Weekend Trip Away | Melrose SA | All Levels
Escape, Connect, Evolve
Join us for an exciting weekend at Melrose, specifically organized for Gravity Girls SA members! If you're not a member yet, we encourage you to join now to experience the benefits of this supportive and inclusive mountain bike weekend for all women and abilities. Guided rides will be organised based on interest, ability and fitness of those attending, and people are also free to ride other trails separate from the group.
Dates: Friday, 2 - Sunday, 4 August 2024
We have a range of optional activities planned to enhance your experience:
Saturday Morning 9 am: Enjoy a delicious breakfast at Over the Edge Cafe before we head off for our ride. Breakfast includes juice, coffee, sliders, chia pots and fruit platter.
Saturday Afternoon 4 pm: Gather just before sunset at Jacka Brothers Brewery to share stories about the day's riding, laugh together, and indulge in a delightful cheese board or two!
Saturday Evening: Public event - Over the Edge Cafe are planning to showcase the Redbull mountain bike movie premiere of “Anytime”. It will be ticketed directly through Over the Edge Cafe, with wine and cheese included at the bike shop and will help to raise funds for a trail. More info to follow on this.
Accommodation and Transport:
Everyone arranges their own accommodation and transport - people are welcome to car pool. Please contact us if you’d like to know who else is attending.
Most of us will be camping at the Caravan Park, but some may prefer booking accommodation in town. If you are camping at the Caravan park, mention you’re with the Gravity Girls group.
Tickets:
Please get your tickets HERE to secure your spot on this trip and for any of the optional events.
Not a GGSA Member? Join here: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership
*This trip is for Gravity Girls Members only.
About Melrose
This friendly and beautiful town is nestled below the stunning 960m high peak of Mount Remarkable, approximately 260 km north of Adelaide. There are a range of accommodation options from camping through to cabins and B&B’s.
Melrose is mountain bike central, with approx 80km of single track trails in the foothills of Mount Remarkable and nearby, the trails take you into some truly special Australian landscapes and are spectacular and fun! The trail design incorporates a passionate love for nature, dirt, tranquility and adrenaline. There is also the option of the new 38km Epic Mountain Bike Trail, which winds through Mount Remarkable National Park and private land adjacent to the park, traversing the western flank of Mount Remarkable.
What to bring
Bikes, riding gear, warm clothes and all other equipment to be fully self-sufficient on the trails. Camping gear if camping and food.
Questions?
Hit us up on the socials or by email gravitygirlssa@gmail.com