Northern Rivers Rail Trail: The Next Chapter - Lismore to Casino. NEW Section!

🚴‍♂️ New section, new ride! We’re back on the Northern Rivers Rail Trail, exploring the latest stretch of this historic rail route - from Casino to Lismore in NSW. Stunning landscapes, fresh paths, and a ride full of adventure—come along as we check out what’s new! 🚀

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00:00 Intro: Exploring the Lismore to Casino Rail Trail (30km each way)
01:23 Trailhead: Starting at Lismore Railway Station
02:35 Historic Station Views & Initial Trail Markers
03:42 First Bridge Crossing: Leaving Lismore South
05:01 Understanding the Distance Markers: 25km to Casino
06:15 Pit Stop: Rifle Range Road & Water Troughs
07:12 Navigating Gates & Kyogle Road Crossing
08:31 Lester Station Rest Stop & Horse Water Tanks
09:02 Back Creek Bridge (Lake Hester): Engineering History
10:42 Tiny House Airbnb: Spotting the Cabin in the Woods
12:44 First "Cutting": Riding through the Blasted Hill
14:18 Bentley Road Car Park & Rest Area
14:47 Oki Creek Rest Stop & Scenic Bridge Views
15:41 Mystery Distance Markers (821 Miles to where?)
16:31 Back Creek Bridge (Bentley): Identifying the Landmarks
17:56 Local Wildlife: Warning Signs & Grass Trees
19:20 The Highlight: Norton's Gap Tunnel (Northern Entrance)
20:25 Tunnel Experience: Leaky Roofs & "Bat Poop" Smells
22:37 Tunnel Specs: 260m of Historic Rail Engineering
23:26 Final Sprint: 4km left to Casino Station
24:41 Casino Car Park & Bike Repair Hub
26:01 Reaching the End: Old Casino Railway Station Sign
26:15 0km Marker: Historic Locomotives & Mini Train Line
27:18 Modern Tech: Testing the Automatic Dog Water Bowl
27:50 Into Casino Town: Exploring the Richmond River
29:16 Richmond River Views & The Closed Bridge
30:41 The Return Journey: Planning the 30km High-Tail Back
32:21 Setting the Pace: Attempting the 1.5 Hour Speed Run
33:14 Over the Hill: Taking the Bypass above Norton’s Gap Tunnel
34:22 Downhill Baby: Enjoying the Descent for the Tushy
35:11 Reaching Lismore: Final 3km Home
36:32 Lismore Railway Station: 1 Hour 14 Minute Return Complete
37:05 Final Wrap-Up & Trail Verdict

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