RACE THE WAY YOU RIDE
Welcome to the Fox Superflow® 2022 Round 3 of the QLD Series Mackay in the start of the tropical North Queensland region!
VIRTUAL RIDER BRIEFING
From the Darling Downs region last weekend we are now settling into the North Queensland lifestyle of thongs, sunscreen and brim hats in Mackay!
The RT crew is getting ready for a cracking weekend of racing and socialising with our riders and families. Racing in regional locations allows us to reward the riders for the effort to come and explore with us: in Mackay we’re putting on 2 days racing for the standard one-day entry fee. That is 13hrs of timing to get your best times in, timing chips are active Saturday and Sunday!
We have more good news the camping facilities on site are gorgeous with lush green grass, plenty of room plus open camp fires allowed.
We are guaranteed a great weekend and look forward to seeing you all here.
- All track runs are live timed so check your result as you cross the line.
- PRIZE Ceremony: MTB DIRECT sponsors over $20,000 worth of online vouchers for this year’s series for your next shopping spree on their site for 1-2-3 category podium getters!
- Giveaways from our sponsors.
GENERAL RIDER BRIEFING CONTENT IN WRITING
ABOUT the venue
VENUE
Rowallan MTB Park – home track of the MAD MTB Club, Mackay QLD
- Located approx. 10 mins from the CBD this green recreational space is well maintained with good facilities and amazing rainforest MTB trails – still a hidden gem for most riders.
- Access to the park is via a dirt gravel road – Glendaragh Rd, Farleigh. Take it slow along this strip of road.
GETTING THERE AND PARKING:
- Ample parking area is located just inside the entrance gate on the left handside of the road, with overflow parking in the pine tree area.
- The event hub will be located near the MADMTB clubhouse and shelter area.
- Look for the flags and Redbull tent.
Race tracks used
- FOX Track: FOX track includes the first 2 wooden features of the “Millsy’s Ringa Mahi” from that point you can choose your own adventure! Both lines converge onto “102” for some rocky descents before cutting into the skills park onto the wooden berm to finish just below the MAD Mountain Bike Club House. This track offers both A and B line options to cater for riders of all.
- STANS Track: Sharing its start with LAZER the classic “Calabri” onto “Rock and Roll” to finish just below the event hub (1.3km – 125 vert)
- LAZER Track: Both Stans & Lazer flick to the left before dropping onto the road and splitting. Stans takes “Organ Donor” onto “Pips Playground” before a hard left into “Jellyfish” passing under the bridge for a short pedal to the finish.
- Un-timed Liaisons: up the Mango Alley fire road trail
Weather information
Sunshine all weekend -sunscreen will be required! Sunny skies with 14c to 25c.
Event Format
The Fox Superflow® format provides so many options to the rider, and this weekend the opportunity is to race on both days – the timing chips are active all weekend. We want to encourage out-of-region racers to come and we offer 2 days of racing for a onde-day entry.
Saturday – 3 Superflow® tracks or
Sunday – 3 Superflow® tracks or
Race both days!
- You can tackle five runs on each track or just do a minimum of one on each track.
- 6.5 hours available each day with all the support you need.
- Remember no vehicle or towing shuttles are allowed – Don’t forget that liaison to the starts are not timed, so grab your mate, friend, mum or dad and enjoy the leisurely ride to the top then be rewarded for your effort.
Insurance
You don’t need to be a member of any cycling association to race with Rocky Trail. Some offer great insurance packages which are worthwhile checking out and you are in charge of your own health insurance when racing with us.
Schedule – for all participants
Saturday
7.30am – Registration open
9.00am – 3.30pm – Saturday race runs – you can choose the order in which you do your race runs. You get up to 5 runs per track and the fastest counts.
3.30pm – Last Race Run
From 5pm on Saturday – Join the crew for a social chat and drink around the REDBULL tent. Come along and meet some of the local racers!
Sunday
7.30am – Registration open
9.00am – 3.30pm – Sunday race runs – you can choose the order in which you do your race runs. You get up to 5 runs per track and the fastest counts.
3.30pm – Last Race Run
3.45pm – Event Presentations
Presentation:
- A podium presentation will be held for those at the event centre with 1-2-3 podium spots awarded.
- Those who are not present on Sunday, Rocky Trail series podium plates and stickers can be collected at the next race.
- MTB Direct vouchers for 1-2-3 poidums will be sendt via email.
Attention: Riders please carry plenty of water!
