CYCLING AT ITS BEST
Spend a weekend in Snowy Valleys, NSW, 26-27 September 2026. A full weekend of rides of varying distance and challenges, plus a program of cycling-related events and activities.
Based in picturesque Adelong with rides taking in the surrounding hills and valleys, and the towns of Tumut, Tumbarumba and Batlow.
Ride routes vary, depending on the kind of challenge you are looking for - 20km, 45km, 72km, 117km, or 160km.
NEW THIS YEAR:
- 44km gravel route with 1,000m of climbing
- 205km road route with over 3,000m of climbing
ROTARY IS A TRUSTED CHARITY:
Funds from the event are applied to Rotary's program of community support for youth development, local charitable organisations, health, and many community service programs.
Registration fees
Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.
44Km Gravel Ride
A reasonable level of fitness and experience on loose gravel surfaces are required for this ride. Gravel or Mountain Bike recommended - some of the gravel sections have course, loose gravel surfaces combined with gradients. Amazing scenery across private cattle country and state forests. Two long and challenging descents - one on gravel, the other on the tarmac return towards Adelong. Out on Wondalga Road, then onto the gravel loop, then return via Wondalga Road to Adelong Just over 1,000 metres of climbing Most challenging climb is 3km at 7.2%, then a scenic and challenging descent of 7.5km 56% unpaved 100% joyous scenery
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Register for 44Km Gravel RideA$50.00Jul 3 - Sept 25
20Km Adults and Kids
Beginners course, as flat as we can make it in Adelong. It’s not flat, but the hills are not killers either. Biggest hill is 6% back into Adelong For the rider who only wants a short ride with a challenge. 16-year-old and under children must be accompanied by an adult. Grades are up to 6%
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Register for 20Km Adults and KidsA$10.00Jul 3 - Sept 25
45Km Adelong to Tumblong & Return
Beginner/ intermediate route out and back course, undulating terrain following the Adelong Creek to Tumblong. Short hills, with biggest hill 6% gradient. 3-hour time target. Grades are up to 6%
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Register for 45Km Adelong to Tumblong & ReturnA$50.00Jul 3 - Sept 25
72Km Adelong to Bago Loop
A reasonable level of fitness is required as this course has 1378 m of climbing, with a short 12% section. It also has a wonderful descent back to Wondalga. A medium level challenge. 1380 meters of climbing Grades are up to 12% most 6% to 8% Water and nutrition [apple pie] available at Batlow and Bago/ Link Rd checkpoints.
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Register for 72Km Adelong to Bago LoopA$90.00Jul 3 - Sept 25
117Km - Combines 45Km + 72Km
Adelong to Tumblong and return to Adelong then onto Wondalga, Batlow, Bago, Link Rd (Greenhills Access Rd & Broadleaf Park Rd), Wondalga, and back to Adelong Maximum 8-hour time ride time. A higher level of fitness is required. It also has a wonderful descent back to Wondalga. A higher level challenge. 1700 meters of climbing Grades are up to 12% most 6% to 8% Water and nutrition available at Tumblong, Batlow, Bago, Adelong
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Register for 117Km - Combines 45Km + 72KmA$125.00Jul 3 - Sept 25
160Km - Adelong, Rosewood, Tumbarumba, Adelong
This is a challenging course with 2700 meters of climbing. The 160 km event uses the same basic course as the popular 72km event with an added loop into Rosewood then onto NSW “First Rail Trail” to Tumbarumba. The Rail trail is tarred and is a nice ride with gentle gradient’s peaking at 3.5%. The 160km is a good challenge for the strong, fit riders
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Register for 160Km - Adelong, Rosewood, Tumbarumba, AdelongA$160.00Jul 3 - Sept 25
205Km - combination of 45Km + 160Km
The first 45km section is undulating terrain following the Adelong Creek to Tumblong and return to Adelong. Short hills, maximum 6%. This will suit the sprinters and may lead riders into a false sense of security for the hills ahead. The real climbing begins now as riders follow the smooth-surfaced ascent to Batlow, Rosewood, then onto the rail trail to Tumbarumba, then back onto fast roads and spectacular scenery to Batlow and the technical descent down Greenhills Access Road for the return to Adelong. There are two loops on this ride to provide variety of roads, smooth ascents, exciting technical descents, and fabulous views.
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Register for 205Km - combination of 45Km + 160KmA$170.00Jul 3 - Sept 25
Contact information
- Event contact
- Ian Ritchie
- Phone
- 0400 722 751
- Website
- Visit website