Great Divide Tour-

2 Day Adventure Ride- Taree / Tamworth 

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Aussie Bike or Hike (Australia's leading tour company) and Fine Line Rider Training (30 years' experience training motorcycle riders with over 60,000 successful customers)

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You've done your compulsory training, and got your L's or P's, and it's time to explore the big wide world by motorcycle.

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There's only one thing wrong....... You've got nobody who you trust to go with.

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Sure, there are plenty of clubs and Facebook groups to ride with, but it's just not the same as going with a fully qualified instructor who is also an experienced motorcycle tour guide. Plus, riding on dirt is a whole new experience for some.

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Starting from our Fine Line training centre in Taree. "The Great Divide Ride" is a two day event that takes us on an adventure over Australia's Great Dividing range, riding through the beautiful Barrington Tops, along open farm land, and incredible sub- tropical rain forest, and rolling plains.

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We'll overnight in the home of the Golden Guitar - Tamworth.

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Tamworth's Big Golden Guitar and the Long Yard Hotel is the perfect overnight stop,

 

where we can unwind and talk about the days ride.

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Along the ride we will discover beautiful parts of Country NSW, taking a scenic drive through the countryside to visit the area's historic towns including Wingham, Mt George, Nundle,  Nowendoc and other remote towns.

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Next day we're off again for another great day of scenic lookouts, great dirt roads and light adventure along the way, as we make our way back to our start point at Taree.

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What we provide:

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• A great ride on council maintained dirt roads. Dirt road touring at its best, suitable for any size adventure bike or trail bike.

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• The experience of having tour guides, who are also qualified motorcycle instructors, to assist and help you along the way.

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• A 4x4 support vehicle with trailer to carry your luggage, so you can ride unhindered AND is ready to assist if help is needed

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• Lunch provided both days

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• Satellite emergency contact. Help can be summoned from anywhere if needed.

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• Accommodation is included at Tamworth at the Golden Guitar Motel. (Food and drinks are at customer's expense)

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• The feeling of support you can only get by riding with people who you know are experienced and professional.

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• Free overnight car and trailer parking available at our Whitbread Street Training Center for those who wish to trailer their bikes to the start.

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You need to provide:

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• A legal registered trail or adventure style motorcycle with at least 200klm fuel range ( or bring jerry can that can go in our trailer)

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• We recommend a minimum 50/50 road/dirt type tyre for this kind of riding.

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• Your food and drink at your own expense

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• Personal riding equipment such as helmet, jacket etc.

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• A sense of fun and light adventure with a willingness to take some challenges along the way.

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The full cost of the two-day ride is $395 per person share accommodation ( 2 people - twin beds).

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Single room accommodation $100 per room extra

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Who are your Guides?

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Alex Cudlin – Owner of "Aussie Bike or Hike"

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Alex Cudlin's love for the great outdoors was built from a very young age, having grown up on a small farm in Australia with his parents and an older brother and sister.

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After completing his apprenticeship as a motorcycle mechanic in his parent's country motorcycle dealership, at just 18 years of age, Alex moved to Europe to follow his dream and become a professional motorcycle racer.

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He competed in the World Endurance Championships all over Europe,Asia and Middle East, becoming World Champion in 2010.

Alex lived and raced in Europe, Asia and the Middle East, for a total of 12 years.

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Throughout this journey of traveling the world racing motorcycles, Alex's love for mountain biking and hiking grew.

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Using it as part of his training regime for his motorcycle racing career, Alex cycled roads in Qatar (Middle east), pedaled the hills of the French Alps, Mountain biked in England and Scotland, trekked the mountain region of Lebanon, hiked the hills of Switzerland, walked the roads of India, and visited monuments in Indonesia and many other countries throughout his travels.

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Alex then returned to Australia and decided to start an adventure company that brought together those 3 loves - Motorcycles, Mountain biking and Hiking.

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Alex has a wealth of experience and expertise and wants to share his love of these 3 pursuits and the beautiful scenery from around the world!

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"As a dedicated Hiking Guide since 2017, I've had the good fortune of transforming my passion for travel and working with people into a successful career. I'm also incredibly privileged to have guided clients from all over the world on tours both locally and abroad.

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My mission is to show a different side of the world to my clients, and to help them gain a better and deeper understanding of the sites and destinations we visit. If you'd like to tour with me, please get in touch so I can start creating the perfect itinerary for you."

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Alex Cudlin : Owner of Aussie Bike or Hike

 

 

Shane Cudlin – Owner of "Fine Line Rider Training"

Shane is the proprietor and Senior Instructor at Fine Line Rider Training. A former motorcycle police officer, Shane has been teaching people to ride motorcycles for over 30 years.

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During that period of time, Fine Line Rider Training has taught nearly 60,000 people to ride a motorcycle and get their motorcycle licence.

 

Refunds

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NOTE - Refunds are only available up to 7 days prior to the event. No refunds, transfers or credits are available within 7 days of the event.

By continuing with your booking, you agree to the refund policy and acknowledge that you have read and understand the details regarding this event.

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This is not a course, but a fun ride. Every person who attends this ride acknowledges that motorcycle riding can be inherently dangerous and that they undertake this ride at their own risk.

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These tours are the best way for new riders to get a feel for dirt touring and adventure riding with minimal risk. It's a great introduction to adventure riding with some fun and companionship built in.

 

 

 

WHAT AM I IN FOR?

SURFACE CONDITIONS

40 % tarmac – 60% dirt

TOTAL KMS

Approximately to 500 kilometres over 2 days.

LONGEST DAILY DISTANCE

250km

RIDER CAP

First 20 riders ONLY

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PRICING

Ride, including Shared Accommodation. $395

Single room supplement $100

Included in price

Guided motorcycle adventure

2 days of premium riding roads (catered for Learner riders)

1 night of accommodation

Lunch both days

All permits to access region

National Parks & State Forests

Nightly briefings

Pre ridden & assessed routes

Incredible scenery

Basic Mechanical support

Back up bike transport if needed *

First aid medical support

Luggage transport

Safety sweep truck on route

 

 

What’s not included:

Fuel for your bike

Travel insurance

Food and drinks on tour

Hire Bikes

Travel Insurance

 

TOUR fee refunds

There are no refunds in the following situations:

• Lateness in attending the TOUR

• Delays caused by traffic or motor vehicle incidents

• Bad weather conditions

• If you cancel within 7 days of the commencement of your TOUR

• Non attendance for any reason