SUNSHINE COAST XC MTB FESTIVAL
SUNSHINE COAST XC MTB FESTIVAL
Events
EWEN MADDOCK DAM
CLIMATE
PRIZE POOL
- 47.5k
- 28.5k
- 9.5k
- + FREE Kids Mud Rats Bike
The Sunshine Coast XC MTB Festival is hosted in conjunction with the TreX Cross Triathlon | Sunshine Coast which together make up an action packed weekend of off road events for the entire family.
The course is a heart pumping lap that dives in and out of the ferned rainforest with flowing single track trails within Beerwah State Forest on the banks of Ewen Maddock Dam. Choose to go hardcore with the 47.5k or 28.5k or go hard in the 9.5k sprint.
Time Table
| 47.5k EVENT | |
|---|---|
| 7:15am | 47.5k | REGISTRATION OPEN | 1 |
| 7:45am | 47.5k | Late On Line Entries Closed |
| 8:10am | 47.5k | REGISTRATION CLOSED | 1 |
| 8:15am | 47.5k | Course & Safety Brief - All 47.5k Riders must attend |
| 8:30am | 47.5km | START |
| 28.5k & 9.5k EVENT | |
| 8:45am | 28.5k & 9.5k | REGISTRATION OPEN | 2 |
| 9:15am | 28.5k & 9.5k | Late On Line Entries Closed |
| 9:45am | 28.5k & 9.5k REGISTRATION CLOSED | 2 |
| 9:45am | 28.5k | Course & Safety Brief - All 28.5k Riders must attend |
| 10:00am | 28.5km | START |
| 10:05am | 9.5k | Course & Safety Brief - All 9.5k Riders must attend |
| 10:15am | 9.5km | START |
| 11:30am | Kids Mud Rats | Check In Open |
| *12:15pm | MUD RATS KIDS BIKE START |
| *12:30pm | PRESENTATIONS | 47.5k, 28.5k & 9.5k XC MTB |
| 1:30pm | Event Close |
EWEN MADDOCK DAM
Venue
EWEN MADDOCK DAM,
LANDSBOROUGH
The Old Camp Koongamoon Environmental Centre
Steve Irwin Way
Landsborough,
Qld, 4550
Venue Entry is from Steve Irwin Way
TRAVELLING TO EWEN MADDOCK DAM
- Brisbane: approx 1hr 11 mins drive
- Sunshine Coast: approx 22 mins drive
Venue Map
CATERING AT THE EVENT HUB
As the area has been opened specifically for the event, SEQ Water (the land managers) have advised that there is No Camping, No Open Fires and No BBQ’s permitted at the event.
JUNGLE BEAN COFFEE
Tarryn & the Jungle Bean Coffee Van will be back providing the best coffees, ice cold frappes and snacks to keep us fired up throughout the event.
Be sure to look at purchasing your Jungle Bean Coffee Keep Cup at the event to help save on coffee cups during the event.
MEXICAN TUCKA
Trudy and the team from Mexican Tucka will be keeping us fired up throughout the Sunshine Coast MultiSport Festival.
Mexican Tucka is a family run business offering fresh Mexican Food made onsite using only quality productions.
FACILITIES AT EWEN MADDOCK DAM CAMP
Race HQ is based at the old Ewen Maddock Dam Camp on the banks of Ewen Maddock Dam.
Facilities at the race venue include:
- Beach & Swimming in the dam
- Portable Toilets
- Limited drinking Water on site – please ensure you bring sufficient water along to the event site
- Catering – full details coming soon
As the area has been opened specifically for the event the land managers have advised that there is No Camping, No Open Fires and No BBQ’s permitted.
EVENT PARKING
Parking on site at the venue is limited and can include a walk up to 400m to Race HQ. We encourage all participants to car pool wherever possible to keep the number of vehicles to a minimum.
Pets
Domestic Pets
At In2Adventure we love our fur kids too, however, SEQ Water and Qld Parks and Wildlife DO NOT permit domestic pets in the Race HQ venue or anywhere on the course, so please leave your pets safe at home to avoid being asked to leave the event site.
Certified Assistance Animals
Some companion animals are trained to provide assistance to people with a disability to help alleviate the effect of that disability. These assistance animals are not pets. They provide an important service that helps people to more fully participate in personal and public life activities with more confidence and independence.
Event Details
| 47.5k EVENT | |
|---|---|
| 7:15am | 47.5k | REGISTRATION OPEN | 1 |
| 7:45am | 47.5k | Late On Line Entries Closed |
| 8:10am | 47.5k | REGISTRATION CLOSED | 1 |
| 8:15am | 47.5k | Course & Safety Brief - All 47.5k Riders must attend |
| 8:30am | 47.5km | START |
| 28.5k & 9.5k EVENT | |
| 8:45am | 28.5k & 9.5k | REGISTRATION OPEN | 2 |
| 9:15am | 28.5k & 9.5k | Late On Line Entries Closed |
| 9:45am | 28.5k & 9.5k REGISTRATION CLOSED | 2 |
| 9:45am | 28.5k | Course & Safety Brief - All 28.5k Riders must attend |
| 10:00am | 28.5km | START |
| 10:05am | 9.5k | Course & Safety Brief - All 9.5k Riders must attend |
| 10:15am | 9.5km | START |
| 11:30am | Kids Mud Rats | Check In Open |
| *12:15pm | MUD RATS KIDS BIKE START |
| *12:30pm | PRESENTATIONS | 47.5k, 28.5k & 9.5k XC MTB |
| 1:30pm | Event Close |
REGISTRATION TIMES
Please refer to the Event Timetable for registration times.AT REGISTRATION
- Please bring along a copy of your entry confirmation email.
