Australian National Mountain Bike Series, round 5. Featuring Downhill, Cross Country and Mountain Cross to be held in Hobart, Tasmania February 27th to March 1st 2009 at the Glenorchy Mountain Bike Park
National Round 5
National level mountain bike competition will see a welcome return to Tasmania (February 27 - March 1) with the Hobart Dirt Devils hosting the final round of the MTBA 08/09 XC, DH and MTNX at the well respected Glenorchy Mountain Bike Park.
How do I get there?
Interstate travellers
Virgin Blue, Qantas and Jetstar offer flights into Hobart. The airport is 20 minutes from the city centre and 25 minutes from the Glenorchy Mountain Bike Park.
The TT-Line sails twice a day and offers passenger and car transport from Melbourne to Devonport (3 hour drive to Hobart).
The Glenorchy Mountain Bike Park is approximately 15 minutes drive from the centre of Hobart.
To get there follow the Brooker Highway for approximately 5km. After the second roundabout take the next left at Elwick Road. Proceed through the roundabout, at the end of Elwick Road, onto Eady Street and follow Eady Street as it swings round to the next roundabout. Go left at this roundabout (Tolosa Road) and proceed to the end of the road.
There are Tolosa Park signs from Elwick road and the Bike Park is situated just behind Tolosa Park.
Where do I stay?
Note that locations are numbered on the following map to indicate proximity to the course
Something Indulgent
The Old Woolstore 4 1/2 Star
Ideal for those looking for a little more comfort... perhaps a family.
Located close to Hobart City Centre and just metres from our famous dock. www.oldwoolstore.com.au telephone 03 6235 5355
A great Deal!
Northside Holiday Villas
Northside Holiday Villas offers affordable friendly spacious AAA 3 Star accommodation located close to tourist attractions and day-to-day services.
Self contained 2,3,4 bedroom fully equipped homes containing a stove, microwave, fridge, TV, laundry and ironing facilities.
New executive Spa suites have modern furnishings and appliances. Off street parking, BBQ, picnic area, cots and highchairs are also provided.
- 2 bedroom rates are $110 to $120 per night (twin)
- 3 bedroom $135 (twin)
- 4 bedroom $150/4 adults
- Spa Suite $130 (twin)
Each additional adult after that a $15-$20 extra and $13 per child.
Contact: Tania French 03 6272 4472
Something cheap
The Pickled Frog
provides dormitory accommodation and cheaper rooms just a few minutes from the Park. Prices start at just $22 per night...
Take a look at what they have to offer at www.thepickledfrog.com or telephone 03 6234 7977.
Something in the middle!
The Riverfront Motel
have offered us Corporate Rates provided that you mention the event.
- Budget Room - $69
- Riverview Room with Austar - $90
- Extra guest $10
- Self Contained Villas - 10% off full rate for Self Contained Accommodation
Guests must book direct over the phone on 03 6272 6721 to qualify for these discounts.
The Astor Private Hotel
In the middle of Hobart and 15 minutes from Glenorchy Mountain Bike Park. From $75 per room per night - ask Tildy to look after you. 03 6234 6611
Some others that might help.
Fountainside
Contemporary accommodation from $133 per night for double or $182 for four people.
Telephone 03 6234 2911 or visit www.stayhobart.com.au
Camping and cabins
Elwick Cabin and Tourist Park (03) 6272 7115 - Hurry, only 5 family cabins left here! www.totaltravel.com.au
Hobart Apartments
Very low rates, telephone 03 6272 3399 or visit www.hobartapartments.com.au for more details.
Balmoral Motor Inn
Telephone 03 6272 5833 or visit www.bestwestern.com.au for more details.
Still need help with your accommodation?
Visit www.discovertasmania.com for a selection of options from back packers accommodation to 5 star luxury and everything in between.
The great news about Hobart is that you'll never be more than about 15 minutes from the Mountain Bike park by car!
Car Hire
Thrifty rent-a-car have really looked after us... the least we can do is return the favour!
Thrifty have provided vehicles to us at unbelievable rates and (unlike all others) have allowed us to use their 4WDs off road!
If you're looking for a car while you're here, call them and tell them you're here for the Mountain Bike Nationals and David Dennis sent you. 03 6234 1341 or 1800 030 730. You'll get a great deal and Thrifty will know that when they give us a hand we appreciate it!