Our team have been busy with reconnaissance of the Noosa hinterland to find an alternative route. Our new course still has the classic multi-terrain feel of the Noosa Enduro taking in all of Noosa’s epic hinterland along some premium graded gravel roads, sealed roads, fire roads, farms, track and trails. While it might sound like a mountain bike ride, we can assure this has been designed as an adventure for our gravel riders. 

This course is designed 100% for gravel bikes, just be prepared, it’s not your typical gravel ride. We have removed a few of the most difficult trail and singletrack sections from last year though, making it a course that you should be able to ride around on your machinery with no dismount sections required.

Just like last year, this timed gravel ride is a non-competitive event with just one category for all riders and no prizes given.

In terms of equipment:

• Bikes – Gravel or Cyclo Cross bikes are perfect. You could do on a mountain bike if you wish but it will be very slow, especially on the gravel roads. E-bikes are allowed.
• Beginner riders may have to dismount on a few occasions for some very short sections and as such, gravel or mountain bike shoes are strongly recommended. Experienced off-road riders shouldn’t need to during the ride as a general rule.

• Tyres – bigger is better! 34mm + knobby robust tyres are still recommended
• Gear ratio’s – the terrain is hilly, so gear ratios should be selected on individual ability.  While not super steep, is still long so it’s recommended to go smaller if in doubt of where you’re fitness is at – especially considering the Mothar Mountain Climb up Hill Road.

On course we’ll also have a support crew around to help, but given the spread of the course it’s always recommended that riders carry their own phone, pump, spares and basic tools. For any unrepairable bike problems or injuries, we can arrange a pickup shuttle if you have your phone on you to communicate with us.

There will be three aid stations across the course to allow for plenty of opportunity for hydration and nutrition.

We look forward to seeing you there!