Are You Ready to Ride with Girls of Gravity? You’re riding strong. Now it’s time to take things up a gear. Meeting spot: We’ll be meeting in Warburton, above the Recreational reserve (there’s a car park next to the Warburton Highway and the Mitre 10  store, see map)  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.   Expect: 500 - 600m Elevation Anywhere from 15-25km for our average ride 14km Climbing (Yes! 14kms) If you find you are struggling on the ride, we are happy to show you the nearest trail to exit. If you are a regular on our rides and you bring a new rider, it is your responsibility to look after your friend    ✨ It’s where you challenge yourself. ✨ 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 1.5–2.5 hours with consistent climbs and descents; Is able to manage food intake during ride   Able to ride 100% of Lysterfield’s 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 60 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 🚴‍♀️ Riders welcome from any club in 2025 🏷 From 2026, an LDTR membership will be required 🛡 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. Join the movement. Ride with Girls of Gravity. 💥

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. 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

Have you been to Warburton Bike Park yet? This month we'll be taking our social ride to Warburton Bike Park. We will meet at 9:15am for a 9:30am roll out from the Warburton Bike Park trailhead in Wesburn: https://maps.app.goo.gl/p1eh59CSyEvSNgni8 For anyone not familiar with the new Warburton trail network, a higher level of skill and fitness is required compared to the trails at Lysterfield. The climbing and descending trails are longer and more technical than at Lysterfield, with a tough 4km climb straight out of the carpark, followed by more climbing after that! You will get rewarded with some flowy descents though! To make the most out of this ride, please make sure that you are able to: Ride 100% of the trails at Lysterfield with confidence Ride 1.5-2 hours regularly, and manage your food and water intake Sustain a 20 minute steady climb Confidently climb up switchbacks, and descend down big berms We will of course try to seek out the trails with the general skill level of the group in mind, and this will be a no drop ride so you can rest assured that you won't be left behind. This ride is open to everyone aged 18+. Sorry, no minors this time. What you will need: A mountain bike in good working order An Australian safety standards approved helmet Water, snacks, spare tube Freshly applied sunscreen 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

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 and features at Lysty and comfortably ride 10-15km.  Depending on the riders who arrive on the day, Ride leaders will ulitimately decide on groupings on the day.   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 8.30 to 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

Female Focus Foundation: Introduction to Mountain Biking A welcoming skills session for women & non-binary riders Join us for a 2–3 hour introductory mountain biking session designed to build confidence, develop key skills, and create a supportive riding community. This session is open to all riders who identify as female or non-binary, with a recommended minimum age of 15 years. Event Details Date: Saturday 13th September 2025 Time: 8:15am – 12:00 noon Location: Horswood Road Car Park (Main Entrance, near the map stand) Fee: $10.00 admin fee (non-refundable, non-transferable) After the session, enjoy coffee & cake supplied by LDTR! What You’ll Learn This foundational session will cover the core mountain biking skills: Correct body position Braking techniques Using gears effectively Additional techniques will be explored on the day, tailored to the interests and abilities of the group. A moderate level of fitness is recommended. Important Information Insurance: All riders must hold valid https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership  Free 4-week trial available: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership/other/free-trial Waiver: A waiver will be sent prior to the event — please complete and return before your session. Check-in: Arrive at 8:15am for bike checks and introductions. Bring: Trail snacks, water, and proof of your AusCycling membership. Bike & Equipment Requirements To ensure safety and enjoyment for all participants, riders must: Bring a suitable mountain bike designed for singletrack trails Have their bike in safe working order (brakes, gears, and tyres checked) Minimum requirement: front suspension (hardtail or dual suspension preferred) Wear a properly fitted helmet Additional Notes Spots are limited — please notify us if you are unable to attend. Refunds are not available for this event

