there has been changes for G Club's monthly ride. the venue changed from G Hotel main entrance to in front of Hong Kong Shanghai Bank Beach Street in support of NO CAR ZONE. details are as follow :-

Date : 8th Jan 2012

Time : 7.30am

** ride will end at NO CAR ZONE (in front of HSBC)

Route : will split into 2 groups.

1. from NO CAR ZONE to Teluk Bahang n back to NO CAR ZONE (Ben Woon will lead)

2. from NO CAR ZONE to Heritage area and back to NO CAR ZONE (children below 12 will have to be accompanied by adult)

as usual : NO HELMET NO RIDE

Date : 19 November 2011 SATURDAY

Time : 7.30 pm - 12.00 pm

Meeting Point : PUSPAKOM, TELUK KUMBAR,

Route : Round Island via Teluk Kumbar - Balik Pulau - Teluk Bahang - Batu Ferringhi - Gurney Drive - Jelutong - Bayan Baru - Bayan Lepas - Teluk Kumbar. Estimated distance about 80kms.

Difficulties : Moderate, no moon and expected to rain. Weather forecast at www.met.gov.my

Bike : Any bike, MTB (suggested)

the re will be a short MTB ride up Mt Erskine, details as follow :-

Date : 12/11/11

Time : 4.15pm

Where to meet : car par behind Mt Erskine market

NO HELMET NO RIDE !!!

24th G Club Bahang Ride is back. Details as follow :-

Date : 9/10/11

Time : 7.30am

Where to meet : G Hotel main entrance

Will stop by Teluk Bahang kopitiam for breakfast.

NO HELMET NO RIDE

will be riding up CARPET this Sunday. Details as follows :-

Date : 25/9/11

Time : 7.30am

Where to meet : Yoyo Cafe, Sg Ara

will be coming down via "reverse carpet" way.

in the event rain, ride cancel.

NO HELMET NO RIDE

St Nicholas School for The Blind's : Ride for Sight

(with full support from G Club Penang Cyclists)

Date : 18th Sept 2011 (Sunday)

Time : 07.30am

Venue : Kompleks Sukan Balik Pulau, Penang

Family fun ride suitable for all ages. Route will take you thru kampong, fishing village, padi fiends.

Total distance : 12km (it's really not that far !!!)

The final press conference for CFAL3 will be held at G Hotel, Penang, Details as follow :-

Date : 6/9/2011 (Tursday)

Time : 10.00am

Venue : G Hotel (Salon2)

Press, sponsors and members of the public invited. All are welcome.

Ride to Stop Child Sexual Abuse

Date : 31st July 2011

Time : 7:30am

Where to meet : Esplanade (Padang Kota Lama), Speakers' Corner

More details :-

WCC (Women's Centre for Change) & G Club Penang Cyclists will be holding this ride on above date to promote Kempen Rakyat Pulau Pinang: Stop Sexual Crimes Against Children.
The distance will be about 12km around Georgetown Heritage area and ends at Esplanade.

Kempen Rakyat PP and WCC members will set up a booth to create awareness at the venue.

This is yet another interesting event jointly organised by the Penang Chinese Town Hall & the G Club Penang Cyclists, a 120 Km ride from Penang to Betong (Thailand) on the 9th July, 2011 in conjunction with the Penang Governor's Birthday.

EVENT      ;      ST NICHOLAS RIDE FOR SIGHT

DATE        ;      18TH SEPTEMBER, 2011,  7.30 AM

VENUE      ;      KOMPLEK SUKAN BALIK PULAU

TERRAIN   ;      KAMPONG ROUTE SUITABLE FOR FAMILY. TOTAL 12 KM; REFER PHOTOS

REGISTRATION TO BE ANNOUNCED BY ST NICHOLAS SOON; PRESS CONFERENCE ON 29TH JUNE, 2011

Ride with the moon and smell of durian

through the silent of the villages

hear the sound of waterfall

with a steep to climb

greet by a roar of the waves

slapped by a sea breeze

to welcome you to the heat of city

Date : 18 June 2011

Time : 7.45 PM

Last Meeting Point : PUSPAKOM Teluk Kumbar

Route : Clockwise

Preparation : No backup , be prepared with all needs for the night ride. Must wear helmet. Please register to join. Ride will on with minimum 2 riders.

Contact : maraza 0125724470 / 0194061331

NOTE : Ride safely. Organiser takes no responsbility to any irregularities before, during and after the ride.

Round Penang island on the night time.

Date : 11th June 2011

Time : 7.45 pm

Meeting Place : PUSPAKOM Teluk Kumbar

Distance : est 80km.

Difficulties : No backup vehicle. Please be self sufficient and have a proper attire and good lights. Help within the group with minimum spare parts.

Contact : maraza at 0125724470

Ride will on with minimum 2 riders. If interested please register or contact me.

NOTE: Ride safely at your own risk. Organiser take no responbilities on any irregularities before, during and after the event.

Round Island Night Ride

Date : 28-5-11
Time : 7.45pm
Meeting place : Puspakom Teluk Kumbar

Contact : Maraza 012-five-seven-two-4470

The monthly G Club Bahang Ride is back again. Details as follows :-

Date : 8/5/2011 (Sunday)

Time : 7.30am

Where to meet : Main Entrance G Hotel (Gurney Drive)

NO HELMET NO RIDE

A press conference will be held for the upcoming Campaign For A Lane 3rd Edition. Details as follows :-

Date : 19th April 2011

Time : 10.00am

Venue : G Hotel (Salon 1)

Light snacks will be served, all are welcome.

time really flies, the 20th edition of G Club Bahang Ride is back again !!! details as follow :-

Date : 10/4/2011 (Sunday)

Time : 7.30am

Where to meet : G Hotel main entrance

NO HELMET NO RIDE

anyhting with 2 wheels except eletrical & motorised !!!

