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🚴‍♂️ Bikepacking Australia: Red Dirt, Dust & Sand through the West MacDonnell Ranges

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Welcome to one of Australia’s most iconic and rugged bikepacking adventures—deep in the heart of Central Australia.  This solo journey takes you through the breathtaking West MacDonnell Ranges , the ancient beauty of Palm Valley, and the geological marvel that is Finke Gorge. From the moment my tires hit the red dirt, I knew I was in for something raw and unforgettable. The sun-baked earth, endless open skies, and towering sandstone cliffs are more than just scenery—they’re a challenge, a test of endurance, and a reminder of Australia’s wild, untamed heart. 🏞️ About the Region West MacDonnell Ranges (Tjoritja) Stretching over 160 kilometers west of Alice Springs, the West MacDonnell Ranges (known as Tjoritja to the Arrernte people) are a rugged series of ancient ridgelines and deep gorges. Some of the rock formations here are over 800 million years old , carved by millennia of erosion. The area is home to iconic spots like Ormiston Gorge, Serpentine Gorge, and Ellery Creek ...
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Exploring The Word By Bicycle   I have sold the car. So I'm full time on the bike. The way it's supposed to be. I left Wodonga on the Friday 21st of February.  It's been six days now.  My legs are very sore / recovering after a big day on Monday. After leaving Wodonga I cycled the freeway to Rutherglen looking for work. The job did not workout.  That's ok might go for a short tour to get back to Wodonga in over a week. So I head for the town of Bright joining the rail trail on the way. Once on the rail trail it's very safe with no motorized traffic.  This makes cycling most enjoyable.  I was carring lots of supplies for a week or two of food. Lot's of items I would use at a caravan park which has made for a heavy load. Ive now got the Extrawheel Mate trailer which is working out really good. The bike had a bit of the swaying at speed to start. So I've transferred all the heavy items to the trailer. This has worked out really g...
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