CARR Calendar

Committee Meeting
Nov
25

Committee Meeting

All 8 of us are doing our best to address what our member's need and the needs of the wider MTB community. If you have agenda items (things that are being done well/ things that need to be improved) and you would like us to discuss then let us know.

Email carr.mtb@gmail.com with these or get in touch if you would like to attend.

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SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)
Nov
28

SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)

This is a social mountain bike group for women and gender diverse people designed to provide a safe and supportive environment to develop mountain biking. The group will enjoy social rides, events, may participate in competitions and other opportunities of interest to its members.

Why:
To encourage women and gender diverse people to mountain bike, overcome barriers, develop mountain bike confidence, learn about their bike and gear, connect with other women, ride on singletrack, feel alive, empowered, improve health and wellbeing, and have fun.

Who:
This group is for women and gender diverse people only. The group is open to girls under 18 years of age who can ride independently.

Where:
The group may meet and finish at Telegraph Station or West Side at the Scout Hall or Morris Soak. Rides will be followed by a gathering at a local café for the essential café, cake, and connection!

When:
The group will ride monthly on Sunday mornings 7-9 am in the summer and 8.30-10.30 am in the winter.

In 2024 we are trialling Tuesday evening rides every two months followed by dinner out somewhere like Epilogue or The Brewery. These rides will happen around 5.30pm - 7.00pm in the summer and 5pm - 6.30pm in the winter.

How:
The group is affiliated with Central Australian Rough Riders (CARR), the Alice Springs Mountain Bike Club. Riders are welcome to try a session and then are expected to get AusCycling and CARR membership.

Options are many and include:
- a 4 week free trial
- an adult monthly Lifestyle membership $13
- an adult 12 mth Lifestyle membership $134. This includes a CARR joining fee of $20.

If a rider is not yet a member they will need to sign an electronic waiver that can be simply completed via https://www.carralicespringsmtb.com/. A leader can help you with this before the ride.

Membership includes the following benefits:
- Insurance
- organised social women’s only MTB rides and events
- free coffee and cake after social rides at various café’s
- access to all CARR’s programs, activities, and events
- you get to hang out with like minded women

The social rides go for 1-2hrs depending on the experience and skill of the group. If sufficient leaders are available, the group may split into smaller groups based on experience and skill.

Communication:
WhatsApp is the main communication channel for this group. Text George Landy on 0414 091 533 and ask to be added. Otherwise The CARR Facebook page and the CARR website also have information. Check out the website for what to bring on the social ride.

Guidelines:
No drop policy
Not a learn to ride program, come able to balance, pedal, brake, change gears, and open to riding single track.

The average maximum speed will be 12km p/hr. This means the groups will generally not ride faster than an average of 12km/p/hr. The group will ride at a speed that is comfortable for all riders.

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Social Ride and Coffee/Cake
Dec
5

Social Ride and Coffee/Cake

Social ride starting/finishing from the Telegraph Station for free coffee/cake afterwards. Hopefully this can build on and become a regular Sunday ride for some.

This year we will be finishing with an evening Xmas Social Ride - 5 Dec 2024.

*Disclaimer: If non-members do not sign up for 4-week free trial membership you are not covered by insurance and CARR takes no responsibility in the case of accident or injury. Sign up or complete the waiver beforehand (https://www.carralicespringsmtb.com/social-rides)

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SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)
Dec
5

SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)

This is a social mountain bike group for women and gender diverse people designed to provide a safe and supportive environment to develop mountain biking. The group will enjoy social rides, events, may participate in competitions and other opportunities of interest to its members.

Why:
To encourage women and gender diverse people to mountain bike, overcome barriers, develop mountain bike confidence, learn about their bike and gear, connect with other women, ride on singletrack, feel alive, empowered, improve health and wellbeing, and have fun.

Who:
This group is for women and gender diverse people only. The group is open to girls under 18 years of age who can ride independently.

Where:
The group may meet and finish at Telegraph Station or West Side at the Scout Hall or Morris Soak. Rides will be followed by a gathering at a local café for the essential café, cake, and connection!

When:
The group will ride monthly on Sunday mornings 7-9 am in the summer and 8.30-10.30 am in the winter.

In 2024 we are trialling Tuesday evening rides every two months followed by dinner out somewhere like Epilogue or The Brewery. These rides will happen around 5.30pm - 7.00pm in the summer and 5pm - 6.30pm in the winter.

How:
The group is affiliated with Central Australian Rough Riders (CARR), the Alice Springs Mountain Bike Club. Riders are welcome to try a session and then are expected to get AusCycling and CARR membership.

Options are many and include:
- a 4 week free trial
- an adult monthly Lifestyle membership $13
- an adult 12 mth Lifestyle membership $134. This includes a CARR joining fee of $20.

If a rider is not yet a member they will need to sign an electronic waiver that can be simply completed via https://www.carralicespringsmtb.com/. A leader can help you with this before the ride.

Membership includes the following benefits:
- Insurance
- organised social women’s only MTB rides and events
- free coffee and cake after social rides at various café’s
- access to all CARR’s programs, activities, and events
- you get to hang out with like minded women

The social rides go for 1-2hrs depending on the experience and skill of the group. If sufficient leaders are available, the group may split into smaller groups based on experience and skill.

Communication:
WhatsApp is the main communication channel for this group. Text George Landy on 0414 091 533 and ask to be added. Otherwise The CARR Facebook page and the CARR website also have information. Check out the website for what to bring on the social ride.

Guidelines:
No drop policy
Not a learn to ride program, come able to balance, pedal, brake, change gears, and open to riding single track.

