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Category: Terra in the Berra

Catch up on event news, stories and updates here!

Rocky Trail e-Bike Policy

February 21, 2023 Juliane

Statement, 21 February 2023 At Rocky Trail Entertainment, we are committed to providing a safe and fair environment for all riders at our events, including

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Canberra | The Capital Destination Guide

February 20, 2023 Annette

Rocky Trail Entertainment has had a love-affair with racing in Canberra for over a decade. Stromlo Forest Park holds very personal memories for the team

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Riders ready, watch the gate…

September 8, 2021 Juliane

If you have ever been to a BMX race or our 4X races that we started Rocky Trail Entertainment If you have ever been to

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Covid Update 29 July 2021

July 29, 2021 Martin

[updated, 2 August 2021] It is with a heavy heart that we must announce that effective immediately we will put all our events that are

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Seasons Greetings from Rocky Trail | 2020

December 21, 2020 Juliane

Here’s to new beginnings We wish all our #rockytrailracers, supporters, sponsors, friends, fans and crew a relaxing Holiday Season. May it be filled with laughter

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Outdoors Queensland Awards Finalists 2020: Jo Parker and Bob Morris

October 9, 2020 Juliane

CONGRATULATIONS to our Event Managers Jo Parker and Bob Morris who have been announced as Finalists in the Outdoors Queensland Awards 2020 in “The Brisbane

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AMB100 Event confirmed for 2020

September 16, 2020 Juliane

The AMB100 Async Marathon will be held in Canberra on the October-long weekend Rocky Trail has just confirmed that the AMB100 Event will he held

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Launch: Rocky Trail Async Racing

September 10, 2020 Juliane

Our life is on ‘rocky trails’. Has been since 2008 and will continue to be, because we refuse to give in to the challenging event

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The Statesman Hotel

September 9, 2020 Martin

The Statesman Hotel welcomes Rocky Trail competitors and spectators to our friendly establishment.  At just over 8km from Stromlo, we are the perfect destination to

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Announcement: Rocky Trail Async Racing

September 7, 2020 Martin

‘When something doesn’t work change the plan, not the goal.’ That is one of our teachings of our Entrepreneurship course at uni and after 2020

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Update from the Rocky Trail HQ

April 7, 2020 Martin

by Martin Wisata A few weeks have passed since we decided to start our hibernation as far as events go. However, we haven’t slowed down

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COVID-19 UPDATE – 3

March 17, 2020 Martin

The writing has been on the wall but now it is official and we are communicating our decision confidently yet with a heavy heart: we

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Owayo – official outfitter of the Rocky Trail crew

January 15, 2020 Martin

The Rocky Trail crew and racing teams have been #dressedbyowayo since 2018 and we’d like to pass on this information by the Owayo Headoffice exclusive for 2020

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Train like the Pros! Free programs for Rocky Trail Racers!

January 9, 2020 Andrew

Want to train for our Shimano MTB GP series or Fox Superflow Enduro Series? With kind help from Drew Calabria from To The Edge High

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Il Pastaio, Bacci’s Fresh and RedAss Mexican Food feeding staff, riders and volunteers

November 28, 2019 Martin

A well feed crew is just as important as riders that are fueled up to the task. A big shout out goes to the crew

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Rocky Trail Kids MTB Fair

October 22, 2019 Juliane

The next edition of the official “Rocky Trail Kids MTB Fair” will happen on Saturday, 26 October 2019 as part of the Shimano MTB Grand

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Brendan Johnston and Karen Hill are the 2019 Mitas Terra in the Berra Champions

October 1, 2019 Juliane

The three-day event included four race stages and the Australian National Marathon Champion Johnston from Canberra took out the outright title against a high-profile line-up

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Brendan Johnston defends lead at Mitas Terra in the Berra despite grueling hill climb challenge

September 28, 2019 Martin

Day two of the Mitas Terra in the Berra was a treat for local and visiting event participants from all over NSW and VIC alike:

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Trekky takes the lead in Mitas Terra in the Berra

September 27, 2019 Juliane

Day one of the Mitas Terra in the Berra mountain bike event took place in Canberra today. Rocky Trail Entertainment took on the event from

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Rider briefing: AMB100 & Mitas Terra in the Berra 2019

September 19, 2019 Juliane

Race the three-day MITAS Terra in the Berra for a celebration of the vibrant cycling and mountain biking lifestyle in Canberra! Majura Pines, Centenary and,

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Terra in the Berra: Celebrating Spring racing in Canberra

September 12, 2019 Juliane

Media release | 12 September 2019 The Mitas Terra in the Berra is a three-day mountain bike event in Canberra from 27-29 September 2019. Organised

