There will be some road closures due to the Mooloolaba Triathlon on Sunday 12/03/2017. So heads up if you are heading to Parklands from that direction. https://www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/Experience-Sunshine-Coast/Events/Mooloolaba-Triathlon-Information...
The AGM is on Sunday the 19th at 2pm at the Maroochy Botanical Gardens (only 18 more sleeps OMG!!!). If you have anything to go on the agenda get it to me by Friday (03/03/2017) so I can get it collated and sent out to all the members before the AGM. Nominations The President, Secretary, Treasurer, Women's Advocacy Officer and Social Co-ordinator are all happy to stay on in their roles. We do need nominations for the following new roles. Training Co-ordinator - Organise the coaching qualifications, training clinics, helps with rookies. Ride Leaders - A pool of experienced riders to lead or sweep on our regular rides or take us on new ones (if they want too). Race Committee - plans and organises the races (STRAVA based and regular race/s) and timing. Trails Officer - maintains adopt-a-trail system, trail care days and manages equipment and volunteers. Door Prize [caption id="attachment_2670" align="alignright" width="300"] The robot bike thing can be modified with MTB bars, pedals and geometry[/caption] Peter Mabey from Masterfit has...
[caption id="attachment_2666" align="alignright" width="226"] Download the PDF here[/caption] The new Multisport Mecca is out and look who is on the front cover - Pete Bigaila. So famous! Nice work Pete! There is also a good write up on the upcoming LunarC MTB race and last week's Shimano Enduro Series at Garapine that Chad competed in. @MultisportMecca #MultisportMecca ...
Had a few punctures on the weekend's ride so Ben thought that we should put up some information about setting up your wheels as tubeless. Now tubeless has its pros and cons and you have diehard supporters on both sides. Some people prefer the support a tube gives the tyre and it's a lot simpler to setup. Other people like how tubeless setups prevents general punctures and "snake bites" and can be run with less pressure which gives more grip. Below is a great video from the guys at GMBN taking you through a tubeless setup BUT remember it's not a big cost to get your local bike shop to do it for you. Once you have tried to furiously pump air into a tyre that doesn't want to inflate you might appreciate the tools and experience a bike mechanic has to offer. https://youtu.be/Q89NTR2yNyc...
Thanks for the new bike shelter guys!
Last week we received our new fully branded club marquee and wave banners paid for out of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund grant. This completes our brand refresh with website, logo, letterhead, jerseys, t-shirts, social media and now event equipment all aligned to the club identity that was established at the beginning of 2016. Thanks goes to club secretary Michael for all graphic design work and organising.
Hi Folks, Noosa Shire Council are working on a new Sport & Active Recreation Plan that will inform them on which direction to take for future development. As we're frequently riding around Tewantin, Pomona and Kin Kin we can help ensure that mountain biking gains focus by contributing. Both locals and visitors can respond. Past sport and recreation plans have been the catalyst for significant state government investment. That’s why it is important this document paints an accurate picture of our local sport and recreation sector and any opportunities for improvement. You can contribute via the Noosa Council's 'Your Say' site here. Thanks to the Noosa Trailblazers for pointing out the survey....
For the travelling riders there's a stage event happening over easter in Alice Springs aptly called 'Easter in the Alice'. The event is organised by the Central Australian Rough Riders MTB Club and consists of three stages over three days. The intent is to have things done and dusted by morning tea so you can spend the rest of the day enjoying the area. Each stage is described as follows: Stage 1: Saturday 15 April. The Long Stage and MTBA National XCM round 3. 75 km, 800 m climb Stage 2: Sunday 16 April. 24 km, 300 m climb. Expected winning time 75 minutes Stage 3: Monday 17 April. Fun flow fun. 37 km, 350 m climb. Expected winning time 90 minutes There's a bit of variance to the stages depending on what category you've entered so don't be too concerned with nastier sounding numbers. Event cost for the three days is $190.00. Lasseters Hotel and Casino, sponsor and event location, is offering 20% of their normal accommodation...
Hello ‘rangers,
In the wake of the crazy hot weather recently, we thought we’d find and share some information about riding in high temperatures. Have a read, do some research of your own and make sure you do all you can to avoid heat related illness or worse. If you have any tips leave them in our Facebook group
Hi Folks, We've started a mini-initiative to get all the local trails registered with Trailforks and we'd like you to be involved. What is Trailforks you ask? Here's a blurb from their 'About' page: Trailforks is a mountain bike trail database & management system for riders, builders & trail associations. Users can contribute data and then local trail associations have the control to approve and curate the data. Ensuring the best, latest and accurate data. The service provides a handy database of trails to ride along with suggested routes and surrounding points of interest in return for your ride information. This ride information assists with tracking usage for each trail and therefore gives an idea on what maintenance is required. Quite a few trail networks around Australia use this application so it's a great resource to have if you're travelling with your bike and it has the added benefit of helping keep the local trails maintained. Once you start recording your rides with Trailforks (aka Ridelogs) every now and then Trailforks will ask...
The beginning of 2016 marked a significant point as the old club with its strong heritage and foundations was given a fresh coat of paint and some new upgrades. Aside from introducing new branding and backend systems these changes included a revamp of the club's vision, mission, and values. It was these statements in conjunction with the help of our members, committee and community and government supporters that have guided us through a fantastic 2016. But as we shored up the foundations of our club we have also prepared for the future by applying for grants, increasing communication with members, landowners, local businesses and other clubs. With Susie heading up our GoGIRL initiative to advocate women in mountain biking and our efforts to get people riding and maintaining our local trails we have been able to build an interesting narrative. A narrative that highlights our endeavours of being inclusive, engaging and supportive of the local community while demonstrating that we have the big picture in mind - make the Sunshine Coast a premier mountain bike destination. With...