The average maximum speed will be 12km p/hr. This means the groups will generally not ride faster than an average of 12km/p/hr. The group will ride at a speed that is comfortable for all riders.

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Hour of Power #3
Nov
16

Hour of Power #3

Super fun series

Register: https://my.raceresult.com/271653/

Discount will apply to those who register for the series by Thursday, 24 October.

Early bird discounts apply for individual events and will apply if registered by 24 Oct (Pig's), 31 Oct (#1), 7 Nov (#2) and 14 Nov (#3)

Rego Pricing / HOP:
- Adults - $10-$60 depending on registration.
- Juniors (3-18 year olds) - Free

Start: Sign on from 5.30pm. Race briefing will begin at 5.45pm for 6pm start - for all HOP's with Pig's.

Pig's Race
Start and Finish at White Gravel Carpark (off Kurrajong)

HOP#1
Start and finish at Eagle Course
Course: https://www.strava.com/routes/15727718

HOP#2
Start and finish at Lovegrove Trailhead
Course: https://www.strava.com/routes/2882438055951842222

HOP #3
Start and finish at White Gravel Carpark (off Kurrajong)
Course: https://www.strava.com/routes/3028121648494033802
Must have an AusCycling Licence. Proof will be needed at sign in

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SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)
Nov
10

SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)

This is a social mountain bike group for women and gender diverse people designed to provide a safe and supportive environment to develop mountain biking. The group will enjoy social rides, events, may participate in competitions and other opportunities of interest to its members.

Why:
To encourage women and gender diverse people to mountain bike, overcome barriers, develop mountain bike confidence, learn about their bike and gear, connect with other women, ride on singletrack, feel alive, empowered, improve health and wellbeing, and have fun.

Who:
This group is for women and gender diverse people only. The group is open to girls under 18 years of age who can ride independently.

Where:
The group may meet and finish at Telegraph Station or West Side at the Scout Hall or Morris Soak. Rides will be followed by a gathering at a local café for the essential café, cake, and connection!

When:
The group will ride monthly on Sunday mornings 7-9 am in the summer and 8.30-10.30 am in the winter.

In 2024 we are trialling Tuesday evening rides every two months followed by dinner out somewhere like Epilogue or The Brewery. These rides will happen around 5.30pm - 7.00pm in the summer and 5pm - 6.30pm in the winter.

How:
The group is affiliated with Central Australian Rough Riders (CARR), the Alice Springs Mountain Bike Club. Riders are welcome to try a session and then are expected to get AusCycling and CARR membership.

Options are many and include:
- a 4 week free trial
- an adult monthly Lifestyle membership $13
- an adult 12 mth Lifestyle membership $134. This includes a CARR joining fee of $20.

If a rider is not yet a member they will need to sign an electronic waiver that can be simply completed via https://www.carralicespringsmtb.com/. A leader can help you with this before the ride.

Membership includes the following benefits:
- Insurance
- organised social women’s only MTB rides and events
- free coffee and cake after social rides at various café’s
- access to all CARR’s programs, activities, and events
- you get to hang out with like minded women

The social rides go for 1-2hrs depending on the experience and skill of the group. If sufficient leaders are available, the group may split into smaller groups based on experience and skill.

Communication:
WhatsApp is the main communication channel for this group. Text George Landy on 0414 091 533 and ask to be added. Otherwise The CARR Facebook page and the CARR website also have information. Check out the website for what to bring on the social ride.

Guidelines:
No drop policy
Not a learn to ride program, come able to balance, pedal, brake, change gears, and open to riding single track.

The average maximum speed will be 12km p/hr. This means the groups will generally not ride faster than an average of 12km/p/hr. The group will ride at a speed that is comfortable for all riders.

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Social Ride and Coffee/Cake
Nov
10

Social Ride and Coffee/Cake

Social ride starting/finishing from the Telegraph Station for free coffee/cake afterwards. Hopefully this can build on and become a regular Sunday ride for some.

This year we will be finishing with an evening Xmas Social Ride - 5 Dec 2024.

*Disclaimer: If non-members do not sign up for 4-week free trial membership you are not covered by insurance and CARR takes no responsibility in the case of accident or injury. Sign up or complete the waiver beforehand (https://www.carralicespringsmtb.com/social-rides)

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Hour of Power #2
Nov
9

Hour of Power #2

Super fun series

Register: https://my.raceresult.com/271653/

Discount will apply to those who register for the series by Thursday, 24 October.

Early bird discounts apply for individual events and will apply if registered by 24 Oct (Pig's), 31 Oct (#1), 7 Nov (#2) and 14 Nov (#3)

Rego Pricing / HOP:
- Adults - $10-$60 depending on registration.
- Juniors (3-18 year olds) - Free

Start: Sign on from 5.30pm. Race briefing will begin at 5.45pm for 6pm start - for all HOP's with Pig's.

Pig's Race
Start and Finish at White Gravel Carpark (off Kurrajong)

HOP#1
Start and finish at Eagle Course
Course: https://www.strava.com/routes/15727718

HOP#2
Start and finish at Lovegrove Trailhead
Course: https://www.strava.com/routes/2882438055951842222

HOP #3
Start and finish at White Gravel Carpark (off Kurrajong)
Course: https://www.strava.com/routes/3028121648494033802
Must have an AusCycling Licence. Proof will be needed at sign in

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Hour of Power #1
Nov
2

Hour of Power #1

Super fun series

Register: https://my.raceresult.com/271653/

Discount will apply to those who register for the series by Thursday, 24 October.

