to read over the information.

Start / Finish Venue Information

• LOCATION: BONYTHON PARK
• REGISTRATION OPENS @ 7.45am – you MUST be registered before the Rider Briefing *
• RIDER BRIEFING – 8:40am for Harbour Ride;    8:40am for Beach Ride;   9:30am for River Ride
• START TIME – 55km 9:00am – Harbour Ride
• START TIME – 40km 9:15am – Beach Ride
• START TIME – 10km 9:45am – River Ride

*Registrations may take between 10 and 15 minutes, so allow plenty of time

• All Gear Up Girl SA routes start and finish at BONYTHON PARK on Port Rd, Thebarton
• The Event Village is on the beautiful riverside with plenty of shade and open space, ideal for a relaxing picnic at the end of a challenging but fun ride
• And if you don’t pack a picnic, there will be outlets offering food, snacks, coffees and cold drinks

Car parking – off street car parking is available in Bonython Park close to the event village. The best access is via the entry road / driveway directly opposite the old Coca-Cola factory. Click here for details.

Collection of Ride ID & Information

• All riders should collect their unique Ride ID for Gear Up Girl SA from the Bicycle SA office (11a Croydon Rd, Keswick) between 9.00am and 5.00 pm, Wednesday 13 and Thursday 14 November. If you have not collected your Ride ID, by 5pm, Thursday 14 November, you must check in at the registration desk at the start location to collect them on the morning of the ride. Your Ride ID will give you access to all food and refreshment stations en route and at the finish.
• PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU COLLECT YOUR RIDE ID PRIOR TO THE EVENT, YOU DO NOT HAVE TO CHECK IN AT THE START – you can go straight to the rider marshalling area. You can deposit small bags and items with the “cloakroom” to be collected at the finish.
• Bonython Park registrations are open at 07.45am and all riders MUST be registered before the Rider Briefings which will commence at 8:45am for Harbour Ride;  9:00am for Beach Ride;  9:30am for River Ride

Road Safety Awareness

• You must obey all Australian Road Rules.
• GEAR UP GIRL SA is an open road event
  – You will be sharing the road with other traffic
  – On shared-use paths there will be pedestrians and other users, so keep to your left, give way, pass only on the right of others and give plenty of clear warning of your approach
• Move to the left to allow motor vehicles to overtake.
• Keep your distance from those in front.
• Move off the road before you dismount.
• You must wear an approved Australian Standards bicycle helmet.
• You must ride in single file where appropriate and no more than 2 abreast at any time.
• Pass only in single file and only on the right of other riders.
• Be aware of your fellow riders and other traffic. Indicate and call out your intention to slow down, stop or change direction
• Be sociable and safe. Ride with someone who can tell you to slow down.
• Take care as other traffic may be travelling at high speeds.
• Private support vehicles are not permitted along the route. Vehicles belonging to family and friends must use an alternative route.
• The police will be patrolling the route and any riders found to be riding outside of the road rules will be subject to penalties under the Australian Road Rules.

Signage & Marshals

• From start to finish there will be Bicycle SA RED arrows and other signage marking the route.
• Signs will also indicate when you are approaching a refreshment station.
• There will be marshals (wearing fluorescent vests) on the route, riding bicycles and in vehicles, as well as at stationary posts. All volunteers and staff involved in the event will be clearly identifiable. The marshals do not have the authority to stop motorists; they are there for your safety and other road users. Please listen and follow their instructions.

River Ride – 10km

• The 10km River Ride is a circular route along the River Torrens starting and finishing at Bonython Park.
• The River Ride is a mix of shared-use bike paths and relatively quiet roads, including sections with bike lanes. This ride is suitable for all levels of ability. More details coming soon. Please Note: Take care and watch out for pedestrians on the shared-use path along the river.

Beach Ride – 40km

• The Beach Ride will follows the Outer Harbour Greenways corridor from Bowden to Port Adelaide, using a mix of quiet roads and shared use paths adjacent to the Port Adelaide rail line corridor. After stopping for free refreshments at the  Harts Mill precinct, we head west to the coast near Semaphore and then follow the beach south via Military Rd, Grange and Henley Beach to the mouth of the River Torrens at Henley Beach South. Riders then head east along the Linear Path, which follows the meandering path of the River Torrens, all the way back to the finish. The Beach Ride distance is suitable for all riders with moderate fitness levels.
• Please Note: Take care and watch out for pedestrians on the shared-use path along the beachfront and the Torrens River. Please stay to the left of the path, pass with care and follow directions of traffic marshals.

