Grading a route can be tough... It is quite subjective, what one ride thinks is an easy ride another may think its hard...

We have done our best to grade the rides in a way that should give you a good idea of what to expect. If you feel a ride is miss graded, please reach out and let us know your thoughts. 

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Our routes are predominantly what we would consider Grade/Level 1 to Grade/Level 3 rides.

However, we don't specifically grade our routes unless we have personally ridden them recently or a fellow rider has done the same and let us know what it was like.

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You also need to keep in mind that grading can be very subjective and what one rider considers a Grade 3 another may feel its only a 2 or up to a 4!

Plus you need to account for weather and how often a trail is maintained. When we rode the route and graded it, it may have been dry and freshly maintained. But when you ride it, if its wet, or hasn't been maintained for a number of years the grading may well have changed as well!

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But, what does that mean...??

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If the route has no grade, it means that we have not ridden it recently enough to be confident in supplying one, so as always, ride at at you own risk.

 

• Grade 1: Easiest 

  • Conditions: Bitumen roads, wide flat gravel roads, all-weather surfaces.

  • Who’s It For?: Perfect for beginners or riders looking for a relaxed cruise. Think smooth highways or easy gravel roads—ideal for a stress-free ride.

• Grade 2: Easy 

  • Conditions: Narrow, twisty, bumpy bitumen roads; gravel roads with all-weather surfaces, some hills, easily avoided obstacles (e.g., rocks, potholes), tight corners.

  • Who’s It For?: Great for riders with some experience who enjoy a bit of challenge but still want manageable conditions.

• Grade 3: Medium 

  • Conditions: Narrow gravel roads and twin tracks, moderate slopes, loose rocky surfaces, shallow creek crossings (<300mm), some avoidable obstacles.

  • Who’s It For?: Suited for intermediate riders ready for varied terrain and a bit of adventure, but nothing too extreme.

• Grade 4: Difficult 

  • Conditions: 4WD tracks with long steep hills, poor traction surfaces, many unavoidable obstacles (e.g., sand, rocks, logs), river crossings (up to 600mm, knee-deep).

  • Who’s It For?: For advanced riders who thrive on challenging terrain and are prepared for obstacles that test their skills.

• Grade 5: Very Difficult 

  • Conditions: Technically challenging, very tight or single tracks, very steep hills, high fitness/technique required, possible bike damage, higher risk of injury.

  • Who’s It For?: Expert riders only! This grade demands top-notch skills, fitness, and a bike built for the toughest conditions.

 

Bear in mind that all roads will become more challenging in poor weather condition, or if they have not been maintained recently.

Motorcycle riding and in particular adventure riding is a inherently dangerous sport. Adventure Rides take no responsibility if you find yourself on routes that are harder than you expected or for any injury or damaged to bikes or property under any circumstances.