2026 Rotary Club of Tumut Snowy Valleys Cycle Challenge

About the Event

Experience the breathtaking landscapes of Snowy Valleys during the 2026 Adelong Cycling Festival from September 26 to 27. This festival offers an array of cycling adventures tailored for every skill level, with routes ranging from scenic 20-kilometer rides to challenging 160-kilometer journeys.
Based in the charming town of Adelong, your ride will take you through picturesque hills and valleys, passing by quaint towns like Tumut, Tumbarumba, and Batlow. Each route is meticulously designed to cater to different preferences and abilities—whether it's a leisurely 20km tour or an intense 160km endurance challenge.
This year introduces two exciting new routes: a 44-kilometer gravel path with over 1,000 meters of climbing for those seeking off-road adventures. For the seasoned cyclists, there’s also a grueling 205km road route that climbs more than 3,000 meters, offering a true test of skill and endurance.
Whether you're a casual rider or an avid competitor, Adelong Cycling Festival promises a memorable weekend filled with breathtaking scenery, thrilling rides, and community spirit.

Races Offered

117Km - Combines 45Km + 72Km

Sep 27, 2026

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Distance — 117K

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Type — Cycling

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17:00

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$125.00

160Km - Adelong, Rosewood, Tumbarumba, Adelong

Sep 27, 2026

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Distance — 160K

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Type — Cycling

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17:00

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$160.00

205Km - combination of 45Km + 160Km

Sep 27, 2026

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Distance — 205K

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Type — Cycling

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17:00

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$170.00

20Km Adults and Kids

Sep 27, 2026

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Distance — 20K

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$10.00

44Km Gravel Ride

Sep 27, 2026

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Distance — 44K

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$50.00

45Km Adelong to Tumblong & Return

Sep 27, 2026

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Distance — 45K

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$50.00

72Km Adelong to Bago Loop

Sep 27, 2026

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Distance — 72K

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Type — Cycling

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17:00

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$90.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Adelong.

thermostat Temperature

4.5° / 17.0°

wb_sunny Feels like

1.9° / 14.2°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

10h 22m

water_drop Avg rainfall

1.7 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

8.2 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (5.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

74.7%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:06

nightlight Sunset

17:58

About Adelong

Learn more about the host city, Adelong.

Adelong is a small town in the Riverina region of New South Wales, Australia, on the banks of the Adelong Creek. Adelong sits on the Snowy Mountains Highway and is a part of the Snowy Valleys Council. At the 2021 census, Adelong had an urban population of 856.