- If you have recorded on your are an AusCycling licence holder, you will be required to show proof of current AusCycling Race Off Road or Race All Disciplines license before collecting race packs at registration. If a current licence cannot be shown the rider will be required to purchase a license directly from AusCycling prior to registering and collecting race packs.to registration.
- Line up in the relevant queue at the Race HQ tent.
- Advise officials of your name
- Check your details on the registration screen.
- Collect your race bag.
- Collect ties for your race number at the table near the registration desk.
- Get ready to Ride!
RACE NUMBERS
- It is a race rule that all participants must have their race number clearly visible on their front handlebars at all times during the event. This is important as marshals will monitor competitors progress around the course. Non-compliance will result in penalties
- Ensure the number is safely secured. If your number is lost on the course, please report the loss to the Race Director immediately.
- Participants are not permitted to enter the course without displaying their allocated number.
- Numbers are not to be cut, altered, disfigured, damaged, covered or obscured in any way. Penalties, disqualification and/or fines will apply in this circumstance.
Riders in the Sunshine Coast MTB Festival are expected to be self-sufficient for the event.
COMPULSORY EQUIPMENT
- Mobile Phone with In2Adventure App Downloaded.
- Mountain Bike - In good working order and with plugs in the handle bars.
- Bike Helmet - The bike helmet must be in good condition and meet Australian Safety Standards.
- Water Bottle/Bottless (mounted in cages on the bike frame) and / or hydration pack;
- A minimum of 500ml of water
- Number plate with timing transponder (provided)
- Suitable Clothing: to match the weather conditions on the day.
SUGGESTED EQUIPMENT
- Pump with correct valve connection
- Bike Shoes (if applicable)
- Sunglasses / Protective Eyewear: Some sections of the course have some overhanging branches. It is recommended that athletes wear some form of eye protection during the event
- Hat
- Sun Lotion
- Insect Repellent
- Spare tubes
- Repair Kit
- Two big tyre levers
- Spare Derailleur hanger
- Multi-tool
- CO2 adapter
- Small bottle of lube
- Two quick-links
- Spare valve core
- Cable ties
- Spokes for special wheels
- Spare batteries for any bike computers or heart rate monitors.
- Towel
- Cards/Cast to purchase food and drinks before and after the event
- Hat
- Sun Lotion
- Insect Repellent
- Chairs to relax in after the event
- Shelter for shade or in case of bad weather
- Rubbish Bag: Athletes are requested to take rubbish home with them as there are limited facilities on site.
CLOTHING
- Comfortable riding shorts/pants.
- Bike Jersey
- Sunglasses / Protective Eyewear: Some sections of the course have some overhanging branches. It is recommended that athletes wear some form of eye protection during the event
- Bike Gloves (recommended)
- Weather can be unpredictable and can change quickly. Ensure you have some layers that you can put on and remove in changing conditions. This should include a waterproof layer in case of rain.
- A change of clothes for after the race.
- It is recommended that you have trained in any clothing that you choose to wear on the day of the race. Trying something new on race day is never a good idea.
FOOD & NUTRITION
Riders in the Sunshine Coast MTB Festival are expected to be self-sufficient for the event.
A Feed Zone will be located at Race HQ where athletes can access their own hydration, nutrition and mechanical support at the end of each 9.5km lap. Hydration/nutrition can be picked up directly by the athlete, OR it may be handed to them by a designated assistant as the athlete passes through the feed zone ONLY.
No support is provided or permitted on the course, therefore it is important that riders have the capacity to carry sufficient hydration and nutrition for each lapp of the race.
Presentations are such a special time and we love the opportunity celebrate with our winners. Please refer to the Event Timetable for estimated presentation times. Presentations will take place when all, or the majority of athletes have finished the event and therefore the times may be earlier or later than advertised. Please listen for announcements at Race HQ for times on the day.
Participants are required to be present in person at the presentation ceremony to collect medals and/or prizes
PRIZES
1st Place: Winners in each of the age group categories will be presented with a sponsors prize and Medallion
2nd & 3rd Place: 2nd & 3rd place in each of the age group categories will be presented with a Medallion
SPOT PRIZES
Spot Prizes: A draw will take place at presentations for spot prizes. To be eligible for a spot prize:
- Enter your race number in the draw box at Race HQ.
- Recipients must be present at the presentation ceremony to be eligible for spot prizes.
