SPR’s Tour of Margaret River 2025 – Update
SPR’s participation in TOMR will be going ahead with arrangements the same as in recent years – managed or self-managed teams all staying at the Broadwater Resort in Busselton, price as per earlier communications. Registration is still open.
Following last year’s TOMR, the Committee and subcommittees reviewed the way sponsorships work within the club. After lengthy discussions, agreement was not reached, and the Race Subcommittee decided to step back from organising SPR’s participation at TOMR. We respect this choice, as we’re all volunteers. The Race Subcommittee will continue to lead all other racing activities with SPR.
Huge Kudos and thanks to Steve and the team for the significant contribution they’ve made to the SPR TOMR experience over many years.
More details have been provided in an email to members. If you have any questions, please reach out directly on president@southperthrouleurs.com.au or feedback@southperthrouleurs.com.au.
See you out on the bike.
Daniel
SPR Tour de France Dinner 2025 — This year the Tour de France commences in Lille Métropole, located in Northern France within the Hauts-de-France region bordering Belgium on 5 July. All stages are within French boarders and the final stage concludes along the Champs-Élysées in Paris on 27 July.
To celebrate the event in style, you and your family are invited to come along to Chez Pierre in Nedlands on Tuesday 15th July; cost $85 with multiple choices from a three-course menu plus coffee and BYO included.
This event has always been an excellent night with Chez Pierre putting on an amazing food experience. It is after all something for which the French are renowned. Bring your own wine to make it an extra special night as corkage is included in the price. All dietary needs are covered so please specify when booking your tickets; sample menu here.
Get your tickets here.
Racing this weekend – If you want to race, or get in on the action watching others race, read on.
1. WCMCC Splendid Park – Graded Criterium – Winter Season 2025
2. AusCycling National Esports Series (10/Jul, 5:30pm)
3. X-Speed Junior Road Racing Series 2 (26/Jul)
4. Backroads Gravel (9/Aug)
5. CCC 100th Collie to Donnybrook and Return Cycling Classic (16/Aug)
Juniors Ride — This is ride for Saturday: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/374540358.
There is a tricky part of the course where we’ll need to cross High Road without traffic lights. With the help of the parents, we will cross in pairs.
The course is for more experienced riders. Beginners and younger riders are recommended to return after we have ridden the first 5km (before crossing High Rd).
We will meet at 11am in Shelley (at our usual spot here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/PEjTd9H7b9xrRKCE8)
📸 Photo credit Tony Lendrum Photography
From the Ride Coordinator — Step Up Saturday this weekend! Have a go and see where you are at with your riding!
Be wary when riding through Cottesloe. There will be lots of pedestrians and cars looking to park or exit carparks. Take care at zebra crossings because people can & will step out in front of you. Communication is vital to avoid hazards and crashes so please repeat all calls up and down the bunch.
Tour de France starts Saturday night. 💛 Get your Tour snacks ready and join the couch peloton 🧀 🍷 🇫🇷
And if you’re a late night owl don’t give away any spoilers!
Saturday 5th July
- Ride starts under the Narrows (cityside) at 5:30am
- Early lap – earlybird 40.93km spr special
- All rides start at Coode St carpark at 7:00am
- Development group (*) – novice shelley 36.06km spr saturday
- Transitional 1/2 (*) – Trans Reabold 38.69km SPR Saturday
- Fast, Main – Reabold & Cottesloe 50.91km SPR Saturday
- (*) Please note that our Ride Leaders will adjust the composition and route for Development, Transition and Main 4 to suit people and conditions on the day.
Sunday 6th July
- Rides start at Coode St carpark at 7:00am (WINTER TIME)
- Rides start at Coode st carpark at 7:00am (WINTER TIME)
- Development group – coffee ride
- Short Hills (Social) – Victor Darl Zigzag 66.3km SPR Sunday
Monday 7th July
- Ride starts under the Narrows (Sth Perth side) at 5:30am
Tuesday 8th July
- Ride starts under the Narrows (city side) at 5:30am
Wednesday 9th July
- Ride starts under the Narrows (Sth Perth side) at 5:30am
Thursday 10th July
- Ride starts under the Narrows (city side) at 5:30am
Friday 11th July
- Ride starts under the Narrows (Sth Perth side) at 5:30am