So if you didn’t know, a group of Perth fixed gear riders have started up a weekly bike polo session here in Perth. We’ve been playing for a couple of months now, but would love to see more players come down and play!
We’re a bunch of friendly guys, ranging between 18-37 years old with a range of professions, some students, couriers, professional dancers … etc. We meet up each Sunday at 3pm and play 3 to 5 twenty minute games then finish up with a ride, or just head home depending on how we’re feeling.
Okay… so you may be asking… what on earth is bike Polo?
Simply said, its like polo on a horse… minus the horse… plus a bike (ANY BIKE, doesnt have to be fixed).
We provide the mallets, all you need is a bike and some refreshments.
But why play bike polo?
First of all, its a blast to play, its a great team sport, you get to make a bunch of new friends and you don’t have to break any pain barriers to play!
Secondly, if you’re new to fixed gears, polo is a great way to improve your handling skills, especially with slow turns, skidding, skipping, one handed handling… etc
Hope to see you there!
edit go to the latest page for latest info and location.
So we got kicked out of our old venue, which is kind of a bummer with ACMC so close. Anyway we have a temporary new venue for this week, 86 Thomas street, a map/location can be found at www.perthcyclepolo.blogspot.com
Starting at 3pm, finishing till dark, feel free to come down at any time. Free to play!
Bring down your bike and some refreshments, and prepare to have the greatest fun of your life!
We are playing at the colonnade carpark this week, opposite to Nando’s on Hay street. Map can be found at www.perthcyclepolo.blogspot.com (summer venue).
call/text 04 24 24 41 69 if you have trouble finding the place or want more details.
very keen, i used to race track as a junior, but havent been on a fixed wheel bike in some trime. If this is still going i’d be more than willing to come down and give it a try. I have also been looking around lately for bike courier/messenger jobs in perth but unfortunately havent had much luck. Any insider information or help would be greatly appreciated :mrgreen:
Im definitely down for this. played a bit while living in london and really keen to get back playing! Is there any chance of borrowing a bike and mallet for a few games? not sure i want to hit the polo court with my bike…all those flailing mallets
haha. thanks for the offers, ill definetly be down. im ridning clipless, spd’s. i can alwayss wack a spare pair of shoes in my bag tho if needs be. looking forward to it!