EARLY COLLECTION OF MEDALS/PRIZES
To ensure all results, protests, penalties etc are taken into consideration, preliminary results are finalised just prior to presentations. For this reason no awards, medals or prizes are able to be issued prior to the presentation ceremony.
COLLECTION OF MEDALS/PRIZES
To collect medals and prizes, recipients are required to be present in person at the presentation ceremony. Unfortunately, due to past circumstances it is not possible to issue medals or prizes to anyone other than the rightful recipient.
If winners are unable to stay for presentations, prizes and medals can be obtained by sending a stamped self addressed envelope (big enough for the size of the medal and/or prize) to the postal address below including the following information:
- Your name
- The event
- Your category
- Your placing
Please note, it may take up to four weeks for prizes to be sent as they are packed in the event trailer which is transported to various locations across the country and at times cannot be accessed immediately.
Postal Address
In2Adventure Prize Collection: PO Box 2003, Brookside Centre, Qld, 4053
COURSE & SAFETY BRIEF | COMPULSORY FOR ALL ATHLETES
The Course & Safety Brief will take place at Race HQ. For safety reasons all participants are required to attend the briefing with all equipment ready to start the event. The brief will cover all the information you need to ensure a safe and enjoyable race as well as important information about the course and any changes on the day.
The event will start soon after the Safety Brief is finished.
EVENT START
The event will commence with a La Mans start from Race HQ.
Riders will place their bikes on bike racks located in the transition area and will run/walk approx 150m from the start to their bikes and mount after the designated ‘Mount’ line. Please follow the instructions of the Race Director at the Start Brief.
EVENT FINISH
All courses will finish under the finish arch at Race HQ
Race Rules
A safe and fair competitive race always includes a few rules and to ensure you can enjoy your race you mush ensure you have read and understood the race rules BEFORE the start of the event. The Sunshine Coast MTB Festival is sanctioned by AusCycling and will be hosted under the regulations set out by AusCycling.
These rules will be applied by the Race Commissaire and ignorance is not an excuse that can be accepted.
- View full details on the AusCycling website here
SAFETY & FIRST AID
Your safety is a key consideration; however, XC MTB events do involve risk. Dedicated first aiders are on hand at Race HQ and on the course to assist where necessary.
3 SAFETY RULES
- Stop and assist any competitor that is in need of emergency assistance.
- Report any incident to the next available marshal or emergency radio point on the course.
- Compete within your abilities.
On the course there are a number of things you can do to assist yourselves and fellow competitors:
- Slow down in steep or technically challenging areas.
- Ride on the left hand side of tracks.
- Compete within your limits.
- Let common sense and courtesy prevail. We want to see you safe and sound at the end of the event.
FIRST AID
First Aid will be located at Race HQ and at manned check points on the course. This will be identified at the course briefing.
CHECK POINTS
There are check points on the course, staffed by First Aid Qualified team members. These are marked on the course map at HQ.
EMERGENCY EVACUATION
In the event of fire or other emergency, follow instructions from event officials. On the course, marshals will direct you back to the Evacuation Meeting Point at HQ. Please follow instructions from Emergency Personnel and/or event officials.
YOUR SAFETY IS OUR CONCERN AND YOUR RESPONSIBILITY
auscycling
The Sunshine Coast MTB Festival 2023 is a Bronze Level AusCycling Mountain Bike National Cup round.
AusCycling National Cup
The AusCycling Mountain Bike National Cup is a series of events where riders can earn points throughout the season, which runs from 1 January to 31 December, riders will add their best eligible results from up to twelve (12) races towards their MTB National Cup points tally.
About AusCycling
Sunshine Coast MTB Festival is sanctioned by AusCycling, the National Governing Body for Mountain Biking in Australia.
AusCycling represents over 52,000 members across BMX, BMX Freestyle, Cyclo-Cross, E-Sport, Mountain Bike, Para-Cycling, Road, Track and Lifestyle (recreational and commuter) riding throughout Australia. Their vision is to make Australia a nation of bike riders, to advocate for riders’ safety, build strong club communities and to make all forms of cycling accessible to everyone be it on a track, off a jump, in the great Australian bush or on the road.
AusCycling Membership
Being a member of AusCycling offers benefits including:
- Competition Licenses
- Exclusive member discounts
- Member eNews with training and riding information
- Insurance cover whilst racing off road
- Third party public liability insurance
- Personal accident insurance coverage
- Option to join a club and find other cyclists to ride with
- And more
To find out full details about AusCycling Memberships please visit the website here
UNSOLICITED PROMOTION
Our event partners have been extremely generous in supporting this event so we can all enjoy the sport we love. We reciprocate that support and therefore no signage, flyers, promotional banners, promotional tents, branded vehicles, sales, service or trade displays are permitted to be set up within the Race HQ or car parking areas without written authorisation from the event directors.
If you’re not sure if what you are setting up is against this directive, please see the Race Director or Event Director BEFORE setting up for clarification.
