About Our Club

Our club was formed in 1993 and incorporated in 1995 when mountain biking (MTB) in Australia was in its infancy. Since then the club and the sport have gained popularity through advocacy and participation. The Bushrangers MTB Club is a volunteer based organisation run by enthusiasts, for the benefit of promoting and supporting mountain biking across the region.

We do regular rides all over Sunshine Coast and SEQ from Cooloola to Brisbane, in national parks, state forestries and council parks. Check out this website for more information on events, news, and for places to ride.

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Parklands Dash Experiment Summary

Parklands DashFirstly a big thanks to all the riders and volunteers who came today I’m glad you all had a good time and truly appreciate the feedback I got from everyone.

We had 15 riders from right across the coast (Bushrangers, CORCA, Trailblazers, Sunshine Orienteers and a couple of privateers). We also had 7 volunteers which was perfect. The volunteers were briefed and sent off to the checkpoints with coloured pens and task instructions in hand. The riders were all registered in short order and the ride briefing and race start happened dead on time. Quinton, Will and Peter came flying into the finish area just after 30min. Nice work everyone!

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June 25, 2016
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CANCELLED – Sugarbag Ride (Sunday 19th June)

We've been checking many different sources of weather information and it is looking like it will be pretty wet and possibly dangerous to be out and about this Sunday. Even a pavement ride will be uncomfortable and we rather not have people out and about in their cars so we're going to call it a bike maintenance day, or a roller day, or catch up on your favourite MTB videos day. It's not often we outright cancel a ride without an alternative but with these predicted severe weather events we rather err on the side of caution. Stay safe and lets hope for clear skies next week for the Parklands Dash and Wooroi ride....

June 17, 2016
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Parklands Dash Experiment – Sat 25th June

[caption id="attachment_750" align="alignright" width="300"] Click to register to be a rider or a volunteer[/caption] OK let's try this again. We are going to do the Dash on the 25th of June but we've decided to go with the full Alley cat style ride so read the updated format change below. Rider (and volunteer) registration and further information is available through the following link.  https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/bush-rangers-parklands-dash-june-2016-tickets-25768277612 Updated Race Format OK, here is the NEW race format. Register online and on the day go to the registration desk and draw your playing card. During the ride briefing everyone will get a map with the checkpoints on it. You must get to each checkpoint and get your card stamped. Then bring your completed card back to the registration tent. You can get to the checkpoints whichever way you like and in any order you like (but you must stick to trails and fire roads). As a nod to the original Alley Cat bike messengers you will have a delivery to make during the race. ...

June 12, 2016
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12/06/2016 Parklands Ride Summary

Over thirty riders took advantage of a great day to hit Parklands – overcast with a stable 15°C. Andrew lead the “less stoppy group” and Toby took the “more stoppy group” and all pretty much ended back at the cars at the same time so excellent route selection by both ride leaders and a good pace.

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June 12, 2016
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Show Holiday Trail Care – Phoenix (V2.0)

When: Friday 1pm (10/06/2016) Where: Atkinson Road, Parklands (top Of Phoenix) Details from SCTA: "If you've had your fill of tractors and fruit pyramids at the Sunshine Coast Show, come along to the Phoenix V2.0 trail polishing event. We've just got some final shaping, trimming and compacting to get the trail open for business. Rakes and McLeod's (rake-hoe) will be the tools of choice but some shovels will be good to pile up soil on the kickers. Without getting ahead of ourselves, but we'll probably need a few bikes to test run the features later in the day. Bring your favorite floppy hats, uncool mowing clothes, gloves, rake, hoe or rake-hoe combo. We'll have a number of hand tools available also. Thanks in advance guys !" https://www.facebook.com/events/654108034739995/...

June 9, 2016
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INFO: Sunshine Orienteers Mountain bike navigation challenge

The folks from Sunshine Orienteers have a Mountain Bike navigation challenge coming up next Sunday if anyone wants to give it a go. MOUNTAIN BIKE NAV CHALLENGE Sunday 12th June, 2016. 8:30am 3 hour or 90 min On a bike, in a forest, racing to find targets! Beerburrum State Forest More info: https://www.facebook.com/SunshineOrienteers/ Deb Gordon 0439979260...

June 5, 2016
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05/06/2016 Mapleton Community Ride Summary

Following the wet and miserable Saturday; Sunday brought with it the westerly winds at a brisk 20km/h which on a cold winters day will bore into your bones. Four of us (Michael, Jens, Steve and myself) were keen enough to venture out on the shortened route at 7:30a on the dot thankful for the little extra warmth granted by the winter starting time.

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June 5, 2016
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Plantation Closure Due to Extreme Weather Event

Please note that the Beerburrum forestry areas will be closed for public access this weekend due to a possible extreme weather event. HQ Plantations have kindly asked for us to respect the closure: Please be aware we have closed public access to forest plantations due to expected extreme heavy rainfall events being forecast for the south east Queensland over the next few days. The affected plantation areas include the Beerburrum,  Fraser Coast, Elliott River, Mary Valley, Jimna, Yarraman, Pechey-Esk and Passchendaele areas. The plantations will be closed to all access unless specifically approved over the weekend 4 and 5 June 2016. Due to the localised and heavy nature of rainfall events many of the plantation roads and tracks may be subject to flooding and may be damaged creating a serious risk to people attempting to use them. The potential for rapid rises of streams and waterways from heavy rainfall in the plantation areas is high increasing the risk to life and property. HQPlantations  is appealing...

June 3, 2016
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World Environment Day Rides

If you can't make the Mapleton Community Ride this Sunday then an alternative is the Sunshine Coast Council are offering two free guided rides to the World Environment Day Festival at Cotton Tree Park. These are one way rides so you have to find your own way back. Mudjimba Bike Ride Meeting at Mudjimba Surf Life Saving Club, this is a mostly flat ride that should take about 45 minutes at an easy pace and will mostly be on pathways. Register Now Mountain Creek Bike Ride Meeting at Lady Musgrave Drive, this ride should take about 45 minutes at an easy pace and will be mostly on pathways. Register Now For further information and updates checkout the Council's Cycling Workshops page....

June 2, 2016
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