Get Race-Ready for Cressy Descent! Women's focused event Come spend the morning with us at the You Yangs as we walk and ride sections of Cressy Descent, check out key features and lines, and enjoy a relaxed, social vibe. This is a fun, supportive morning for women intermediate riders who want to preview the trail before the big event, proudly brought to you by Gravity Girls with the support of You Yangs MTB Inc and Lysterfield District Trail Riders MTB Club. What’s On Ride and walk key sections with experienced Cressy riders Helmet & protective gear trial with Yarra Valley Cycles Trail aid demo and tips with a highly qualified paramedic  Swap/buy riding gear exchange – bring your unused gear and kit and keep the MTB  economy alive!  Light lunch & refreshments provided   Event Details  6 September  You Yangs MTB Park  9am meet up at Drysdale Road carpark    Requirements • AusCycling membership • Comfortable riding black trails and intermediate features such as small drops and rock gardens • Full face helmet recommended, plus knee and elbow pads • Dual suspension mountain bike in good condition This is not a coaching session. It is a social ride for capable intermediate riders.Not a member? Please consider joining to keep your local club thriving!  📌 The Details: 💸 Free to join, but registration is essential 🚴‍♀️ Riders welcome from any club in 2025 🏷 From 2026, an LDTR membership will be required 🛡 All riders must have AusCycling insurance 👉 Get Covered Here 👉 Add LDTR to Your Membership 👉 Free 4-Week Trial Available  

Private Skills Session: With Simon This session is an invite only private class with Simon and a tailored foundation session for the beginner to lower intermediate rider on fundamental skills and may include: Building on fundamental skills such as body position, braking and terrain awareness Basic manoeuvres including cornering, front and rear wheel lifts, and roll-downs Line choice and linking sections of trail for better flow and speed There are no prerequisite abilities for this session, however a moderate level of fitness is recommended. The following are also helpful but not required: A good understanding and application of the "ready" and "neutral" descending positions Good brake control - able to control speed on the trails without skidding Proficient use of gearing All participants must have a trail-worthy mountain bike with front suspension at a minimum.   ​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 Please have proof of your Aus Cycling membership ready to view before your session starts. Saturday - 6th September 2025 8.15am -  10.30am Horswood Car Park Main Entrance Please be ready to ride at 8.15am sharp Maximum 2 participant (INVITE ONLY) 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 for the next available session. We are unable to offer a refund but can either reschedule or exchange for LDTR Merch. 

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. 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

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 🚴‍♀️ Riders welcome from any club in 2025 🏷 From 2026, an LDTR membership will be required 🛡 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. Join the movement. Ride with Girls of Gravity. 💥

Female Focus Foundation: Introduction to Mountain Biking A welcoming skills session for women & non-binary riders Join us for a 2–3 hour introductory mountain biking session designed to build confidence, develop key skills, and create a supportive riding community. This session is open to all riders who identify as female or non-binary, with a recommended minimum age of 15 years. Event Details Date: Saturday 23rd August 2025 Time: 8:15am – 12:00 noon Location: Horswood Road Car Park (Main Entrance, near the map stand) Fee: $10.00 admin fee (non-refundable, non-transferable) After the session, enjoy coffee & cake supplied by LDTR! What You’ll Learn This foundational session will cover the core mountain biking skills: Correct body position Braking techniques Using gears effectively Additional techniques will be explored on the day, tailored to the interests and abilities of the group. A moderate level of fitness is recommended. Important Information Insurance: All riders must hold valid https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership  Free 4-week trial available: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership/other/free-trial Waiver: A waiver will be sent prior to the event — please complete and return before your session. Check-in: Arrive at 8:15am for bike checks and introductions. Bring: Trail snacks, water, and proof of your AusCycling membership. Bike & Equipment Requirements To ensure safety and enjoyment for all participants, riders must: Bring a suitable mountain bike designed for singletrack trails Have their bike in safe working order (brakes, gears, and tyres checked) Minimum requirement: front suspension (hardtail or dual suspension preferred) Wear a properly fitted helmet Additional Notes Spots are limited — please notify us if you are unable to attend. Refunds are not available for this event

Come join us on our August general social ride! 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! As it's winter, this ride will be subject to the weather forecast - extreme rain or storm warnings will result in cancellation, which we will advise you of by email and through our socials. 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 sunscreen 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

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 and features at Lysty and comfortably ride 10-15km.  Depending on the riders who arrive on the day, Ride leaders will ulitimately decide on groupings on the day.   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 8.30 to 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