We ask all participants to please be respectful of this to avoid being asked to remove tents etc.
Please see the ‘Event Promotion Policy’ displayed on the Policy page.
environment
In2Adventure is committed to maintaining a minimal impact policy that will protect the environment and enable us as individual members of the general public and members of the outdoor community to continue to enjoy the vast natural environment that is Australia’s backyard. Therefore we ask that competitors read and agree to abide by the Bush Code outlined in our Environmental Policy and ensure that no rubbish, gel packets or wrappers are dropped on the course during the event.
JOIN THE POLAR COMPETITION TO WIN
Roof Rack Store
WIN! A YAKIMA HOLDUP EVO 2 REAR MOUNTED BIKE RACK WITH THE ROOF RACK STORE - VALUE $749
The biggest thank you to our friends at Roof Rack Store Australia who will be joining the team at the Sunshine Coast MultiSport Festival showcasing their amazing range of racks for carrying all the equipment you need for your next adventure.
AND… as an added bonus one lucky visitor will be taking home a Yakima HoldUp EVO 2 Bike Carrier valued at $749
Simply visit the Roof Rack Store Australia team at Race HQ on the day and sign up to be in the draw.
VISIT US: roofrackstore.com.au
ABOUT THE YAKIMA HOLDUP EVO 2 BIKE RACK
It comes with tray adjustability, meaning less bike-to-bike interference. Plus its StrongArm system allows for no frame contact when securing your bikes, making it a great choice for carbon frame bikes or anyone who has concerns about damage in transit. It’s also quite a good looking bike carrier, with nice finishes and high-quality materials.
Out of the box the HoldUp EVO carries two bikes, and it can be extended to accommodate four bikes with the optional HoldUp EVO +2.
Versatility is a strong point, it takes nearly all bikes with 20inch to 29inch wheels and almost any size or shape of frame. It has moveable trays to adjust bike positions, and the StrongArm design also avoids any frame contact by securing just the front wheel. Maximum weight limit is 23kgs per bike, with a maximum wheelbase of 122cm, and 4.8 inch maximum tyre width. The impressive weight capacity also makes the HoldUp EVO capable of carrying E-bikes under 23kg, if your bike is heavier please see the original HoldUp, which has a higher weight capacity of 27kg per bike.
The HoldUp EVO folds flat against your vehicle when not in use and comes with integrated locks for both the carrier and bikes, which can be matched to other Yakima products for single key convenience. The 81cm cable locks for your bikes also retract neatly into the carrier after use.
It comes out of the box requiring very minimal assembly so you can be out on the trails even quicker, installation is a 25 minute job and all necessary tools are included. Please refer to the video and fitting instructions below for further details.
This new version is more expensive than its predecessor, yet we think it’s worth the money, the improvements make one of the best quality and strongest racks available even better, plus it’s covered by Yakima’s lifetime warranty.
If you’d like to learn more about the HoldUp EVO you can contact us anytime with your questions, or read this independent review of the Yakima HoldUp EVO, discussing both its strengths and weaknesses.
At Roof Rack Store we recommend the use of a lightboard with this product for added safety on the road, which you can find in our Bike Carrier Accessories page.
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SUNSHINE COAST MULTISPORT FESTIVAL MERCH
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Course
THE COURSE
The Sunshine Coast XC MTB Festival is based in the Sunshine Coast’s rainforest hinterland in Ferny Forest on the banks of Ewen Maddock Dam. Three course distances are on offer including:
- 47.5k | 5 x 9.5km laps
- 28.5k | 3 x 9.5km laps
- 9.5k | 1 x 9.5km lap
The 9.5km MTB course is an action packed lap that dives in and out of the ferned rainforest with flowing single track trails. New riders will enjoy the flowing nature of the course, while more experienced riders will love the pinchy climbs, creek crossings, bridges and roll overs. If you’re not too tired to look, you’ll also enjoy the panoramic views across Ewen Maddock Dam along the way.
The course is suitable for those new to mountain biking, but will also challenge those with advanced technical riding skills in a number of sections.
FREE KIDS MUD RATS EVENT
The mud rats is a free, short, fun, non-competitive bike event for our Kids aged 5 to 9 years. If there are any Mud Rats under 5yrs who would like to take part they must be accompanied by an adult (over 18 years of age) around the course.
The course is a short, fun circuit around HQ, usually around 400-800m.
The Mud Rats Bike will take place on Sunday after the main MTB Event just prior to Prize Giving.
REGISTER ONLINE
Although this is a free event, participants will be required to register online before the event and complete Parental Consent Form.
After completing the online registration please visit the Race HQ tent at any time prior to the Mud Rats bike to collect your mud rats tag.
- Register online here
FEED ZONE
A Feed Zone will be located at Race HQ.
- The Feed Zone is an area where athletes can access their own hydration, nutrition and mechanical support during the event.
- Hydration/nutrition can be picked up directly by the athlete, OR it may be handed to them by a designated assistant as the athlete passes through the feed zone ONLY.
