Castlemaine Rocky Riders

Junior Dirt Crits Round 2
2024-11-14 17:30 - 18:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | Walmer Forest Reserve, Walmer Forest Reserve, Walmer, Victoria, 3450, Australia
The summer Dirt Crits series returns for 2024/25 Dirt Crits with Round Two on Thursday 14 November.
Once again the Crits will feature separate categories (and an earlier start time) for junior riders (3-14 years of age), and we encourage any young riders with a suitable bike, a helmet and a sense of adventure to participate. The DirtCubs (ages 3-7) circuit is a 900 m loop, while DirtMasters (ages 8-14) will race over a more varied 2.3 km circuit; both tracks can be safely navigated by riders of all abilities.
Racing will kick off at 5:45pm and finish by 6:15pm. There is no cost for the event, however gold coin donations will be gratefully received.
This season we will be racing at the Walmer Forest (Baco) trails and utilising the facilities (toilets, picnic tables, barbecues) at the Walmer Forest Trailhead.
Please register for a race or the series before 5pm on the Wednesday prior. This will make it easier for us to get the race started. There is no cost for the event, however gold coin donations will be gratefully received.
Registration for the series is via the AusCycling events portal.
Membership of the Castlemaine Rocky Riders (via AusCycling) is required for all entrants in the Dirt Crits series. We require riders to have a Race Off-Road membership as a minimum. This will provide appropriate insurance cover while competing. AusCycling has options for family memberships with a ten percent discount for two members and fifteen percent for three members.
If you are not in a position to sign up for a full annual membership the AusCycling 4 Week Free Trial could be a suitable option to cover the start of the Dirt Crits season.

Junior Dirt Crits Round 1
2024-11-07 17:30 - 18:30 | Walmer Forest Reserve, Walmer Forest Reserve, Walmer, Victoria, 3450, Australia
The summer Dirt Crits series returns for 2024/25 Dirt Crits with Round One on Thursday 7 November.
Once again the Crits will feature separate categories (and an earlier start time) for junior riders (3-14 years of age), and we encourage any young riders with a suitable bike, a helmet and a sense of adventure to participate. The DirtCubs (ages 3-7) circuit is a 900 m loop, while DirtMasters (ages 8-14) will race over a more varied 2.3 km circuit; both tracks can be safely navigated by riders of all abilities.
Racing will kick off at 5:45pm and finish by 6:15pm. There is no cost for the event, however gold coin donations will be gratefully received.
This season we will be racing at the Walmer Forest (Baco) trails and utilising the facilities (toilets, picnic tables, barbecues) at the Walmer Forest Trailhead.
Please register for a race or the series before 5pm on the Wednesday prior. This will make it easier for us to get the race started. There is no cost for the event, however gold coin donations will be gratefully received.
Registration for the series is via the AusCycling events portal.
Membership of the Castlemaine Rocky Riders (via AusCycling) is required for all entrants in the Dirt Crits series. We require riders to have a Race Off-Road membership as a minimum. This will provide appropriate insurance cover while competing. AusCycling has options for family memberships with a ten percent discount for two members and fifteen percent for three members.
If you are not in a position to sign up for a full annual membership the AusCycling 4 Week Free Trial could be a suitable option to cover the start of the Dirt Crits season.

October Women's Social Ride - Djuwang Baring, Creswick
2024-10-27 08:00 - 13:00
The Girls are taking over!!
Ride Djuwang Baring – Creswick
25 spots in the Bus
17 spots on the trailor for Bikes
Bookings Essential
Non-refundable booking fee applies
Join us as we explore the incredible trails of the new Creswick Trails.
We will split into groups:
Gravity Gal’s
XC Gal’s
Green Trail Gal’s
We will be meeting up with the Ballarat Dirt Girls & Red Hill Riders to fully take over.
Pick Up: Bendigo Cycles 8am
Castlemaine Train Station 8.45am
Arrive Creswisk approx 10-10.15am
Ride 10.30am – 12.30pm
Depart Creswick 1pm
All riders must have mtb in good working order & will be required to sign a waiver on departure.
It’s recommended but not required that riders have bicycle insurance whether it be AusCycling OR Bicycle Network.
We invite ladies from far & wide to come and join us.
Those that have their own transport please select the ride only option.
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Club AGM and BBQ
2024-10-26 16:00 - 17:30 | Walmer Forest Reserve, Walmer Forest Reserve, Walmer, Victoria, 3450, Australia
The Annual General Meeting of the Castlemaine Rocky Riders will be held on Saturday 25 October commencing at 1pm. We are planning to conduct the meeting in person at the new Walmer Forest Trailhead, off Daltons Road, Castlemaine. Along with the formal business of the AGM, including the election of office bearers, there will be an opportunity for members, families and friends of the Rocky Riders to enjoy a relaxed and sociable afternoon/evening. Drinks and a BBQ will be supplied by the club with soft drinks for children. Mark the date in your diary, bring the family, and join us at our defacto HQ for a general catch up. BYO chair and glassware (if required) … plus any ideas and input you have for the club’s activities and plans for 2026.

We are looking to fill the following positions:

General Committee members

Vice President (Executive Committee)

Secretary (Executive Commitee)

Child Safety Contact

Women’s Social Event Portfolio

Merchandise & Club Shop

Club AGM
2024-10-26 16:00 - 17:30 | Walmer Forest Reserve, Walmer Forest Reserve, Walmer, Victoria, 3450, Australia
The Annual General Meeting of the Castlemaine Rocky Riders will be held on Saturday 26 October commencing at 4pm. We are planning to conduct the meeting in person at the new Walmer Forest Trailhead, off Daltons Road, Castlemaine.

Along with the formal business of the AGM, including the election of office bearers, there will be an opportunity for members, families and friends of the Rocky Riders to enjoy a relaxed and sociable afternoon/evening. Drinks and nibbles will be supplied by the club with soft drinks for children. Mark the date in your diary, bring the family, and join us at our defacto HQ for a general catch up. BYO chair and glassware (if required) … plus any ideas and input you have for the club’s activities and plans for 2025.

We are looking to fill the following positions:

General Committee members

Vice President (Executive Committee)

Secretary (Executive Commitee)

Child Safety Contact

Women’s Social Event Portfolio

Merchandise & Club Shop

October Social Ride - Walmer Forest
2024-10-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Walmer Forest Reserve, Walmer Forest Reserve, Walmer, Victoria, 3450, Australia
Our monthly social ride will be held on Saturday 26 October to precede our Club AGM and will feature the best bits of the Baco trails. The ride will commence at 2pm.
The layout of the Baco trails should enable us to cater for both beginner and intermediate level riders. The focus will be on more flowy terrain, with fewer technical sections. We will ride for around two hours so a reasonable level of fitness will be required.
The ride will commence at 2pm at the Walmer Forest Trailhead. There is plenty of parking, toilets and barbecues on site. The Annual General Meeting will be conducted at the conclusion of the ride at 4pm. Refreshments will be provided for those attending the AGM.
Map reference (type into Google Maps): X56W+GF, Muckleford VIC 3451
All riders must be self-sufficient with food, water and spares. A well maintained/working mountain bike and helmet which meets Australian standards are required.
In order for us to manage riders to ride leader ratios please register through the AusCycling events portal.
Please note: AusCycling membership is REQUIRED to cover you for insurance. AusCycling has 4 week free trial memberships and monthly lifestyle memberships as options. Anyone coming to social rides without active membership will have to sign up on the day to one of the AusCycling membership options described above (or full membership) https://rockyriders.com/membership/
