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Barkbusters BLITZ #6

Updated: Aug 28, 2020



Entries are open for BLITZ #6 in the 2020 Barkbusters series of navigation rides.

2 Day Navigation event.

All makes of bikes welcome, awards and prizes based on timing and accuracy of day one.


Laughter and pink tutu's possible for lack of either !


 

The BLITZ rides are designed to suit everyone and perfect if you're just getting a taste of adventure riding or learning navigation skills, experienced riders will enjoy getting out for a blast too.


The planned routes are scenic and easy to navigate whilst offering a whole heap of fun and there's always something thrown in for a challenge.


Just follow the loaded tracks and hit selected checkpoints to be eligible for prizes and a series trophy.


Each course also passes listed motocaches, so as a NAVIG8 subscriber you can claim these along the way and also add the kms to the Kruncher challenge.



Details for this ride.

Saturday

Start: 8:00am, Sat 24th Oct, please arrive by 7:30am.

Location: S&P Motors, Bowral NSW.

Briefing: 7:30am

Lunch: Lunch stop is at a cafe, or you can bring your own.

Finish: Kiama, NSW.

Dinner and prizes: 7pm, Penny Whistlers, 5/31 Shoalhaven St, Kiama NSW 2533

Location and plans for dinner are subject to change.



Sunday

Start: 8:00am, Sun 24th Oct.

Location: Kiama, NSW.

Briefing: Details will be provided the night before.

Lunch: Taralga, NSW.

Finish: Mittagong, approx 3pm.


Distance: approx 600kms.

Difficulty: 2.5, see grading.

Fuel: You'll need a range of 250km


Registration.

Current NAVIG8 subscriber $85.00


Non-subscriber $115.00

If you're not a current NAVIG8 plan holder, you can subscribe here first, then register at the discounted rate.


BLITZ Rides are limited, book your spot now!


Includes:

Comprehensive GPS files for your GPS or navigation app of pre-ridden routes, on ride hints and tips to help with using your GPS or app, support riders and 4WD Backup.


Prizes and series trophies.


Options: When purchasing your tickets, you can add any available options such as, RideLite luggage transport and catered meals.


Other costs: you pay for your own fuel, meals and accomodation.


Final instructions: Updates and track files will be emailed 3 days prior to event date, other final instructions will be provided during the morning briefing.


Accomodation:

Friday night.

Accommodation is available close by in Moss Vale. (Budget friendly)

Argyle Hotel | 02 48 68 1721 | Website


Here is a link to booking.com for Moss Vale.

Here is a link to booking.com for Bowral.

Saturday Night.

The Sebel Harbourside.

31 Shoalhaven Street | 02 4230 7500 | Website


Kiama Harbour Cabins.

Blowhole Point Rd | 02 4232 2707 | Website


Sunday Night.

Most riders will make their way home after the finish at Mittagong so we haven't listed any accom here.


Suitable for all bikes from a Grom to a GS, leaving out the hardcore enduro loops in favour of 50/50 offroad Adv roads and trails.

But.....there's always something for a challenge.

We recommend you carry a spot tracker or PLB, if you don't have one, please ride with someone that does.


See other recommendations here.


If you'd like any extra information on bike prep, setups, what to take with you or other general information, contact us any time.


Hit GO on your next adventure

BLITZ Rides are limited, book your spot now!



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Updates for this ride shown below.

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