About this event
The Otway Odyssey and Great Otway Gravel Grind returns to Forrest in Victoria as a major off-road cycling weekend, combining mountain bike racing and gravel riding across the Otways. It is known for challenging courses that weave through tall forest, steep climbs, flowing single track and dirt roads, with options to suit a range of riders from experienced racers to weekend warriors.
The event includes multiple distances across both disciplines, with mountain bike and gravel formats available over the weekend. Publicly available event information also notes family- and youth-friendly ride options, plus a strong community atmosphere with entertainment, food and celebratory extras throughout the festival.
The gravel courses are run on 2WD dirt roads rather than single track, while the mountain bike courses make the most of the area’s renowned trail network and rugged terrain. The event is also promoted as a milestone edition, with special features including a retro bike parade, retro kit awards, personalised race plates and other on-site festivities.
Set in the Otways, the event showcases one of Victoria’s best-known mountain biking destinations, with fast, technical, and scenic riding through forests, ridgelines and local trail country. It is a standout weekend for riders looking for a serious challenge in a spectacular natural setting.
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