- The Start and End of the feed zone will be clearly signed. Please place feed zone items between this signage only.
PLACEMENT & COLLECTION OF HYDRATION/NUTRITION
- Hydration/Nutrition may placed in Feed Zone prior to the event.
- The athlete is responsible for collecting the items immediately after the event.
Course Signage
The course will be marked primarily with yellow A4 bike signs. Bunting and cones will also be used. Course marshals will be located throughout the course; however, it is the competitor’s responsibility to know the course and take the correct route on the day.
Please note that the course will also be marked with TreX XTri Run signage, XC MTB athletes follow the yellow bike signage.
OVERTAKING / PASSING
Below are the standard overtaking procedures on the mountain bike course.
- Keep to the left of the track where possible and allow others to pass.
- Walking something you do not feel confident riding is fine! However, please move off the track to allow riders right of way.
- When passing, give the person in front a friendly shout to indicate that you wish to pass “Passing when you’re ready”
- If being passed, as soon as safe to do so move to the edge of the trail. You may need to ride off the trail to allow the faster rider to pass
- You must give track to a rider who wishes to pass, do not deliberately block from overtaking, this is against the rules and contrary to the spirit of the event.
- If you aren’t confident or capable of riding off the track to let another rider pass then riders must dismount off the track to allow other riders to pass.
- Race hard! But keep it friendly & have a great time doing it!
Sunshine Coast Dirt Master Challenge
DIRT MASTER SUNSHINE COAST
SUNSHINE COAST DIRT MASTER CHALLENGE
AGE: 16YRS +
A highlight of the Sunshine Coast MultiSport Festival are the Dirt Master & Dirt Mistress Titles. Contenders for the title of Dirt Master and Dirt Mistress will take on two gruelling long course events across two days covering over 68km. Events include:
- Saturday AM: TreX Triathlon Sunshine Coast 1500 | 28.5 | 10.5
- Sunday AM: Sunshine Coast MTB 47k
Each contender that finishes all events will be awarded the title of Dirt Master or Dirt Mistress and receive a Dirt Master Finisher T-Shirt, Finisher Medallion & be inducted into the Dirt Master Hall of Fame.
SUNSHINE COAST MINI DIRT MASTER CHALLENGE
AGE: 14YRS +
Our Mini Dirt Masters and Dirt Mistresses will be challenged with two sprint off road events across two days of action.
It will take a huge amount of guts and determination to take out the Title of Mini Dirt Master or Dirt Mistress with events across two days including:
- Saturday AM: TreX Triathlon Sunshine Coast | Sprint Course 400 | 9.5 | 3.5
- Saturday AM: Sunshine Coast MTB | 28km Course
Each contender that finishes all events will be awarded a Mini Dirt Master Finisher Medallion.
SUNSHINE COAST JUNIOR DIRT DUDE CHALLENGE
AGE: 12 – 15YRS
Here’s something for our young champions of tomorrow with the Junior Dirt Dude Challenge.
It will take a huge amount of guts and determination to take out the Title of Junior Dirt Dude with events across two days covering 14km. Events include:
- Saturday AM: TreX Triathlon Sunshine Coast | Junior Course 150 | 4 | 1
- Saturday AM: Sunshine Coast MTB | 9.5km Course
Each contender that finishes all events will be awarded a Junior Dirt Dude Finisher Medallion.
Dirt Master
Kylie Hohn
Simon Nendick
Liam McGovern
Mark Pirlo
Cathy Faye
Michael Bettison
Guillermo Gonzalez Bordalas
Ulrike Longhurst
David Becker
Mini Dirt Master
Trent Paschkow
Michel Bell
Junior Dirt Dude
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Travelling to the Sunshine Coast
Getting Here
Ewen Maddock Dam is located just one hour north of Brisbane.
TRAVELLING TO THE SUNSHINE COAST
For directions please follow the links below
RACE HQ
Race HQ is located at:
Ewen Maddock Dam
Steve Irwin Way
Landsborough, Sunshine Coast,
QLD, 4550
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Car Hire
There is no public transport to the event site and therefore car hire is the best option for making your way to the event.
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Flights & Transfers
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Rail
A rail line connects the region to Brisbane and the Gold Coast in the south, and Gympie and beyond to the north, with major stations at Beerwah, Landsborough, Nambour, Cooroy and Gympie North.
Buses
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Contact details for each office can be found here.
YOUR INSIDERS GUIDE
If you want to share the inside scoop on what to see and do here with your event attendees, then look no further!
Download the official Sunshine Coast Visitor's Guide here
Climate
They call it the Sunshine Coast for a reason. The sunny subtropical climate is ideal for year round activities.
The average temperatures range from 13°C to 26°C.
DINING ON THE SUNSHINE COAST
Locally farmed, home grown and organic, the warm climate, rich soil and abundant oceans create a gourmet paradise. Eating out on the Sunshine Coast is a multicultural affair with plenty of fresh seafood, colourful tropical
fruits, excellent wines and boutique beer.