Early bird discounts apply for individual events and will apply if registered by 24 Oct (Pig's), 31 Oct (#1), 7 Nov (#2) and 14 Nov (#3)

Rego Pricing / HOP:
- Adults - $10-$60 depending on registration.
- Juniors (3-18 year olds) - Free

Start: Sign on from 5.30pm. Race briefing will begin at 5.45pm for 6pm start - for all HOP's with Pig's.

Pig's Race
Start and Finish at White Gravel Carpark (off Kurrajong)

HOP#1
Start and finish at Eagle Course
Course: https://www.strava.com/routes/15727718

HOP#2
Start and finish at Lovegrove Trailhead
Course: https://www.strava.com/routes/2882438055951842222

HOP #3
Start and finish at White Gravel Carpark (off Kurrajong)
Course: https://www.strava.com/routes/3028121648494033802
Must have an AusCycling Licence. Proof will be needed at sign in

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Hour of Power - Pig’s Race
Oct
26

Hour of Power - Pig’s Race

Super fun series

Register: https://my.raceresult.com/271653/

Discount will apply to those who register for the series by Thursday, 24 October.

Early bird discounts apply for individual events and will apply if registered by 24 Oct (Pig's), 31 Oct (#1), 7 Nov (#2) and 14 Nov (#3)

Rego Pricing / HOP:
- Adults - $10-$60 depending on registration.
- Juniors (3-18 year olds) - Free

Start: Sign on from 5.30pm. Race briefing will begin at 5.45pm for 6pm start - for all HOP's with Pig's.

Pig's Race
Start and Finish at White Gravel Carpark (off Kurrajong)

HOP#1
Start and finish at Eagle Course
Course: https://www.strava.com/routes/15727718

HOP#2
Start and finish at Lovegrove Trailhead
Course: https://www.strava.com/routes/2882438055951842222

HOP #3
Start and finish at White Gravel Carpark (off Kurrajong)
Course: https://www.strava.com/routes/3028121648494033802
Must have an AusCycling Licence. Proof will be needed at sign in

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SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)
Oct
20

SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)

This is a social mountain bike group for women and gender diverse people designed to provide a safe and supportive environment to develop mountain biking. The group will enjoy social rides, events, may participate in competitions and other opportunities of interest to its members.

Why:
To encourage women and gender diverse people to mountain bike, overcome barriers, develop mountain bike confidence, learn about their bike and gear, connect with other women, ride on singletrack, feel alive, empowered, improve health and wellbeing, and have fun.

Who:
This group is for women and gender diverse people only. The group is open to girls under 18 years of age who can ride independently.

Where:
The group may meet and finish at Telegraph Station or West Side at the Scout Hall or Morris Soak. Rides will be followed by a gathering at a local café for the essential café, cake, and connection!

When:
The group will ride monthly on Sunday mornings 7-9 am in the summer and 8.30-10.30 am in the winter.

In 2024 we are trialling Tuesday evening rides every two months followed by dinner out somewhere like Epilogue or The Brewery. These rides will happen around 5.30pm - 7.00pm in the summer and 5pm - 6.30pm in the winter.

How:
The group is affiliated with Central Australian Rough Riders (CARR), the Alice Springs Mountain Bike Club. Riders are welcome to try a session and then are expected to get AusCycling and CARR membership.

Options are many and include:
- a 4 week free trial
- an adult monthly Lifestyle membership $13
- an adult 12 mth Lifestyle membership $134. This includes a CARR joining fee of $20.

If a rider is not yet a member they will need to sign an electronic waiver that can be simply completed via https://www.carralicespringsmtb.com/. A leader can help you with this before the ride.

Membership includes the following benefits:
- Insurance
- organised social women’s only MTB rides and events
- free coffee and cake after social rides at various café’s
- access to all CARR’s programs, activities, and events
- you get to hang out with like minded women

The social rides go for 1-2hrs depending on the experience and skill of the group. If sufficient leaders are available, the group may split into smaller groups based on experience and skill.

Communication:
WhatsApp is the main communication channel for this group. Text George Landy on 0414 091 533 and ask to be added. Otherwise The CARR Facebook page and the CARR website also have information. Check out the website for what to bring on the social ride.

Guidelines:
No drop policy
Not a learn to ride program, come able to balance, pedal, brake, change gears, and open to riding single track.

The average maximum speed will be 12km p/hr. This means the groups will generally not ride faster than an average of 12km/p/hr. The group will ride at a speed that is comfortable for all riders.

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SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)
Oct
10

SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)

This is a social mountain bike group for women and gender diverse people designed to provide a safe and supportive environment to develop mountain biking. The group will enjoy social rides, events, may participate in competitions and other opportunities of interest to its members.

Why:
To encourage women and gender diverse people to mountain bike, overcome barriers, develop mountain bike confidence, learn about their bike and gear, connect with other women, ride on singletrack, feel alive, empowered, improve health and wellbeing, and have fun.

Who:
This group is for women and gender diverse people only. The group is open to girls under 18 years of age who can ride independently.

Where:
The group may meet and finish at Telegraph Station or West Side at the Scout Hall or Morris Soak. Rides will be followed by a gathering at a local café for the essential café, cake, and connection!

When:
The group will ride monthly on Sunday mornings 7-9 am in the summer and 8.30-10.30 am in the winter.

In 2024 we are trialling Tuesday evening rides every two months followed by dinner out somewhere like Epilogue or The Brewery. These rides will happen around 5.30pm - 7.00pm in the summer and 5pm - 6.30pm in the winter.

