Tackling Willunga Hill

We ask pro-cyclist Steve Cunningham for some last minute tips on tackling Willunga Hill at this weekend's Amy's Ride SA - Sunday 2 November

Team Austin - the next chapter

Austin Arrowsmith shares the next chapter of his story...
Family participation in events is a great thing. Sharing the excitement with loved ones is an awesome experience, from riding to school with Dad, to riding over the finish line. 

Amy's Riding Bar Recipe - get baking for your ride

Wrap a few up and chuck them in your bike jersey pockets and you're set! Amy Schwarz will be riding Amy's Ride SA for the first time this year. Go Amy! 

Bike TLC - for safer smoother riding

Darren Wing was ahead of the game when he realised that jobs at Holden were not going to last and he decided to put his mechanical skills to good use - as a mobile bike mechanic. It's been over a year now since he left Holden and started this exciting new venture. We ask Darren for some essential tips on bike love and care. 

Avoiding the dreaded 'bonk'

Listening to your body - what happens when the body has had enough during a ride. Alison Patterson, Advanced Sports Dietitian explains how to prevent energy crashes and finishing your ride strong.

Amy's Ride SA Strava Challenge - Willunga Hill

Join us on the Amy's Ride SA 2014 Strava Challenge - Willunga Hill. Prize for fastest time on event day - 2 November 2014 

We need you to vote with your pedals

Looking for a reason to ride Amy's Ride SA this year? Getting 3,000 people on bikes sends a very powerful message to government. 

Amy's Ride SA - Transport options - getting there and back

Check out this visual map (infographic) to help you decide on transport options for Amy's Ride SA. How to get to the start line and back home after the main event. You can also download the participant information - a guide with essential information to help you enjoy the ride.

Bike carries explained - easy options for transporting your bike

Transporting bikes can be a pain in the boot. A cryptic jigsaw if you also need to fit in the kids, the dog, the picnic, the friend and maybe the surfboard. We ask Ben Venturi at Roof Rack City what the deal is with bike carriers for each and every occasion.

5 reasons why the new finishing venue rocks - Serafino Wines

This year, Amy's Ride SA has a new finishing venue - Serafino Wines in McLaren Vale - and last week, Bike SA did a little site visit. 

It's nothing short of awesome. Here's why every person on a bike is going to love it - and why you should come and join us. 

Spin Cycling? Essential training or just hype?

There’s a popular saying in the world of cycling that says "60 mins on the trainer is worth 90 mins on the road". Bike SA has a chat to Spin Cycle Coach Roxanne to see if it’s worth the hype. 

***SPECIAL OFFER:
Register for Amy’s Ride SA 2014 by 30 September to go into a draw to win a Mega Spin course which commences 14, 15 or 16 October 2014

Willunga Hill vs. Skenes Creek - comparing the toughest climbs

Margaret Boylan has conquered Willunga Hill and Skenes Creek. She takes some time out to share her personal experience of both climbs...

Super cycling tips - doing it right

Aaron Griffiths shares some super tips on how to do it right on Amy’s Ride SA 2014. An ambassador for cycling in his organisation, here are some sweet cycling tips to get you motivated. He will be riding the 70KM Challenge with his 10 year old daughter. 

Ride plan #1: Yarn and ride - the joys of Amy's Ride SA

By no means an olympic champion, Chris is not too worried about her average speed. She enjoys getting out on the road and having a good yarn when riding. 

Amy’s Ride SA 2014: Route map revelations - what to expect

Before we get down with the detail, two new things to remember: 

• #1 - This year we ride on the NEW refined Southern Expressway 
• #2 - We finish at Serafino Winery McLaren Vale to music, wine, dine and beer

Download the master route map and plan your ride. Here’s what to expect. 

A snapshot of ride options - registrations open

Did you know registrations are on sale now? Check out available ride options in the snapshot below. What’s your style? Do you have a personal challenge this year? Join us for this mass ride - support safer cycling.