There are many questions or comments left on the ‘Intention to Ride’ on CwC. We appreciate the feedback. Here are some answers:
Better signage along the route would be good
We have not managed as yet to get approval and support from councils for finger post signs at the beginning and end of each leg, and at changes along the way. We are still trying. So, for now our yellow stickers every 2 km or so each way, supported by trip notes and maps are our main stay.
Water tanks along the way are needed.
Yes we agree and we recommend you take plenty of water on your way. Wellington to Gulgong is the longest day trip without a town or café. Recently the locals at Goolma have put a water tap on a large rainwater tank at Goolma hall. We hope too that the Goolma Pub or the Goolma Bakery will re-open. Two local farms are helping too – so check trip notes.
‘Be aware of cyclist’s signs’ on the main roads and some of the busier back roads would be good.
Yes, agreed, we would like some.
Please annotate the maps or trail notes to indicate where phone reception is possible on the back roads and in the forests.
Goonoo Forest, Digilah Road, Cobbora and Slap Dash Creek area are probably the worst with mobile reception dropping out. Sometimes it depends on who your server is. It’s a good idea to tell someone of your intentions to ride, and preferably not alone. Higher land points invariably have better reception.
Try this link from Telstra to check reception : https://www.telstra.com.au/coverage-networks/our-coverage
Perhaps have a stamping system at various checkpoints, people stamp a booklet, they email it to someone, submit online and an e certificate is produced to say they have completed the track – this helps with knowing how many people are doing the trail & is a bit of fun for those doing the trail.
A nice idea and future possibility. At present our only way to congratulate riders is via Facebook.
Alternative Routes from Dubbo to Geurie and Mudgee to Gulgong, to save cycling back the way you came.
These alternatives routes are now in the trip notes. Dubbo via Old dubbo Road to Geurie and Gulgong via Henry Lawson Drive to Mudgee.
What towns sell food?
Most of the towns sell some food – but it might be a café or a pub. Mudgee, Gulgong, Dunedoo, Dubbo and Wellington have supermarkets. Everywhere opening hours can be limited, and cafes can be closed on a Sunday, or only opening up late (eg Google Ballimore Pub for opening times that vary). At the present there is no food for sale at Goolma. Be prepared and carry snacks.
Side Trips
If you want additional cycles from a particular town or some tougher segments email Dave: [email protected]
Correction to trip notes
If you find mistakes please email me, Barbara, at [email protected] .
Luggage, assistance, and support
If you want luggage transfer, cycle support, have bike troubles, or want to join up with others doing the CwC trail then contact Mick Cooper on [email protected]. Or phone him 0437136169.
You will find names and phone numbers for any other question on our web site under Contacts.