Harbour Ride – 55km

• The Harbour Ride offers a longer distance for those who would like to test their endurance a little more. This route follows the same Outer Harbour Greenways corridor from the City as the Beach Ride. However from Port Adelaide the ride continues on through Birkenhead to Outer Harbour and back along the beach front to Semaphore. From here you rejoin with the Beach riders and return to the City via Military Rd, Henley Beach and the River Torrens Linear Path.Suitable for reasonably fit riders who are keen for an extra challenge.
• The Harbour Ride is suitable for reasonably fit riders who are keen for an extra challenge.
  Please Note: Take care and watch out for pedestrians on the shared-use path along the beachfront and the Torrens River. Please stay to the left of the path, pass with care and follow directions of traffic marshals.

Refreshment Stations

There will be drink stations along each route as indicated below:

55km HARBOUR RIDE

• PORT ADELAIDE, HARTS MILL 15km
• HENLEY BEACH STH, OZONE RESERVE 30km

40km BEACH RIDE

• PORT ADELAIDE, HARTS MILL 15km
• HENLEY BEACH STH, OZONE RESERVE 43km

10km RIVER RIDE

• BONYTHON PARK, CBD 10km Riders along on the River Ride can access refreshments at the finish

NOTE:
– At each station Nippy’s water and juices, plus hydration product will be available. The refreshment station at Henley Beach Sth will also offer fresh fruit, cake and biscuits
– All riders must bring water to the start of the event and we suggest you bring some extra snacks to eat along the way or should you happen to break down
– Food and drink vendors will be onsite at Bonython Park. There will also be supplementary water and hydration product available
– Additional public toilets and mains water taps are available at regular intervals along the route where you can stop and refresh between official drink stations
– Drink Stations are the ideal places to step off your bike for a moment, have a rest, catch up with your riding buddies, enjoy the scenery and importantly, re-apply your sunscreen and make sure that you keep your hydration levels up.

Mechanical Support

Mechanical support will be available at start and limited roaming mechanical support en-route will also be available. All official event vehicles and marshals will have the resources to help with punctures, though riders are responsible for carrying their own repair kits and spare tubes as well as ensuring that their bike is mechanically sound before the event.

Emergency / Incident Procedures

IN AN EMERGENCY DIAL 000

In the event of an incident, use the following checklist as a guide:

• Ensure your safety first
• Ensure the safety and welfare of any injured person, any participants, volunteers and/or public
• Contact appropriate emergency authorities, stating your name, location, phone number, role and service(s) required
• Remain at the scene until emergency assistance arrives, unless safe to do so
• Provide all possible assistance to emergency services
• Record all actions and times and details of all involved, including possible witnesses as soon as practical. If necessary / possible take photographs
• Contact Bicycle SA as soon as possible

ROUTE SUPPORT

• BONYTHON PARK / EVENT OPERATIONS 0427 771 821
• BICYCLE SA OFFICE (general enquiries) 8168 9999  Mon – Thurs only
• EVENT MANAGER 0427 771 821

Please note that every attempt has been made to ensure the details contained in this information are accurate at the time of posting, however things can change and we urge you to check the validity of the information yourself.

Gear Up Girl Terms and Conditions

Registrations open at 07.45am and all riders MUST be registered before the Rider Briefings which will commence at 8:45am for Harbour Ride;  9:00am for Beach Ride;  9:30am for River Ride.

Yes, eBikes are welcome to participate. Please note we will be unable to charge eBikes at the event village or during the ride.

Of course! Children under 16 can ride for free. Please note they must still be registered to ride and all participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult during their ride.

If you don't know how to change a flat tyre, don't stress. Pull your bike off the road or path, turn it upside and wait for one of the Ride Marshals to ride by. Or, call our mobile bike mechanic or the Event Manager (contact details on your route map). We do ask all riders to bring a spare tube and portable pump with them.

Absolutely not – any type of suitable exercise clothing will be fine! Always check the weather forecast before the ride and dress accordingly. Layering items is a great idea, so you can add or subtract clothing as you need.