Well Tan from Folding Bike KL has requested Gclub to lead them in a full 80km round island trip on Sunday 27 March 2011 on foldable bikes.  Those who want to join please bring your foldie 7am in front of G Hotel Gurney Drive, Penang

Any questions please contact Farmer Foo 016 4009975 or Dshee 012 423 1163 (sms as I'm away)

Round Penang Island Night Ride

Date : 26 March 2011

Time and Place;

1st. meeting point : 1st Seaside Queensbay Roundabout (7.00pm)

2nd. meeting point : PUSPAKOM Teluk Kumbar (7.45pm)

Estimate time : 5 hours

Estimate distance : 80 kms

Route : Queensbay - Puspakom - Simpang Empat - Jalan Sg Nipah - Jalan Baru - Jalan Teluk Bahang - Teluk Bahang - Jalan Tg Bungah - Gurney Drive - Esplanade - Lebuhraya Tun Lim Chong Eu - Bayan Baru - Teluk Kumbar.

Date : 26 February 2011

Time : 07.30pm - Meeting at Queensbay (sea side) First Roundabout

           08.00pm - Meeting at PUSPAKOM Teluk Kumbar

Duration : 5 hours

Distance : 80 kms (est)

Type of bike : Any

Route :  Queensbay - Bayan Lepas -PUSPAKOM Teluk Kumbar - Simpang Empat Balik Pulau - Sungai Nipah - Jalan Baru - Sungai Pinang - Jalan Teluk Bahang - KHALIL RESTAURANT Teluk Bahang (Rest)- Jalan Tanjung Bungah - Gurney Drive (Rest) - Esplanade - Jelutong Expressway - Queensbay - home

G Club MTB Ride to CARPET & 7 Corners. Details as follows :-

Date : 20/2/2011 (Sunday)

Time : 07.15 hrs

Where to meet : Yoyo Cafe Sg Ara

NO HELMET NO RIDE

Impromptu ride from Gurney to Balik Pulau and back via Tun Sardon

Break at Balik Pulau for dinner

Organisied jointly by Gerald, Wusolo, Daniel and Ah Loon

It will be a slow fun ride

Foldies are welcomed to join

Starting from Kelawai road opposite Gurney Plaza 6pm and meeting Gerald and Wusolo at Maybank Tanjung Bungah.  If you are keen to join us, meet us at either of these two places, 6pm and 6.15pm respectively

Contact Gerald Foo 016 4009975 or Daniel 012 423 1163

Cheers !

2 SUPPERS RINR

Date : 29 January 2011

Time : 7.30pm at last meeting point, PUSPAKOM Teluk Kumbar

Route : PUSPAKOM - Simpang Empat - Jalan Baru - Pantai Acheh - Teluk Bahang (Rest ) - Gurney Drive - Esplanade - Weld Quay - Bayan Baru - Bayan Lepas - Teluk Kumbar . X2

Bike : Road or MTB

Time estimate : 8 hours at 25kmph ( 7.30pm - 3.30 am )

Distance : 150 kms +-

Date : Saturday Night 15 January 2011

Time : 7.30 pm at last Meeting Point  PUSPAKOM Teluk Kumbar

Average speed : 20-25 kmph

Distance : 80 km

Must be self sufficient, taking early light dinner and can use any type of bike (Foldie, MTB or Road) and MUST have proper head and rear lighting and can be seen by another road user. Ride on your own risk and  obey all traffic rules as this is not a race. Ride in a group and regroup from time to time at a suitable place esp at the peak and junction.Please aware of road condition. NO HELMET NO RIDE!

Date : 1 January 2011

Time : 8.00pm 

Meeting Point : PUSPAKOM Teluk Kumbar

Duration : 5 hours

Distance : 80 kms (est)

Type of bike : Any

Route : PUSPAKOM Teluk Kumbar - Simpang Empat Balik Pulau - Sungai Nipah - Jalan Baru - Sungai Pinang - Jalan Teluk Bahang - KHALIL RESTAURANT Teluk Bahang (Rest)- Jalan Tanjung Bungah - Gurney Drive (Rest) - Esplanade - Jelutong Expressway - Bayan Baru - Bayan Lepas - Teluk Kumbar.

Must be self sufficient.No backup vehicle. Well lighting ( head and rear lights) and HELMET is a MUST. Make sure that you can be seen by other motorist. Must obey all traffic rules and RIDE AT YOUR OWN RISK.

Come feel the heat as the riders take on the terrain with their road bikes, passing through obstacles, curves, bends and potholes.

For details: http://www.kotrt.com.my/fellowship_main.html

Date: 19 Dec 2010

Meeting time: 0715 hours

Meeting place: Kheng Hai Tong Cafe (N5° 24.076 E100° 16.535)

Contact: Michael Tham, (019) 410-Seven One Eight Nine or mtmckayATstreamyxDOTcom

Description:  Tough climb on car accessible pavement up to the Temple of Clear View (1200 steps temple).  The climb could be overwhelmed for some.  Ride duration could take more than 2 hours.

Note: Please take note that ride plan may change due to weather or other cycling events.  Do contact the ride master to confirm before the date.

Participants are treated to the 3 F's of mountain biking: food, fun and fellowship.  The main event, Penang Kayuh Lasak, takes riders through the many heritage trails and bridle paths that weave around Penang Hill.

LIMIT TO 800 PARTICIPANTS ONLY!

ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL BEGIN ON 18 OCTOBER 2010.

For details:  http://www.kotrt.com.my/kayuh_lasak.html

Date: 28 Nov 2010

Meeting time: 0715 hours

Meeting place: Sungai Tiram Roti Bakar(Joo Leong Cafe) (N5° 18.134 E100° 16.583)

Contact: Michael Tham, (019) 410-Seven One Eight Nine or mtmckayATstreamyxDOTcom

Description:  MTB ride on singletrack, which I think is the most scenic trail in Penang.  Trail gradient to be easy to intermediate.  This is a true mountain bike offroad ride.  Ride duration is about 1 to 1.5hours.

Note: Please take note that ride plan may change due to weather or other cycling events.  Do contact the ride master to confirm before the date.

Date: 21 Nov 2010

Meeting time: 0745 hours

Meeting place: Yoyo Cafe (N5° 19.204 E100° 16.164)

Contact: Michael Tham, (019) 410-Seven One Eight Nine or mtmckayATstreamyxDOTcom

Description:  This not an easy ride.  You are riding up to a peak that is close to Malihome Bungalow on cemented singletrack.  One of the toughest trails to ride in Sungai Ara Farmer Trail system.  But you will be rewarded with the breathtaking view to Balik Pulau and Bayan Baru areas.

Note: Please take note that ride plan may change due to weather or other cycling events.  Do contact the ride master to confirm before the date.

