4 – Dead Cow Shortcut

Distance: 1.6KM
Number Of Features: 25
Climbing: 34 vm
Trail Rating: Intermediate
Time: 10 mins
Route Sign Color: Magenta

The Dead Cow loop is marked with magenta coloured signage, and is accessed via the BMW trail on the #1 Jacks Ridge Loop.

Dead Cow is a popular addition to many of the race events at Jacks Ridge MTB Club due to its timber features including timber berms, rollovers, ramps and bridges across small gullys.

Dead Cow includes the iconic Phil’s Flyover – a loop de loop feature built to honour the memory of former club member Phil Fogarty.

Rated blue due to the many unavoidable timber features, it suits the more experienced rider or other riders looking for a challenging ride.

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