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2019 Mitas Terra in the Berra prize pool announced

September 10, 2019 Juliane

The Mitas Terra in the Berra was founded by the Canberran Off-Road Cyclists in 2018 and has been taken on by Rocky Trail Entertainment in

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Croc Dollars for Rocky Trail Champions at the Mitas Terra in the Berra

September 10, 2019 Juliane

The Crocodile Trophy is one of the toughest and definitely the most legendary MTB stage race in the World. In 2019 its 25th Anniversary will

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Artwork Raffle to raise funds for Pedal4Pierce

September 3, 2019 Juliane

To mark our 10-year Anniversary of Rocky Trail Events in the ACT and at Stromlo Forest Park, the Australian artist Daniel Beresford from Wagga Wagga

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Volunteers wanted

September 3, 2019 Juliane

Do you want to be a volunteer at the MITAS Terra in the Berra / AMB100 Marathon event weekend at Stromlo Forest Park in 2019?

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AMB Article: The Mitas Terra in the Berra is back!

July 18, 2019 Juliane

“The Mitas Terra in the Berra is back – with some guidance from Rocky Trail Entertainment”, writes the Australian Mountain Bike Magazine in their online

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Your Age group will automatically be assigned during the registration process based on your Year of Birth.

JUNIOR CATEGORIES 

  • Male and Female Junior U13 (Challenge)
  • Male and Female Junior U15 (Challenge +Adventure)
  • Male and Female Junior U17
  • Male and Female Junior U19
  • Male and Female Junior Pairs U19

ADULT CATEGORIES

  • Male and Female 19-29
  • Male and Female 30-39
  • Male and Female 40-49
  • Male and Female 50-59
  • Male and Female 60+
  • Male and Female Open e-Bike
  • Male and Female Open Pairs
  • Male and Female Masters Pairs

This is cross-country racing at its best!

What's the challenge?

These cross-country events are normally run on an 8-10km circuit for solo racers and pairs. The solo rider or relay team in their respective categories/age groups with the most amount of laps completed in the least amount of time within the racing window, wins.

These events aim to reward as many riders as possible with prizes at each event and across the series. There are age-group and eBike category podiums. Racers receive a placing in their age category and the events present four specialty Awards including KOM/QOM, Fastest Laptimes for adults and juinior as well as an GC Title for the Male and Female Heroes. The races also offer eBike categories in the Adventure distance.

Who can race it?

Make this a smashfest, show off your sponsor logos, re-kindle your love for XC racing or catch the racing bug with us! From the first time between the tape to people that have spent a lifetime training for power output, we have you covered when you line up at the Rocky Trail start line! You will all enjoy the community spirit and classic XC racing thrill that Rocky Trail Entertainment delivers like no other – be a #rockytrailracer!

This is less of a winners-only-focused competition, but a positive and inclusive experience for all racers.

If you are at the pointy end of GP/XC/Enduro or sponsored, don't stress, we are building a overall points and ranking system to ensure if you are there to race, you can still have the fun you want. Each race is sure to test your endurance, skill and determination!

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

Your Shimano MTB GP® registration includes the following:

  • Personalised Race Plate with timing chip & results QR
  • Entry into your state Shimano MTB GP® series
  • Live Timing throughout the event
  • Free photos of you on track by professional crew of photographers
  • Free giveaways
  • Professional First Aid
  • Race Starters on all stages
  • Event Marshalls
  • Event Village with music and race commentary
  • Food, Coffee & Drinks Vendors
  • Neutral Service / Repairs
  • Sponsor Expo & Demonstrations

LOOKING FOR OPPORTUNITY TO VOLUNTEER AND SUPPORT COMMUNITY EVENTS?

The Rocky Trail MTB events provide a perfect option for people who love to be outdoors and part of a friendly happy community. Many roles are available and we can find a match for you!

If you want to become part of the crew as a volunteer at some (or many) of our events let us know by filling out the form below and our Volunteers Coordinator and Event Manager Jo Parker will be in touch.

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EVERY EVENT NEEDS:

  • Parking attendees – early start but just a short shift that makes such a difference to the operation of our events
  • Course Marshalls – stationary or roving on your bike.  Enjoy watching the competitors on track and keeping everyone safe.  Short and long shifts available
  • Sweep Riders – Morning or Afternoon – check the track in the morning before racing or clear the track at the end of the day.  Perfect for someone who loves riding but not competing
  • Registration/Village support – general helper in the Event Hub
  • Timing support and helping the riders
  • Kids activity support – depending on the event support activations on the day
  • Pack down – help clear course markings after racing – can be on foot or riding

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

  • Helping your local community
  • Snacks and drinks
  • Discount entry to future events
  • Access to Rocky Trail Rewards Program (get access to the online portal to grab current offers from sponsors and supporters)

Event Schedule

FridayTIME
The track is marked and you can practice on it but we wont have any services (marshals or first aid). Please respect any trail closures if there is an Academy Event in progress.From 3:00 PM
SaturdayTIME
Registration Open7:30 - 8:45 AM
Rider call up, be race ready.
The official rider briefing usually held before the race start will be available online before the race.
8:45 AM
Race Start9:00 AM
Race Finish
Finish the lap you are on but can't start a new one.
1:00 PM
Last Rider and Sweeper across the line and event finishes.1:30 PM
Presentation CeremonyFrom 1:30 PM

How Does It Work?

