Tassie Gift
ExtremeUnsanctioned, unsupported off-road ultra bikepacking loop starting and finishing at Red Square, Evans Street, Hobart. Roughly 1,800km with 36,000m of climbing over Tasmania's roads, fire trails, goat tracks and 'not-tracks'.
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▌ Unsanctioned, unsupported off-road ultra bikepacking loop starting and finishing at Red Square, Evans Street, Hobart
Oceania bikepacking event organized by Tassie Gift (Emma Flukes)
12 SCORING DIMENSIONS
EFFORT MATRIX
EXPERIENCE MATRIX
GREEN FLAGS
- [+]1800 km of extreme gravel through Hobart, Tasmania
- [+]36,000 m of climbing — proper elevation
- [+]Self-supported / ultra format = adventure focus
- [+]Organized by Tassie Gift (Emma Flukes)
- [+]Varied terrain: Gravel
RED FLAGS
- [!]Ultra distance — needs serious training base
- [!]Extreme rating — only attempt with prior ultra experience
- [!]Self-supported — no aid stations expected
- [!]Details not yet verified — confirm via official site
RIDER FIT
Built for hours in the saddle — your distance
Significant climbing rewards low-watt grinding
Ultra format = guided adventure with timing chips
Self-supported format suits bikepacking instincts
Smoother surfaces let raw speed talk
Single-day pace suits crit-style riders less here
1800 km is not a race — it's an expedition. Pacing is decided by hours, not km splits, and sleep strategy matters more than power.
TIRE INTEL
Mixed gravel with no extreme demands — go for rolling speed.
WEATHER PLAYBOOK
Hobart, Tasmania in spring (November): expect mild conditions — pack for variable weather. Always check 7-day forecast race week and pack a packable shell.
PACING PLAYBOOK
Resist the urge to push. Your race starts in 48 hours, not at km 0.
Eat early, eat often. Sleep matters more than watts now.
Mental low point. Stick to the plan. Most riders bonk here mentally before physically.
Save matches. The finish line will reveal itself when you stop chasing it.
WHAT TO FEAR
- [!01]Late-race climbs after the legs are gone
- [!02]Mental low point on the long, lonely middle section
- [!03]Resupply gaps — carry more food than you think
INSIDER INTEL
“Australian gravel has a wild edge to it — fewer rules, less infrastructure, more genuine adventure. Tassie Gift has it.”
RACE LOGISTICS
Self-supported by design. Carry your own food, water, tools, and shelter. Resupply from towns en route.
Plan for 24+ hour stretches between resupply points. Carry food and purification.
- +Timing chip + bib
- +Course markings + GPX
- -Spare tubes / tubeless plugs
- -Lodging
- -All food and water beyond the start
- -Shelter / sleep system
- -Tracker (rider-supplied for many ultras)
- -Drop bag transport (unless specified)
Book 6+ months ahead for big events. Check the race partner-hotel list for discounts.
Often the best value for groups. Search the wider race region, not just the start town.
Many gravel events offer on-site camping for a small fee. Check race FAQ.
- ▸Mandatory pre-race brief — non-negotiable attendance.
- ▸GPS device with full route loaded is required, not optional.
TRAVEL OPS
Tassie Gift is a destination-worthy bikepacking event in Australia. A solid bucket-list addition.