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Mt Stromlo in Canberra is the venue for the new Real Bike Insurance MTB Cruise. Part of the Canberra Festival 2010 (6-14 March), this off-road fun ride and race will be held on 6 March with distances of 10, 30, 50 and 80 kms (plus the 100-miler by invitation only)."We chose Mt Stromlo in Canberra for its variety in terms of mountain bike track lengths and difficulty, to suit all types of bike riders." said Martin Wisata, Managing Director of Rocky Trail Entertainment who are organising the event. "From highly experienced Competitive Racers to the enthusiastic Weekend Warriors. And Newbie Racers who have never participated in an organised cycling event before, don’t worry and give it a go."Basically, if you can ride a bike, you can ride the MTB Cruise. It will a fun and family-friendly cycling event where racers can set their goals themselves. The MTB Cruise is an off-road race on a combination of fire trails & single tracks and riders get to pick the distance - 10, 30, 50 or 80km - that will provide them with their personal challenge – and at the same time take the opportunity to ride alongside experienced racers and share the passion for the sport. "We have also added a 100 miler option," Martin told PushON. "Keen racers can contact us at cycle@rockytrailentertainment for an invite."You should take the Kids -- this is a family friendly event, with heaps of entertainment for the kids that will keep them busy and happy, including different kids races with exciting prizes and certificates. And the beginning of autumn should promise perfect riding conditions and beautiful surrounds in the Capital. With the Canberra Festival 2010 kicking off on the same day there will be heaps of activities for the family in the Capital – why not make a long weekend out of it?So, give in to your "Racing BUG“ and lock in the date: 6 March 2010! For more details go to http://www.realinsurance.com.au/Bike/MTB-Cruise-event.aspx or the Rocky Trail website for registration.
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