VDHS – Mt Taylor October 3 & 4 2026
Victorian Downhill Series
ROUND 1- Mt Taylor MTB Park
October 3/4, 2026
Mountain Biking East Gippsland will be hosting Round 1 of the Victorian Downhill Series (VDHS) at Mt Taylor on the weekend of 3/4 October 2026.
Mt Taylor is ready to deliver another big day on the hill. With fast lines, technical descents, and a supportive local crew, this round promises excitement, challenge, and plenty of good vibes. Whether you’re chasing podiums or just soaking up the stoke, it’s more than just a run down the hill, it’s all about grit, progression, and community.
Here is all the important information and also some ways in which you can help out:
VDHS Round 1 @ Mt Taylor
Date: 3rd/4th October 2026
Registration opens 7/9/26
Race schedule
Please note this is subject to change so please monitor our socials for up to date information.
You must complete TWO compulsory practice runs over the course of the weekend to be able to race. This could be two runs Saturday, or two Sunday, or a split of one each day minimum.
Saturday
8am – 2pm: Rego open – please remember to bring your helmet and photo ID to rego
8am-9am: Track Walk
Practice: These times are provisional, please monitor socials and listen out for announcements as these times may vary depending on track conditions and rider numbers
9am – 1pm: B group practice
1pm – 4pm: A group practice
(A group is Elite, Expert and U19, all other categories are B group)
Sunday
8am -2pm: Rego open
8am-9:30am: B group practice
9:30am-10:30am: A group practice
11am: Racing starts
Presentation for all categories will be held at the end of racing.
Track Closure
Mt Taylor DH will be closed from Thursday 1st October – Sunday 4th October for the event. In the weekdays before the event the volunteers will be out refreshing, repairing and bunting the trail for the race, please stay off the trail and allow us to complete this work safely. Lower All Mountain will be closed on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Oct). All other trails will remain open to any riders across the weekend.
Road Closure
Lookout Rd and Milkies Run will be closed to vehicle access for the weekend of the 3rd/4th October.
Shuttles
Riders will be shuttled to the start of the DH track for this event.
Self shuttling throughout the duration of the event will result in disqualification and no refund
Food and Beverage
On Saturday and Sunday of the event the Club will be running a canteen, see menu link below. A coffee van will also be onsite covering everyone for hot drinks. There is no water onsite however the Club canteen will have plenty of cold water bottles for sale if you want to pack light for the day.
Parking and Camping
Parking for the weekend will be tight, so please carpool where possible. A limited number of pre‑booked camping sites are available onsite, and only riders with a confirmed allocation will be permitted to camp. All sites must be booked in advance via email (secretary@mtbeg.com.au), with allocations made on a first‑registered, first‑served basis. No camping sites will be available on event days unless pre registered. Overflow parking may be required on nearby Milkies Run, but under no circumstances should anyone park on Bullumwaal Rd.
Accommodation
There is plenty of affordable accommodation available in Bairnsdale, Paynesville, Eagle Point, Metung, Lakes Entrance and surrounds. For accommodation and other activities available in the area please visit: www.visiteastgippsland.com.au
Team Tents
There is limited space on site for team tents. Email the secretary to book a site and include the size of area required in email: secretary@mtbeg.com.au
Site Set Up
Mt Taylor will start to look like an event site from Friday the 2nd of October. If you are heading out, please follow instructions and do not impede the setup of infrastructure for the event.
Site Plan:
VOLUNTEERING:
We’d love your help to make this event a success! There are a number of volunteer shifts to fill across the weekend, from Shuttle Drivers and Track Marshalls to Parking Attendants and General Helpers, it’s going to be a busy few days.
To make things easier, we’ve split most roles into half-day shifts so everyone can pitch in and still enjoy the event. If you’re keen and available, feel free to sign up for more than one shift, every bit of help makes a difference.
Please click the link below to register as a volunteer. We truly appreciate your support and would love to have you on board for this one!
These little videos from Auscycling will give you a little insight to what it’s like to volunteer at these events as a general volunteer or track marshall.
Further information about specific roles will be distributed to all volunteers who sign up prior to the event.
If you have any questions or require any help in signing up to volunteer, please contact our secretary at secretary@mtbeg.com.au
This event is proudly supported by the East Gippsland Shire Council.