Date: 5th November 2010 (Friday)

Meeting time: 0715 hours

Meeting place: Sungai Tiram Roti Bakar(Joo Leong Cafe) (N5° 18.134 E100° 16.583)

Contact: Captain, (012) 42-Seven seven eight 8 three

Description: MTB ride on singletrack, which I think is the most scenic trail in Penang. Trail gradient to be easy to intermediate. This is a true mountain bike offroad ride. Ride duration is about 1 to 1.5hours.

Note: Please take note that ride plan may change due to weather or other cycling events. Do contact the ride master to confirm before the date.

NO HELMET NO RIDE

Date: 31 Oct 2010

Meeting time: 0745 hours

Meeting place: Yoyo Cafe (N5° 19.204 E100° 16.164)

Contact: Michael Tham, (019) 410-Seven One Eight Nine or mtmckayATstreamyxDOTcom

Description:  MTB ride on singletrack up to a house painted in blue(hence the name Blue House).  Trail gradient to be intermediate to tough.  This is a true mountain bike offroad ride.  Details of the trail can be found here:  http://www.pbb.com.my/node/464

Note: Please take note that ride plan may change due to weather or other cycling events.  Do contact the ride master to confirm before the date.

For more details, visit http://burunghantu2010.blogspot.com/

Dear members,

To all you night riding fans, the 6th Full Moon Ride is coming.  Get your blinkers and lights ready because we are going for an exciting ride. We will be joining other riders in Bayan Baru.

Event :  Full Moon Round Island Night Ride

Date: 17 Oct 2010

Meeting time: 0745 hours

Meeting place: Yoyo Cafe (N5° 19.204 E100° 16.164)

Contact: Michael Tham, (019) 410-Seven One Eight Nine or mtmckayATstreamyxDOTcom

Description:  You will be riding on car accessible farmer trail that will lead you to a well manicured lawn yard that we call carpet or secret garden.  Gradient of the trail is to be easy to moderate.   Ride duration should in between 2 to 3 hours.

Note: Please take note that ride plan may change due to weather or other cycling events.  Do contact the ride master to confirm before the date.

A fellowship & gathering nite will be held on the eve of the big ride for all riders to gather round to talk about their club activities, rider experiences, places to ride........

Once again, we are fortunate that G Hotel had come forward to sponsor with free flow of drinks (cordials / soft drinks) and background music...

Details are as follow :-

Date : 16/10/10 (Saturday)

Time : 7pm to 11pm

Venue : Open Terrace behind G Hotel / McDonald Gurney Plaza.

Bring your friends and let's party.....

A 2nd press conference will be held for CFAL 2nd Edition. Details as follows :-

Date : 8th October 2010

Time : 10.00am

Venue : G Hotel, Salon 1

Light refreshments n food will be served.

the monthly G Club Bahang Ride will be cancelled for the month of October. A pre-CFAL round island ride (clockwise) will be taking place instead.

Details as follows :-

Date : 3rd Oct 2010

Time : 0700hrs

Where to meet : G Hotel main entrance, Gurney Drive.

It will be a slow and easy ride with stops in between. Should be able to finish within 4 hours.

Date: 19 Sep 2010

Meeting time: 0720 hours

Meeting place: Kheng Hai Tong Cafe (N5° 24.076 E100° 16.535)

Contact: Michael Tham, (019) 410-Seven One Eight Nine or mtmckayATstreamyxDOTcom

Description:  You will be riding up to Air Itam Dam and then to a temple in the middle of fruit orchard in the vicinity of Air Itam Dam forest reserve.  The trail grade is to be moderate with few slope that could be challenging for some.   Ride duration should in between 1.5 to 2.5 hours.

Note: Please take note that ride plan may change due to weather or other cycling events.  Do contact the ride master to confirm before the date.

13th Edition of G Club Bahang Ride. Details as follows :-

Date : 12/9/10 (Sunday)

Time : 7.30am

Where to meet : G Hotel main entrance

NO HELMET NO RIDE

G Club will be taking a ride up Pg Hill Mid Station. Details as follows :-

Date : 31/8/10 (Tuesday)

Time : 7.30am

Where to meet : Asia Cafe, Air Itam. (N5°24.360 E100°16.964)

We will have a short breakfast and ride will start by 7.45am.

NO HELMET NO RIDE

For those who have not tried cycling round island or want to find out what to expect during the CFAL 2nd Edition ride feel like (sort of)... then you should come join us for an easy ride cum makan...

there will be sufficient stops for food n drinks if you are worried about not able to finish the whole trip at 1 go..... we will stop at Teluk Kumbar, Balik Pulau, Titikerawang as well as Teluk Bahang.

The ride will start from Hillside Tg Bungah. details as follow :-

Date : 27/8/10

Time : 0700hrs

Where to meet : ESSO Hillside

Below are the time / venue that we will be passing by to "pick up" more riders

0710 - Gurney Drive (Oriental Seafood)

0720 - Esplanade (in front of clock tower)

0740 - Opposite E Gate

Date:  22 August 2010   

Meeting time: 0800 hours

Meeting place: Restoran Kim Mah (N5° 16.371 E100° 27.144, this is an approximated position, you can copy and paste this GPS coordinates onto google map and it will show you the location)

Contact: Michael Ooi, (012) 486-Three One Three Seven

Description:  This is a monthly MTB ride organized by LP MTB Club.  Food and drinks will be served after the ride(RM20 per person).  BYOB.  Please be at the meeting point earlier since they would like to start the ride at 8am sharp. 

For more details about the ride, please contact Michael Ooi. 

Date: 20 August 2010

Meeting time: 1700 hours

Meeting place: Sg Lembu Light Industrial Park (N5° 21.009 E100° 31.171, you can copy and paste this GPS coordinates onto google map and it will show you the location)

Contact: Michael Ooi, (012) 486-Three One Three Seven

BMMBH FB Page: http://tiny.cc/bmmbh

Date:  13 August 2010   

Meeting time: 1700 hours

Meeting place: Kim Beh Seafood Restaurant (N5° 16.371 E100° 27.144, this is an approximated position, you can copy and paste this GPS coordinates onto google map and it will show you the location)

Contact: Michael Ooi, (012) 486-Three One Three Seven

No much details given.  Do visit the website for more details.

