FOX WOMENS RIDE DAY 3 PRESENTED BY MXSTORE AND MPE

Event description

Are you ladies ready to have some serious fun? We've got the best track at Glen Echo Dirtbike Park all to ourselves for Sunday September 6.

WHO IS THE RIDE DAY FOR?

Every female out there with a bike. All ages and all riding abilities.

CAMPING AND FACILITIES:

Camping will be available from Saturday afternoon. Riding will commence after riders briefing on Sunday morning at 8.30am.

Glen Echo Park is a beautiful location with toilets, showers, a canteen for snacks and is a great spot to camp.

Camping/Parking/Facility layout will be emailed to you ladies closer to the event.

(Your family/male friends can come along and camp and ride in a separate section of the park. They just need to ring and book with the park directly. You can also ride on Saturday, you'll just need to book with the Park too.)

ENTERTAINMENT:

There will also be a ‘Happy Hour’ on Saturday evening, with a few free Young Henrys going to all ladies over 18 and a soft drink for the youngsters, because we can talk bikes over a beer too.

WHAT AMENITIES ARE ON SITE:

• Flushing Toilets and Outdoor/Camp Style HOT showers.
• Running water (not drinkable).
• Fire Drums in central hang out spot.
• Lucky-door raffle.
• NO PHONE SIGNAL (you'll need to head back out the way you came a few km's to get signal).

WHAT TO BRING:

• Bike
• Protective Gear – you are required to ride with a helmet, goggles, gloves, boots that cover your ankles, long sleeve pants and shirt. If you need anything for the event, make sure you check out MXstore.com.au.
• Fuel
• Everything you need for Camping (tent, bedding, toiletries, food, water, camp chair etc.)
• Drinking Water - there is no drinking water on site.
• Warm Clothes for the evenings and mornings.
• Some garbage bags – we will have a big skip that you can chuck it in on your way out. But please don’t leave any rubbish in your camp area.
• Cash for snacks, drinks and sweet sweet merch. There will be no card options.
• Battery packs to charge phones. There is no electricity accessible to attendees.

WHAT YOU DON’T NEED TO BRING:

The man in your life* that usually helps out! We are providing tools, mechanics, and sweep riders so that we can have a super warm and fuzzy all girl environment for the weekend! If you are someone who has not gone riding without assistance from your Dad/Brother/Husband/Boyfriend/Mate/Neighbour before, and it worries you a little, this is your opportunity to see that it is more than do-able! And we’ll all be there to help you unload and set up if you need it!

*Dads/parents of juniors are not only required by law but are super welcome. Dads can reach their girls on foot at all times and sweeps are there to help if need be.

**Your family/male friends can come along and camp and ride in a separate section of the park. They just need to ring and book with the park directly.

SPONSORS:

Husqvarna Australia, MXstore, MPE Suspension and Husqvarna, Young Henrys, FOX, Ballards, Ellaspede, Village Bicycle, Motorex, River Dental, Gold City Steering and Suspension, Ultimate Protection and Security.

FAQ's:
 

I've never done anything like this before and am very very new to riding. Will I have fun?
 

If you don't mind being a little outside that comfort zone... then ABSOLUTLEY! We are catering to you... it's a really great track and there are heaps of Sweep Riders (they cruise around with high vis. vests and help and make you feel safe). We also foster an environment where everyone helps everyone! 2018 and 2019 blew me away. I had high hopes for the vibe and holy dooley all the women were amazing and so supportive of one another.

Can my husband come and 'set me up'?

We encourage you to do it on your own. Let the man in your life load you up and then sign out when you arrive, and ladies will be jumping at the chance to lend a hand with anything you need. It is actually the perfect way to break the ice and make friends with your camp neighbour.

However, if you absolutely will feel better about the whole thing if someone comes along with you and gets you unloaded and settled, we understand and won't kick him out.

Your family/male friends can come along and camp and ride in a separate section of the park. They just need to ring and book with the park directly.

I'm a Dad and I'm worried about my little girl. Why can't I ride with her?

First of all, hey Dad! And thanks for getting your girl involved in bikes. I have my Dad to thank for my wonderful career. But there will come a time when you will have to take a step back and trust she's got this. I can't let you ride, as it is a ladies only ride, and having Dad's cruising around kind of defeats the point.

As mentioned above, Dads can reach their girls on foot at all times and sweeps are there to help if need be. 

If you still think that your daughter is just too young, or unprepared to ride without you, then maybe this event is not for you guys. You can ride with your daughter at every other trailride and track in Qld, so head to a few more of those, and then maybe next year, you both will be ready.

Can I ride on the other tracks at the park?

No. This is a MA Event that is running separate to the Parks usual insurance. If you are a part of the Fox Womens Ride Day, then unfortunatley, you will need to stay with our event for the day. 

However, the Park will be open on the Saturday and you can ring and book directly with the park itself to ride that day. 

I'm not sure whether to order a shirt. Can I just buy one at the event?

All shirts will be made to order, so you will have to make up your mind now if you want one. There will be no extra stock at the event. 

What's the weather like?

Cold at night, but fingers crossed we've got a crisp sunny spring day. There is always the chance that it will rain but rain will not scare us away. Your safety is my priority and if any dangerous weather is forecast I will let you know what the plan of attack will be.

Is there phone service?

No. You'll need to head back out the way you camp a few km's to get signal.

Don’t have a bike of your own?

If you don’t have a bike of your own or super amazing pals who are able to lend you theirs, then there are a few bike hire places located in Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast. Have a google search and check out the options.

How can I connect with other super rad chicks heading to the event?

If you would like to make friends or connect with ladies you’ve met at previous Jemma Wilson Events, and maybe even carpool, make sure you join and post on the ‘Legend Ladies of Jemma Wilson Events’ Facebook page. If you have questions that you think heaps of ladies might like to know the answer to, then ask on there as well. I can answer all those questions at once then!

Can I have my own camp fire?

This one is completely up to the Park and depends on the conditions closer to the event. I will let you in the week leading up to the event whether you will be allowed your own camp fire, and if so, YOU MUST BRING YOUR FIRE WOOD.

Can I bring my furry friend to the event?

No. And Yes.

This event is a Motorcycle Permitted Event and therefore we must follow the MA rule, which are no dogs (Guide Dogs accepted). 

However, the Park allows dogs. 

So if your family is coming out and camping and riding in the other part of the Park then your dog/cat can sleep with them. But if you are parked in the MA Event area, no pets, sorry. 

Can I enter on my Quad Bike?

I’m sorry, no. This is a Motorcycling Australia permitted event and accordingly Quads cannot mix with two wheelers.

My circumstances have changed, can I get a refund?

No refunds for this one ladies. If you enter and also purchase a shirt, I will send it out to you, but you will have lost your entry fee.

If the event is cancelled, you will recieve a full refund. 

Can I get out on the track with my camera and take some pictures?

Absolutely! But you MUST SIGN ON and get a HIGH VIS vest!!

I will have photographers and videographers out there trying to capture all the moments, but they cannot be everywhere. So, if you have a camera and want to see what sick pics you can get, that is wonderful! And don’t forget to share them on the Legend Ladies of Jemma Wilson Events Facebook page.