Since we are back from our trip to Australia it is time for a resume of the new cycling experiences. First of all, Sunshine Coast is not a flat territory. It is hilly. It doesn't have long alpine uphills but short and very steep ones reaching frequently twenty percent and more. Especially the highlight of the third stage of Velothon Sunshine Coast is a tough climb: The Obi Obi climb. (Video taken from the official highlights video 2018. Could you identify me?)
Treadly magazine wrote: "Every cycling event has its signature climb that will push even the fittest of competitors and for the Velothon Sunshine Coast, it is the ominous Obi Obi. An almost 5-kilometre long climb that reaches (and holds) a scary 27 per cent gradient, it will quickly become an Aussie cycling icon and feature in conversations right across the country." [https://treadlie.com.au/velothon-sunshine-coast/]
Along the coastline the streets are very busy. Despite the traffic, cycling from Maroochydore to Noosa is easy and flat. And the street has a bike lane almost entirely. Sometimes there are even two bike lanes, one as part of the road and another one separated from it. However, going to Hinterland from the coast and back is requires passing about 10 kilometers on busy roads, mostly with bike lanes. But reaching Hinterland you discover great nature and a fascinating countryside with spectacular views.
Cycling on Sunshine Coast can be flat or hilly, however you desire or combine it. I cycled at Sunshine Coast in the middle of the winter. It got cold in the morning to seven degrees as minimum temperature. Every day during our three weeks stay was sunny and temperature rose during the day of at least 20 degrees. Perfect conditions for cycling.
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