How:
The group is affiliated with Central Australian Rough Riders (CARR), the Alice Springs Mountain Bike Club. Riders are welcome to try a session and then are expected to get AusCycling and CARR membership.

Options are many and include:
- a 4 week free trial
- an adult monthly Lifestyle membership $13
- an adult 12 mth Lifestyle membership $134. This includes a CARR joining fee of $20.

If a rider is not yet a member they will need to sign an electronic waiver that can be simply completed via https://www.carralicespringsmtb.com/. A leader can help you with this before the ride.

Membership includes the following benefits:
- Insurance
- organised social women’s only MTB rides and events
- free coffee and cake after social rides at various café’s
- access to all CARR’s programs, activities, and events
- you get to hang out with like minded women

The social rides go for 1-2hrs depending on the experience and skill of the group. If sufficient leaders are available, the group may split into smaller groups based on experience and skill.

Communication:
WhatsApp is the main communication channel for this group. Text George Landy on 0414 091 533 and ask to be added. Otherwise The CARR Facebook page and the CARR website also have information. Check out the website for what to bring on the social ride.

Guidelines:
No drop policy
Not a learn to ride program, come able to balance, pedal, brake, change gears, and open to riding single track.

The average maximum speed will be 12km p/hr. This means the groups will generally not ride faster than an average of 12km/p/hr. The group will ride at a speed that is comfortable for all riders.

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Committee Meeting
Oct
7

Committee Meeting

All 8 of us are doing our best to address what our member's need and the needs of the wider MTB community. If you have agenda items (things that are being done well/ things that need to be improved) and you would like us to discuss then let us know.

Email carr.mtb@gmail.com with these or get in touch if you would like to attend.

View Event →
Social Ride and Coffee/Cake
Sep
22

Social Ride and Coffee/Cake

Social ride starting/finishing from the Telegraph Station for free coffee/cake afterwards. Hopefully this can build on and become a regular Sunday ride for some.

This year we will be finishing with an evening Xmas Social Ride - 5 Dec 2024.

*Disclaimer: If non-members do not sign up for 4-week free trial membership you are not covered by insurance and CARR takes no responsibility in the case of accident or injury. Sign up or complete the waiver beforehand (https://www.carralicespringsmtb.com/social-rides)

View Event →
SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)
Sep
15

SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)

This is a social mountain bike group for women and gender diverse people designed to provide a safe and supportive environment to develop mountain biking. The group will enjoy social rides, events, may participate in competitions and other opportunities of interest to its members.

Why:
To encourage women and gender diverse people to mountain bike, overcome barriers, develop mountain bike confidence, learn about their bike and gear, connect with other women, ride on singletrack, feel alive, empowered, improve health and wellbeing, and have fun.

Who:
This group is for women and gender diverse people only. The group is open to girls under 18 years of age who can ride independently.

Where:
The group may meet and finish at Telegraph Station or West Side at the Scout Hall or Morris Soak. Rides will be followed by a gathering at a local café for the essential café, cake, and connection!

When:
The group will ride monthly on Sunday mornings 7-9 am in the summer and 8.30-10.30 am in the winter.

In 2024 we are trialling Tuesday evening rides every two months followed by dinner out somewhere like Epilogue or The Brewery. These rides will happen around 5.30pm - 7.00pm in the summer and 5pm - 6.30pm in the winter.

How:
The group is affiliated with Central Australian Rough Riders (CARR), the Alice Springs Mountain Bike Club. Riders are welcome to try a session and then are expected to get AusCycling and CARR membership.

Options are many and include:
- a 4 week free trial
- an adult monthly Lifestyle membership $13
- an adult 12 mth Lifestyle membership $134. This includes a CARR joining fee of $20.

If a rider is not yet a member they will need to sign an electronic waiver that can be simply completed via https://www.carralicespringsmtb.com/. A leader can help you with this before the ride.

Membership includes the following benefits:
- Insurance
- organised social women’s only MTB rides and events
- free coffee and cake after social rides at various café’s
- access to all CARR’s programs, activities, and events
- you get to hang out with like minded women

The social rides go for 1-2hrs depending on the experience and skill of the group. If sufficient leaders are available, the group may split into smaller groups based on experience and skill.

Communication:
WhatsApp is the main communication channel for this group. Text George Landy on 0414 091 533 and ask to be added. Otherwise The CARR Facebook page and the CARR website also have information. Check out the website for what to bring on the social ride.

Guidelines:
No drop policy
Not a learn to ride program, come able to balance, pedal, brake, change gears, and open to riding single track.

The average maximum speed will be 12km p/hr. This means the groups will generally not ride faster than an average of 12km/p/hr. The group will ride at a speed that is comfortable for all riders.

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Committee Meeting
Sep
2

Committee Meeting

All 8 of us are doing our best to address what our member's need and the needs of the wider MTB community. If you have agenda items (things that are being done well/ things that need to be improved) and you would like us to discuss then let us know.

Email carr.mtb@gmail.com with these or get in touch if you would like to attend.

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Social Gravity Enduro #2
Aug
25

Social Gravity Enduro #2

Register for the series by Thursday, 30 May to avoid late fees!
Link:
https://my.raceresult.com/271567/

Registration will close on the day of each event.

Rego Pricing:

- Adults - $15-$20
- Juniors (3-18 year olds) - Free

Gravity Enduro Social Alice Springs - Multiple short stages in Eastside area in Alice Springs Mountain Bike Trails. Full face helmets are recommended but not required. Race day will consist of 3-5 Gravity oriented timed runs.
-Under 14 Must have Full Face and Accompanied by an Adult.

Random prize draw:

Must have an AusCycling Licence. Proof will be needed at sign in.

