One of the great pleasures of living on the Redcliffe Peninsula is taking in the cool sea air, which is only enhanced by biking along one of our local cycleways.
The Moreton Bay Regional Cycleway (MBRC) connects 150 kilometres of the Brisbane coastline, from Redcliffe to Manly, but there are plenty of paths in our own neighbourhood.
And hopping on a bicycle is a great experience for almost anybody, according to Jens Uhsemann, owner of Margate-based bike repair, servicing and restoration business StreetArtCycles.
“Riding a bike saves you the hassle of finding a parking spot, keeps you active and helps you stay healthy,” Mr Uhsemann said.
The MBRC starts near Scarborough’s Pirate Playgrounds, continues to the Redcliffe Foreshore (past the Redcliffe Markets on a Sunday morning) and winds its way alongside the popular Settlement Cove Lagoon.
You can continue through Margate and onto Woody Point past the Gayundah Wrecks (a perfect photo opportunity) and for more die-hard riders, you can end your route at the Ted Smout Memorial Bridge.
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For cyclists, whether casual or more advanced, keeping a bike in tip-top working condition is important for not only performance but also longevity of equipment and rider safety.
Mr Uhsemann said that, overall, he was motivated to help people get on bikes and was happy to share his bike care advice.
“The most important thing is to keep your bike dry, clean and well-lubricated,” he said.
Although it’s definitely a good idea to make use of the City of Moreton Bay’s many bike paths, according to Mr Uhsemann, every cycling journey starts at your front door.
“Just hop on, visit friends, head to the beach, or run errands,” he said.
For those who do want to make cycling more of a recreational activity, the Briscycle website recommends “picking a section close to home and making a day out of that.”
“There are plenty of landmarks, little shops to grab lunch, and rail connections to get you back home,” the website says.
Check out the MBRC cycle paths and routes at Briscycle Moreton Bay website.
You can reach Jens Uhsemann on 0406 112 083 and locate StreetArtCycles at 13 Ewan Street, Margate.
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