Boyle to pedal ahead

AN INDENTED Head local is gearing up for her 12th Great Vic Bike Ride and says the camaraderie of the event continues to bring her back year after year.

Lisa Boyle and her partner Vincent have been taking to their bikes since the early 2000s to compete in the fun social event

This year, the five-day ride will span more than 300km of the Great Ocean Road’s coastlines, cliffs and winding country roads.

Bike riders will have the choice of arriving in Mortlake on either November 23 or November 24 before setting off for Koroit.

The route then includes Port Fairy, Port Campbell, Timboon and Camperdown, with an emphasis on a more relaxed tent-based holiday experience.

Ms Boyle said she was incredibly excited to explore all the Great Ocean Road has to offer.

“I love everything about the Great Vic Ride.

“With participants from under five to over 80 it is a community event for everyone”.

“I have made friendships through the ride, especially the women’s community.”

Ms Boyle said her dog has been helping to keep her fit and ready for the 300km ride.

“We’ve got a kelpie cross that needs two runs a day, so we are often out on the beautiful trails with him.

“We love to stick to the Bellarine Peninsula, and sometimes we ride out to Torquay and back if we have a good time frame.

“We aren’t guns, but we just love riding.”

By the time she is 65 years old, Ms Boyle hopes to have done 15 Great Vic Bike Ride events.

“I’m well on track, which is just terrific.”

The five-day ride is $1,250 for adults, $950 for under 18s, and free for five and under. Bicycle

Network members get 10 per cent off all prices.

For more information, head to greatvic.com.au