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SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)
Aug
25

SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)

This is a social mountain bike group for women and gender diverse people designed to provide a safe and supportive environment to develop mountain biking. The group will enjoy social rides, events, may participate in competitions and other opportunities of interest to its members.

Why:
To encourage women and gender diverse people to mountain bike, overcome barriers, develop mountain bike confidence, learn about their bike and gear, connect with other women, ride on singletrack, feel alive, empowered, improve health and wellbeing, and have fun.

Who:
This group is for women and gender diverse people only. The group is open to girls under 18 years of age who can ride independently.

Where:
The group may meet and finish at Telegraph Station or West Side at the Scout Hall or Morris Soak. Rides will be followed by a gathering at a local café for the essential café, cake, and connection!

When:
The group will ride monthly on Sunday mornings 7-9 am in the summer and 8.30-10.30 am in the winter.

In 2024 we are trialling Tuesday evening rides every two months followed by dinner out somewhere like Epilogue or The Brewery. These rides will happen around 5.30pm - 7.00pm in the summer and 5pm - 6.30pm in the winter.

How:
The group is affiliated with Central Australian Rough Riders (CARR), the Alice Springs Mountain Bike Club. Riders are welcome to try a session and then are expected to get AusCycling and CARR membership.

Options are many and include:
- a 4 week free trial
- an adult monthly Lifestyle membership $13
- an adult 12 mth Lifestyle membership $134. This includes a CARR joining fee of $20.

If a rider is not yet a member they will need to sign an electronic waiver that can be simply completed via https://www.carralicespringsmtb.com/. A leader can help you with this before the ride.

Membership includes the following benefits:
- Insurance
- organised social women’s only MTB rides and events
- free coffee and cake after social rides at various café’s
- access to all CARR’s programs, activities, and events
- you get to hang out with like minded women

The social rides go for 1-2hrs depending on the experience and skill of the group. If sufficient leaders are available, the group may split into smaller groups based on experience and skill.

Communication:
WhatsApp is the main communication channel for this group. Text George Landy on 0414 091 533 and ask to be added. Otherwise The CARR Facebook page and the CARR website also have information. Check out the website for what to bring on the social ride.

Guidelines:
No drop policy
Not a learn to ride program, come able to balance, pedal, brake, change gears, and open to riding single track.

The average maximum speed will be 12km p/hr. This means the groups will generally not ride faster than an average of 12km/p/hr. The group will ride at a speed that is comfortable for all riders.

View Event →
Committee Meeting
Aug
12

Committee Meeting

All 8 of us are doing our best to address what our member's need and the needs of the wider MTB community. If you have agenda items (things that are being done well/ things that need to be improved) and you would like us to discuss then let us know.

Email carr.mtb@gmail.com with these or get in touch if you would like to attend.

View Event →
SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)
Aug
8

SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)

This is a social mountain bike group for women and gender diverse people designed to provide a safe and supportive environment to develop mountain biking. The group will enjoy social rides, events, may participate in competitions and other opportunities of interest to its members.

Why:
To encourage women and gender diverse people to mountain bike, overcome barriers, develop mountain bike confidence, learn about their bike and gear, connect with other women, ride on singletrack, feel alive, empowered, improve health and wellbeing, and have fun.

Who:
This group is for women and gender diverse people only. The group is open to girls under 18 years of age who can ride independently.

Where:
The group may meet and finish at Telegraph Station or West Side at the Scout Hall or Morris Soak. Rides will be followed by a gathering at a local café for the essential café, cake, and connection!

When:
The group will ride monthly on Sunday mornings 7-9 am in the summer and 8.30-10.30 am in the winter.

In 2024 we are trialling Tuesday evening rides every two months followed by dinner out somewhere like Epilogue or The Brewery. These rides will happen around 5.30pm - 7.00pm in the summer and 5pm - 6.30pm in the winter.

How:
The group is affiliated with Central Australian Rough Riders (CARR), the Alice Springs Mountain Bike Club. Riders are welcome to try a session and then are expected to get AusCycling and CARR membership.

Options are many and include:
- a 4 week free trial
- an adult monthly Lifestyle membership $13
- an adult 12 mth Lifestyle membership $134. This includes a CARR joining fee of $20.

If a rider is not yet a member they will need to sign an electronic waiver that can be simply completed via https://www.carralicespringsmtb.com/. A leader can help you with this before the ride.

Membership includes the following benefits:
- Insurance
- organised social women’s only MTB rides and events
- free coffee and cake after social rides at various café’s
- access to all CARR’s programs, activities, and events
- you get to hang out with like minded women

The social rides go for 1-2hrs depending on the experience and skill of the group. If sufficient leaders are available, the group may split into smaller groups based on experience and skill.

Communication:
WhatsApp is the main communication channel for this group. Text George Landy on 0414 091 533 and ask to be added. Otherwise The CARR Facebook page and the CARR website also have information. Check out the website for what to bring on the social ride.

Guidelines:
No drop policy
Not a learn to ride program, come able to balance, pedal, brake, change gears, and open to riding single track.

The average maximum speed will be 12km p/hr. This means the groups will generally not ride faster than an average of 12km/p/hr. The group will ride at a speed that is comfortable for all riders.

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SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)
Jul
21

SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)

This is a social mountain bike group for women and gender diverse people designed to provide a safe and supportive environment to develop mountain biking. The group will enjoy social rides, events, may participate in competitions and other opportunities of interest to its members.