Organizer's homepage:  LANGKAWI MOUNTAINBIKE MARATHON

This is the 2nd edition of Nibung Tebal MTB event.  Details:  http://ntmtba10.blogspot.com/

Venue:  USM, Trans Kerian campus

Fee:  RM50.00 per head (before 30 June 2010) / RM60.00 per head (after 30 June 2010)

For more details, visit http://pcprace.blogspot.com/

Date: 30 Jul 2010

Meeting time: 1700 hours

Meeting place: Sg Lembu Light Industrial Park (N5° 21.009 E100° 31.171, you can copy and paste this GPS coordinates onto google map and it will show you the location)

Contact: Michael Ooi, (012) 486-Three One Three Seven

Date: 25 Jul 2010

Meeting time: 0720 hours

Meeting place: Kheng Hai Tong Cafe (N5° 24.076 E100° 16.535)

Contact: Michael Tham, (019) 410-Seven One Eight Nine or mtmckayATstreamyxDOTcom

Description:  You will be riding up to Air Itam Dam and then to a temple in the middle of fruit orchard in the vicinity of Air Itam Dam forest reserve.  The trail grade is to be moderate with few slope that could be challenging for some.   Ride duration should in between 1.5 to 2.5 hours.

Note: Please take note that ride plan may change due to weather or other cycling events.  Do contact the ride master to confirm before the date.

Date: 23 Jul 2010

Meeting time: 1730 hours

Meeting place: Sg Lembu Light Industrial Park (N5° 21.009 E100° 31.171, you can copy and paste this GPS coordinates onto google map and it will show you the location)

Contact: Michael Ooi, (012) 486-Three One Three Seven

Description:  Bike hash cum birthday ride for some BMMBH members.  No fees to join.  Just bring your gears and bike to meet at trailhead.  For more details about the ride, please contact Michael Ooi.  Do take note that BMMBH also observe No Helmet No Ride policy.

Note: Please take note that ride plan may change due to weather or other cycling events.  Do contact the ride master to confirm before the date.

Please take note that the registration fee will be RM150 per head if you register after the closing date! For details of this road ride event, visit http://www.pbb.com.my/node/940

ate: 18th July 2010

Meeting time: 0700 hours

Meeting place: Butterworth Bus Terminal food court (N5°23.728' E100°21.947') or see here, http://tinyurl.com/pgsentralfoodcourt

Contact: Turbo Snail, (012) 423-OneSevenTwoFive

Route: B'worth jetty - Prai- Bt Mertajam - Kulim - Sg Kob - Karangan - Mahang - Sungai Tengas - Terap - Kulim - Machang Bubuk - BM - Prai - B'worth jetty.

Distance: ~130km

Date: 11 Jul 2010

Meeting time: 0800 hours

Meeting place: Sg Lembu Light Industrial Park (N5° 21.009 E100° 31.171, you can copy and paste this GPS coordinates onto google map and it will show you the location)

Contact: Michael Ooi, (012) 486-Three One Three Seven

Description: A prelude before the first bike hash in Penang.  The ride will run in a hash format so there will be long ride and a short ride(for beginners).  All are welcome. For more details of the ride please get in touch with Mike Ooi.

Note: Please take note that ride plan may change due to weather or other cycling events. Do contact the ride master to confirm before the date.

The monthly G Club Bahang Ride will be held this Sunday. Details as follow :-

Date : 11th July 2010

Time : 7.30am

Where to meet : G Hotel Main Entrance, Gurney Drive

NO HELMET NO RIDE

See ya....

Tempat : Mes Perwira TUDM Butterworth ~ GPS coordinate 5 27′46.50″N, 100 22′56.56″E

Tarikh : 10 Julai 2010 (sabtu) ; Masa :7.30 am ; Bayaran : FREE ; Trek : Offroad 60%, Tarmac 40%

Makanan disediakan ; Penyertaan hanya terhad kepada 200 rider sahaja…..!!

Date: 04 Jul 2010

Meeting time: 0715 hours

Meeting place: Kheng Hai Tong Cafe (N5° 24.076 E100° 16.535)

Contact: Michael Tham, (019) 410-Seven One Eight Nine or mtmckayATstreamyxDOTcom

Description:  Tough climb on car accessible pavement up to the Temple of Clear View (1200 steps temple).  The climb could be overwhelmed for some.  Ride duration could take more than 2 hours.

Note: Please take note that ride plan may change due to weather or other cycling events.  Do contact the ride master to confirm before the date.

For more details, visit http://jamboree-lipis.blogspot.com/

Date: 27 June 2010

Meeting time: 0630 hours

Meeting place:  Lenggong, Perak(N5°07.709' E100°59.572')

Contact: UCI, Ipoh(United Cyclists of Ipoh, http://www.facebook.com/posted.php?id=103628628863#!/group.php?gid=103628628863)

Date: 20 Jun 2010

Meeting time: 0715 hours

Meeting place: Sungai Tiram Roti Bakar(Joo Leong Cafe) (N5° 18.134 E100° 16.583)

Contact: Michael Tham, (019) 410-Seven One Eight Nine or mtmckayATstreamyxDOTcom

Description:  MTB ride on singletrack, which I think is the most scenic trail in Penang.  Trail gradient to be easy to intermediate.  This is a true mountain bike offroad ride.  Ride duration is about 1 to 1.5hours.

Note: Please take note that ride plan may change due to weather or other cycling events.  Do contact the ride master to confirm before the date.

Distance:about 47km.

Contact: Ivan Chan (012 379 two nine seven nine) or Pete (012 227 four four four three) for more info. 

The 13th G Club Bahang Ride is back again. Details of the ride are as follow :-

Date : 13/6/2010

Time : 0730am

Where to meet : In front of G Hotel main entrance (where else !!)

Will regroup opposite Rasa Sayang Hotel before proceeding to T. Bahang kopitiam for breakfast.

As usual, will ride up to T. Bahang dam where it will be split into few groups with rides to Pantai Aceh, Tropical Fruit Farm, round island or simply head back to G Hotel.

RELA will be engaged to assit traffic flow.

