Mountain bike riding
$1.57M to boost Forrest bike trails
Forrest’s reputation as one of Victoria’s best mountain bike destinations will receive a further boost, with the State Government to deliver $1.57 million in new improvements to the local trail network.
AMAZING ODYSSEY: Riders celebrate race’s anniversary
MOUNTAIN bike riders from across the world will flock to Forrest to celebrate the 10th anniversary of one of Australia’s most highly regarded events this month.
Rider recovering after worst crash of career
FORMER Colac mountain bike rider Ryan De La Rue faces three to four months in recovery after one of the worst crashes of his career.
Schedule hurts race entries
THE rescheduling of a premier Otway mountain bike event has pushed down entry numbers but organisers say the talent pool is still as strong.
Riders respond to new format
ORGANISERS of an Otways mountain bike race are enthused by riders’ positive response to a new-look format.
Cyclist aiming to make history
FORREST mountain bike world champion Jessica Douglas says she is achieving personal bests as she prepares to make history later this year.
Cyclist wins third world title
A NEWFOUND ability to focus her concentration has landed Forrest mountain bike rider Jess Douglas a third world championship.
Entries open for bike marathon
ENTRIES have opened for one of Australia’s toughest mountain bike marathons in the Otways.