Winter is here but we're still riding! Whether you're keen to meet like minded souls or simply discover new trails then we'd love to have you join LDTR on the winter friendly trails at Smith's Gully. We will take in as many of the trails as you can handle! This ride is open to everyone aged 18+ (anyone under this age is welcome to join but must be accompanied by a parent/guardian and be able to ride with an intermediate level of fitness and skill). The meeting point will be at the Smith's Gully General Store. We encourage you to plan to meet us at 8:45am for a 9:00am roll out. We will be riding approximately 20 - 30km on blue trails. The trails at Smith's are more like old school XC trails, without too many features, though you can expect more climbing than at Lysterfield. Once finished join us for coffee, snacks and chats at the Smith's Gully General Store. What you will need: A mountain bike in good working order An Australian safety standards approved helmet Water, snacks, spare tube Freshly applied sun screen There is no charge for this event but you MUST register. All riders must have Aus Cycling insurance: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership  Free 4 week trail is available: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership/other/free-trial Photo credit Trent (LDTR Social Ride Coordinator)

Trailblazers Junior Rides are GO GO GO! Ride lengths will be around 1.5hrs, and 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 - it's a nice cruisy social ride Is your shredder a Blazer or a Speedy? Blazer, can ride a mix of single track and fireroads and ride approximately 10kms at varied pace. Speedy, can ride 90% of the trails at Lysty and comfortably ride 10-15km.  A parent or guardian is REQUIRED to ride with your child - If you dont ride but your child can ride with a mate and thier guardian, just fill out the details on your ticket. We would love to see some 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 meet at the BBQ area nearest to the dam wall and skills park. Check-in from 8.45am, for a 9.00am ride out for all groups Meet back up at the BBQ area around 10:30 for some snacks, drinks, and catch up after the ride. Duration: Approx 1.5hrs ride time, varies depending on group speed Cost: FREE! - but you must register all participants (Parents and Guardians do not need to register) All riders MUST have Aus Cycling Insurance, this is non-negotiable: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership All Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian - we are unable to take unsupervised children for this ride

Join us for a relaxed social ride on Lysterfield's beautiful mountain bike trails. We ride in 3 groups, so regardless of your ability and fitness, this is the ride for you. All groups are no drop rides. If the single trails are closed, we will do a mini mystery adventure at Lysterfield Park. Cruisy Competant/Foundation Are you new to the sport? Or wanting to get back into it after a few years away? Whether you’ve never ridden a mountain bike before, or you don't get out that often but enjoy a bit of a challenge, but mostly want a ride through the bush with some features and lots of laughs along the way. This is the group for you. Whether you're an absolute newby, or a competant rider. Come ride with us! Intermediate Relaxed: This ride is for those able to ride their MTB with confidence and would like to explore Lysty at a relaxed pace. Can you ride a loop at Lysty? Is your fitness at a level where you can ride 14-20k comfortably. Can you ride 60-70% of the features at Lysty? Then this ride would suit you. Intermediate Confident: Are you confident on 70-90% of the trails at Lysterfield? Do you ride regularly at Lysty and at other MTB parks? Would like like a bit a speed and a lot of adventure? Then this will be the group for you! You must register for this event, we will be running as separate groups, subject to ride leader availability. Once we have finished join us for coffee and snacks and chats at the Orchard @ Montagues. There is no charge for this event but you MUST register. All riders must have Aus Cycling insurance: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership  Free 4 week trail is available: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership/other/free-trial QR scanning will be available on site, we are required to abide by any vaccine or covid restrictions in place at the time. For updates, visit https://www.health.vic.gov.au What you will need: - A mountain bike in good working order - An Australian safety standards approved helmet - Water, snacks, spare tube

It's getting colder by we're still riding! Whether you're keen to meet like minded souls or simply discover new trails then we'd love to have you join LDTR on our home turf. We will take in as many of the trails as you can handle! This ride is open to everyone aged 18+ (anyone under this age is welcome to join but must be accompanied by a parent/guardian and be able to ride with an intermediate level of fitness and skill). The meeting point will be at the Horswood Road parking trail head map. We encourage you to plan to meet us at 8:45am for a 9:00am roll out. We will be riding approximately 20 - 30km on blue trails (and black trails for those that are up for it!) so an intermediate level of fitness and skill will be required. Having said that, this will be a no drop ride so you can rest assured that you won't be left behind. You are also free to leave at any time if you have other commitments. If needed one of our ride leaders will be available to safely guide you out. Once finished join us for coffee, snacks and chats at the Orchard @ Montagues. What you will need: A mountain bike in good working order An Australian safety standards approved helmet Water, snacks, spare tube Freshly applied sun screen There is no charge for this event but you MUST register. All riders must have Aus Cycling insurance: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership  Free 4 week trail is available: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership/other/free-trial Photo credit: Joanna (LDTR Secretary and Social Ride Coordinator)

