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All riders from juniors to seniors welcome.
Mountain Biking (MTB)
The club utilizes 4 different MTB tracks in the Highlands including a short circuit track at Bong Bong racecourse. It is common for kids to get started on BMX bikes. The club recommends that when younger riders are new that they ride with an adult at the bushland circuits such as Welby and Wingello. If mum or Dad doesn't have a bike talk to the club coaches. Mountain Biking is a great place for juniors to get involved in cycling. The club holds racing all year round for MTB.
Map of welby MTB track.
Location of Wingello MTB Forest
Location Of Bong Bong MTB Track
Location of Fitzroy Falls Track
MTB Licencing for mountain biking events a 'Day Licence' can be purchased at the race venue for $20.00, but a full MTBA membership saves you money for a junior if you participate in just 4 or more events or for a senior if you participate in only 5 or more events in 12 months you save!. Full details of Mountain Bike Australia (MTBA) benefits can be found on the MTBA website. See also MTBA membership FAQ. which tells you answers to most of the things you need to know. This is a very informative page, so use it!
Cost
Racing costs - to encourage as many riders as we can, SHCC has adopted a no fee policy for sub-juniors and juniors who are not racing at grade level. A current MTBA licence or day licence is mandatory though.
The types of Memberships and costs 2011
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Senior competition *
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$20 SHCC + $100 MTBA
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$120
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Junior competition (13-18yo)*
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$10 SHCC + $70 MTBA
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$80
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Junior competition (13-18yo)*
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$10 SHCC + $70 MTBA
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$80
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DirtMaster competition (3-12yo)*
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$10 SHCC + $30MTBA
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$40
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Social / non race *
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$10 SHCC + $45 MTBA
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$55
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What else to bring
A water bottle, maybe a healthy snack such as fruit or a muesli bar. Mandatory safety equipment includes an properly fitted bicycle helmet (to approved Australian Design Standards) an dit is suggested that gloves be also worn, as a fall onto a gravel track can cause nasty hand wounds.
Parent or Guardian club policy
It is club policy that junior riders must have a parent or guardian present at all times during training sessions or when a race meeting is being held.
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