ROAD CYCLING
Tackle some of Australia's steepest and longest climbs and descents, gawk at unforgettable views, or just cruise the valley to the next coffee park-up. Welcome to Australia's premier road cycling destination.
CYCLING ETIQUETTE
- Follow the Victorian Road Rules.
- Always wear a helmet.
- Indicate when turning, stopping or changing lanes
- Be seen and use bicycle lights.
- Give way at lights, intersections and crossings in the same way you would driving a vehicle.
- Keep to the left of the road.
- Stay within 1.5m of each other when riding two abreast. Be considerate of vehicles on narrow roads.
- Be alert and don't ride fatigued.
- Secure mobiles in a holder or store away. By law, phones can't be held in your hand while cycling.
- Carry identification.
CYCLING EVENTS
Audax Alpine Classic - January
Choose from eight one-day rides between 60km and 320km or take 2-days to complete a 250km alpine loop.
Peaks Challenge - March
Bicycle Network Victoria’s SCODY 3 Peaks Challenge provides cyclists with one of the world’s toughest and most picturesque cycling challenges. This is one epic 235km circuit.
Tour of Bright - December
The Tour of Bright is held on the first weekend of December annually. With a capped number of riders, it’s important to enter the ballot early.
SAFETY
Eleven of our local cyclists teamed up with the Amy Gillet Foundation to share their experiences of safety on our roads. Hear their stories in 'Live, Drive, Ride like a local.'
Our road routes are like no other in Australia! Here are a few ride tips from our local Olympian to make sure you stay safe on our climbs and descents.
CYCLING SERVICES
Mt Beauty Transfers
Enjoy more time and less hassle exploring the tracks and trails of the High Country with a private hike or bike transfer from Mt Beauty Transfers. Relax in a comfortable vehicle as your local, experienced driver takes you to the…
Service Course Bicycle Studio
Located in the heart of Porepunkah, Service Course Bicycle Studio is a full-service bike shop supporting locals and visitors exploring Victoria’s High Country by bike. Close to Mount Buffalo’s climb, gravel roads, MTB trails and just meters from the Murray…
Rocky Valley Bikes and Snow Sports
The team’s aim is for everyone to improve their physical health through exploring the outdoors. Explore the beautiful Kiewa Valley and surrounds while cycling through Victoria’s High Country with Rocky Valley Bikes and Snow Sports. Challenge yourself in the Bike…
All Terrain Cycles – Bright
Located in the heart of Bright, All Terrain Cycles is only minutes from the mountain bike trails, rail trail and mountain road climbs. This premium store offers bike hire, tours, skills coaching, retail sales, local riding knowledge and expert advice.…
Cyclepath Bright
Cyclepath Bright is conveniently situated in the heart of Bright, Victoria. With ample parking and easy access to all the cycling trails, Cyclepath have all the solutions for your next cycling adventure. With the largest range of rental bikes in…
Australian Cycle Tours – Victoria
Australian Cycle Tours specialise in high quality self guided and guided cycling experiences in a selection of the most beautiful regions in Australia, including the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail and the Great Victorian Rail Trail. They are the people…
RideCraft MTB Skills Coaching
Based in the beautiful mountain bike Mecca of Bright, Victoria, with majestic Mystic Mountain Bike Park right on their doorstep, RideCraft MTB is a local family-owned and operated business, offering private and group mountain bike coaching and guided rides for…
Chainstays Bike Hire Delivery Bright
Chainstays deliver the best family electric bikes to your holiday accommodation. Offering electric and children’s hire bikes for families and groups in the Bright region of the Victorian High Country. Their aim is to help visitors enjoy the vibrant village…
Bright Electric Bikes
Cycle the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail in comfort and style on an electric bike. Bright Electric Bikes’ state of the art European designed and made electric bikes make cycling a dream. Best of all, they are road legal and…
EAT & DRINK
TASTE THE DIFFERENCE
We're a fussy lot. We like to craft everything ourselves; our coffee, our beer, our wine, bread and produce. It just tastes better.
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