Nick TurnerIf you’re in Sydney, and you’re into bikes in any capacity and you’re not attending the monthly bike rave – you might be missing out on one of the best bike events out there.
Not sure what that is, exactly? Well it’s essentially a party, on bikes. Booming speakers crank dance, trance house and even a bit of industrial to keep the group moving.
If there’s ever an event that embodies the concept of ‘It’s OK if you don’t get it’ – this is it.
Starting out at Redfern station, Justin and I met up with 100 or so other riders in the thick summer evening sun. A huge mix of bikes, from aero road bikes to folding commuters and everything in between. Just after 7 we headed out on a 20-something kilometre circuit from Redfern, to Ultimo, over to Darling Harbour, Barrangaroo, up to the CBD before ripping around a night time loop of Centennial Park then back down to Redfern. Finishing up at a local brewery with a complimentary schooner of choice. Bikes, Beats, Beers and Banter. What’s not to love?
The vibe was unreal, it was something like being a kid again and roaming the neighborhood, but supercharged. And you’d think a huge gang of cyclists cranking booming rave music might be a bit obnoxious – but the most surprising aspect was just how many people were cheering us on, dancing, taking photos from the sidewalk and overall just loving the energy. Positivity by the bucketloads.
Check out this gallery and then check out the facebook group, and we’ll see you at the next one.
Photos – instagram – therealnickturner
Event – Sydney Bike Rave
