MOUNTAIN BIKES

Mountain bike riders on the Central Coast are fortunate to have so many great areas to ride so close to Gosford and Wyong shires.

In addition to areas of the Woy Woy Peninsula and bush tracks around the Charmhaven and Warnervale areas which are great for getting off-road, the Central Coast also boasts the Ourimbah State Forest which is the home of the Central Coast Ourimbah Mountain Bike Club. Throughout the year the club hosts regular race meets for both cross-country and downhill. If you just want to take to the course for training or for fitness, the track is open to riders from all over the Central Coast as well as Sydney and Newcastle at any time except for club race days. If you want to experience the thrills and exhilaration of competitive mountain biking, come and get the edge with us.

The Edge Cycles is also the Central Coast's Endurance Race Specialists. These are cross-country events that are great for either social riders or serious racers, and can stretch out over 8, 12, or even 24 hours. If you're interested in this relay team sport that can test your endurance, your fitness and your willpower, come in and talk to us. Our team 'Scott The Edge' recently took out the N-Zo 12 Hour Sydney race, so we know what we're talking about.

And keep an eye out for adventure racing, which is like a triathlon for rugged individuals. As well as mountain biking, these races can also include running, swimming, kayaking and even inline skating. Two are held every year at Umina, and are run by Aroc Sport, so if you're after a unique challenge get a team together and get into it!