VIC MTB CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES ROUNDS 5 & 6 YACKANDANDAH

Location: VIC
Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026

The Victorian MTB Championship Series returns from the summer break at one of the state's most celebrated trail networks. Yackandandah delivers Rounds 5 & 6 with a twist – Saturday's traditional XCO format followed by Sunday's After Party 30km race, showcasing the venue's fast-flowing singletrack, punchy climbs, and technical variety that's made these trails a Victorian favourite.

Thanks to the Yackandandah Mountain Bike Club's support, this weekend brings championship racing to North East Victoria's trail haven. Saturday follows the standard multi-lap XCO format across all categories, while Sunday's 30km race offers a different challenge with U13 riders tackling a specially designed short course.

With your best five results from eight rounds counting toward the championship, Yackandandah offers two critical opportunities to secure points before the State Championship finale at Buxton in February.

Dates: Saturday & Sunday, January 17-18, 2026

Location: Yackandandah MTB Park, Yackandandah, Victoria

Event Type: XCO racing (Saturday) + After Party 30km race (Sunday)

Series: Rounds 5 & 6 of 8 (best 5 results count)

Schedule Both Days:

  • Registration: 7:30-8:45 AM
  • Race Briefing: 8:40 AM
  • Start Group 1: 9:00 AM
  • Start Group 2: 10:45 AM
  • Group 1 Presentations: 11:05 AM
  • Group 2 Presentations: 1:00 PM

Yackandandah's mountain bike trails are some of the best in Victoria, packed with fast-flowing singletrack, punchy climbs, and plenty of fun. The venue's trail network offers the technical variety and quality that championship racing demands.

Pricing (per day):

  • Senior categories: $80
  • Junior categories (U19 and under): $65

Entries remain open until race day and can be completed online right up until registration closes.

What's Included:

  • AusCycling-sanctioned race entry (each day)
  • Electronic timing and live results
  • On-course support and marshalling
  • Free camping for the full weekend
  • Post-race presentations and prizes (both days)

Insurance Requirement:
All competitors must hold valid AusCycling insurance. If racing both days, purchase a 7-day event license ($74) rather than two 1-day licenses ($44 each). Present proof at registration.

Elite & Age Group (18-29):

  • Elite Men & Women (1h30-1h45 race time)
  • Under 30 Men & Women (1h00-1h15)

Masters Categories (30+):

  • Masters 1/2 Men & Women, ages 30-39 (1h15-1h30)
  • Masters 3/4 Men & Women, ages 40-49 (1h00-1h15)
  • Masters 5/6 Men & Women, ages 50-59 (0h45-1h00)
  • Masters 7+ Men & Women, ages 60+ (0h45-1h00)

Junior Categories:

  • U19 Men & Women (1h00-1h15)
  • U17 Men & Women (0h45-1h00)
  • U15 Men & Women (0h30-0h45)
  • U13 Men & Women (0h30-0h45)

E-Bike Categories:

  • E-Bike Open Men & Women (1h30-1h45)
  • E-Bike Recreational Men & Women (0h45-1h00)

Age calculated as at December 31, 2026, following UCI National Championship rules.

Electronic timing with live results

On-course marshals and signage

First aid and mechanical support

Water stations

Coffee and food vendors

Parking and toilet facilities

Post-race presentations (Group 1: 11:05 AM, Group 2: 1:00 PM)

Event Organiser: Big Hill Events

Email: info@bighillevents.com.au

Website: bighillevents.com.au

Instagram: @bighillevents

Facebook: facebook.com/bighillevents

By Car:

  • From Melbourne: 3 hours 15 minutes via M31 Hume Freeway (300 km)
  • From Albury/Wodonga: 45 minutes via Murray Valley Highway (50 km)
  • From Wangaratta: 40 minutes via Great Alpine Road/B500 (45 km)

By Air:

  • Albury Airport: 50 minutes drive
    • Regular services from Melbourne and Sydney

Explore historic Yackandandah and the surrounding High Country during your championship weekend.

Historic Yackandandah

  • Yackandandah township - Perfectly preserved gold rush architecture
  • Historic main street with galleries, antique shops, and cafes
  • National Trust-classified buildings

Food & Beverage

Cycling-Specific

Natural Attractions

  • Lake Hume (30 minutes) - Water activities and scenic drives
  • Beechworth Gorge (20 minutes) - Historic gold mining and granite formations
  • High Country scenic drives through pastoral landscapes

Family Activities

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