For more information on Sunshine Coast restaurant and cafés, personalised food tour itineraries and to discover a world of fresh food and produce, farmers’ markets, food festivals and award winning dining experiences, visit here
DINING IN LANDSBOROUGH
The historic Landsborough Pub is a great place to grab a meal and a refreshing drink and catch up with the locals. Boasting the ‘coldest beer on the coast’, the pub offers the entertainment, dining and gaming facilities all in the one venue.
There are several local family owned cafés on Maleny St in Landsborough, and are popular for locals and tourists alike. Some specialise in a gluten free and vegetarian
To find out more go to visitsunshinecoast.com
Entry Information
XC MTB Entry Fees
| One Day Special | Super Early Bird | Early Bird | Standard | Full Price | AusCycling One Day Licence Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EVENT | First 20 Entries on Opening Day Only. | Closes 16 weeks prior to the event 1/01/2023. | Closes 8 weeks prior to the event 26/02/2023. | Closes 5pm Wednesday prior to the event or when sold out. | Close 30mins before close of event registration | |
| When the first 30 entries are sold on opening day the Super Early bird entry price will apply. | ||||||
| 47.5km | $45 | $50 | $60 | $70 | *$90 | $9 |
| 28.5km | $35 | $40 | $45 | $50 | *$70 | $9 |
| 9.5km | $30 | $32.50 | $35 | $40 | *$60 | $9 |
| *Full Price entries will be made available after close of entries on Wed if the event is not fully subscribed Late Full Price Entries are only accepted online. |
AUSCYCLING LICENSE FEES
Entrants who hold a current Race Off Road or Race All Disciplines license please include the license number on the entry form.
Entrants who do not hold a current AusCycling License will be required to purchase a day license and an additional $9 fee will be added to the entry.
All licence holders will be required to show proof of current AusCycling Race Off Road or Race All Disciplines license before collecting race packs at registration. If a current licence cannot be shown the rider will be required to purchase a license directly from AusCycling prior to registering and collecting race packs.
Dirt Master Entry Fees
| One Day Special | Super Early Bird | Early Bird | Standard | Full | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EVENT | First 10 Entries on Opening Day Only. | Closes 16 weeks prior to the event 1/01/2023. | Closes 8 weeks prior to the event 26/02/2023. | Closes 5pm Wednesday prior to the event or when sold out. | Close 30mins before close of event registration |
| When the first 10 entries are sold on opening day the early bird entry price will apply. | |||||
| Dirt Master | $140 | $150 | $180 | $210 | *$250 |
| Mini Dirt Master | $95 | $100 | $110 | $120 | *$160 |
| Junior Dirt Dude | $62.50 | $65 | $70 | $75 | *$105 |
| *Late online entries will be made available after close of entries on Wed if the event is not fully subscribed Any late entries are only accepted online. |
Sunshine Coast MTB
Event Categories
| 47.5km 5 Laps | 28.5km 3 Laps | 9.5km 1 lap |
|---|---|---|
| Athletes must be at least 16 years of age on the day of the event | Athletes must be at least 12 years of age on the day of the event | Athletes must be at least 10 years of age on the day of the event |
| Elite | 12-13yrs | 10-11yrs |
| Single Speed | 14-15yrs | 12-13yrs |
| 16-19yrs | 16-19yrs | 14-15yrs |
| 20-29yrs | 20-29yrs | 16+yrs |
| 30-39yrs | 30-39yrs | |
| 40-49yrs | 40-49yrs | |
| 50-59yrs | 50-59yrs | |
| 60+yrs | 60+yrs |
*Note: Where there are less than 5 entrants in a category the Event Organisers reserve the right to amalgamate that category.
HOW TO ENTER
All entries are via secure online entry system provided by Suncorp. Payment is by Visa, Mastercard or American Express.
Entries close at 5pm on the Wednesday prior to the event.
LATE ONLINE ENTRIES
Important Note: All late entries are required to be completed ONLINE using phone, device or computer.
Where an event is not fully subscribed by close of entries at 5pm on Wednesday prior to the event, late online entries will be made available on Thursday morning.
Late Online Entries may be submitted after close of entries and up until half an hour before the close of event registration.
Late Online Entries incur an additional administration fee. All late entries must be completed online, manual entries are not available at event registration. Please enter using your phone, device or computer prior to the Late Entry Close Time.
How to Submit a Late Online Entry
- Enter & Pay Online up until half an hour before the close of registration Enter Here
- Bring a copy of your In2Adventure Order Email to registration. Please note: race packs can only be collected with proof of entry.
- Join the ‘Late Entry’ Queue at Race HQ, show your entry invoice and collect your race pack
DISCOUNTS
Every effort has been made to keep entry costs to an absolute minimum, however we are keen to encourage families to be involved and we do understand that entries for a large family can add up and that entries as a student can be challenging.
FAMILY DISCOUNTS
If you are a family unit, and members of your family are looking at taking part, then email us at info@in2adventure.com.au PRIOR TO ENTERING with the following details:
- Your name, telephone number & email address; and
- The names of those in your family who will be taking part, and the events they will be entering.
