Kholo via Ipswich Loop
Fondo Ride
Type: Road
Difficulty: Medium – Advance
Distance: 117km
Elevation Gained: 1,813m
Estimated Moving Time: 4-6 hours
Summary
Looking for a thrilling long ride on the weekend? We’ve got you covered with the Kholo Loop Ride via Ipswich—a route that’s packed with everything you want in a long ride!
Key Word: Rolling! This ride is defined by its undulating terrain and rolling hills from start to finish, so get ready for a dynamic and enjoyable journey.
The Ride:
- Start Strong: Begin your adventure from the city, heading towards Ipswich via the Centenary Bikeway. You’ll enjoy a dedicated bikeway up to Wacol before hitting open roads. Don’t worry—the bike lane is sizable, and the roads are generally quiet in the morning.
2. Navigational Tip: Ipswich can be a bit tricky without a map. We highly recommend downloading the GPX file for smooth navigation. Your first pit stop will be at Bundamba Servo around the 32 km mark. This is a great place to refuel before tackling the Kholo segment.
3. Kholo Segment:
- Overview: The Kholo route spans about 10 km of rolling hills with various pinches reaching up to 18%. There are no prolonged climbs over 1 km, so you can power through the crests and recover on the descents.
- Hydration Reminder: Make sure to top up your water before entering the Kholo segment, as there are no water refill options within Kholo.
4. Cafe Stop: After conquering Kholo, head towards Anstead for a well-deserved coffee break. Located beyond Kholo and Mt. Crosby, the café here is a fantastic spot to recharge.
5. Final Stretch: The ride continues with undulating hills through Pullenvale and Kenmore before you complete the route on the Riverloop.
Overall: This ride is a fantastic blend of fun and challenge, perfect for a long weekend journey. With its scenic rolling hills and solid elevation gain, the Kholo Loop Ride is sure to provide an exhilarating experience.
Tips:
-. Fuel up and choose your stop properly as you dont want to stuck where there’s no refill station
-. Kholo is a rolling hills, but recommend to go here when the sun is out – no street lights when its dark
-. You can add Brookfield fingers if you want to add more distance and elevation
Cafe Option:
-. Bundamba Service Station
-. The Reserve Anstead
-. General Store Brookfield