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The Ride Hub

Welcome to the Ride Guide

The Ride Guide is a tourism industry information hub for all things mountain biking. This site and our downloadable ‘Ride Guide’ bring together resources, information, and insights for tourism operators to help understand and attract mountain bike riders to your business and destination. Targeted at first timers and businesses that haven’t stuck a tyre or toe into the market yet, this site is the best place to get started on your mountain bike market journey.

This site is an initiative of Destination Southern NSW and has a distinct Southern NSW trails flavour. But don’t let that stop you if you’re “not from ’round here”. The information that we’ve pulled together is relevant to any business in any industry that is interested in helping to build the visitor economy. After all, tourism is everybody’s business.

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Resources

Get practical advice from our local experts.


  • Tracks and Trails

    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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    Canberra
  • Tracks and Trails

    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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    Thredbo
  • Events, News

    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 Updates in Eurobodalla – March 2025
  • News

    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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    Ride Ready Survey
  • Tracks and Trails

    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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    Sapphire Coast
  • Tracks and Trails

    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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    Eurobodalla
  • Products and Suppliers

    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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    Bike clubs
  • Products and Suppliers

    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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    Local bike shops
  • Products and Suppliers

    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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    Security + Storage
  • Products and Suppliers

    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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    Wash
  • Products and Suppliers

    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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    Maintenance
  • Tracks and Trails

    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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    Gravity Eden
  • Tracks and Trails

    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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    Tathra
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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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    Narooma
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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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    Mogo
  • Resources

    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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    Download our Free Guide
  • Case Studies

    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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    On the ground – hear from experienced MTB operators
  • Resources

    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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    Downloadable Product Development Template
  • Resources

    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…

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    Links

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…

    Read more

  • Mountain Bikers at Kosciuszko Chairlift Image Credit: Thredbo

    Thredbo

    Thredbo is a premier mountain biking destination located in the Snowy Mountains of New South Wales, Australia.…

    Read more

  • Sapphire Coast

    Challenge yourself on some of the best singletrack in the country, in a community that loves the…

    Read more

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    Eurobodalla

    Cycling to the beach, shops or out for lunch is easy with almost 400kms of pathways and…

    Read more

  • Gravity Eden

    Gravity Eden presents an exciting playground featuring 56km+ of premium singletrack trails, ranging over 300m+ in elevation…

    Read more

  • Tathra

    Tathra, renowned for its cross-country mountain biking allure, boasts approximately 50KM of trails. The iconic “Bundadung,” symbolizing…

    Read more

  • Narooma

    Narooma, nestled within the Bodalla State Forest, has been transformed by the Narooma Mountain Bike Club’s visionary…

    Read more

  • Mogo

    Mogo presents a network of mountain biking trails and parks within Mogo State Forest. It spans 155…

    Read more

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Download the guide to find out about:

  1. The NSW South Coast Mountain Biking Landscape
  2. Mountain Biking – So What’s the Big Deal?
  3. Who are Mountain Bikers?
  4. Creating a Thriving Mountain Bike Destination
  5. Who’s Already in the Mix?
  6. So You Want to Build a Mountain Bike Ready Destination?
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