Date: Thursday-Saturday, May 17-20, 2026

Location: Far West NSW (Parkes to Forbes)

Event Type: Multi-day charity road cycling event

Distance: 380km+ over three days

Setting off on Sunday 17th May, the Ride will cover over 380km through NSW’s far west regions.
Day One – Starting in Parkes, riding through Manildra and Molong, before returning to Parkes (approx. 150km)
Day Two – Starting in Parkes and riding to Trundle, before heading to Forbes (approx. 130km)
Day Three – Starting in Forbes, heading to Eugowra and finishing in Forbes (approx. 120km)

Entry Fee: $1,950 per rider Includes:

• Official rider kit
• Accommodation (May 14-17)
• All meals
• Full logistical support
• Safety and medical coverage

Fundraising Requirement: Minimum $4,000 per rider

Entry Requirements

• Maintain 25km/h minimum average speed
• Road/race bikes only (no e-bikes or mountain bikes)
• Current AusCycling membership required (available from $9/month)
• Good base fitness level with training commitment
• Fundraising dedication

• Multiple rest stops daily with morning tea and lunch breaks
• Support vehicles at front and rear of each group
• Medical support throughout
• Mechanical assistance
• Uplift options available if needed
• Training support through Entoure and free training plans
• Fundraising guidance and support

• Event organiser: Royal Far West
• Email: events@royalfarwest.org
• Website: rideforcountrykids.com.au

• Parkes is 5 hours from Sydney via Great Western and Mid-Western Highways.
  Regional Express Airlines (Rex) offers direct flights from Sydney from $169.
  Regional train services is available, but takes more than six hours and only runs about twice a week.

Make your outback cycling journey complete by exploring these iconic NSW destinations before and after your ride.

Parkes:

• The Dish – CSIRO Parkes Radio Telescope – Iconic 64 m radio telescope made famous by The Dish movie.
• Henry Parkes Centre – Four museums under one roof, including the Elvis, Motor, and Antique Machinery displays.
• Parkes Aviation Museum – Vintage aircraft and memorabilia at the regional airport.
• Goobang National Park – Bushwalking, birdwatching, and scenic lookouts 30 minutes from town.

Forbes:

• Lake Forbes and Ski Dam Precinct – Riverside cycling and walking path with picnic areas.
• McFeeters Motor Museum – Award-winning display of beautifully restored classic cars.
• Forbes Historical Museum – Gold-rush artefacts and local heritage collections.