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The ride takes in some of Melbourne's most scenic and popular riding routes around Port Phillip Bay and includes the West Gate Bridge, Beach Road and the Bellarine Peninsula.  In 2006, more than 14,000 riders took on the challenge of riding "around the bay", raising a record $460,000 (as of Feb 07) for The Smith Family.

You can enter as an individual, or form a team with work colleagues, friends or family.  Whatever you do, make sure you get in early, as numbers fill quickly!
Entries for the 2007 event will open on Tuesday 1 May for Bicycle Victoria Members and Teams.  All other entries will open on 4 June.

What's new in 2007?

We will be announcing a number of exciting new changes which we believe will make this year's Around the Bay the best ever!  Many of these changes are a direct result of the feedback and suggestions we received following last year's event, including over 1,000 responses to the post-ride survey.
Key changes will include:
A fabulous new start / finish site, located in the heart of the City of Melbourne
A new, custom-built online registration system which includes a Teams Admin area
New option to pay directly from your bank account (ie you don't need a credit card to enter)
Reversal of the 250km direction
A big new ferry!
New Rest Areas
Most importantly, we have been conducting a complete review of the route for all rides, including traffic management, speed reductions, increased signage and marshalling, and introduction of clearways along Beach Road.  Details will be published over the coming weeks.