What to expect from the 2018 Melbourne Dirty Dozen
Trying to decide whether to sign up for DD18? Signed up but not sure what to expect? We've got you covered. Read more “What to expect from the 2018 Melbourne Dirty Dozen”
DD18: The Melbourne Dirty Dozen returns to Dromana
It's that time of year again – time to ride up a bunch of short but steep hills, all in the name of fun! That's right, the Melbourne Dirty Dozen is back and in 2018 it returns to Dromana. Read more “DD18: The Melbourne Dirty Dozen returns to Dromana”
DD17: The 2017 Melbourne Dirty Dozen
DD17 was the sixth edition of the Melbourne Dirty Dozen. Held in Dromana for the first time (after three years in the Dandenongs and two in Warburton) the event started poorly, with a torrential downpour at the start. But the weather improved, and it turned into a truly magnificent day on the bike. Read more “DD17: The 2017 Melbourne Dirty Dozen”
Ol' Dirty 2017
Ol' Dirty by Hells 500 is always one of my favourite rides of the year. The 2017 edition, in all its mud-covered glory, was no exception. Here's how my day unfolded. Read more “Ol' Dirty 2017”
What to expect from the 2017 Melbourne Dirty Dozen
Perhaps you've seen some posts about DD17 and you're wondering what it's all about. Or maybe you've signed up already and you're after a bit more information about what's in store. Either way, here's what you can expect from the ride. Read more “What to expect from the 2017 Melbourne Dirty Dozen”
DD17: The Melbourne Dirty Dozen comes to Dromana
The Melbourne Dirty Dozen is back for another year and in 2017 the event has a new home. After three editions in the Dandenong Ranges and two in Warburton, the Melbourne Dirty Dozen moves down to the bayside suburb of Dromana for a brand new challenge. Read more “DD17: The Melbourne Dirty Dozen comes to Dromana”
Clearing out the cobwebs
It's been a long time since my last post so I thought I'd take the time to write about why things have been so quiet, what's been going on, and what's coming up. Read more “Clearing out the cobwebs”
7 Peaks Domestique Ride 2016: Lake Mountain
We've battled some extreme weather conditions in the past five years of running Domestique 7 Peaks rides, but none more so than at Lake Mountain a week or so ago. With constant rain and freezing temperatures, it was a day for the tough nuts and certainly a day to remember. Read more “7 Peaks Domestique Ride 2016: Lake Mountain”
A ride down memory lane: Bike Camp revisited
Not all rides have great meaning to them. Much of the time it's about simply getting from A to B, or staying fit, or clearing your head. But sometimes there's a ride that stands out, that has a significance much greater than the distance covered or how fast your rode. A recent ride down memory lane with my mate Nick was one of those rides. Read more “A ride down memory lane: Bike Camp revisited”
Join us for the 2016/17 Domestique 7 Peaks Ride
We hope to see you in Marysville on Sunday November 13 as we kick-start 7 Peaks Ride season with the climb to the Lake Mountain Alpine Resort. Riders of all abilities are welcome to attend this free, community event. Join us! Read more “Join us for the 2016/17 Domestique 7 Peaks Ride”
DD16: The 2016 Melbourne Dirty Dozen
DD16 was the fifth edition of the Melbourne Dirty Dozen, a recreational cycling event in which riders pit themselves against a baker's dozen of short but steep climbs. For this year's edition we returned to Warburton for what was arguably the hardest edition yet, not least because of constant rain throughout the day. Read more “DD16: The 2016 Melbourne Dirty Dozen”
Ol' Dirty 2016
The fifth edition of Hells 500's Ol' Dirty took us into the Cathedral Ranges near Marysville for a day of steep climbs, rough roads, and yet another memorable lunch stop. Read more “Ol' Dirty 2016”
The Redback: Mountain bike racing in Alice Springs
The Redback is a four-day, six-stage mountain bike race in the central Australian town of Alice Springs. I went into the race thoroughly unprepared – in terms of my equipment and my training – but still managed to have a terrific time. Here's how my race unfolded. Read more “The Redback: Mountain bike racing in Alice Springs”