JETBLACK 24 HOUR

Location: NSW
Date: Saturday, November 30, 2024

Welcome to the legendary JetBlack 24 Hour, one of Australia's most iconic endurance mountain bike races taking place in the picturesque Seven Valleys. This "must-do" event for any mountain biking enthusiast offers a perfect blend of challenging trails, incredible camaraderie, and the unforgettable experience of racing around the clock through the magnificent Lidsdale State Forest.

Since 2009, the JetBlack 24 has built a reputation as the premier endurance MTB event in Australia, with a dedicated community of riders returning year after year. Whether you're tackling the full 24-hour challenge solo, sharing the effort in teams, or opting for the popular 6+6 format with an overnight break, the event delivers cross-country racing at its best for riders of all abilities.

Date: Dates for 2026 to be confirmed

Location: High Street, Rydal NSW 2790

Start Time: 12:00 PM Saturday

Event Type: 24-hour mountain bike endurance race

Distance Options:

  • 24 Hour Solo Competition
  • 24 Hour Team Relay Race
  • 6+6 Hour Solo with 6 hours Saturday + 6 hours Sunday
  • 6+6 Hour Team Race with 6 hours Saturday + 6 hours Sunday

Elevation: Approximately 45m per 10km lap

The 2026 course hasn't been released yet.

24 Hour Solo: $160

24 Hour Teams:

  • Adult: $125 per person
  • Junior (18 or under): $65 per person

Team 6 Open:

  • Adult: $100 per person
  • Junior: $60 per person

6+6 Hour Solo: $115

6+6 Hour Teams:

  • Adult: $110 per person
  • Junior: $60 per person

Registration includes: Event entry, timing, campsite access, and amenities.

Registration closes Thursday, November 27 at 9:00 PM

24 Hour Solo: Male/Female (Under 23, 23-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+)

24 Hour Teams: Male/Female/Mixed in teams of 2, 3, or 4

Team 6 Open: Not divided by age or gender

6+6 Hour Solo: Male/Female (age categories as above)

6+6 Hour Teams: Male/Female/Mixed in teams of 2, 3, or 4

JetBlack 24 Minute Kids Race: Free entry, sign up on Saturday afternoon

Dedicated camping areas by category

Toilet and shower facilitiesLight recharging station

Coffee service by Daily Espresso

Catering by Caje Kitchen (pre-order available)

Water stations

Resident DJ Mista Nige providing entertainment

Free kids activities at the event center

Event Organiser: Rocky Trail Entertainment

Website: rockytrailentertainment.com/jetblack-24

Email: ride@rockytrailentertainment.com

By Car:

  • From Sydney: 2.5 hours via Great Western Highway (154 km)
  • From Bathurst: 1 hour via Great Western Highway (64 km)
  • From Blue Mountains: 45 minutes from Katoomba via Great Western Highway

By Train:

  • Regular services from Sydney to Lithgow Station
  • Limited services from Lithgow to Rydal Station
  • Event venue is a short drive from Rydal station

Nearest Airports:

  • Sydney Airport (160 km)
  • Bathurst Airport (75 km)

Make the JetBlack 24 Hour your ultimate mountain biking getaway in the Seven Valleys region, combining epic racing with exploring this diverse and beautiful part of NSW.

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