NO HELMET NO RIDE

Date: 06 Jun 2010

Meeting time: 0745 hours

Meeting place: Yoyo Cafe (N5° 19.204 E100° 16.164)

Contact: Michael Tham, (019) 410-Seven One Eight Nine or mtmckayATstreamyxDOTcom

Description:  This not an easy ride.  You are riding up to a peak that is close to Malihome Bungalow on cemented singletrack.  One of the toughest trails to ride in Sungai Ara Farmer Trail system.  But you will be rewarded with the breathtaking view to Balik Pulau and Bayan Baru areas.

Note: Please take note that ride plan may change due to weather or other cycling events.  Do contact the ride master to confirm before the date.

This is not KRI's Ipoh Fellowship Ride but organized by different group of cycling enthusiasts.

Entry fee to be RM50 per head.  Deadline: 14 May 2010.

Sketchy details. Do visit their blogspot for updates, http://happytoride-ipohjamboree2010.blogspot.com/

Date: 30 May 2010

Meeting time: 0720 hours

Meeting place: Kheng Hai Tong Cafe (N5° 24.076 E100° 16.535)

Contact: Michael Tham, (019) 410-Seven One Eight Nine or mtmckayATstreamyxDOTcom

Description:  You will be riding up to Air Itam Dam and then to a temple in the middle of fruit orchard in the vicinity of Air Itam Dam forest reserve.  The trail grade is to be moderate with few slope that could be challenging for some.   Ride duration should in between 1.5 to 2.5 hours.

Note: Please take note that ride plan may change due to weather or other cycling events.  Do contact the ride master to confirm before the date.

Date: 23 May 2010

Meeting time: 0745 hours

Meeting place: Yoyo Cafe (N5° 19.204 E100° 16.164)

Contact: Michael Tham, (019) 410-Seven One Eight Nine or mtmckayATstreamyxDOTcom

Description:  MTB ride on singletrack up to a house painted in blue(hence the name Blue House).  Trail gradient to be intermediate to tough.  This is a true mountain bike offroad ride.  Details of the trail can be found here:  http://www.pbb.com.my/node/464

Note: Please take note that ride plan may change due to weather or other cycling events.  Do contact the ride master to confirm before the date.

Date: 23 May 2010

Meeting time: 0615 hours(penang jetty) & 0730 hours (BORR's R&R)

Meeting place:

1. BORR's R&R (N5°26.045' E100° 22.622')

2.  For those who would like to join this ride from Penang.  Please gather at Penang jetty by 6.30am.  The group from Penang will be led by Daniel Lee, (012) 423 five seven two three

Contact: Turbosnail, (012) 423-One Seven Two Five or turbosnailATimap-mailDOTcom

If you have school going age kids, register them now to participate in this educational program on bicycle safety.  This event is organised by G Club and it's FREE !!

Date:  16th May 2010, 8am

Venue: MPPP Safety Park, behind Anson Road

Map:

For those interested in off road riding, come join us on the above ride. Details as follows :-

Date : 15/5/10 (Saturday)

Time : 3.30pm

Where to meet : car park behind Mt Erskine market

Will ride up to the water catchment area then "find" our way down to Youth Park.

"NO HELMET NO RIDE"

For more info about this 50km MTB ride event, please visit the official link:  JAMBOREE MTB JASIN 2010

The ride is said to be going through various terrainswith different levels of difficulties.

Registration fees:

Before 2 April 2010: RM50.00 per head

After 2 April 2010:  RM60.00 per head

No deadline for registration is given. 

Payment can be made via CIMB 04070013430527. Account name: Bendahari Belia 4B Air Barok Jasin.

Since I pulled out from IS2010 due to my wrist injury and not going for the Kulim Burung Hantu Ride too, I am thinking maybe an easy road ride during the labor day's break.  Anyone who are thinking of doing a road ride during the weekend are welcome to join me. 

Meeting point:  Mcdonald's Sunrise Tower (N5°26.397' E100°18.492') at 0715hours or
Bagan Jermal Bus Stop, Tanjung Tokong (N5°26.425' E100°18.451', before Bagan Jermal Fire Station if you come from Gurney traffic junction) at 0730hours

Route: Gurney - Tg Bungah - Tlk Bahang - Balik Pulau - Pondok Upih -  Pulau Betong and back

Distance: Targeting 100km(that's what Metric Century means!).

Date: 01 May 2010

Meeting time: 0830 hours

Meeting place: Lebuh Bukit Jambul (N5°20.644' E100°16.778')

Contact: Turbosnail, (012) 423-One Seven Two Five or turbosnailATimap-mailDOTcom

Description: 
I am planning to do the trail that we did last week in reverse.  The gradient should be easier since it is more downhill incline.  For those who don't have any ride plans that day are welcome to join us.  For more details of the ride we did last week please refer to http://www.pbb.com.my/node/901 and http://www.pbb.com.my/node/915 .

Date: 25 Apr 2009

Meeting time: 0715 hours

Meeting place: Genting Cafe, Lorong Delima 6 (N5° 22.979, E100° 18.231)

Contact: Turbosnail, (012) 423-One Seven Two Five or turbosnailATimap-mailDOTcom

Yeah, yeah.  I was supposed to be in CH now.  But due to some last minute schedule changes, I am here and my wife is enjoying my 200 horse six potter lau pok car now...:(

Anyway, I am thinking of doing metric century tomorrow.  Meet at the bus station at Tanjung Tokong(just right after the Gurney junction).  Route: TBA.  We will decide on that day. 

Distance: Chris and I will try to achieve 100km(that's what Metric Century means!).

All roadies and MTB-ers on slick are welcome! 

Btw, sorry for the late announcement.  I have been busy!

Dear members,

The will be a meeting on above date. details as follows :-

Date : 16/4/10 (Friday)

Time : 9pm

Venue : Desa Embun Emas Apartment Community Hall

Topic for discussion : 1) G Club Safety Campaign 2) G Club Annual Round Island Event

all are welcome.

the 11th G Club Bahang Ride is back again. Detailsof the ride are as follows :-

Date : 11th April 2010 (Sunday)

Time : 7.30am

Meeting Place : G Hotel Main Entrance, Gurney Drive

As usual, we will engage RELA to assist in controlling traffic. We regroup opposite Rasa Sayang before preceeding to Teluk Bahang kopitiam for breakfast.

The may be groups heading to Pantai Ache or Round Island. Will anounce while at Teluk Bahang Dam.

Same simple rule applies : NO HELMET, NO RIDE.

remark : Please sign up if you are coming for the ride.