Why:
To encourage women and gender diverse people to mountain bike, overcome barriers, develop mountain bike confidence, learn about their bike and gear, connect with other women, ride on singletrack, feel alive, empowered, improve health and wellbeing, and have fun.

Who:
This group is for women and gender diverse people only. The group is open to girls under 18 years of age who can ride independently.

Where:
The group may meet and finish at Telegraph Station or West Side at the Scout Hall or Morris Soak. Rides will be followed by a gathering at a local café for the essential café, cake, and connection!

When:
The group will ride monthly on Sunday mornings 7-9 am in the summer and 8.30-10.30 am in the winter.

In 2024 we are trialling Tuesday evening rides every two months followed by dinner out somewhere like Epilogue or The Brewery. These rides will happen around 5.30pm - 7.00pm in the summer and 5pm - 6.30pm in the winter.

How:
The group is affiliated with Central Australian Rough Riders (CARR), the Alice Springs Mountain Bike Club. Riders are welcome to try a session and then are expected to get AusCycling and CARR membership.

Options are many and include:
- a 4 week free trial
- an adult monthly Lifestyle membership $13
- an adult 12 mth Lifestyle membership $134. This includes a CARR joining fee of $20.

If a rider is not yet a member they will need to sign an electronic waiver that can be simply completed via https://www.carralicespringsmtb.com/. A leader can help you with this before the ride.

Membership includes the following benefits:
- Insurance
- organised social women’s only MTB rides and events
- free coffee and cake after social rides at various café’s
- access to all CARR’s programs, activities, and events
- you get to hang out with like minded women

The social rides go for 1-2hrs depending on the experience and skill of the group. If sufficient leaders are available, the group may split into smaller groups based on experience and skill.

Communication:
WhatsApp is the main communication channel for this group. Text George Landy on 0414 091 533 and ask to be added. Otherwise The CARR Facebook page and the CARR website also have information. Check out the website for what to bring on the social ride.

Guidelines:
No drop policy
Not a learn to ride program, come able to balance, pedal, brake, change gears, and open to riding single track.

The average maximum speed will be 12km p/hr. This means the groups will generally not ride faster than an average of 12km/p/hr. The group will ride at a speed that is comfortable for all riders.

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Social Ride and Coffee/Cake
Jul
21

Social Ride and Coffee/Cake

Social ride starting/finishing from the Telegraph Station for free coffee/cake afterwards. Hopefully this can build on and become a regular Sunday ride for some.

This year we will be finishing with an evening Xmas Social Ride - 5 Dec 2024.

*Disclaimer: If non-members do not sign up for 4-week free trial membership you are not covered by insurance and CARR takes no responsibility in the case of accident or injury. Sign up or complete the waiver beforehand (https://www.carralicespringsmtb.com/social-rides)

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SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)
Jun
23

SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)

This is a social mountain bike group for women and gender diverse people designed to provide a safe and supportive environment to develop mountain biking. The group will enjoy social rides, events, may participate in competitions and other opportunities of interest to its members.

Why:
To encourage women and gender diverse people to mountain bike, overcome barriers, develop mountain bike confidence, learn about their bike and gear, connect with other women, ride on singletrack, feel alive, empowered, improve health and wellbeing, and have fun.

Who:
This group is for women and gender diverse people only. The group is open to girls under 18 years of age who can ride independently.

Where:
The group may meet and finish at Telegraph Station or West Side at the Scout Hall or Morris Soak. Rides will be followed by a gathering at a local café for the essential café, cake, and connection!

When:
The group will ride monthly on Sunday mornings 7-9 am in the summer and 8.30-10.30 am in the winter.

In 2024 we are trialling Tuesday evening rides every two months followed by dinner out somewhere like Epilogue or The Brewery. These rides will happen around 5.30pm - 7.00pm in the summer and 5pm - 6.30pm in the winter.

How:
The group is affiliated with Central Australian Rough Riders (CARR), the Alice Springs Mountain Bike Club. Riders are welcome to try a session and then are expected to get AusCycling and CARR membership.

Options are many and include:
- a 4 week free trial
- an adult monthly Lifestyle membership $13
- an adult 12 mth Lifestyle membership $134. This includes a CARR joining fee of $20.

If a rider is not yet a member they will need to sign an electronic waiver that can be simply completed via https://www.carralicespringsmtb.com/. A leader can help you with this before the ride.

Membership includes the following benefits:
- Insurance
- organised social women’s only MTB rides and events
- free coffee and cake after social rides at various café’s
- access to all CARR’s programs, activities, and events
- you get to hang out with like minded women

The social rides go for 1-2hrs depending on the experience and skill of the group. If sufficient leaders are available, the group may split into smaller groups based on experience and skill.

Communication:
WhatsApp is the main communication channel for this group. Text George Landy on 0414 091 533 and ask to be added. Otherwise The CARR Facebook page and the CARR website also have information. Check out the website for what to bring on the social ride.

Guidelines:
No drop policy
Not a learn to ride program, come able to balance, pedal, brake, change gears, and open to riding single track.

The average maximum speed will be 12km p/hr. This means the groups will generally not ride faster than an average of 12km/p/hr. The group will ride at a speed that is comfortable for all riders.

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Social Ride and Coffee/Cake
Jun
23

Social Ride and Coffee/Cake

Social ride starting/finishing from the Telegraph Station for free coffee/cake afterwards. Hopefully this can build on and become a regular Sunday ride for some.

This year we will be finishing with an evening Xmas Social Ride - 5 Dec 2024.

