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Competition / Re: 2023 Harrow Vintage Cross Country 1-2 April 2023

« on: March 24, 2023, 09:57:26 pm »

Online entry closes this Sunday 26 March!

Good field of entries so far, it's gonna be a great weekend. 

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Competition / 2023 Harrow Vintage Cross Country 1-2 April 2023

« on: March 10, 2023, 10:42:35 pm »

Entry is now open for the 2023 Harrow Vintage Cross Country (HVCC).

This competition event for vintage bikes will be the first of its kind ever held in Australia.

Races will consist of three laps of a 5km natural terrain course.

There are several sub-classes based on year of manufacture up to pre 1988. Bikes do not have to be road registered, so bring out your old scramble/motocross bike for 2 days of racing!

Online entry and more info are available on the VERi website:

http://www.verivinduro.com.au/136/2023-harrow-vintage-cross-country

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Vinduro / Re: The Black Duck Returns!

« on: August 25, 2022, 08:59:44 pm »

Online entry for the Black Duck Vinduro is now open:

http://www.verivinduro.com.au/134/black-duck-vinduro-2022

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Vinduro / The Black Duck Returns!

« on: August 17, 2022, 10:12:43 pm »

The next event on the VERi calendar is the Black Duck Vinduro at Campbelltown on Sunday 11 September.

Some of you might remember the original Black Duck Vinduro that was held at the same location 14 years ago.

The notorious gully section, and Fitzy drowning his Maico in a dam are still talked about around campfires to this day.

The course will start from the same bush property as 2008. The first 3km is freshly cut single trail. From there, the course takes riders along fairly well maintained bush tracks, then through a section that's been used for wood cutting and is a little more challenging. After that, it's more easy trails back to the start area with a short bit of the infamous gully thrown in. Total distance has not yet been finalised.

This is an easy ride suited to older bikes, so bring out those 1970s models you've been hiding!

Camping is available at the venue:

• $10 per person per night
• Portable toilets on site (no showers etc)
• Bring your own everything
• Space is limited so park sensibly

All bikes must be pre 1988 models, not too noisy and registered (full/rec/CPS). VERi does not accept unregistered vehicle permits.

Online entry will open soon via the VERi website.

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Vinduro / 2021 Australian Three Day Vintage Enduro (A3VE) results

« on: May 09, 2021, 10:50:26 pm »

VERi's 2nd A3VE has been run and won. Thanks to all the committee members, locals, volunteers, officials, time-keepers, scorers, sweep riders, recovery drivers, medical staff and everyone else who made this incredible event happen. The riders who came from far and wide to take part really make this event, and we're sure they've all had an experience they won't forget.

Overall event results: https://speedhive.mylaps.com/Events/1855491

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Vinduro / Second A3VE back on track in 2021!

« on: February 21, 2021, 02:04:50 pm »

Media release:

Following the success of the first Australian Three-Day Vintage Enduro (A3VE) in 2019, the Vintage Enduro Riders Inc (VERi) are excited to announce the second running of the event will go ahead in 2021 (after being postponed in 2020).

The dates to mark down on your calendar for the 2021 A3VE are 6 – 9 May. The event returns to the Wombat State Forest around Blackwood, located 50 kilometres west of Melbourne in Victoria.

Around one hundred entrants took part in the first A3VE, and VERi is expecting even more eager riders will take up the challenge this year. Competitors will race for glory on the same tracks used in the first edition, but with some exciting new trails and special tests added for this year's event.

There are competitive classes for bikes from early pioneer days to pre-1988, riders under 40 years old, and women riders.

A non-competitive Rally class is also available for anyone wanting to get the time-card enduro experience without the pressure of timed special tests.

"Having to postpone the A3VE due to the Coronavirus last year was disappointing," according to VERi club secretary, Peter Drakeford.

"So, we're very excited to see the high level of interest for the rescheduled event. There's been a flood of enquiries, including a huge amount of interest from interstate riders. Many new converts to the sport are preparing bikes just for this event too.

The variety of interesting and challenging terrain makes this an unmissable event, and as Peter Drakeford points out, "We were really well received and welcomed by the local community in 2019, and we can't wait to get back to Blackwood again.

Entries are now open, go to the VERi website for details.

COVID-19 and the A3VE

• VERi will liaise with Motorcycling Australia to ensure that the 2021 A3VE is conducted as safely as possible.
• A COVID-Safe officer, David White, has been appointed for the event.
• State and national government COVID-19 guidelines and regulations will be followed at all times
• Any entrants that are unable to attend due to COVID-19 issues will receive a full refund of their entry fee.

