Bay of Fires 42km Epic Adventure

Bay of Fires Epic 42km Adventure

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Ride from the top of the scenic Blue Tier all the way to the pristine white sands and crystal clear turquoise waters of the Bay of fires where we will be waiting for you.  

Spanning approximately 42 kilometres this will be an epic journey from the mountain tops to the sea  through changing environments from alpine forests to coastal heath. It won’t be easy, but it will reward you with never-ending roller-coaster descents, jaw-dropping scenery, waterfalls, creeks and boulders, this trail offers an immersive Tasmania environment experience. 

• Total ride distance:42km
• Fitness level: Moderate to High
• Skill level: Intermediate to Advanced

Itinerary

• Meet your MADMTB crew at the Derby trailhead
• Shuttle to the Bay of Fires trail head, approx 1hr drive time
• Briefing on trail conditions and safety procedures.
  Ride to the half-way point where we meet you for lunch
• Ride the remaining 22kn to Swimcart beach where we will be waiting to meet you at the end of your ride
• Return transfer to Derby arriving back apporx 4pm.

Lunch - Bring a packed lunch (there are no cafe's or pubs along the trail) we have an esky to keep your lunch fresh and extra water on the bus. We suggest bringing a towel and change of clothes for after the ride

Important info - what to expect:

This adventure ride is for experienced mountain bikers only. You need to be well prepared, fit and able to ride blue intermediate trails. You will be riding through remote Tasmanian wilderness with limited phone reception and access should you have an injury. Please call the Dawn 0430 375 746 or Richard 0437 323 607 for any questions regarding these trails. 

You can experience a full range of weather conditions on this ride. We recommend bringing the following items:

• A light rain jacket
• Essential bike spares and spare tyre tubes
• First Aid Kits (including space blanket and compression bandages)
• Water (minimum 3 litres) - there is no drinking water on the trails
• Snacks - in case you need an energy burst or the ride takes longer than you expected
• GPS satellite tracking devices such as Emergency Plus Phone App, Strava, Garmin etc
• Bikes need to be well maintained. There are no shortcuts out, so if you can't fix something, you are pushing your bike out

Remember you can never be too prepared!

RIDE PROFILE

The first 13kms is one of the best flow descents in Blue Derby. The trail starts with an undulating climb taking in magnificent views to St Helens and the Bay of Fires.  The first flowy descent is tight and fast through wet eucalypt forest with big man ferns.  Section two starts with a 1.5km pedal through Giant Ash forest and then the fun begins! The trail descends into a steep, flowy berm filled rollercoaster before opening up for a fast 1km ride through dry eucalypt forest to Post 13. 

Continue on the Bay of Fires trail for another 7kms of forestry roads – an opportunity to rest your brain and shake out your hands – as you leave the myrtle and transition to coastal forests.

The final 22km of the Bay of Fires trail begins with 5km of undulating forestry road before going into a masterpiece of single track ascent. The trail weaves its way through a playground of granite monolith boulders with views of the coast. The final 7km is a stunning flowing descent to Swimcart Beach at the famous Bay of Fires.