RIDE THE DOWNS 2026

As we approach the next instalment of Rotary Ride the Range, now called Ride the Downs, we will be contacting all registered riders via email with important event information including safety briefings, on the day information and registration pick-up details.

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🗓 Date: Friday, 23-25 October 2026
📍 Start Location: Brymaroo Rodeo & Campdraft Grounds
⏰ Arrival Time: 2:00pm

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Free COFFEE will be available from 6am each day.

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SAFETY BRIEFING:

If you are riding on the weekend, please ensure you have watched our safety briefing HERE.

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Ride Start Times:

Please arrive early to allow time to find your ride group, grab a coffee if you wish and prepare for the start. The below times are approximate and can change slightly due to weather or direction from authorities. Any major changes will be communicated via email.

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3:50pm Fri - SUNSET RIDE departure

8:15am Sat - THE 77KM CHALLENGE departure

8:25am Sat - THE 50 EXPLORER departure

8:45am Sat - THE FAMILY 32 departure

7:30am Sun - THE 55 ADVENTURE departure

7:40am Sun - THE FAMILY 36 departure

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Parking

Parking is just inside the entry to the Brymaroo Rodeo & Campdraft grounds and is of course free. Entry is off Brymaroo Irvingdale Rd. Please follow the direction of our parking marshalls at all times. 

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🎟 Registration & Jersey Collection

• Pick up your cycling bibs and jerseys (if ordered before the cut-off) on Friday 23 October at The Registration Tent.

• Registration collection on Saturday is available from 7:30am

• Sunday: If you haven’t collected your bib on Saturday, visit the registration tent from 7am to collect yours. 

 

🚴 On the Course – Support & Safety

• Support Vehicles: Available on all routes to assist riders if needed

• Volunteers & Signage: Positioned throughout the course to guide and support you

• Rest Stops: World-class facilities with water, sustenance, toilets, and friendly volunteers

 

🏁 Saturday Bush Dance

After conquering your ride, celebrate at our Bush Dance with a spit roast, drinks from the bar, and great company!

Sit around the campfire with your family or dance your heart away to the music of Band O'Cootes.

 

📧 Stay Updated

Keep an eye on your inbox (and check your junk folder!) for final updates, including safety briefings and last-minute details.

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​As always, we pride ourselves on being a fully supported ride. SAG Wagons will be on the course and rest stops are positioned along each course as required. Please bring along a gold coin donation to help us support the brilliant schools that volunteer their services on the day with delicious home baked goods and fantastic rest stop service.

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Please be sure to check your email's junk folder.​​