Timing:
Race plates with passive timing chips, automatic race timing and LIVE results online all day.
Event Services:
We thank the support of local businesses across the weekend;
- Food & Drinks:
- MAd Cow Coffee – come and support our local barista Sonia from MAD Cow coffee
- BBQ will be open and operating with bacon and egg burgers to start the day then gourmet burgers from lunch onwards. Cold drinks available.
- Other Services:
- Corry Cycles – will be setup all weekend and have you covered for any last minute bike issues
- Maxxis – check out the range of tyres and chat to your fellow #rockytrailracer Craig about all things Maxxis!
- HucktoFlat – cool display with bike parts and racing team
Event Facilities:
- Toilets: Two toilet blocks, 1 unisex
- Camping: is allowed with the added bonus of camp fires
- Water: Bring your own water, limited on site.
- Medical: On-site in the event centre and roaming out on track. The Race Director mobile number is available on your race plate for any issues out on track.
- Team tents – Are welcome – please email jo@rockytrailentertainment.com to secure your spot near the Event Hub – plenty of space available!
Attention: Riders please carry plenty of water!
Emergency contacts:
Race Director – Bob Morris 0458 299 558
Event Manager – Jo Parker 0424 955 332
Media Liaison & Comms – Juliane Wisata 0416 737 972
Rider List and LIVE Results:
All weekend you can find links to Rider List and LIVE Results via the drop-down menu from the event page on our website! Before the race day the page will display the RIDER LIST and from the race start onwards it will switch to LIVE then on Sunday after the race to final results. You can check these now and throughout the weekend via your mobile devices – to reduce touch points we will not have any public display computers on-site.
Event updates during the race / weekend:
We always announce any major updates mainly via the FB event page, as well as our news blog and email newsletters. Please feel comfortable to register knowing we will refund or transfer your entry if required.
Event Photos:
We can’t wait to see you smashing it! Remember, your race photos are included in your entry. Be sure to download them after the race and share your stories with eeeeeveryone using:
#rockytrailracer #foxsuperflow
Volunteers welcome
We need your help this weekend with marshalling two of the road crossing points. Give a couple of hours that would be amazing.
Rocky Trail is always looking for crew to support the riders. If you can lend a hand, complete our online form https://rockytrailentertainment.com/home/volunteering/ or contact Jo at jo@rockytrailentertainment.com to be part of the team. Riders luv seeing supporters at our events.
Rocky Trail Merchandise:
- Rocky Trail Jerseys designed by Dharco ($75-$85)
- New in: Rocky Trail X Sendy Hoodies $65 and T-shirts $35
- Socks $15
- Mudguards $20
- Rocky Trail hats made from recycled materials “eco-choice” – $30
- Available from the Rocky Trail rego desk all weekend!
Rocky Trail X Dharco Jerseys
Rocky Trail X Sendy Hoodies & T-shirts
General Merch:
Sponsored content by Mackay Regional Council
Did you know?
Mackay Regional Council is developing a world-class mountain bike park in the picturesque Pioneer Valley.
It will comprise of a 100km network of single-direction mountain bike trails that caters for all levels of riders and give visitors the opportunity to navigate through Australia’s longest stretch of lush subtropical rainforest. The park will be built to international standards and include ancillary infrastructure such trailheads, car parking, toilets and recreation facilities. Construction of Stage 1, the Finch Hatton trailhead site and 15 trails (6 easy, 7 intermediate and 2 difficult trails) will commence next year.
To stay up-to-date on this project, subscribe to project update emails at www.connectingmackay.com.au/mountain-bike-trails.
First Fox Superflow®?
Yeow!! Welcome to the Rocky Trail Tribe! It’s a very chilled out vibe, you’ll see, and you can make the day YOUR adventure. All our crew are very chatty, so do talk to them at rego and at the starts, they will be more than happy to support and talk you through things. Come to the rego tent first to pick up your plate and then it all falls into place. Here are some blogs that may be helpful, plus we are emailing the rider briefing out today as well:
COVID-specific Event Guidelines
Rocky Trail Entertainment has all required Covid Safety plans and requirements in place.
We ask that if If you are showing any signs of the cold or flu or have a fever, that you please NOT come to the race. Please contact us immediately and we will transfer or refund your entry.
Now, get ready!
Do you have any questions?
Talk to us via our online chat – click on the orange circle symbol on your bottom right screen corner and we’ll be right with you! (We always love talking bikes, racing and riding!)
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