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MT BULLER
BIKE PARK
GRAVITY MOUNTAIN BIKING FULLY SERVICED
Sometimes life is all downhill. And at Mt Buller that means
one hell of a ride. With over 11kms of trails carved into
the pitching mountain-side, these trails are for those who
prefer their ride adrenalin-packed. Our flow-down gravity
trail Copperhead swoops and soars more gently through
the hills, a rhythmic rollercoaster ride with banked turns
and rolling terrain. It can be easy to think when you are going mountain
biking you need to pack for an expedition, even if
you’re only going for the weekend. But it doesn’t have
to be like that. In the Mt Buller Village, lying in the heart
of the trail network, you’ll find everything needed for
your bike holiday. Many accommodation providers are
cycle-friendly, welcoming riders of all disciplines with
bike facilities. The local bike shop offers an up-to-date
range of rental and retail equipment, as well as providing
lessons and guiding. It’s so easy, all you need to pack is
yourself!
Chairlift-assisted across the holiday period, the gravity
trails are then serviced by vehicle shuttles for the balance
of the season, so no matter when you choose to ride,
there’s always a way back up.
ROAD CYCLING
SOMETHING FOR EVERY RIDER
In another Australian first Mt Buller Bike Park was
awarded the designation as Australia’s only official
accredited ‘IMBA Ride Center’. IMBA, (International
Mountain Biking Association), the world’s peak mountain
biking body, grants this status only to those unique
destinations that offer something for every rider. From
experienced-only to beginner-friendly, from backcountry
escapades to lift-assisted gravity trails Mt Buller’s IMBA
Ride Center status guarantees a world class product, for
everyone.
It’s only 16kms right. Sure, lots of it is uphill. Ok all of it is
uphill. But that’s what it’s all about. The Mt Buller Tourist
Road’s twisting hairpins wind through soaring mountain
ash; as you rise over 921 metres in elevation the air
cools, and the views stretch across the High Country.
There’s an average gradient of 6%, but some sections
hit 13%. You’re desperate for breath, legs burning, as you
reach the Mt Buller Village. It’s a true test of strength and
endurance . The reward is the descent, plunging
back to the valley with barely a pedal-stroke, and a grin
from ear to ear.
And for your next challenge? Keen riders can pedal
through the Victorian High Country all summer and
tackle the 7 mountain climbs that make up the
7 Peaks Alpine Ascent Challenge.
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