We will consider each request on an individual basis and send a email in response.
STUDENT DISCOUNT 10%
If you are a student please email us at info@in2adventure.com.au PRIOR TO ENTERING with the following details:
- Your name, telephone number & email address; and
- A scanned copy or photo of your student identity card
We will consider each request on an individual basis and send an email in response.
Important Information about Family & Student Discounts
- For family discounts, entries must be for members of one family unit. Groups of friends are not eligible.
- Sending an email does not guarantee a discount. A family/student discount will be offered only at the discretion of the event managers.
- Discounts will only be considered prior to entries being received. Discounts cannot be backdated and no refunds will be given as a result of a Family/Student Discount.
- Family entries must be made on the same order.
- If a discount is offered and the entry does not match the details in the email request In2Adventure reserve the right, without prior notice, to debit the difference in entry fees from the credit card listed on the entry.
ENTRY OPENING SPECIAL | SAVE 50%
Thurs 1st September | 10am AEST
The first 20 athletes to enter TreX Champs and Sunshine Coast MTB Festival on Thursday 1st September will save a massive 50% off the full entry price.
One Day Entry Special - Important Information
- Be Quick! The one-day specials sold out within the first 15mins last year and numbers are limited.
- Entry Opening & Closure:Special one day entries will open at *10am AEST and will remain open until 11:59pm on the opening day OR when all one day special entries have been sold. When the entries are sold the entry price will revert to the Super Early Bird Special.
- Other Time Zones Outside AEST: Those who live in a state outside of Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), please adjust the opening time for your time zone.
The Sunshine Coast MTB Festival is sanctioned by AusCycling, the National Governing Body for Mountain Biking in Australia.
AusCycling represents over 52,000 members across BMX, BMX Freestyle, Cyclo-Cross, E-Sport, Mountain Bike, Para-Cycling, Road, Track and Lifestyle (recreational and commuter) riding throughout Australia. Their vision is to make Australia a nation of bike riders, to advocate for riders’ safety, build strong club communities and to make all forms of cycling accessible to everyone be it on a track, off a jump, in the great Australian bush or on the road.
AUSCYCLING LICENSE FEES
Entrants who hold a current Race Off Road or Race All Disciplines license please include the license number on the entry form.
Entrants who do not hold a current AusCycling License will be required to purchase a day license and an additional $9 fee will be added to the entry.
All licence holders will be required to show proof of current AusCycling Race Off Road or Race All Disciplines license before collecting race packs at registration. If a current licence cannot be shown the rider will be required to purchase a license directly from AusCycling prior to registering and collecting race packs.
AUSCYCLING MEMBERSHIP
Being a member of AusCycling offers benefits including:
- Competition Licenses
- Exclusive member discounts
- Member eNews with training and riding information
- Insurance cover whilst racing off road
- Third party public liability insurance
- Personal accident insurance coverage
- Option to join a club and find other cyclists to ride with
- And more
To find out full details about AusCycling Memberships please visit the website here
FAQ’s
E-Bikes at Competitive In2Adventure Events
We have been approached to consider including an e-bike category in our competitive events. We have considered this extensively, and spent much time discussing this with many of our participants and considering points of view expressed on numerous forums.
We listened to the opinions, both for and against with valid points on both sides of the debate. However, after listening to our athletes we ultimately had to revert back to our core values and what In2Adventure is really about as an organisation and what we wish to aspire to, and to deliver for our athletes.
We believe that our competitive events should encourage and reflect personal achievement and that means completing in the event under your own power, driven by your own physical effort, training, determination and personal goals and sharing that experience with others around you who are racing under the same conditions and challenges.
Based on this we have made the decision to NOT permit E-Bikes in our competitive events, and as outlined in the race rules, “All bikes used in the competition must be powered by human power alone” However, as per the details below participation e-bike events may be introduced.
This does not in any way suggest that we hate e-bikes, or judge anyone who rides one. They fill a really great need in the mountain biking community. For those who may be a bit older, or recovering from injury and still wish to enjoy the outdoors on a bike, e-bikes are a fantastic alternative. We even own an e-bike which we use for course marking.
They can be a lot of fun to ride, however, with regards to a competitive event our athletes have told us, that no matter how the event or starts are structured powered bikes do have an impact on other riders who are riding under their own power, even if the powered bike rider is not competing for a win.
We do try to make every opportunity for riders to take part in our competitive events including:
- Offering a team option where it is viable;
- Offering many different course distances to suit all abilities; and
- Avoiding cut off times at our events and making every effort, where it is safe and practical, to allow athletes to finish the event.
Standalone E-Bike Participation Events
Despite not permitting e-bikes in competitive events, we recognise that e-bikes do fill a place in the mountain bike community. For those who may be a bit older, or recovering from injury and still wish to enjoy the outdoors on a bike, or for those who are perhaps trying mountain biking for the first time, e-bikes can be a fantastic alternative.
