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Dire Straits Bike Party

  • Belconnen arts centre 118 Emu Bank Belconnen, ACT, 2617 Australia (map)

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This bike party celebrates the music of British rock giants Dire Straits (1977-1995), which was led by guitarist and singer songwriter, Mark Knopfler.

Their debut album, Dire Straits was recorded at Basing Street Studios in London from 13 February to 5 March 1978, and included the hit single, Sultans of Swing. The album was released on 9 June 1978.
Dire Straits sold more than 120 million albums, including Communiqué, Brothers in Arms, and On Every Street. Their hit singles include Money for Nothing and Calling Elvis.

As always, you choose the songs for our bike parties playlists, so let me know what Dire Straits or Mark Knopfler tracks to play.

Our bike parties are slow, social rides around a set route. The idea is to promote social connections and being outside, so you turn up on your cycle/scooter/skates, and we'll take care of the rest.

You must bring your own lights, and have a plan if you get a flat tyre or other mechanical fault. Bring something warm in case it gets windy by the lake.

This route is one loop around Lake Ginninderra, approx. 7km. It's mostly flat and is on shared paths. There are inclines approaching the Lake Ginninderra bridge.

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