The Ride Hub
Resources
Get practical advice from our local experts.
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Canberra
Canberra is a top destination for mountain biking, offering world-class trails, diverse terrain, and a strong riding community. Whether you’re after flowy descents, technical challenges, or family-friendly loops, the capital has something for every rider. Two standout locations are Stromlo Forest Park and Majura Pines. Stromlo Forest Park A premier mountain biking destination, Stromlo Forest…
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Thredbo
Thredbo is a premier mountain biking destination located in the Snowy Mountains of New South Wales, Australia. Renowned for its extensive trail network, it offers riders of all skill levels a diverse range of experiences amidst stunning alpine scenery. Mountain Biking Trails Thredbo Mountain Bike Park Boasting over 40 kilometers of lift-accessed gravity trails, this…
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Ride Ready Updates in Eurobodalla – March 2025
Join upcoming Ride Ready Updates in Narooma and Mogo, where key speakers will share the latest on trail developments, marketing opportunities, and upcoming events. With Mogo set to open its full trail network and Narooma fresh off another successful event, this is a great opportunity to hear from Shane Spicer (Mogo Trails Project Manager) and…
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Ride Ready Survey
A message from our good friends at Sapphire Coast Destination Marketing As we see growing numbers of mountain bike visitors flock to the Sapphire Coast, we understand the need to collate the top Sapphire Coast Ride Ready product and showcase this to potential MTB visitors. To do this, and to help support you with some…
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Sapphire Coast
Challenge yourself on some of the best singletrack in the country, in a community that loves the sport. Thrill-seekers, seasoned riders and beginner riders alike will delight in our huge network of singletrack, fire trails and cycling paths waiting to be explored.
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Eurobodalla
Cycling to the beach, shops or out for lunch is easy with almost 400kms of pathways and trails along the coast and through villages and towns. You’ll find viewing platforms with places to picnic, spot whales or simply enjoy the view. Take a guided tour or hire an e-bike for easier cycling. Whether you peddle for…
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Bike clubs
NSW bike clubs are home to local riders with excellent trail knowledge. Group rides may be on offer for visitors to join, or to connect with a local to show them around the trail. Local bike clubs may also be involved in trail maintenance and development, and in the organising of races and events. Many…
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Local bike shops
MTB Shop, Mechanic, Rental – somewhere to buy MTB gear; seek mechanical support, or for riders arriving without bikes (this could be because they’ve flown in) – to rent bikes
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Security + Storage
Mountain bikes can be worth thousands of dollars and are a mountain biker’s pride and joy. Offering secure storage for overnight stays is critical for a ride-friendly experience. Offering can include:
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Wash
A clean bike is a fast bike (and a happy hotel room carpet!). Pressure washers and dedicated bike cleaning products are typically used for bike cleaning although this needs to be carefully done so as not to damage the bike and its bearings.
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Maintenance
Bike maintenance is key to a fast and safe ride experience. The availability of tools at a trailhead is ideal for a ride friendly experience, along with dedicated bike shops with mountain bike mechanics to assist riders with one-off issues or servicing. Items to consider in your product offering:
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Gravity Eden
Gravity Eden presents an exciting playground featuring 56km+ of premium singletrack trails, ranging over 300m+ in elevation and offering 20 unique pathways. Supported by the Bushfire Local Economic Recovery Fund from the Australian and NSW governments, the Eden Mountain Bike Hub Project has collaborated with Contour Works to craft an unforgettable experience. Traverse from peak…
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Tathra
Tathra, renowned for its cross-country mountain biking allure, boasts approximately 50KM of trails. The iconic “Bundadung,” symbolizing the spirit of the forest, is the very origin of cross-country mountain biking in Tathra. The trailhead, positioned at the Tathra Country Club just 1km north of the town on the Tathra Bermagui Road, beckons riders to embark…
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Narooma
Narooma, nestled within the Bodalla State Forest, has been transformed by the Narooma Mountain Bike Club’s visionary efforts. Securing a $3.9-million grant from the Bushfire Local Economic Recovery Fund, they have tripled their mountain bike network by adding 65km of singletrack. With trailheads at Red Knob and Box Cutting, this expanded network invites enthusiasts to…
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Mogo
Mogo presents a network of mountain biking trails and parks within Mogo State Forest. It spans 155 km, featuring 125 km of new trails funded by the Australian and NSW Governments. The project aims to attract an additional 45,000 annual visitors and includes a mix of gravity and XC trails for experienced riders. About Mogo’s…
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Download our Free Guide
Interested in creating a mountain bike-friendly business, but not sure where to begin? We’ve developed a FREE guide just for you. This downloadable eBook was developed to assist local businesses and stakeholders in the New South Wales South Coast region catering for an exciting new and growing mountain biking audience. The guide aims to help…
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On the ground – hear from experienced MTB operators
Watch this series of videos from operators in the industry, combining numerous years of experience catering to the mountain bike market and attending mountain bike events. Hear from the following industry experts: Discover Snowy Mountains Matt and Ben
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Downloadable Product Development Template
Be ready to take the next step in the mountain bike market. Our comprehensive self-analysis tool will help you get focused on how your business can meet the needs of mountain bike visitors. Follow this handy guide with 31 questions designed to help you understand how to grow your business and get ready to be…
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Links
There is a lot of useful information around to help you continue your research and learning journey around Mountain Biking and improving your business. Check out some of the useful links that we have put together to point you in the right direction. Destination Development and Promotion Destination Southern NSW – Your first stop for…
Tracks and trails
Explore four great places to Mountain Bike in Southern NSW. You’ll find many of these located in NSW State Forests.
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Canberra
Canberra is a top destination for mountain biking, offering world-class trails, diverse terrain, and a strong riding…
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Thredbo
Thredbo is a premier mountain biking destination located in the Snowy Mountains of New South Wales, Australia.…
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Sapphire Coast
Challenge yourself on some of the best singletrack in the country, in a community that loves the…
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Eurobodalla
Cycling to the beach, shops or out for lunch is easy with almost 400kms of pathways and…
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Gravity Eden
Gravity Eden presents an exciting playground featuring 56km+ of premium singletrack trails, ranging over 300m+ in elevation…
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Tathra
Tathra, renowned for its cross-country mountain biking allure, boasts approximately 50KM of trails. The iconic “Bundadung,” symbolizing…
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Narooma
Narooma, nestled within the Bodalla State Forest, has been transformed by the Narooma Mountain Bike Club’s visionary…
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Mogo
Mogo presents a network of mountain biking trails and parks within Mogo State Forest. It spans 155…
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