The Distance: 

We will be aiming for 25km (Challenge), 50km (Adventure) and 75km (Hero) for the event to still be concluding around the 4-hour cut-off time.

The Tracks 

We aim to create 8-10km cross-country circuits and three different distance classifications: Challenge (shortest), Adventure (middle) and Hero (longest) distance classifications.

Mass Start & Start Lap

Its the famous Shimano GP mass start with solo and pairs riders going bar to bar before the single track. E-bikers will start in a second wave and our eBike Policy applies.

Solo or Pairs 

Ride solo for the ultimate challenge or hit the trails as a pair (hero) and have double the fun, the choice is yours!

How many laps? 

The number of laps required to be completed in each distance classification will be based on the terrain and conditions of each race track – therefore vary per event!

Podiums

Podiums are awarded to first, second and third place in ALL age group categories including ebike specific categories.

Classification Awards

Our much coveted "Classification Award Plates" are awarded at every round.

View The Shimano GP Event Guide

Shimano GP Rules

The rules are relatively simple:

  • No race plate no race
  • Always respect other riders no matter their skill, speed, age or gender
  • Start: There will be one mass start. Riders will be able to self-seed.
  • Duration: Riders have 4 hours to complete their laps. Riders will not be able to start another lap after the 4 hours of elapsed time but may finish the lap they are on.
  • Completion: If a rider fails to complete the number of laps signed up in the to do in 4 hours, they will be ranked based on the time taken and the number of laps they did complete and will be recorded in the results as “-n Laps”.
  • Transition: A transition lane will be provided for pairs racers after the finish line. The to transition to the next rider the teams’ wheels must cross on a plane perpendicular to the direction of the trace track. There is no need for physical touch.
  • Rider down procedure: probably the most important rule of all: if you come to an accident out on the track you MUST stop and make sure the rider is ok. If he/she is not, stay with him/her and send the next rider straight back to the event centre to let us know what happened. If you lose time while helping an injured rider we will adjust your lap time at the end of the race. The race directors phone number is on every race plate. We recommend you carry a mobile phone.
  • Passing: being friendly out on the track goes a long way. Let the rider you are about to pass know when and on which side. E.g. “rider coming up, passing on your right when you are ready”. Then say thanks and keep on smashing it. If you are riding in a train let the rider in front know how many people will pass him/her. If you are being passed, find the next best place to move to the side and let them pass.
  • PAIRS: Only one rider in a pair is allowed on the track at any one time. Pairs riders must complete equal or close to equal number of laps
  • If you leave the track you must return to the same point before continuing your race
  • Outside assistance is only allowed within the transition/pit area. Outside assistance can be provided by other riders whilst out on track.
  • No shortcutting or “local lines” outside the bunted track
  • All bikes and rider safety equipment must comply with the Australian Standards
  • eBikes must be unmodified and comply with current Australian standards. Read more about our eBike policy here…
  • All riders must agree to a Race Waiver when they sign up online or at the race on-site
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Shimano MTB GP Series Info

All Shimano GP events are part of Rocky Trail’s cross-country racing line-up of events and in 2023 we are implementing our “Pace Points System”.

Competitors will be able to accumulate points across all our cross-country events, including our marathon and ultra-endurance events. A pace-based algorithm developed by Rocky Trail will produce an innovative ranking output and you may just score big with Pace Points!

You’ll be able not only to reach your goals but to earn Rocky Trail Rewards too!

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Ecotourism Australia Nature Certified

All Rocky Trail events have the Ecotourism Australia Nature Certification status. This ECO Certification program is a world first and it has been developed to address the need to identify genuine nature and ecotourism operators. This means that with Rocky Trail you are guaranteed to be part of a genuine and authentic trail-based nature experience that looks after the environment.

Our Sustainability Pledge – We encourage our racers to follow some simple tips to ‘tread softly’ when visiting the bush and minimise damage to the natural environment. These guidelines are laid out in our Sustainability Policy and will be communicated and encouraged via Rider Briefings and at the events.

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