Trailblazers Junior Rides are GO GO GO! Ride lengths will be around 1.5hrs, and 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 - it's a nice cruisy social ride Is your shredder a Blazer or a Speedy? Blazer, can ride a mix of single track and fireroads and ride approximately 10kms at varied pace. Speedy, can ride 90% of the trails at Lysty and comfortably ride 10-15km.  A parent or guardian is REQUIRED to ride with your child - If you dont ride but your child can ride with a mate and thier guardian, just fill out the details on your ticket. We would love to see some 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 meet at the BBQ area nearest to the dam wall and skills park. Check-in from 8.45, for a 9.00am ride out for all groups Meet back up at the BBQ area around 10:30 for some snacks, drinks, and catch up after the ride. Duration: Approx 1.5hrs ride time, varies depending on group speed Cost: FREE! - but you must register all participants (Parents and Guardians do not need to register) All riders MUST have Aus Cycling Insurance, this is non-negotiable: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership All Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian - we are unable to take unsupervised children for this ride

MTB Foundations 2 week series - 4 and 11 May This event is open to all riders. Come join us for two Saturdays of learning, fun and good times on two wheels. ​Duration: 2-3 hours ​Minimum Age: 15 years All riders must have Aus Cycling insurance: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership  Free 4 week trail is available: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership/other/free-trial Saturday 4th May and 11th MAy 8.30am -  12 noon Horswood Car Park Main Entrance Please arrive at 8.15am to meet and check over bikes MEET: At the main entrance to Horsewood Road car park, near the map stand.   If you are unable to attend your session, please let us know as there are limited spots. We are unable to offer a refund for this event. This May we are excited to extend our foundation skills program with a 2 part series that builds on our recent sessions on body position and braking, with the aim of having you riding smoother through the trails and having more fun. In week 1 we explore the concept of trail scanning, and take a look at the basics of when and where to use the neutral and ready positions, and when to apply the brakes to maximise stability and traction in typical trail scenarios such as corners and rough terrain. In week 2, we build further on the concepts from week 1, and start to take a look at some basic manoeuvres that can help smooth out small obstacles and features on the trail, such as roll downs, front wheel lifts and ratcheting. This series is aimed at confident beginner / low intermediate riders who - have attended one of our recent sessions on body position and braking, and wish to build on those skills - Are comfortable riding round the blue trails at Lysterfield, but would like work towards attempting some of the features and/or improve their confidence through corners and rougher sections. Tickets are not refundable or transferable and if you are unable to attend your ticket will be considered a donation to LDTR, thank you for your understanding.

Join us for a relaxed social ride on Lysterfield's beautiful mountain bike trails. We ride in 3 groups, so regardless of your ability and fitness, this is the ride for you. All groups are no drop rides. If the single trails are closed, we will do a mini mystery adventure at Lysterfield Park. Cruisy Competant/Foundation Are you new to the sport? Or wanting to get back into it after a few years away? Whether you’ve never ridden a mountain bike before, or you don't get out that often but enjoy a bit of a challenge, but mostly want a ride through the bush with some features and lots of laughs along the way. This is the group for you. Whether you're an absolute newby, or a competant rider. Come ride with us! Intermediate Relaxed: This ride is for those able to ride their MTB with confidence and would like to explore Lysty at a relaxed pace. Can you ride a loop at Lysty? Is your fitness at a level where you can ride 14-20k comfortably. Can you ride 60-70% of the features at Lysty? Then this ride would suit you. Intermediate Confident: Are you confident on 70-90% of the trails at Lysterfield? Do you ride regularly at Lysty and at other MTB parks? Would like like a bit a speed and a lot of adventure? Then this will be the group for you! You must register for this event, we will be running as separate groups, subject to ride leader availability. Once we have finished join us for coffee and snacks and chats at the Orchard @ Montagues. There is no charge for this event but you MUST register. All riders must have Aus Cycling insurance: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership  Free 4 week trail is available: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership/other/free-trial QR scanning will be available on site, we are required to abide by any vaccine or covid restrictions in place at the time. For updates, visit https://www.health.vic.gov.au What you will need: - A mountain bike in good working order - An Australian safety standards approved helmet - Water, snacks, spare tube

