Mallee Blast 1000

Mallee Blast 1000 invites riders to experience the vast gravel roads and wide-open landscapes of Victoria, Australia, on a welcoming self-supported bikepacking adventure. Created by Ross Burrage, the event was designed as an accessible introduction to ultra-distance riding, offering a challenging but achievable route through the iconic Mallee region.

Riders can choose between the full 1,000 km route or a 500 km option, with Grand Départ locations in Torquay and Swan Hill. The mostly gravel course winds through regional Victoria on quiet country roads, rail trails, sandy tracks, and dry-weather roads, creating a varied route that is rideable on gravel bikes, cyclocross bikes, or mountain bikes. Regular towns along the way make resupply straightforward and allow riders to choose between camping and accommodation.

Mallee Blast follows a strict self-supported philosophy. Riders are responsible for their own navigation, food, accommodation, and mechanical repairs, with no outside assistance permitted. A GPS tracking device is mandatory, while the relaxed Grand Départ format encourages riders of all experience levels to discover the rewards of multi-day bikepacking.

With its expansive landscapes, friendly atmosphere, and approachable format, Mallee Blast 1000 has become one of Australia’s best entry points into ultra-distance bikepacking. It offers a memorable journey through the Australian outback without losing the adventurous spirit that defines self-supported cycling.