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The inaugural Bike Buller MTB Festival set to race at Mt Buller in the Victorian Alps

Media Release - Rapid Ascent / 23.10.2008

The inaugural Bike Buller MTB Festival will take place on 21 – 22 March 2009, combing the resort’s world-class mountain biking facilities with sensational views and great Village atmosphere to deliver a dynamic and unique weekend of competition.

“Mt Buller is establishing itself as a leading mountain bike destination with a comprehensive cross country trail network featuring new single tracks, 4WD and double tracks that stretch between the Buller Village and the neighbouring Mt Stirling,” said Same Maffett, Rapid Ascent General Manager. “ It’s one of the best locations in the State and the ideal venue for a mountain bike stage race and festival.”

The Bike Buller MTB Festival will include three different races over two days that will bring all that is great about mountain biking to the one location for a massive weekend of bikes, single track, fresh air and partying at a place that is renowned for good times. The format will include races to challenge and enthrall competitive riders through to more recreational biking participants with a schedule including:

Saturday March 21st, 2009:

- A thrilling 25km cross-country (XC) race along the cranking new single track located in and around the Mt Buller Village.
- A fun 10km kids’ event that puts children in the spotlight and gives them a taste of the single track, fun and enjoyment of mountain biking.
- A 7km Super-D (cross-country downhill) race where 5 riders set off together down a flowing race track that descends over 600 vertical metres on a roller coaster route that’ll put a smile on your dial.
- A party-till-you-drop rider’s celebration on Saturday night with plenty of liquid refreshments, live music and give aways at a Mt Buller bar.

Sunday March 22nd, 2009:

- A 55km XC race around Mount Stirling on flowing wilderness trails and single tracks in a magical alpine setting
- Finishing off with a casual BBQ and presentations on Sunday afternoon.
(approximate distances only at this stage)