To see more details about this ride, go to Teluk Bahang ride

there will be a meeting at following venue :-

Date : 6/4/10; Tuesday

Time : 9pm

Venue : Desa Embun Emas Apartment, Community Hall; Lorong Sg Kelian (Near Hillside, Tg Bungah)

http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?hl=en&ie=UTF8&view=map&msa=0&ll=5.462575,...

Agenda : 1) Safety Ride Campaign 2) G Club CM Ride - 2nd edition  3) Kwong Wah 100th year anniversary event; 4) any other matters

All G Club members welcome.

Date: 04 Apr 2010

Meeting time: 0720 hours

Meeting place: Kheng Hai Tong Cafe (N5° 24.076 E100° 16.535)

Contact: Michael Tham, (019) 410-Seven One Eight Nine or mtmckayATstreamyxDOTcom

Description:  You will be riding up to Air Itam Dam and then to a temple in the middle of fruit orchard in the vicinity of Air Itam Dam forest reserve.  The trail grade is to be moderate with few slope that could be challenging for some.   Ride duration should in between 1.5 to 2.5 hours.

Note: Please take note that ride plan may change due to weather or other cycling events.  Do contact the ride master to confirm before the date.

http://www.pbb.com.my/node/800

Date: 28 Mar 2010

Meeting time: 0745 hours

Meeting place: Yoyo Cafe (N5° 19.204 E100° 16.164)

Contact: Michael Tham, (019) 410-Seven One Eight Nine or mtmckayATstreamyxDOTcom

Description:  MTB ride on singletrack up to a house painted in blue(hence the name Blue House).  Trail gradient to be intermediate to tough.  This is a true mountain bike offroad ride.  Details of the trail can be found here:  http://www.pbb.com.my/node/464

Note: Please take note that ride plan may change due to weather or other cycling events.  Do contact the ride master to confirm before the date.

Some sort like fellowship ride.  No closing date is given.  Think you can register on the spot.  Please refer to below or the link for details:

JOM KAYUH 1 MALAYSIA

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Place;   Pulau Betong Village Trail

Time ;  0730 am, 21st, March 2010

Meeting Place;  Pulau Betong Kopitiam (N5° 18.308' E100° 11.672')

Description of Ride;  Easy to moderate ride; Good initiation ride for first timers and those wanting to hv a trial of riding. Flat terrain and will be riding along the coast, mangrove swamps, padi fields and fishing villages; Distance about 40 Km.  FOR PHOTOS OF THE RIDE, PLS REFER TO GALLERY ON "PULAU BETONG - PANTAI ACHEH ".

THIS IS AN MTB RACE!

Deadline is 1 March 2010.  So be quick if you want to take part.  Registration fee is RM65 for each category. 

For more info, visit http://www.arineenadventures.com/slmtb-challenge/

After missing last month's Bahang Ride due to CNY, our next Bahang Ride will be held on the following date :-

Date : 14th March 2010

Time : 7.30am

Meeting point : G Hotel main entrance(N5°26.269' E100°18.622').

All are welcome.

View our Trail section for more details

Date: 07 Mar 2010 (Sunday)

Meeting time: 0730 hours

Meeting place: Yoyo Cafe (N5° 19.204 E100° 16.164)

Description:  You will be riding on car accessible farmer trail that will lead you to a well manicured lawn yard that we call carpet or secret garden.  Gradient of the trail is to be easy to moderate.   Ride duration should in between 2 to 3 hours.

Note: Please take note that ride plan may change due to weather or other cycling events.  Do contact the ride master to confirm before the date.

Date: 28 February 2010

Meeting time: 2015 hour

Meeting place: Island Plaza

Other Meeting Place: Kah Kean Cycling Shop @ 2130 hour

Contact: Stingray, 017 four four zero nine six eight three or raymondDOTtan@mymethDOTcom

View Trails: Round Island

Route (estimate worst time): Island Plaza (2015)- Green Lane (2045)- Bukit Gambier - Bayan Baru (meet another cycling group : 2130) - Teluk kumbar - Balik Pulau (2230) - Teluk Bahang (2345) - Island Plaza (0030)

Ride duration: 3.0 Hours to 4.0 Hours.

Distance: about 72 km

Average Speed: 20km/h

Sketchy details.  But I think this fellowship ride is a roadie event. Ride distance is 80+ km from Bertam, Kepala Batas to Tanjung Dawai.  RM40 per head.  For other info regarding this event, visit http://crossortxc.blogspot.com/2010/01/kayuhan-amal-untuk-pengurusan-orang.html

Peng from Laksamana cycling club, Prai is organising a 2 days 1 night cycling trip to Betong, Thailand

Five confirmed to ride on Friday morning 7am from Prai, expected home the following day late in the evening.  Anyone keen please sign up or contact Peng hp 012 4339335 penbh@yahoo.com or Raymond 012 4988462

Club's website http://laksamana-cycle-club.blogspot.com/

Starting: Gather at Prai Kulim Highway 1st toll gate 7.00 am

Preparations:

1) Personal effects for 1 night stay in Betong

2) Bicycle lights front and back

3) Helmet

4) Suncream

5) Malaysian Ringgit (no need Thai Bath)

6) Passport

Details:  http://simtbexploration.blogspot.com/

Venue: Seri Iskandar, Perak (N4° 21.501 E100° 58.022)

For details of the race, visit http://www.pbb.com.my/node/746

Due to request, we will heading over to Gertak Sanggul for our "siew kang" ride before we say goodbye to the year of Ox. Details of the ride as follows :-

Date : 13/2/10 (CNY ever)

Time : 7.30am

Where to meet : Gertak Sanggul roundabout (N5°16.882' E100° 11.406').  You can also refer to the following Google Map for the location of the meeting point: http://Gertak Sanggul Roundabout

Date: 07 Feb 2010

Meeting time: 0720 hours

Meeting place: Kheng Hai Tong Cafe (N5° 24.076 E100° 16.535)

Contact: Michael Tham, (019) 410-Seven One Eight Nine or mtmckayATstreamyxDOTcom

Description:  You will be riding up to Air Itam Dam and then to a temple in the middle of fruit orchard in the vicinity of Air Itam Dam forest reserve.  The trail grade is to be moderate with few slope that could be challenging for some.   Ride duration should in between 1.5 to 2.5 hours.

