our major Events
Club Events Calendar
Each year we conduct several major social rides and non riding events, which are great occasions for members who may not ride or meet together regularly to catch up and enjoy connecting. Check out the events below. Precise dates will be confirmed in the months leading up to each event.
GORC Tri - late Dec / early Jan
A fun triathlon for singles and teams comprising a 2.2km swim, 45km bike ride and 8km run to be held in and about Lorne.
Berry Farm Loop - early Jan
60 km off road over the Otways to scones and cream at Pennyroyal Raspberry Farm. Erskine Falls Rd, Mt Sabine Rd and Norman's Track returning via Wickhams Track. A road option via Deans Marsh is also available.
Meeting of the Tribes - late Jan / early Feb
All groups ride from their home town to meet at Forrest in the Otways. Road, Gravel, MTB, eBike and Car are all options!
Romp at the Swamp - late Feb
A fantastic 60k gravel ride through the Anglesea hinterland in late Feb, leaving the Anglesea Bowling Club opposite the main shopping strip at 8am. 90% gravel, with 500m climbing.
GORC Golf Classic - March
Fun golf day on the Labour Day long weekend, usually at either Lorne or Anglesea. Usually on Sunday of the Labour Day long weekend.
GORC Easter Swim - Good Friday
Out and back Lorne Pier to Pub handicap for solos and teams.
The "Hell of the South" - Easter Sat
A 110km loop ride from Apollo Bay via Lavers Hill, Ferguson, Beech Forest, Tanybryn and Skene’s Creek. A fantastic experience.
King's Birthday Loop - June
120 km Lorne to Lorne traditional loop via Skene's Creek, Forrest, Deans Marsh. The now famous Amy's Gran Fondo route, which the GORCs pioneered and still love today.
Tour Dinner - July
Dinner held on a key Saturday night stage on the Tour de France.
Keep an eye out here for pics from our major social rides and non-riding events.
