Almost 1000 mountain bikers will be pushing their pedals on the tracks in Dwellingup for the annual WA100 MTB Classic (formerly Dwellingup 100) this weekend.
Heading into the 10th anniversary of the event, the trail enthusiasts will test themselves against distances of 14, 42, 68 and the ultimate 104 kilometres, with the long run affectionately coined the “boomer.”
The Dwellingup trails – considered some of the best in the state – take riders through the picturesque scenery the town and its surrounds have to offer while testing their fitness.
Riders in the three largest distance groups will head out on loop one, with the first 10km of the ride consisting of open road sections with one steep climb designed to spread the field out before hitting the single track.
From there the track heads south for riders in the 68 and 104km groups, with a serious climb pushing riders to the limits.
Riders of the 104km Boomer can look forward to 2034 metres of climbing.
In a video released on the event’s Facebook page, organiser Tony Tucknott said the new format would bring about one of the best rides yet.
“We’ve been working on this for six months now. Really excited to still be able to bring it to you,” he said.
“It will be perfectly groomed, it will be smooth as silk.
“We need everyone entered and supporting this race.”
Riders will take off from the Dwellingup Football Oval on Saturday, 8am, with congregation starting around 6am.
To find out more about the event or to register as a competitor visit wa100mtb.com.au
Entries close midnight, Wednesday, August 15.