About the 170k
We have adjusted the distance to 170k as the experts tell us the distance is close to 170k than 160k.
This ride goes through some amazing scenery and there is a great view of Lake Moogerah.
It is the first ride to leave UniSQ and it has returned to its regular route ads the bridge on Purga School Road has been completed.
The ride goes through Harrisville, then to Kalbar, pass Lake Moogerah, onto Mt Alford and then onto Boonah. The route then takes you back to UniSQ and the finish line.
The 170k is an iconic ride of moderate difficulty to challenge experienced elite cyclists
Please Note:
- Make sure your fitness allows you to do the ride.
- Working head and tail lights are necessary for a 6am start.
- Riders unable to reach Beckwith Road by 9.30am will be directed to take the 100k route due to safety concerns.
Course Description
The 170k Challenge is an iconic event attracting the fittest cyclists from Southeast Queensland and beyond. It provided just the right mix of long flat sections and mild to moderate gradients (2 at 4% and 1 at 5%) to provide an experience well worth the training.
At around the 120k mark the “dirty dozen” can break up the pack if you’re not ready for them. This series of hills is known not so much for their gradients but more for the seemingly relentless number in close proximity to each other.
The route is laid out with appropriate signs showing the way and all rides are well supported by our volunteer marshals and support drivers.
While every effort will be made to support all who do this ride on the day we recommend that participants ensure they are fit enough to average no less than 22km/hour for this event (including time taken for rest stops). This equates to a total participation time of no more than 8 hours.
Participants unable to reach the 64k point before 9:30am will be re-directed onto the St Andrew’s Ipswich Private Hospital – 100k route.
The route is laid out with appropriate signs showing the way, lead and follow vehicles and road marshals to ensure cyclists follow the designated route.
