The Buxton Boot Camp is back, well sort of. Now part of Big Hill Events brand new 2 day event THE WEEKENDER, this event takes on a whole new vibe, and why not.
This event is Mens Only Solo 3hr race (Women please see Bella Buxton for the all women’s event that day) and Mens and Mixed teams racing on a new short course format.
Live music for the whole event plus DJ into the night with Bar and camping available over night. Why go anywhere, there is still the Hux at Bux to race on Sunday
The course for solo is roughly 12-14k of fast flowing singletrack deep in the beautiful forest in Buxton. If you haven’t ridden here before, then you’re missing out and this event will be your chance in this format!
Teams get to smash it out on a 5km course where you are not allowed to do more than 1 lap in a row. So get your tactics and team mates right.
So you think you are the best descender in the field, well prove it. Hux at Bux which is on the Sunday after Bella Buxton and Buxton Boot Camp is a 3 stage FlowDuro. Eeach stage is between 1 and 2km in length of mostly descending on the brilliant flowing single tracks of Buxton.
We wont be using the Cathedral trail so NO full face helmets are needed. Its about flow and skill.
Suitable for anything from a hardtail to a 150mm travel bike. Choose your weapon!
Each stage finishes at the race village giving you a chance to eat, drink and chat with your mates about your run before heading back off into the trails to reach the start of the next stage.
For more info head to the event page.
Velo de Buxton
In July 2012 we made a promo video for the Buxton MTB Park – 12k loops of pure mountain bike tailored single track – Check the video out here
3 Hour Under 19
3 Hour 20-39
3 Hour 40+
3 Hour 50+
3 Hour E-Bike
Junior Under 19 Boys/Mixed Team
Open (any age) Men/Mixed Team
40+ Men/Mixed Team
50+ Men/Mixed Team
Note: All members of a team must be of that age bracket. IE all over 50 years of age on event day for 50+
Note: To be eligible of a junior category you must be under the age of 19 on the day of the race.
E-Bikes must but as per Australian Standards and limited to motor assistance to max speed of 25km/h
Scrutineering of bikes both before and after will be done.
E-Bikes can change batteries mid race
MTBA advises event organisers to limit course distances undertaken by juniors for health reasons. Big Hill Events staff encourages junior men and junior women to enter team options.
Big Hill Events reserve the right to deny race entry.
Insurance
This race is a Mountain Bike Australia (MTBA) event. All riders must be either a racing member of a MTBA affiliate club or purchase a MTBA Day License for the event.
If you wish to become a racing member of a MTBA affiliated club, there are many clubs to choose from. To find a club visit MTBA’s website. There are many benefits to being an MTBA member so please support the club scene!
www.mtba.asn.au
MTBA Day Licenses can be purchased through the on-line registration process at a cost of $36 MTBA licenses (or MTBA Day Licences) must be presented at registration. Failure to do so will require you to purchase a MTBA Day License at the event. We reccomend if this is your first event to sign up for the MTBA 8 week free trail.
Buxton Bootcamp Race Rules:
Registration
All riders must attend a registration session to show their MTBA license and collect their race number.
Saturday Rego time – 10am to 3:45pm
Don’t forget your MTBA License!!!
As this is a MTBA race, it is compulsory for all riders to hold a MTBA license (or MTBA day license). We are unable to provide you with your race number without a valid license. If you do not present your MTBA license card or MTBA day license at registration you must purchase a MTBA day license.
All riders who purchase a day license accept the terms and conditions of MTBA and Big Hill Events.
Prizes
Each category will be awarded to 1st 2nd and 3rd with the amazing Big Hill Events prize bags.
Camping
Camping will be available on Saturday 30th November ONLY – strictly no camping any other time at the Buxton MTB Park.
Alternatively we recommend having a look at the accommodation options in Buxton and Marsyville
There are two courses at Buxton Bootcamp. The Long course for Solo only and then the Short Course for the teams category. See the links below for all the details
Long Course – Solo only –> LINK TO LONG COURSE <—
14.3 KMS 350 METERS ASCENT
Short Course – Teams only –> LINK TO SHORT COURSE <–
4.5 KMS 110 METERS ASCENT
Mill Creek Road, Buxton, 3711
From Melbourne it’s roughly a 1 and a half hour drive to Buxton.
The area around Buxton is certainly worth checking out – For more info check out the Marysville Tourism website here
There are plenty of accomodation options in the area, which allow for riders and family to come and visit for the weekend.
For a full list of accommodation options, please visit the Marysville Accommodation page.
Camp Marysville offers shared cabins for the Buxton Boot Camp. Each cabin sleeps four and has two bedrooms, each with twin single beds, and bathroom.
To book, go to the Visit Yarra Valley page and scroll down to the special offer for the Buxton Bash!
Or you can call the friendly staff from the Marysville Visitor Information Centre:
Address: Visitor Informaiton Centre, Lot 5 Murchison St, Marysville, 3779
Phone: 03 5963 4567
Email: info@marysvilletourism.com