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New for 2025, the Gariwerd Gambol plays on 25 years of experience riding backroads throughout Gariwerd and the surrounding plains. Spring is an awesome time to visit the region, the wildflowers are abundant and the creeks are still babbling before the hotter summer temps kick in.
For over a decade the legend of the “The Dirty Rat”, once called Australia’s best day ride*, headed down south, but this year due to the unfortunate wildfires last year, we’ll be heading out to the north. We thought that was a good excuse for a fresh name and some added creature comforts.
After a big first day we’ll be heading out to base camp at a private bush retreat featuring bush cabins and some very comfortable amenities.
Day two will feature one of 3 loops for everyone to enjoy and self seed themselves for their big day out.
Distance: Day 1, 65 or 90 fairly flat km. Day 2 routes of 60-130km to choose from. Day 3 is a return of day one.
Checkpoints: We’ll be aiming to provide feed stations along the route as well as adding in some scenic highlights to tick off, that will count towards points and prizes.
What to bring: camping gear, a few snacks, plate, bowl, cutlery, warm clothes for around camp.
Bag drop: Don’t want to carry your gear? Drop it at the shop the Friday before and collect it at camp*. (limited places so if you are used to carrying your gear please do)
Dinner and entertainment: We will be catering dinner and breakfast as well as feed stations on all three days. There’ll be spot prizes for various ridiculous challenges over the weekend, so do your best to tick off every checkpoint and read all instructions.
Cost: $395 (plus booking fee) inclusive of dorm accommodation, dinner and drinks (day 1+2), breakfast (day 2+3), lunches(day 1&2) and snacks across the weekend.