In2Adventure was built on a key principle of ‘Participation’ and based on this we have made the decision that where practical, a decision may be made to host non-competitive standalone E-Bike participation events in conjunction with existing competitive events.
About In2Adventure E-Bike Events
Where an E-Bike event is hosted it will be:
- A standalone event: where E-Bikes do not impact riders taking part in a competitive event under their own power.
- A Participation Event: The event will be focused on participation. It will provide an opportunity for those e-bike riders who may not have taken part in a mountain bike event previously, or have had to move to riding an e-bike due to injury or age, to come along and be a part of the event. Places will not be awarded, however, riders overall times will be published after the event.
IN2ADVENTURE EVENT APP
DOWNLOAD THE I2A EVENT APP FOR APPLE OR GOOGLE
Available for download on both Apple and Google, the app ushers in the next generation of innovation for In2Adventure events.
Developed with the goal of enhancing participant experience the app offers:
- A full suite of event information in athletes hands;
- Targeted, engaging and timely communication and updates; with participants and spectators receiving information that is relevant and important to them when they need it;
- Pre-event education and support to assist athletes and spectators to prepare for events;
- Access to exclusive offers and opportunities for app account holders; and
- On course safety information and reporting.
Athletes, Spectators and Visitors are encouraged to download the app and set up preferences on their account. Having an account enables the user to receive targeted communications relevant to them and their event. It also enables athletes to send emergency communications during the event including messages and live locations.
Minimum Age
View category and minimum age categories here
| 47.5km 5 Laps | 28.5km 3 Laps | 9.5km 1 lap |
|---|---|---|
| Athletes must be at least 16 years of age on the day of the event | Athletes must be at least 12 years of age on the day of the event | Athletes must be at least 10 years of age on the day of the event |
| Elite | 12-13yrs | 10-11yrs |
| Single Speed | 14-15yrs | 12-13yrs |
| 16-19yrs | 16-19yrs | 14-15yrs |
| 20-29yrs | 20-29yrs | 16+yrs |
| 30-39yrs | 30-39yrs | |
| 40-49yrs | 40-49yrs | |
| 50-59yrs | 50-59yrs | |
| 60+yrs | 60+yrs |
If after the entry closure date the event is not at capacity, ‘Full Price Online Entries’ will be made available. These incur and additional an additional fee and full details can be viewed on the entry tab.
Entries may close without notice when the event is full. When the event is sold out a notice will be posted on the event app, and on the website.
AUSCYCLING LICENSE FEES
Entrants who hold a current Race Off Road or Race All Disciplines license please include the license number on the entry form.
Entrants who do not hold a current AusCycling License will be required to purchase a day license and an additional $9 fee will be added to the entry.
All licence holders will be required to show proof of current AusCycling Race Off Road or Race All Disciplines license before collecting race packs at registration. If a current licence cannot be shown the rider will be required to purchase a license directly from AusCycling prior to registering and collecting race packs.
AusCycling Membership
Being a member of AusCycling offers benefits including:
- Competition Licenses
- Exclusive member discounts
- Member eNews with training and riding information
- Insurance cover whilst racing off road
- Third party public liability insurance
- Personal accident insurance coverage
- Option to join a club and find other cyclists to ride with
- And more
To find out full details about AusCycling Memberships please visit the website here
No. Support crews are not compulsory for this event, however a support person/persons, may assist riders in the Feed Zone at Race HQ only.
We do also recommend bringing your friends and family along to cheer you on and greet you at the finish line.
It is forbidden to participate in an event under another competitor’s name or to offer your entry to another participant or team. Participants that do not obey this policy waive all insurance coverage and put other competitors at risk.
In the event where a participant is unable to attend an event they should refer to the Event Refund Policy.
A decision to cancel or reschedule an event will not be made lightly, however our main focus is competitor safety and respect for the environment in which we operate. Sometimes situations outside of our control do result in this outcome.
- If a decision needs to be made to cancel or reschedule an event it will be made as early as possible, however, there may be circumstances where this decision may be made the evening before or on the day of an event.
- If an event is required to be rescheduled or cancelled a notice will be posted on the event app, the event website and via social media.
- Full details of applicable credits in the case of a cancellation or rescheduling can be found in the Event Refund Policy
If you are unable to stay for prize giving you can send a stamped, self addressed registered envelope (large enough to hold your prize) to:
In 2 Adventure, PO Box 2003, Brookside Centre, Qld; within 2 weeks of the event.
Please include the following details:
- The name & date of the event
- Your category
- Your Placing (ie 1st, 2nd, etc)
Your prize and medal will be posted as soon as possible, however, due to the fact that prizes are packed away in the event trailer and this sometimes has to be transported long distances there may be a wait time of up to 6 weeks.
Important Notes:
Unfortunately due to past circumstances, we are unable to allow for prizes or medals to be collected by other competitors as we are committed to ensuring that prizes are delivered to the rightful recipient. After 2 weeks following the event if prizes are unclaimed they will be returned to the prize pool for future events.
Random Draw Prizes. Only those present at the presentation ceremony will be eligible for random draw prizes.
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