20km | The Merino

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Big Mackenzie views, beautiful high-country riding and an achievable adventure for everyone.

Starting and finishing at our new Race Village at Glenmore Station, The Merino is a 20km loop designed for riders who want to experience the magic of The Mackenzie by Devold without taking on one of the longer distances.

From the start, riders make their way up through Glenmore Station on 4WD farm tracks, gradually opening up some incredible views towards the Cass Valley and surrounding mountains. Take a moment to look up - the scenery through here is pretty hard to beat.

You'll head down the Joseph Creek track before making your way into Glenmore's beautiful tarn country. The landscape changes again as you weave your way around the tarns, through open high-country farmland and eventually alongside the shores of Lake Alexandrina.

And because no Mackenzie ride would be complete without one, you'll find one of our epic café-style aid stations waiting for you along the way. Stop, refuel, take in the surroundings and enjoy some of that #legendarymackenzie hospitality before continuing towards the finish.

From Lake Alexandrina, it's back through the station and into the Race Village, where the finish line - and a great race-day atmosphere - will be waiting.

The Merino has been designed to be an achievable high-country adventure for everyone. You don't need the latest mountain bike, all the gear or loads of riding experience to be part of it. Dust off the bike in the shed, borrow one from a mate, or bring the trusty bike you've had for years - grab a bike and come and ride.

With a generous cut-off time, there's no pressure to race the clock. Take your time, enjoy the café-style aid station, soak up the scenery and experience what riding in the Mackenzie high country is all about.

20km. Private high-country access. Incredible scenery. No fancy gear required. Just grab a bike and come ride The Merino.

An Aid Stations is positioned for The Merino course at approximately the following points:

• 4.5km
• 12km (Fork Stream Café)

Aid Stations will be supplied with fresh water, Pure Sports Electrolyte Hydration, and lollies.

The 12km Aid Station is a café-style stop with tables and chairs looking out over the views. All food will be released closer to the time but expect a feast!

All food served on course at The Mackenzie is included in the price of your entry. 

Also included:

• Gluten Free options are available. 
• Period products are available.
• Toilets will be at every Aid Station. 

Please ensure you have at least 1.5l of water and are carrying enough food to sustain you throughout your ride. We will be able to supply top-ups at the Aid Stations but it is best you remain self-sufficient as much as possible.