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General Discussion / Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

« on: December 23, 2020, 11:16:24 pm »

Season's greetings everyone!

Stay safe, and we'll see you in the parc ferme or out on the trail next year.

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Vinduro / VERi announces 2021 event calendar

« on: November 15, 2020, 06:12:01 pm »

Well 2020 was a bust, so the club is now looking forward to getting back on track in 2021. The committee has been working hard and has come up with the following calendar of events:

March 28: Wandong Vinduro
May 6 - 9: A3VE at Blackwood
June 27: Won Wron Vinduro
July 30 - August 1: Harrow Vinduro
August 29: Beaufort Vinduro
September 19: Ross Creek Vinduro

There's an equal mix of old favourites and exciting new events to look forward to, and we can't wait to get out there.

Obviously we hope that the above dates and venues will not have to change.

Stay safe in the meantime.

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Vinduro / Re: 2020 VERi events

« on: October 18, 2020, 10:04:19 pm »

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation, and with no major changes to restrictions in sight, VERi has to face reality and announce that we will not be running any events in 2020.

We look forward to coming back on full noise in 2021 with the awesome vintage enduro events we are known for, including the second edition of the Australian 3 Day Vintage Enduro.

Any updates will be posted on the VERi website and on our Facebook page.

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Vinduro / 2020 VERi events

« on: May 07, 2020, 10:33:31 pm »

Our planned calendar for 2020 has been thrown into disarray due to COVID-19 social restrictions. However we are hoping to produce a new calendar for 2020 as soon as social restrictions are lifted enough to allow.

We have a few events that could still be run this year, and we will announce the events and dates as soon as we can confirm them.

Stay tuned for announcements.

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Competition / Re: 2020 Australian 3 Day Vintage Enduro (A3VE)

« on: April 09, 2020, 08:33:16 pm »

Due to the COVID-19 situation, this event has been rescheduled to 6-9 May 2021.

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Vinduro / Re: 2020 Wandong Vinduro - Sunday 29 March - POSTPONED

« on: March 23, 2020, 09:03:56 pm »

To all our members and guests

We have been following the state and federal government announcements closely over the last few weeks and been trying to fit our events into their guidelines. In light of the most recent announcements regarding COVID-19 and the shutdown on non essential activity in Victoria, we believe it would be irresponsible to proceed with our Wandong event this weekend.

While we can accommodate the social isolation rules, it would not be a good idea to proceed when other Australians are doing their part to slow the spread of the virus.

The closure of State borders is another factor we have to consider.

We will be giving out full refunds for those that have already entered. If you have already paid please send an email with your bank details to our treasurer [email protected]

Please remember she is a volunteer and will get to these when she can.

Stay tuned for announcements about other VERi events.

Unanimously disappointed
The VERi committee

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Vinduro / 2020 Wandong Vinduro - Sunday 29 March

« on: February 19, 2020, 10:41:15 pm »

Our first event for the year is the Wandong Vinduro on 29 March 2020. It's also the first time we've had a vinduro at this location.

The event will be held on a private property ride with 450 acres of fantastic bush.

There'll be lots of single track, making it a great opportunity for special test practice for those racing at the A3VE in May.

No rego is needed for this event, bikes should have headlight and tail light (not necessarily working).

You will need to purchase a MA one event recreation licence, unless you have an annual MA racing or recreation licence.

More details and online entry is available on the VERi website now: http://www.verivinduro.com.au/110/wandong-into-the-woods-entry

See you there!

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Competition / Re: 2020 Australian 3 Day Vintage Enduro (A3VE)

« on: February 16, 2020, 11:05:07 pm »

A3VE riders may wish to reserve a specific spot in the pit area located on the Blackwood Oval at this year's A3VE. To do so contact us via email at:

[email protected]

Please note that we can't guarantee that we will be able to fulfill all requests. However everyone will get a pit area to use for repairs and maintenance at the event.

If you are not fussy about where you are located in the pit area, you don't need to contact us, we will allocate you a position.

A map of the start/finish area can be viewed via the VERi website on the A3VE Parc Ferme & tips page:

http://www.verivinduro.com.au/98/a3ve-media

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Competition / Re: 2020 Australian 3 Day Vintage Enduro (A3VE)

« on: February 03, 2020, 11:47:29 pm »

The Supplementary Regulations, and entry, for the 2020 A3VE are now available.

Go to the A3VE Supplementary Regulations page on the VERi website. Links to entry options for competition and non-competitive riders can be found at section 4.3. See link below:

http://www.verivinduro.com.au/92/supplementary-regulations