Ten unforgettable routes, over 500km and 9,900m of elevation, and one big community effort. The MAAP x Ride High Country PROJECT (10) Ride Passport threw down an epic gravel challenge, serving up everything from tough mountain climbs to rolled gold gravel roads.
A big congratulations to Brendan Cheshire from the Rowville Riders club who has emerged the PROJECT (10) Ride Passport winner. Brendan has scored the ultimate High Country gravel prize:
- A 2 night/3 day High Country getaway to the PROJECT (10) gravel town of their choice
- Full MAAP Alt_road kit for two
Thank you to all the riders that took on the PROJECT (10) routes and shared the stoke with their cycling crew.
The competition may have come to a close but the PROJECT (10) routes are still calling. Roll out of the everyday and onto…
1.Beechworth – Eldorado Loop | 51.6km | 1,032m elevation | Advanced | Year-round
A High Country classic gravel ride. Have an unforgettable day on Beechworth’s “rolled gold” crushed granite trails.
2. Goin’ to Bonnie Doon | 70.8km | 961m elevation | Advanced | Year-round
Yep, we’re going to Goin’ to Bonnie Doon and you can definitely feel the serenity. Soak in rolling hills, lake views and some ride-it-to-believe climbs and descents.
3. Whitfield – Il Monte | 76km | 1,119m elevation | Expert | Year-round
Breathtaking in more ways than one. Immerse yourself in iconic views of Mt Buffalo and glittering Lake Buffalo, pine-lined gravel and flowing corners. This all seasons route is a bucket list ride.
4. Mitta – Callaghan Creek Loop | 64.4km | 1,066m elevation | Advanced | Year-round
A hidden gem of a route that serves up unforgettable fast-rolling riding (and curious cows).
5. Beechworth Gaol Break Loop | 51.4km | 904m elevation | Advanced | Year-round
See some of the best of the region, looping from Beechworth to Stanley and back past farm gates, pubs, wineries and epic views on smooth gravel.
6. Falls Creek – Forest, Mountains and lake | 28.3km | 719m elevation | Advanced | Green season only
Ride on top of Victoria. Conquer a 10km sustained climb through twisted snow gums to Mt McKay’s peak – the highest drivable peak in Australia.
7. Trappers Gap (Mount Beauty – Mitta Mitta) | 50.1km | 1,108m elevation | Expert | Green season recommended
Pack for a wild adventure. Trappers Gap is a remote point-to-point ride that rewards with unspoiled nature, tough climbs and thrilling descents. Arrange a pick-up or make it an overnighter to enjoy brews at Mitta Mitta and Mount Beauty’s craft breweries.
8. Mt Porepunkah Loop | 41.9km | 1,016m elevation | Advanced | Green season recommended
Push yourself on this infamous route for 360 degree views from the top of Mt Porepunkah. The descent is just as challenging as the climb, bring the chunky tyres or hard-tail for this one.
9. Mt Stirling Classic Circuit Loop | 47.8km | 1,193m elevation | Advanced | Green season only
Smooth, flowing gravel, majestic eucalyptus and towering tree ferns? Yes please. This route is a classic gravel dream.
10. Bright – Mount Beauty | 37km | 788m elevation | Expert | Green season recommended
Pedal between the cycling meccas of Bright and Mount Beauty on this remote ride. Strap in for technical climbs and two creek crossings calling for chunky tyres or a hard-tail mountain bike.
Clip into adventure – check out the full Ride High Country Gravel Network to plan your next ride.