*Disclaimer: If non-members do not sign up for 4-week free trial membership you are not covered by insurance and CARR takes no responsibility in the case of accident or injury. Sign up or complete the waiver beforehand (https://www.carralicespringsmtb.com/social-rides)

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SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)
Jun
6

SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)

This is a social mountain bike group for women and gender diverse people designed to provide a safe and supportive environment to develop mountain biking. The group will enjoy social rides, events, may participate in competitions and other opportunities of interest to its members.

Why:
To encourage women and gender diverse people to mountain bike, overcome barriers, develop mountain bike confidence, learn about their bike and gear, connect with other women, ride on singletrack, feel alive, empowered, improve health and wellbeing, and have fun.

Who:
This group is for women and gender diverse people only. The group is open to girls under 18 years of age who can ride independently.

Where:
The group may meet and finish at Telegraph Station or West Side at the Scout Hall or Morris Soak. Rides will be followed by a gathering at a local café for the essential café, cake, and connection!

When:
The group will ride monthly on Sunday mornings 7-9 am in the summer and 8.30-10.30 am in the winter.

In 2024 we are trialling Tuesday evening rides every two months followed by dinner out somewhere like Epilogue or The Brewery. These rides will happen around 5.30pm - 7.00pm in the summer and 5pm - 6.30pm in the winter.

How:
The group is affiliated with Central Australian Rough Riders (CARR), the Alice Springs Mountain Bike Club. Riders are welcome to try a session and then are expected to get AusCycling and CARR membership.

Options are many and include:
- a 4 week free trial
- an adult monthly Lifestyle membership $13
- an adult 12 mth Lifestyle membership $134. This includes a CARR joining fee of $20.

If a rider is not yet a member they will need to sign an electronic waiver that can be simply completed via https://www.carralicespringsmtb.com/. A leader can help you with this before the ride.

Membership includes the following benefits:
- Insurance
- organised social women’s only MTB rides and events
- free coffee and cake after social rides at various café’s
- access to all CARR’s programs, activities, and events
- you get to hang out with like minded women

The social rides go for 1-2hrs depending on the experience and skill of the group. If sufficient leaders are available, the group may split into smaller groups based on experience and skill.

Communication:
WhatsApp is the main communication channel for this group. Text George Landy on 0414 091 533 and ask to be added. Otherwise The CARR Facebook page and the CARR website also have information. Check out the website for what to bring on the social ride.

Guidelines:
No drop policy
Not a learn to ride program, come able to balance, pedal, brake, change gears, and open to riding single track.

The average maximum speed will be 12km p/hr. This means the groups will generally not ride faster than an average of 12km/p/hr. The group will ride at a speed that is comfortable for all riders.

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Committee Meeting
Jun
3

Committee Meeting

All 8 of us are doing our best to address what our member's need and the needs of the wider MTB community. If you have agenda items (things that are being done well/ things that need to be improved) and you would like us to discuss then let us know.

Email carr.mtb@gmail.com with these or get in touch if you would like to attend.

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Social Gravity Enduro #1
Jun
2

Social Gravity Enduro #1

Register for the series by Thursday, 30 May to avoid late fees!
Link:
https://my.raceresult.com/271567/

Registration will close on the day of each event.

Rego Pricing:

- Adults - $15-$20
- Juniors (3-18 year olds) - Free

Gravity Enduro Social Alice Springs - Multiple short stages in Eastside area in Alice Springs Mountain Bike Trails. Full face helmets are recommended but not required. Race day will consist of 3-5 Gravity oriented timed runs.
-Under 14 Must have Full Face and Accompanied by an Adult.

Random prize draw:

Must have an AusCycling Licence. Proof will be needed at sign in.

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MTB-Orienteering
May
25

MTB-Orienteering

Registration: https://my.raceresult.com/271649/

Discount will apply to those who register by Thursday, 23 May

Closes 7.30am on the morning of the event (25 May)
Adults - $15 to $20
Under 19s - Free

Event Details:
Start at Telegraph Station, meet 8.00am
Briefing from 8.15am
Event start 8.30am
Race Solo, Pairs, or Team (3-6 riders)

Must have an AusCycling Licence. Proof will be needed at sign in.

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Committee Meeting
May
20

Committee Meeting

All 8 of us are doing our best to address what our member's need and the needs of the wider MTB community. If you have agenda items (things that are being done well/ things that need to be improved) and you would like us to discuss then let us know.

Email carr.mtb@gmail.com with these or get in touch if you would like to attend.

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Social Ride
May
19

Social Ride

Social ride starting/finishing from the Gosse Street Park.

This is an extra ride we have added into the calendar for the year

*Disclaimer: If non-members do not sign up for 4-week free trial membership you are not covered by insurance and CARR takes no responsibility in the case of accident or injury. Sign up or complete the waiver beforehand (https://www.carralicespringsmtb.com/social-rides)

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SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)
May
19

SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)

This is a social mountain bike group for women and gender diverse people designed to provide a safe and supportive environment to develop mountain biking. The group will enjoy social rides, events, may participate in competitions and other opportunities of interest to its members.

Why:
To encourage women and gender diverse people to mountain bike, overcome barriers, develop mountain bike confidence, learn about their bike and gear, connect with other women, ride on singletrack, feel alive, empowered, improve health and wellbeing, and have fun.

Who:
This group is for women and gender diverse people only. The group is open to girls under 18 years of age who can ride independently.

Where:
The group may meet and finish at Telegraph Station or West Side at the Scout Hall or Morris Soak. Rides will be followed by a gathering at a local café for the essential café, cake, and connection!

When:
The group will ride monthly on Sunday mornings 7-9 am in the summer and 8.30-10.30 am in the winter.

