Whether you're a seasoned rider or just starting out, Summer of Shred is for everyone - all ages, all experience levels. It’s the perfect way to discover mountain biking in a fun, friendly, and supportive environment.
Come join us for a bit of fun, it’s only as serious as you want to make it! There’ll be plenty of members around to offer tips, cheer you on, and help you get the most out of the experience.
We’re mixing things up again to keep it fresh and exciting. This year, you’ll be able to race at your skill level:
Intermediate/Advanced – Longer, more technical trails for experienced riders and those familiar with the trails
Beginner Series – Shorter, less tricky trails for those still building confidence
Mini Shredders – there is plenty of obstacles to ride at the Skills Park for our youngest riders who aren’t quite ready for the trails! (no cost)
3 races nights across 3 different trails - 1 trail per night
Up to 3 timed runs, must complete a minimum of two for it to count
Your closest time difference is your score - lowest total time across all races wins
Self-shuttle to the trail head
Shred Thursdays Are Back - Join our weekly social rides to get your practice runs in. Can’t make it every week? No worries, just turn up for the race nights!
Thursday Nights are for practice and social riding!!
Come out and practice the trails at your own pace between race nights.
Intermediate/Advanced Riders: From top, All Mountain
Beginner Riders: Southern Cross
Intermediate/Advanced Riders: From top, Loosen Up into Time to Drop
Beginner Riders: Bottom of All Mountain
Break for Christmas holidays
Intermediate/Advanced Riders: From top, Flow
Beginner Riders: Tip Run
Racing starts at 6:00pm at Mt Taylor MTB Park. Race briefing will be held at 5:45pm, please arrive early to get ready and attend the briefing.
On race nights, there will be a free BBQ — perfect for refuelling after your ride or just hanging out with fellow shredders.
Ages as of end of the calendar year
U/11 Boys & Girls
U/13 Boys & Girls
U/15 Boys & Girls
U/17 Boys & Girls
U/19 Boys & Girls
Senior Men & Women (19 or over)
E-bike Men & Women
Categories only become significant for end of season awards.
It doesn’t matter if you’re faster or slower, what counts is how close you can get to your times. The closest time difference between your runs is your score. Over the three races these scores will be accumulated, the lowest score (time difference) wins.
Series Entry - $90
Includes a free BBQ on race nights, Christmas break up and presentation night.
To enter the series, you must hold a current AusCycling membership with a Race Off Road or All Discipline licence.
If you need to join or upgrade your membership please follow the link below. https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership/race-off-road
Bike:
Your bike must be in good working order with two working brakes and bar plugs/ends on handlebars.
Gear:
A Full-face helmet (recommended) or half shell helmet that satisfies the current Australian or equivalent international standards
A jersey or shirt covering the elbows, elbow pads recommended
Knees must be covered, knee pads recommended
Full-finger gloves recommended
Fully enclosed shoes
Suggested - Body armour, goggles and neck braces
Nicole Thompson - Summer of Shred Race Co-Ordinator
Online pricing:
A payment card fee may apply (calculated at checkout).