Who we are & what we do
Mountain bike enthusiasts dedicated to expanding Mountain Biking in the Yarra Ranges
We negotiate respectfully with land managers and local authorities
We advocate for responsible trail use, building and maintenance in accordance with IMBA standards
We aim to turn the Yarra Ranges into a world class Mountain Biking destination
Our CommittEe
Andrew Howieson
(President)
2 wheeled fun enthusiast, camera dork and Taco aficionado. Prioritises good times over race results, loves a mid ride tea-break.
Qualified guide and skills coach.
Faster than Brett, provided we aren’t riding for more than 3 minutes.
Yarra Valley resident since 1999 - just bought our first place in Millgrove. Bring on Warby!
Jim Bubbers
(Vice President)
IT Guy. Very excitable about all things riding.
My 3 kids are becoming hooked just like their dad.
Chris Mucha
(Treasurer)
A husband and Dad of 2 kids who lives in Mt Evelyn. Has been around mountain bikes and the race scene since John Tomac days (I was dragged by my parents to races most weekends). After all these years you would think I would be better then I am, but I do it for the love of the bike and flow.
Erin Freame
(Secretary)
Erin is the newest member of the Committee taking on the Secretary role, keeping us all organised and on track. A Silvan rider from way back, Erin has been in the local MTB community for many years.
Rachel Hore
(Memberships Coordinator)
Rachel is an Enduro rider and racer, but just loves being on two wheels, spending time riding the local trails with friends as well as around Aus and the world. She oversees memberships and is keen to support more women in the Yarra Ranges and surrounds to enjoy riding and racing mountain bikes.
Jane Ollerenshaw
(Women’s Engagement Rep)
Began her MTB adventure in 1992.
Has raced all disciplines of Mtb, current favourite is XC and Cyclocross
The sound that makes her happiest is the laughter and chatter of a group of women riding the trails.
Her aim...to create a supportive and inclusive environment for women to connect with each other.
Bret Murray
(Social Rides & Rider Development)
New to the committee in 2020. Bret simply loves riding his bike. He is often accused of doing it too much and having too many of them.
As long as Bret has been mountain biking the Silvan trails have been home.
He is excited at the opportunity to pass his passion onto the next generation with the junior development program and share the great trails we have in the Yarra Ranges.
Morgan Sandeman
(Email & Website Comms)
I've been riding Enduro/Downhill for 4 years now and absolutely loving life on 2 wheels! A Dietitian by trade, health and fitness is my passion and I can certainly let my hair down on the trails and am always the one yewww-ing!
I recently moved to the Yarra Ranges for the mountains, forest and the riding of course. That's my recipe for vitality!
Very excited to join the club to be able to share my love of the sport with others in our local community!
Travis Dawkins
(Social Media Comms)
Just love everything bikes!
Its my hobby my work my whole life!
Been racing and riding now for 5 years and wouldn't have it any other way
My biggest passion apart from racing is just getting others into the sport and helping junior and novice riders grow into great riders and sometimes my biggest compition haha!
Duncan Rose
(Silvan Trail Custodian)
Man on a mission with a brush cutter in his hands.
Laid back. Likes to ride enduro.
Can often be found in Derby (TAS). Looking forward to more Yarra Ranges trail.
Signature awkward placement of backpack in action shots
Also didn't write this blurb.
Andrew Swann
(Warburton Trail Rep)
Been riding since forever.
Built a lot of trail. Ridden a lot of trail.
Very serious selfie taker.
He does smile...sometimes
He didn't write this blurb ;-)