New Format - New Races - New Meeting Point  Welcome to the Lysty Trail Blazers. We are excited to spend time with you learning new skills, riding the fabulous Lysty trails, having some dress-up theme days and having a go at some timed racing this year. Format: Our ride will start with a 30 minute skills session taken by qualified coaches. This will be followed by a trail ride of 1.5hrs. Our ride is open to all abilities (rides may be longer or shorter depending on the riders). Any groups we split off into will be "no drop" and we'll meet up at any junctions for a chat - This is a nice cruisy social ride. After the ride we have time to share our adventures over fruit and drinks. Ability Is your shredder a Blazer or a Ranger? Blazer: can ride a mix of single track and fireroads and ride approximately 10kms at varied pace. Rangers: can ride 90% of the trails and features at Lysty and comfortably ride 10-15km.  Ride leaders will ulitimately decide on groupings on the day.   Important: A parent or guardian is REQUIRED to ride with your child - If you dont ride but your child can ride with a mate and their guardian, just fill out the details on your ticket.  We always welcome new parent helpers. If you can help out on the day or future events please reach out at administration@lysterfieldmtb.com Time & Place: Please enter via Horswood Road, drive through the gates, and turn LEFT at the roundabout into the carpark, then follow this all the way to the BBQ/Lake carpark at the end. We have a new meeting place at the LDTR Club House. The Club House is about halfway along the footpath heading back towards the entrance.  Schedule:                                                                                                                                              9:15am Arrive and get ready. 9:30 - 10:00 am NEW - Skill Session with qualified coaches       10:00 - 11:30am Ride Session     11:30 - 12:00noon Fruit, Drinks and chats Cost: FREE! - but you must register all participants (Parents and Guardians do not need to register) Important: All riders MUST have Aus Cycling Insurance, this is non negotiable: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership Looking forward to seeing you there:) Your Ride Leaders, Kathy and James

Come along for a relaxed social ride on Lysterfield’s beautiful mountain bike trails. We ride in three groups, so no matter your fitness or experience, there’s a place for you. All groups are no‑drop, supportive, and social. If the singletrack is closed, we’ll switch to a fun mini mystery adventure within Lysterfield Park. We ride in all weather unless conditions are deemed unsafe. If a cancellation is required, you’ll be notified by email.   Foundation Group New to mountain biking? Returning after a break? Or just keen for a cruisy ride with a few challenges along the way? Expect 10–13 km, some hills, gentle features, plenty of breaks, and lots of laughs. Perfect for absolute beginners through to competent riders wanting a supportive, easygoing group.   Intermediate – Relaxed This group suits riders who are confident on their MTB and want to explore Lysty at a steady pace that gets the heart rate up, with short rests along the way. If you can comfortably ride 14–20 km, complete a full Lysty loop, and ride around 95% of the features, this is your ideal group.   Intermediate – Confident For riders who are comfortable on all Lysterfield trails and features, ride regularly, and enjoy a faster pace with minimal stopping. If you’re a “less talk, more ride” type and ready for 18–25 km with around 500 m elevation, this is the group for you.   You must register for this event. Groups will run separately and depend on ride leader availability. After the ride, join us for coffee, snacks, and a chat at The Orchard @ Montagues. There is no charge, but registration is essential. All riders must hold AusCycling insurance: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership A free 4‑week trial is available: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership/other/free-trial   What you will need: - A mountain bike in good working order - An Australian safety standards approved helmet - Water, snacks, spare tube

Are You Ready to Ride with Girls of Gravity? You’re riding strong. Now it’s time to take things up a gear. Girls of Gravity is here for riders ready to push past comfort zones and into more technical terrain—with confidence, support, and a whole lot of fun. Our intermediate-level rides are all about progression, flow, and learning to handle more challenging features with skill and style. And you’ll be doing it alongside a crew of like-minded women who’ve got your back, every turn of the trail. We’re not here to race—we’re here to ride hard, laugh harder, and cheer each other on through every rocky section and tight switchback. ✨ It’s where you challenge yourself, but never ride alone. ✨ Where confidence grows and friendships roll. ✨ Where women ride together—and rise together. ✅ Is This Ride Right for You? These rides are designed for women who are confident on their bike and ready for more. To get the most out of it, we recommend: A solid base level of fitness – Rides are 1.5–2 hours with consistent climbs and descents; Is able to manage food intake during ride   Able to ride 100% of Lysterfield’s key trails without walking Comfortable on blue-rated descending trails with log rollovers, can ride down steep sections moving body weight over rear wheel trails. Confident climbing tight switchbacks without dabbing Able to sustain a steady climb for 15–25 minutes Comfortable on steeper descents with berms and off camber trails 💬 Not quite sure? Reach out—we're happy to chat! Jane: 0402 442 300 Shelley: 0450 116 290 Sandy: 0402 294 626 📌 The Details: 💸 Free to join, but registration is essential 🚴‍♀️ All Riders welcome from any club  🏷 LDTR membership is encouraged - Help us create more fun events 🛡 All riders must have AusCycling insurance 👉 Get Covered Here 👉 Add LDTR to Your Membership 👉 Free 4-Week Trial Available What You’ll Need: A well-maintained mountain bike (dual suspension strongly recommended) An Australian-approved helmet (some rides may require a full-face helmet) Knee and elbow pads (required for certain sessions; we will advise in event descriptions) Water, snacks, and a spare tube This is your next step. This is your ride. Ride with Girls of Gravity. 💥