DORC - Darwin Off Road Cyclists

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Monsoon Madness 2026

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2026 Monsoon Madness event

Monsoon Madness

Our last event for 2026!

It’s going to be hot! It’s going to be humid! It’s going to be hard!

We’ve chosen a new course for this year’s finale – Spokes Trail. With plenty of ups and downs, you’ll need to get a good head of steam going to carry your momentum through the climbs and fly down the descents – and then manage the steamy weather. Due to the Spokes techy trails, we recommend Intermediate or above riders only. The Meet/Start point is at the end of the cul-de-sac behind the Palmerston hospital. Hang a right straight after the hospital on Linco Rd, and you are there. This year’s event requires a short and sharp 90 minutes of pedalling – starting at 7.30am and finishing by 9.00am. After the event, all are welcome to meet up at Wicked NRG, Yarrawonga to refresh and trade bragging rights.

Thanks to all our sponsors and to all that participated in trail maintenance & development behind a shovel, rake and or spray unit to assist in keeping the community safe throughout the year.

When: Sunday 15th November 7.30am
Plate Collection:  From 7.00am
Where: Spokes Trails, behind Palmerston Hospital
Difficulty: Intermediate +
Palmerston Hosp map

Race Categories

  • Male
  • Female
  • Junior (14-18 only)
  • Teams (male, female, mixed)
  • eBikes (legal)
Entry Fees

DORC/AusCycling members with Race level membership: $11.50 Race entry fee

NON-DORC members/DORC members with non-Race level memberships: $44 + Entry Fee (covers Day license/insurance + Race entry fee)

Consider DORC/AusCycling membership before the race! Check out the details and benefits.

Regulations and Rules

Riders should carry puncture repair kits, water, mobile phone (with first aid numbers) and food with them whilst riding. Helmet must be worn at all times whilst riding. It is also advisable to have gloves and eye protection as well. At any time a competitor comes across a fellow rider needing assistance you shall render any assistance needed. As we will be riding in a public area, care must be taken to avoid any collisions with walkers, casual riders etc also possibly using the trails.

Cut Off

The race director reserves the right to close the course prior to the 1.5 hour cut off mark if it’s getting too hot, or other safety reasons. If you choose to finish before the race cut-off, please notify race control.

Registration will close Saturday 14th November at midday.

Register now

For an Auscycling Day License follow this link: https://auscycling.tidyhq.com/public/membership_levels/d3f211f03006

Auscycling Race Membership and Day Licences will need to be shown at the Race Plate collection