Friday 19 April 2024
Join us for this is a unique experience riding guided by your own light (and possibly the moon) following the Marathon Course along the O’Keefe Rail Trail from Axedale to Heathcote.
Dress up for your chance to WIN! Prizes for Best Outfit, Best Lit Bike, and our Encouragement Award.
Event Details
| DATE | Friday 19th April 2024 |
| DISTANCES | Axedale to Heathcote: 27km |
| COURSE MAPS | Axedale to Heathcote |
| AGE RESTRICTIONS | Riders must be at least 11 years or older to participate in our night ride events. We do ask that parents consider the suitability of the distances for their child, including fitness levels, general bike riding confidence and willingness to follow instructions. We strongly discourage children under the age of 16 entering the Bendigo to Heathcote leg unless they are a very confident cyclist. |
| REWARDS | Finisher Medal, first aid and medical support. Finish line sausage sizzle and complimentary soft drink or water. |
| PRIZES | 'Best Outfit', 'Best Lit Bike' & 'Encouragement Award' |
| START LOCATIONS | Axedale: Axedale Public Park, McIvor Hwy &, Mitchell St, Axedale VIC 3551 |
| (Axedale - Google Map) | |
| FINISH LOCATION | Palling Bros Brewery, 168 High St, Heathcote VIC 3523 |
| (Google Map) | |
| CHECK-IN OPENS: | Axedale: 5:45 pm |
| BRIEFING | Axedale: 6:20 pm |
| START TIME | Axedale: 6:30pm |
| CUT OFF TIME | 9:30pm at Heathcote |
| ENTRY FEES | Online: $30.00 On The Night: $40.00 |
| THE FINE PRINT | Please review our Terms and Conditions here > |
| * Entries include GST and Registration Fees. |
Frequently asked questions
What do I need to bring with me to participate in the cycling events?
You’ll need to bring your own road legal bicycle, helmet, lights, water and comfortable clothing.
Lights
At least one red rear light is mandatory on all bikes.
Pre-ride checks will be conducted by the Ride Coordination team to ensure bikes have lights and working brakes.
Are the cycling events ‘races’?
No. Our cycling events are simply recreational, social rides aimed to encourage people and their families to enjoy the O’Keefe Rail Trail and it’s surrounds. No event timing will be provided and no prizes for first, second or third will be awarded.
Getting Back – D.I.Y
Unfortunately, we are no longer able to provide bus or car transport from Heathcote back to Axedale or Bendigo.
Participants are required to arrange their own transport.
Water
There will be water fountains to fill drink bottles available at the start area, but no water will be provided on the course on the Axedale to Heathcote leg.
Riders are expected to carry their own water on course.
What’s included in the entry fee?
You’re entry fee helps to cover your Finisher Medal, first aid and medical support on course, a ‘sag wagon’ if you need to be collected, marshals, signage, permits and insurance – PLUS the awesome sausage sizzle and free entertainment at Palling Bros Brewery at the finish area. Any remaining funds are donated to our charity partner: the Heathcote Dementia Alliance.
What happens at the finish line?
You’ll be checked in, enjoy an awesome sausage sizzle, a complimentary soft drink or water and free entertainment at Palling Bros Brewery at the finish area.
We’ll also present our prizes for Best Outfit, Best Lit Bike, and our Encouragement Award to those outstanding humans who are just ace!
The prizes are bike shop vouchers to local bike shops.
What is the age limit for the ride?
Riders must be at least 12 years or older to participate in our night ride events.
We do ask that parents consider the suitability of the distances for their child, including fitness levels, general bike riding confidence and willingness to follow instructions.
We strongly discourage children under the age of 16 entering the Bendigo to Heathcote leg unless they are a very confident cyclist.
Course Map
Axedale to Heathcote