A collaboration between Chris from @gravity_riders_mtb and James from @keystonetrails.au, located at the 5-ways intersection in Ourimbah, built for @centralcoastmtb . Combining Chris’s coaching expertise with James’s extensive trail design and construction skills, they have developed a thoughtful, dynamic, and progressive skills zone designed to build rider confidence from a coaching perspective. Tucked away in a scenic spot, this area provides coaches with a controlled environment for skill development while offering riders an ideal space to independently refine their technique.

The skills zone features a blue-rated jump line integrated with a Trail Protection Mat for durability and reduced maintenance. It includes three progressive drops ranging from 0.3m to 1.2m, allowing riders to build confidence. Additionally, the area offers three cannon-style drop/jumps for advanced maneuvering and air control, as well as various skinny features to test balance and precision. Completing the experience is a short, mellow climb trail, enabling riders to loop back and session the features for easy repeatability.

Photos: @jamesdeckphoto.