Foundation Introduction to mountain biking in a safe and welcoming environment. This event is open to all riders who identify as female or non-binary.   ​Duration: 2 hours ​Covers the key skills such as: Correct body position Braking Using gears  Particular techniques explored on the day will depend on the interests and abilities of the riders present. A moderate level of fitness is recommended  ​Minimum Age: 15 years All riders must have Aus Cycling insurance: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership  Free 4 week trail is available: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership/other/free-trial A waiver will be sent prior to the event please confirm and complete it before your session. Please have proof of your Aus Cycling membership ready to view before your session starts. Saturday 27th April 2024 8.30am -  12 noon Horswood Car Park Main Entrance Please arrive at 8.15am to meet and check over bikes MEET: At the main entrance to Horsewood Road car park, near the map stand.   If you are unable to attend your session, please let us know as there is limited spots. We are unable to offer a refund for this event.

Lysterfield Lake Park is OPEN and we're back on home turf! Whether you're keen to meet like minded souls or simply discover new trails then we'd love to have you join LDTR on our home turf. We will take in as many of the trails as you can handle! This ride is open to everyone aged 18+ (anyone under this age is welcome to join but must be accompanied by a parent/guardian and be able to ride with an intermediate level of fitness and skill). The meeting point will be at the Horswood Road parking trail head map. We encourage you to plan to meet us at 8:45am for a 9:00am roll out! We will be riding approximately 20 - 30km on blue trails (and black trails for those that are up for it!) so an intermediate level of fitness and skill will be required. Having said that, this will be a no drop ride so you can rest assured that you won't be left behind. You are also free to leave at any time if you have other commitments. If needed one of our ride leaders will be available to safely guide you out. Once finished join us for coffee and snacks and chats at the Orchard @ Montagues. What you will need: A mountain bike in good working order An Australian safety standards approved helmet Water, snacks, spare tube Freshly applied sun screen There is no charge for this event but you MUST register. All riders must have Aus Cycling insurance: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership  Free 4 week trail is available: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership/other/free-trial Photo credit: Joanna (LDTR Secretary and Social Ride Coordinator)

Foundation Introduction to mountain biking in a safe environment.  ​Duration: 2 hours Maximum 5 participants ​Covers the key skills such as: Correct body position Braking Using gears  Particular techniques explored on the day will depend on the interests and abilities of the riders present. A moderate level of fitness is recommended  ​Minimum Age: 15 years All riders must have Aus Cycling insurance: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership  Free 4 week trail is available: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership/other/free-trial A waiver will be sent prior to the event please confirm and complete it before your session. Please have proof of your Aus Cycling membership ready to view before your session starts. Sunday - 14th April 2024 8.15am -  10.30am Horswood Car Park Main Entrance Please arrive at 8.15am sharp MEET: At the main entrance to Horsewood Road car park, near the map stand.   If you are unable to attend your session, please reach out to reschedule to the next available session. We are unable to offer a refund but can either reschedule or exchange for LDTR Merch. 

Foundation Introduction to mountain biking in a safe environment.  ​Duration: 2 hours Maximum 5 participants ​Covers the key skills such as: Correct body position Braking Using gears  Particular techniques explored on the day will depend on the interests and abilities of the riders present. A moderate level of fitness is recommended  ​Minimum Age: 15 years All riders must have Aus Cycling insurance: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership  Free 4 week trail is available: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership/other/free-trial A waiver will be sent prior to the event please confirm and complete it before your session. Please have proof of your Aus Cycling membership ready to view before your session starts. Sunday - 14th April 2024 8.15am -  10.30am Horswood Car Park Main Entrance Please arrive at 8.15am sharp MEET: At the main entrance to Horsewood Road car park, near the map stand.   If you are unable to attend your session, please reach out to reschedule to the next available session. We are unable to offer a refund but can either reschedule or exchange for LDTR Merch. 

Foundation Introduction to mountain biking in a safe and welcoming environment. This event is open to all riders who identify as female or non-binary.   ​Duration: 2 hours ​Covers the key skills such as: Correct body position Braking Using gears  Particular techniques explored on the day will depend on the interests and abilities of the riders present. A moderate level of fitness is recommended  ​Minimum Age: 15 years All riders must have Aus Cycling insurance: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership  Free 4 week trail is available: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership/other/free-trial A waiver will be sent prior to the event please confirm and complete it before your session. Please have proof of your Aus Cycling membership ready to view before your session starts. Saturday 13th April 2024 8.30am -  11am Horswood Car Park Main Entrance Please arrive at 8.15am to meet and check over bikes MEET: At the main entrance to Horsewood Road car park, near the map stand.   If you are unable to attend your session, please let us know as there is limited spots. We are unable to offer a refund for this event.