For those who may have forgotten or chosen to forget, registrations for the Dirtworks Classic are now open.

Latest News: Latest news here. (http://www.maxadventure.com.au/DirtWorks/News.htm)

Update: (28 Feb). Dirt Works 2007 Sold Out!

Update: (23 Feb). Just over a month and the event is already at 90% capacity. We don't expect the remaining 100 entries to last long, get your entry in today!.

Update: (13 Feb). Apparantly there are already 700 entries in and these are limited by NPWS to 1000 riders. Get in quick:

http://www.maxadventure.com.au/DirtWorks/Entry.htm

Poll: What distance are you doing? As per a request.

I am having problems with inclines. Whenever I attempt a hill climb I get underway then very quickly seem to lose traction resulting in my back wheel spinning, losing my balance and a long walk to the crest. This always seems to happen on heart break hill at Manly damn.
I am riding a Giant Reign 2. My tire pressures are approximately 36-40psi and I have tried it with my front suspension locked or open.
Any ideas or technique suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

All of you budding riders planing on riding this weekend be carefull of the impending heat.

My suggestion is to hydrate well the night before you ride as well as drinking plenty of fluids on your respective rides.

De-hydration is not something we like dealing with during or after a ride, look out for the tell tale signs of dehydration;

Thirst
Loss of appetite
Dry skin
Flushing
Dark colored urine
Dry mouth / Cotton mouth
Fatigue / Weakness
Chills
Head rushes

If you continue to ignore the following signs may become apparent;

Increased heart rate
Increased respiration