New trails in Blue Derby - Hazy Days.

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Blue Derby, Tasmania, has long been renowned as a premier mountain biking destination, and the addition of the new trail, Hazy Days, has only enhanced its reputation. Hazy Days is a thrilling and exhilarating mountain bike trail that offers riders a unique and unforgettable experience in the heart of nature.

The trail begins at the picturesque Black Stump Trailhead and winds its way through the enchanting forests and rugged terrains of the region. Hazy Days is designed to cater to riders of all skill levels, making it accessible to both beginners and seasoned professionals. The trail offers a perfect blend of technical challenges and flowing sections, ensuring an exciting and diverse ride for everyone.

One of the standout features of Hazy Days is its stunning scenery. The trail takes full advantage of the natural landscape, creating a harmonious blend of adrenaline-pumping descents and serene, picturesque surroundings.

Hazy Days is meticulously crafted, with features such as berms, jumps, and easy features strategically placed along the trail to keep riders engaged and entertained. The trail's well-maintained surface ensures a smooth and enjoyable ride, allowing bikers to focus on the sheer joy of their mountain biking experience.

The addition of Hazy Days to the Blue Derby trail network has further solidified the region's status as a world-class mountain biking destination. With its stunning natural beauty, thrilling challenges, and accessible design, Hazy Days has quickly become a favorite among riders from around the world.

Whether you're seeking an adrenaline rush, a connection with nature, or simply a memorable outdoor adventure, Hazy Days delivers on all fronts. Strap on your helmet, get ready to conquer the trails, and immerse yourself in the exhilarating journey that is Hazy Days in Blue Derby, Tasmania.

To see more about easy trails in Derby visit our blog post on the Valley Pods Trail.

Blue Derby MTB Experience - link ups and suggested ride guide

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Blue Derby MTB Experience - link ups and suggested ride guide

The Derby MTB trail network is home to over 91km of dedicated cycling trails with something for everyone. You have arrived at your accommodation here at River Cabins Derby and the night before you pull out the trail map…
For first time guests it can be a bit daunting to put together a plan for where to ride so we have done some of the work for you by putting together some of our suggested trail link ups.

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Derby mountain bike shops, hire and MTB shuttle day tours

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Derby mountain bike shops, hire and MTB shuttle day tours

Derby is a mountain bike rider town, which means not only are there lots of great trails for riding but also options for buying and hiring bikes in town. In this post we give you an overview of the options for hiring a bike and booking a day trip or shuttle.

Put simply a shuttle is transport to the highest vehicle accessed part of any given trail. Depending on which trail you ride, the drop-off point will either be at the start of the trails down or you may have to ride up a bit more before you start doing the fun bit (descending).

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A journey around Derby - the influence of the humble fungi

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A journey around Derby - the influence of the humble fungi

Having just arrived in Derby, and with rain on the way, we were keen to get out on the trails to find our flow, the classic Kingswall loop was on the cards. There were 4 in our crew and we were riding at our own pace up the Stig Track, taking in the stunning surroundings. As we snaked our way up the hill, we made it into the damp and dark forest, when out of the corner of my eye I noticed something red...

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We’d just arrived in Derby, unpacked our bags and already the boys were chomping at the bit to get on the bikes and start the adventure. I’m not a mountain biker by any stretch of the imagination (I’d tagged along this holiday under the promise of a cosy fireplace and free-flowing wine) and the thought of climbing up the hill they were pointing out to me was filling me with fear….

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Blue Derby MTB trails - find your way to get riding in Derby

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Blue Derby MTB trails - find your way to get riding in Derby

Access to the Blue Derby trail network is straight forward from River Cabins Derby. The trailhead is a flat one/two minute ride from the cabins via the path opposite the driveway (turn right).

To get started and find your way around the network of trails here there is a large trail map on the way to the trailhead, near the bike wash. This shows not only individual trails with a colour rating and approx time to ride but also suggests some ways to link together combinations of trails to make a longer ride.

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