Note: Please take note that ride plan may change due to weather or other cycling events.  Do contact the ride master to confirm before the date.

I will be going on my regular Mt Bike adventure up Mt Eskine this coming Sunday afternoon. Those who are interested, please refer to the below details 

Date: 31/Jan 2010

Time: 1600hrs

Meeting Point: The car park behind Mt Eskine market. 

Contact no: 012-48 two two nine seven two 

Email: kntheng@gmail.com

Description

We will take a slow ride up the trail to Point 23. Distance is about 3-4km. We should be back down in 90 mins. 

Date: 30 January 2010

Meeting time: 0600 hours

Meeting place: Island Plaza

2nd Meeting Place: Union Secondary School @ 6:15am

Contact: Stingray, 017 four four zero nine six eight three or raymondDOTtan@mymethDOTcom

Marshall: Susumu & Daniel Lee (both are good in climbing up the hill)

Excursion: Lazy Rider (Balik Pulau Tour Guide) will lead us to a mild offroad trail along the coastal line to catch the breath taking scenary before heading to the Famous "Hokkian Mee & Kopi O"

Mid Sweeper: Nightrider (ride during the night time, got the eyes of hawk)

Final Sweeper: Stingray & Aubun (both love to chit chat)

Blogger: Posh66 (talented writer & fast in flat road)

PAC (Penang Adventurer Club) is taking the lead of 3rd Saturday Night Ride.
For January, it will fall on 23rd Jan
Time: 8.00pm (do come 15mins in advance)
Starting Point: Canteen of Youth Park
Route: Youth Park to Botanical Garden
Please ensure you have suffiecient lighting!

This is easy road ride. Children are acceptable

No Helmet, No Ride!

This is it !! after giving much thought together with Turbosnail and consulting other members, the above ride is now confirmed.

Details of the ride are as follows :-

Date : 22/1/10

Time : 7.15pm

Meeting place : Genting Restaurant, Island Glades (N5° 22.979, E100° 18.231)

Trail to tackle : Bukit Gambier

As this is the 1st time we are trying out the trail at night, we would like to set some conditions before you could join us.

1. you need to have at least 2 LED headlights

2. you need to have a rear red light as well

3. you need to have your mobile phone with you

4. you must at least gone to 2 to 3 off road ride before this ride (meaning you should know what to expect in terms of riding conditions)

Date: 03 Jan 2010

Meeting time: 0745 hours

Meeting place: McDonald's Sunrise Tower, Gurney Drive (N5° 26.397 E100° 18.492)

Contact: Turbo Snail, (012) 423-One Seven Two Five or turbosnailATimap-mailDOTcom

Date: 02 Jan 2010

Meeting time: 0615 hours

Meeting place: Union Secondary School

Contact: Stingray, 017 four four zero 9683 or raymondDOTtan@mymethDOTcom

Description:  Normally on every saturday morning, I will ride solo for round island ride. If you want to join me you are welcome but please take some light breakfast before the ride because there will be only one stop at teluk bahang for drinks & breakfast.

Route: - Union Secondary School - Green Lane - Airport - Teluk Kumbar - Balik Pulau - Teluk Bahang - Island Plaza - Bagan Jermal - Union Secondary School - Green Lane.

Ride duration: 3 hours to 3.5 Hours.

Distance: 72 km

Average Speed: 20km/h

NO HELMET NO RIDE

Event                :    Briefing on Penang to Singapore Ride (Riders Wusolow and Daniel Shee)

Place                :     Sandy Bay Paradise Hotel (Rotary Club Tg Bungah meeting room)

Time                :      9.00 pm, 29th December, 2009

What is it about  :    Please refer recent forum with the above topic

Date: 27 Dec 2009

Meeting time: 0745 hours

Meeting place: Yoyo Cafe (N5° 19.204 E100° 16.164)

Contact: Michael Tham, (019) 410-Seven One Eight Nine or mtmckayATstreamyxDOTcom

Description:  You will be riding on car accessible farmer trail that will lead you to a well manicured lawn yard that we call carpet or secret garden.  Gradient of the trail is to be easy to moderate.   Ride duration should in between 2 to 3 hours.

Note: Please take note that ride plan may change due to weather or other cycling events.  Do contact the ride master to confirm before the date.

Date: 26 Dec 2009

Time: 1200 - 2400 hours

Meeting place: Kompleks Rakan Muda, Kamunting (N4° 53.824 E100° 44.155)
Contact: PN. SURYANI : 019 – 478 one three seven zero, EN. SHAIFUL : 019 – 511 eight zero eight eight, EN. SHAFIZ : 019 – 644 six seven zero eight
Description: Goodies and reg plate collection for Taiping Heritage Ride participants.

Date: 20 Dec 2009

Meeting time: 0715 hours

Meeting place: Sungai Tiram Roti Bakar(Joo Leong Cafe) (N5° 18.134 E100° 16.583)

Contact: Michael Tham, (019) 410-Seven One Eight Nine or mtmckayATstreamyxDOT

Description:  MTB ride on singletrack, which I think is the most scenic trail in Penang.  Trail gradient to be easy to intermediate.  This is a true mountain bike offroad ride.  Ride duration is about 1 to 1.5hours.

Note: Please take note that ride plan may change due to weather or other cycling events.  Do contact the ride master to confirm before the date.

1st TRAIL   -   GURNEY DRIVE TO TLK BAHANG 

DATE  ;   20th, December, 2009

TIME  ;   830 am

PLACE;   G hotel, Salon (to be confirmed)  -  Breakfast provided courtesy from G hotel. After press conference  at G hotel adjourn to Gurney Roundabout for unveiling of first bicycle signage.

ATTIRE;  G club official t shirt    or    Campaign for a lane t shirt  (  Those who wants to ride please let us know so that we could arrange for security guard to take care of your bike while you attend the conference a G hotel

2nd TRAIL   -   HERITAGE ENCLAVES

The monthly G Club Bahang Ride is here again. Details as follows :-

Date : 13/12/09

Time : 7.30am

Where to meet : Main entrance of G Hotel, Gurney Drive

This trip, we might do a shorter stop at T. Bahang kopitiam then proceed to TFF and turn back.

Bring your friends.

Date: 6th December 2009

Meeting time: 6.30am SHARP

Meeting place: Penang Jetty

Ride duration: 3 hours one way.

