Come and discover the magic of Warburton’s gravel roads at the inaugural Warby Gravel Unravel. And if you already know how good the Warburton Gravel is, then come back and enjoy it!
This event has several timed segments throughout the day so whilst you can choose to test yourself in these sections, you also get to re-group with your crew and enjoy all the good times and great gravel. It’s all about the riding experience.
More details and entries coming soon!
Entries are open until 8:45 am Saturday.
RACE STARTS IN
REST STOPS
There will be water available at the finish of each of the timed segments and a feed zone with food, lollies at the following distances for each route.
- Noojee Return – 20km, 43km (Noojee) and 68km points.
- Starling Gap Loop – 20km
- Noojee One way – 20km
PRICING
- Noojee Return Back 99km | 2346hm | 4 timed segments – $120
- Starling Gap Loop 50km | 1075hm | 2 timed segments – $100
- Noojee One way 46km | 1111hm | 2 timed segment – $90
You can enter online right up to 15 minutes before the race starts. Don’t forget you DO NOT need an AusCycling membership to race with us.
COURSE OVERVIEW
Noojee Return Back 99km | 2346hm | 4 timed segments
Between Warburton and Noojee lies a stretch of Champagne Gravel winding through temperate rainforest. Apart from a short 1.5 km climb around the 15 km mark, the gradients are gentle for most of the ride. The views are stunning, and when you reach Noojee you can stop at the shops or, if you’re quick, grab a meal at the Noojee Pub. The return takes you up and over Starlings Gap before a fun descent along Smyths Creek Road. It’s a belter of a day.
Starling Gap Loop 51.1km | 1075hm | 2 timed segments
A favourite among local riders, this loop offers gentle gradients, smooth gravel and incredible scenery. There’s a short 1.5 km climb that’s a bit tougher (and timed, of course), but it’s well worth the effort for what follows.
Noojee One way 46.7km | 1111hm | 2 timed segment
Why come all the way back if you have a friend or loved one who wants to check out the famous Noojee?! Roll out along the Yarra River, adventure past Big Pats Creek, climb Lyrebird and crest the hill on Brahams Road. Then look out, Noojee — you’re rolling all the way there (well, mostly). You’ll need to be self-supported for the pickup, but what an adventure.
Using the link below, you can download the routes to your phone or head unit ahead of the race and you can also see when timing segments start and finish.
Parking
There is parking near the Mac Sparke Oval at the start line. Please ensure you abide by the local parking signs. Do not park across driveways and avoid parking on wet/soggy areas to avoid damage.
Presentations + Timing
Reception up in the hills can be a bit patchy, and some of our timing points won’t upload their timing reads until the last rider passes and we can move them to a stronger reception. So presentations for Saturday will be at 4 pm in the Alpine Hotel, allowing us to get all the data and crunch the numbers.
Volunteer
If you’re interested in volunteering with us, email info@bighillevents.com.au. All volunteers receive a free entry to any Big Hill Event, which can be transferred to another person.