In 2024 we are trialling Tuesday evening rides every two months followed by dinner out somewhere like Epilogue or The Brewery. These rides will happen around 5.30pm - 7.00pm in the summer and 5pm - 6.30pm in the winter.

How:
The group is affiliated with Central Australian Rough Riders (CARR), the Alice Springs Mountain Bike Club. Riders are welcome to try a session and then are expected to get AusCycling and CARR membership.

Options are many and include:
- a 4 week free trial
- an adult monthly Lifestyle membership $13
- an adult 12 mth Lifestyle membership $134. This includes a CARR joining fee of $20.

If a rider is not yet a member they will need to sign an electronic waiver that can be simply completed via https://www.carralicespringsmtb.com/. A leader can help you with this before the ride.

Membership includes the following benefits:
- Insurance
- organised social women’s only MTB rides and events
- free coffee and cake after social rides at various café’s
- access to all CARR’s programs, activities, and events
- you get to hang out with like minded women

The social rides go for 1-2hrs depending on the experience and skill of the group. If sufficient leaders are available, the group may split into smaller groups based on experience and skill.

Communication:
WhatsApp is the main communication channel for this group. Text George Landy on 0414 091 533 and ask to be added. Otherwise The CARR Facebook page and the CARR website also have information. Check out the website for what to bring on the social ride.

Guidelines:
No drop policy
Not a learn to ride program, come able to balance, pedal, brake, change gears, and open to riding single track.

The average maximum speed will be 12km p/hr. This means the groups will generally not ride faster than an average of 12km/p/hr. The group will ride at a speed that is comfortable for all riders.

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SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)
Apr
21

SheShreds Alice Springs (SSAS)

This is a social mountain bike group for women and gender diverse people designed to provide a safe and supportive environment to develop mountain biking. The group will enjoy social rides, events, may participate in competitions and other opportunities of interest to its members.

Why:
To encourage women and gender diverse people to mountain bike, overcome barriers, develop mountain bike confidence, learn about their bike and gear, connect with other women, ride on singletrack, feel alive, empowered, improve health and wellbeing, and have fun.

Who:
This group is for women and gender diverse people only. The group is open to girls under 18 years of age who can ride independently.

Where:
The group may meet and finish at Telegraph Station or West Side at the Scout Hall or Morris Soak. Rides will be followed by a gathering at a local café for the essential café, cake, and connection!

When:
The group will ride monthly on Sunday mornings 7-9 am in the summer and 8.30-10.30 am in the winter.

In 2024 we are trialling Tuesday evening rides every two months followed by dinner out somewhere like Epilogue or The Brewery. These rides will happen around 5.30pm - 7.00pm in the summer and 5pm - 6.30pm in the winter.

How:
The group is affiliated with Central Australian Rough Riders (CARR), the Alice Springs Mountain Bike Club. Riders are welcome to try a session and then are expected to get AusCycling and CARR membership.

Options are many and include:
- a 4 week free trial
- an adult monthly Lifestyle membership $13
- an adult 12 mth Lifestyle membership $134. This includes a CARR joining fee of $20.

If a rider is not yet a member they will need to sign an electronic waiver that can be simply completed via https://www.carralicespringsmtb.com/. A leader can help you with this before the ride.

Membership includes the following benefits:
- Insurance
- organised social women’s only MTB rides and events
- free coffee and cake after social rides at various café’s
- access to all CARR’s programs, activities, and events
- you get to hang out with like minded women

The social rides go for 1-2hrs depending on the experience and skill of the group. If sufficient leaders are available, the group may split into smaller groups based on experience and skill.

Communication:
WhatsApp is the main communication channel for this group. Text George Landy on 0414 091 533 and ask to be added. Otherwise The CARR Facebook page and the CARR website also have information. Check out the website for what to bring on the social ride.

Guidelines:
No drop policy
Not a learn to ride program, come able to balance, pedal, brake, change gears, and open to riding single track.

The average maximum speed will be 12km p/hr. This means the groups will generally not ride faster than an average of 12km/p/hr. The group will ride at a speed that is comfortable for all riders.

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Committee Meeting
Apr
15

Committee Meeting

All 8 of us are doing our best to address what our member's need and the needs of the wider MTB community. If you have agenda items (things that are being done well/ things that need to be improved) and you would like us to discuss then let us know.

Email carr.mtb@gmail.com with these or get in touch if you would like to attend.

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Trail Crew - Making It Happen
Apr
14

Trail Crew - Making It Happen

Trail Crew Sessions for 2024 - Making it Happen are currently working up plans with a new section of Black Trail set to be opened!
We will be working closely with Parks NT to address areas of concern and importance to the network. Aiming at another education session with local trail builders Tricky Tracks for sessions #2 & #3 (13 and 14 April) to make the hardest parts of the new trail happen.
Meeting location and more details to be confirmed closer to the dates.
FREE Trail Crew goodie to those who’ve come more than 2x!
Everybody welcome MTBers, trail runners, bush walkers,....
Gloves will be provided. BYO Sturdy footwear, water, sunscreen and good vibes. Happy trails! Any Questions, flick an email to carr.mtb@gmail.com
Dave will be coordinating for the weekend so contact him if you are joining in so he can be prepared. 0437144405
If you have noticed anything in regards to the trail conditions while out and about, please email christian.diddams@nt.gov.au so Christian can go and check out.
Sponsor Lone Dingo will be providing $50 vouchers for each Trail Crew Session on the Calendar which is always a bonus.
Trail Crew Sessions are running a WhatsApp contact system to make sure you always have access to what is going on. Get in touch if you would like to be in this group of soil shifters.

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