Description: We will be riding from B'w to Pantai Merdeka where we take a boat across the Merbok River to Tg Dawai. We then proceed to Merbok for an early lunch. Then to Archaeology Museum.

Bring a change of clothes if you like to take a dip in the rock pools.

Trails mostly flat. If you like riding, exploring and a bit of history, you'll definitely enjoy this.

Please be punctual. Last boat trip from Tg Dawai to Pantai Merdeka is tentatively at 5.00pm. If we miss this boat we will have to go home via Sg Petani.

Email me at wusolowATgmailDOTcom to confirm participation.

Date: 06 Dec 2009

Meeting time: 0745 hours

Meeting place: Yoyo Cafe (N5° 19.204 E100° 16.164)

Contact: Michael Tham, (019) 410-Seven One Eight Nine or mtmckayATstreamyxDOTcom

Description:  You will be riding on car accessible farmer trail that will lead you to a well manicured lawn yard that we call carpet or secret garden.  Gradient of the trail is to be easy to moderate.   Ride duration should in between 2 to 3 hours.

Note: Please take note that ride plan may change due to weather or other cycling events.  Do contact the ride master to confirm before the date.

Date: 05 Dec 2009

Meeting time: 0600 hours

Meeting place: Island Plaza

Contact: Stingray, 017 four four zero 9683 or raymondDOTtan@mymethDOTcom

Description:  Normally on every saturday morning, I will ride solo for round island ride. If you want to join me you are welcome but please take some light breakfast before the ride. I would prefer NON STOP for breakfast because my Saturday VISA will expired at 0930.

Route: Island Plaza - Bagan Jermal - Green Lane - Airport - Teluk Kumbar - Balik Pulau - Teluk Bahang - Island Plaza.

Ride duration: 3 hours to 3.5 Hours.

Distance: 62 km

Average Speed: 20km/h

NO HELMET NO RIDE

Short ride up Tropical Fruit Farm. 

Start Venue :  Esso Tg. Bunga (Opposite nasi Kandar shop)

Time :  2:00pm

Short Break at mamak shop in Teluk Bahang and stop at peak of Tropical Fruit Farm.

Advice for those who want to join :  Put on Sunscreen to avoid being roasted.

**No Helmet, No Ride**

Contact :  Nightrider 012-418 9663

Chairman Dr Lim and Chia will be retracing the 'Ride with CM' round island starting off Esso station Tanjung Bungah 7.00am.  All are welcome to join the ride, the more the merrier !

ps:  Dr and his gang from tanjung bungah will be riding pass gurney drive around 7.15am and then down the coastal road to Queensbay and on to Batu Maung.  You are welcome to join us at any point along this stretch... 

For Dr Lim,

Daniel Shee 

Date: 22 Nov 2009

Meeting time: 0745 hours

Meeting place: Coffeeshop opposites to 7/11 (approx. N5° 24.110 E100° 16.605)

Contact: Michael Tham, (019) 410-Seven One Eight Nine or mtmckayATstreamyxDOTcom

Description:  You will be riding up to Air Itam Dam and then to a temple in the middle of fruit orchard in the vicinity of Air Itam Dam forest reserve.  The trail grade is to be moderate with few slope that could be challenging for some.   Ride duration should in between 1.5 to 2.5 hours.

Date: 21 Nov 2009

Meeting time: 0700 hours

Meeting place: De Juice-Big Ben's Breakfast (N5° 26.101 E100° 17.684)

Contact: Richard Khor, rikhorcsATgmailDOTcom,

Description:  You will be riding up to 168 Cafe of Penang Hill via the Jln Waterfall jeeptrack.  After a regroup at 168 Cafe and carbo loading, they will be going down via offroad singletrack.   Please take note that this is a physically demanding ride and also require riders that understand their bikes and themselves well.  Newbies are NOT encouraged to join this ride.  Ride duration should be in between 1.5 to 3.0 hours depending how fit the riders are.

Date : 15 Nov 2009
Time 7.30am

Venue : Jabatan Perhutanan, Jalan Kelang Lama, Kedah (call organizer for details since the venue mentioned is at different location on map)

Route : Kulim- Bukit Hijau -Kulim 84km actual distance

Entry Fees : RM 30 (Steel is real T-shirt will be included)
Vintage and Retro Road bikes, road and MTB are welcome

Registration closed on 15 Nov or reaching 200 participant which ever comes first
Forms are available at several bikes shops:
Penang: CCI and Dreamwerks
Seberang : KT and Pinkbike
Kulim : Beskal, Tmn Selasih
Contact the following for more information

Date: 15 Nov 2009

Time: 0700 - 1600 hours

Meeting place: Plentong, Johor Bahru (N1° 31.260 E103° 49.491)

Contact: Cyclemotion,  (012) 711 - one zero nine one or (012) 752 - one zero seven seven

Description:  55km of verious terrains in Plentong, Johor Bahru.  Entry fee is RM25 per head.  For more details visit http://www.cyclemotion2000.com

G Club monthly Teluk Bahang ride is here again.

Details as follows :-

Date : 8/11/2009 (2nd Sunday of the month )

Time : 7.30am sharp

Meeting place : G Hotel, Gurney Drive main entrance.

As usual, we stop at Teluk Bahang kopitiam for breakfast.

I will not be able to join since I have other family commitments.

For those who are interested, please refer to below for details:

Venue:  Sungai Ara Farmer Trail

Date: 01 Nov 2009

Time: 0745 hours

Meeting place: Yoyo Cafe (N5°19'11.65" E100°16'10.33"), Jln Kenari, Sungai Ara

Contact:  Michael Tham (019) 410-seven one eight nine

Description:  You will be riding on car accessible farmer trail that will lead you to a well manicured lawn yard that we call carpet or secret garden.  Gradient of the trail is to be easy to moderate.   Ride duration should in between 2 to 3 hours.

Participants at the start of the Round Island Ride 7am this morning !

Note: More exciting pictures from the camera men will be uploaded onto this page and to the gallery soon.  Those riding Teluk Bahang and Family ride, your pictures will be shown here or in the gallery shortly. 

Route: bukit jambu - bayan Lepas - b.pulau and back
Meet: Vistana Hotel, Yeap Chor Ee road.
Time:  7.30am
Contact: Richard Lee, H/P no: 012-4547129