I think this is now a preferred end to the ride over the Chalet site. 2. Unsealed surfaces are well made and can be ridden on a road bike. But nothing prepared me for that final 5km of climbing. Share on Twitter
From the end of the false-flat at the Buckland Gate the road kicks to around 7-8% as it passes a rather accurate sign: Steep Climb Engage Low Gear. For those who want to hit the incredible cross-country and downhill mountain bike trails in Bright, the offer high-performance dual suspension MTBs for those who want to ride like a pro. As usual, lots of other events, all non-race recreational, but challenging none the less! The trail follows the Ovens River and explores the beautiful valley between Bright and Harrietville. It took me 3 hours to lug the 20 kilos of my spare tire up this hill. Kerri has also recently completed the Camperdown to Timboon Rail Trail. Melbourne to Harrietville/Mount Hotham/Falls Creek. Over 100kms of sealed off road trail links the popular towns of Wangaratta, Beechworth, Rutherglen, Bright, Myrtleford and Yackandandah. Ill have a friend following me 45mins later in a car for support btw which will be my return ride (icy roads and decent = bad idea). But, at a touch under 21km, the climb still demands strength and fitness of riders who are keen to partake in the breathtaking summit views. Im off to do Hotham this Saturday, Have done it a few times now, but it has been about 2 years since last time, A fantastic climb, planning to start from Haritteville @ around 6am and hopefully a nice sunrise on the way up. Required fields are marked *. Bike Riding in Bright Bright is without question, one of Australia's best biking destinations with incredible mountain bike trails, epic road cycling rides, an amazing rail trail & local bike paths. 1.3km later the gradient increases marginally but not enough to cause significant discomfort. Thank you Matt, Ill let you know if I find the time to get there again fresh. - Mount Buffalo (84 km return). Cyclists coming from Melbourne are best advised to take the Hume Freeway (M31) to Wangaratta before turning east onto the Great Alpine Road (B500). Buffalo National Park tollbooth, located around 6km from the intersection of the Mt.