Parklands Atkinson rd July 2020
Parklands Atkinson rd. 12/7/20.
The lesser know side of parklands Atkinson rd entry is a bit of a hidden gem in the rocky landscape of Parklands Conservation park. Only way to learn it is to ride it………….
Being recently burned by QPWS, changing for a short while the whole experience from Green grasses and white barked gums to blackened rocky backdrops and charred tree trunks. Amazingly the actual trails remain unburnt making them stand out and easily navigated.
21 riders in attendance headed off weaving their way through the diverse single tracks that make this place unique, resent rain brought out the Sweet Smokey aromas of the bush bit like riding your bike and having a BBQ at the same time doesn’t get much better than this….. Ha Ha, although no drinking and riding just to be on the safe side.
Making a B line West along NZ, Slip and Bleed (aaah who makes up these names!!!??)? Rock it Man, Hoe Chi Ho tracks to check out the newly upgraded tracks of Tazer, Blue tongue and a bit of a photo shoot on the new tabletop of the skills area.
Some excitement with all the dudes sessioning on the tabletop when a tyre decided to try and paint a rider with Blue Tyre sealant after rolling the front tyre off the rim on landing a jump.
Tazer was rated best ever condition by the daredevils.
Heading back via Cancer tree track, Rock and Roll, Rockadial Black up Red Dog and back to the High country of Atkinson rd. Tracks were remarkably dry and grippy considering recent rains.
Three dedicated Bushranger ladies did a rookie ride orientation showing potential new members the Radar hill tracks, much enjoyed by all who attended. Hope to see you again on the tracks.
Kudos to the newer riders who put in a massive effort and challengers of parklands, you can feel the hills doing you good, fantastic effort. This place Rocks and then some.
Coffee, munchies, and musings was conducted at the Bli Bli Bakery to refuel the tanks.
Big Thanks to QPWS Ranger and trail works for ongoing efforts in supporting the MTB community.