Back in 2026 in reverse .Welcome to the Grainy Cow Ultra , a 639 k ride through the dairy and grain farmlands with a smattering of different forests. From wide, sweeping gravel roads through to skinny farmland limestone roads, this relatively short adventure encompasses some of the best the region has to offer including: Unsealed farmland tracks, a section of the 10th Light Horse bridal trail, Arklow Forrest near Collie, Collie Darkan rail trail in full, eastern sections of the Dryandra Woodland, the Lol Gray State Forest East to West through Wandoo National Park, and a favourite of many locals the Mundaring State Forest Ride.
Make it a time trial to see what you are capable of, or slow down and enjoy the scenery on a multi- day adventure with the aim of finishing, the choice is yours. There is one short sandy section of 1.2km that may not be rideable on the day depending on road conditions, your tyre choice and rainfall in the leadup. If so, enjoy the short walk. Busy highways, technical single track and poorly maintained firebreaks have been avoided where possible, to allow 45mm wide gravel tyres to shine. Distances between towns are not too significant and the overall length is a challenge but achievable.
Introducing a 300 k short course ,this new course shares first 130 k to Beverley before heading north. Overnight in York @ 180 k or ride straight through ?
2 departure times ; 11/9 or 12/9 @ 0600.
639 or 300 k sealed and gravel roads , not technical
Free entry . Only cost is registration with MAProgress , $40.
Elected Director | Off Road
Tim has been in senior leadership and strategic development roles for more than 20 years and is currently a project risk consultant, and a part time academic at Edith Cowan University.
He is a past Director of Executive Education in the School of Business and Law at Edith Cowan University and Assistant Commissioner and General Manager in the public service. He is an Accountant (FCPA) and previously sat on the Divisional Council of CPA Australia. Tim has been involved in racing mountain bikes, BMX and triathlon for many years, both as a father of two children who race and as a past and current bike racer.
Independent Director
Helen is a Town of Cottesloe councillor and is the current Chair of WestCycle’s Transport Advisory Group.
A medical doctor, Helen is a strong active transport advocate with a focus on health outcomes and social well-being.
