The Southern Veterans Cycling Club in Melbourne, Australia is a bicycle road racing club for veteran riders. Cyclists become eligible for membership at the age of 35 for males, and 30 years for females. The club is the largest Veterans cycling club in Australia. In 2006, there are over 350 members.
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