The Cairns to Karumba Bike Ride in the outback covers a diverse range of climates and terrain. Read on to find out about this great event!
Event History
The Coast to Coast Bike Ride began through the Cairns School of Distance Education P&C Association in 1996/97 to initially address the need to build a multi-purpose activity centre for the school site in Cairns. Read more...
Riders
To date the ride has been enjoyed and completed by a diverse range of people from both local and regional North Queensland, across Queensland and interstate as well as international participants from Ireland, U.S.A., New Zealand, Holland, England and Germany. Many come back each year to enjoy and savour the experience.
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Ride Format
Riders are formed into several packs depending on their ability and generally their level of fitness. Riders can swap around packs during the event, some may like more pace in the mornings and then move down to a slower pack in the afternoons. Read more...
The difference between a support person and a volunteer
A support person assists a friend or family member each day of the ride. A volunteer is given a major area of responsibility each day of the ride. Read more...
Gear Requirements
Your bicycle and a safety standard approved helmet. Read more...
Awards
The 'Where's Wally' Award. Read more...
Administration
Our registration fees are in two parts. One is a registration fee and the other is fundraising with a minimum requirement. Read more...
Milboe Ltd
Milboe Ltd is the not for profit entity which was established for the sole purpose of co-ordinating, managing and taking responsibility for the Coast to Coast Bike Ride. All are volunteers! Read more...
