Know you’re in the best hands with Derby’s longest standing shuttle company. Take advantage of our experience, trail knowledge and the little extras we provide, like trail briefings and PLB’s on the big day rides for your safety.
We live to mountain bike and have customised shuttles using our local knowledge to optimise your Derby experience.
The fun and banter is an added bonus 🙂
Note: Contact Cristina at bookings@vertigomtb.com.au or call on 0488 4633333 if you want to discuss shuttle options for you and your group. We will try to help even if a shuttle is not advertised on the day you want.
Vertigo’s iconic Blue Derby MTB adventure! Ride the stunning Blue Tier trail in the morning, refuel with lunch at the historic Weldborough Pub, then continue your ride back to Derby following the Atlas trail, linking into optional finishes.
Kicking off at 9am, our shuttle will take you on a scenic drive through the rolling hillside of Tassie’s North East to the breathtaking sub-alpine mountain range of the Blue Tier. From there, riders will begin an epic journey through approximately 35 kilometers of remote wilderness singletrack with incredible scenery and world class trails to match.
Starting in the high alpine, riders will descend through the all-time flow of the Blue Tier, passing through lush myrtle forest, dense eucalyptus trees and green mossy creeks. After 22km of 30% climbing and 70% descending – finishing with the ultimate gravity flow of Big Chook – the Blue Tier trail pops you out at the Weldborough Pub where you can purchase a delicious lunch before the next leg of the journey.
After a well-earned rest, a second shuttle will take riders to the Atlas trailhead. Geared towards tech enthusiasts, Atlas is a 16km advanced intermediate trail that undulates its way to an epic techy descent that flows into the Blue Derby network.
After the Blue Tier you can choose to take the shuttle to Atlas or take a return shuttle to Derby.
Get ready for 32+kms of exhilerating flow, famous chocolaty dirt trail in gondwana-like rainforest.
We’ve got two of the most talked about trails in one shuttle day that is likely to have you exclaiming ‘that was the best ride I’ve ever had!’
Beginning at the top of the stunning Blue Tier, the Iconic Bay of Fires trail starts off with a bang as it descends for 13kms through dense rainforest. This fast and poppy trail will have you screaming for more.
And more you will get, after a short shuttle back up to the Blue Tier. The Blue Tier trail that has no peer, takes you on a grin inducing ride all the way to Weldborough in time for lunch.
We’re not finished yet… a shuttle back to Derby and up to Black Stump, allows you to pick and choose your finish to the day.
Awesome.
This trail is for experienced mountain bikers only. You need to be well prepared, fit and able to ride blue intermediate features for a number of hours. You will be riding through remote Tasmanian mountain areas with limited or no easy access should you have an injury. Please call the shop on 0488463333 to discuss riding experience, concerns or questions regarding this trail.
Vertigo’s ultimate full day adventure, the Bay of Fires trail, will leave you speechless as you ride from the dense Blue Tier temperate rainforest through to the stunning granitic Bay of Fires on Tasmania’s Eastern Coastline.
After conquering the 42km trail, relax and unwind beachside with complimentary lunch and a swim in the crystal clear ocean.
Recommendation: Hire a Levo SL e-bike for this trail.
We offer this service from Derby for groups (and for minimum numbers), please enquire for availability.
Alternately, our St Helens shop operates more regular services for Bay of Fires, allowing you to make a day of it and spend time in the area after your ride. Click here for their website.
The Blue Tier (855 metres asl)overlooks the world renowned coastline known as the Bay of Fires. Start your 42km ride with a stunning view of the Bay of Fires, your final destination. This singletrack trail takes you through the diversity of blackwood and myrtle forests, giant granite boulders to coastal eucalypt and grass tree landscapes, ending at the stunning beaches of Tasmania’s east coast.
The first 13km of the trail includes exceptional flow, flow that rivals the best of Blue Derby and will get your adrenaline pumping for the rest of the ride. After regrouping with your mates for the initial climb, the trail ascends into beautiful coastal forests making you almost forget you’re climbing. And finally, after drinking in the epic view of the Bay of Fires from the end of the climb, a fun 6km final descent will deliver you to the coast.
Refuel and relax at a stunning beachside location overlooking the Bay of Fires coastline with complimentary lunch and a swim in the crystal clear ocean, before we shuttle you back to Derby.
This trail is 42 km and for experienced mountain bikers only. You need to be well prepared, fit and able to ride blue intermediate features for a number of hours. You will be riding through remote Tasmanian mountain areas with limited or no easy access should you have an injury. Please call the shop on 0488463333 to discuss riding experience, concerns or questions regarding this trail.
*Minimum numbers for this service apply. Refund or transfer to other options will be offered if available.
**This trail will be closed on days that are Extreme Fire Danger/Total Fire Ban deemed by the Tasmanian Fire Service and/or when too wet and muddy. Vertigo MTB will exchange shuttle services or day of departure in these circumstances.
Our Black Stump packages provide you with the ultimate Blue Derby experience. We shuttle you to the highest vehicle access point within the Blue Derby trail network, where you can choose your descending style with a huge variety of intermediate to advanced trail options.
Morning session shuttle departure times: 9:30 – 10:30 – (11:00) – 11:30.
Afternoon session shuttle departure times: 1:30 – 2:30 – (3:00) – 3:30.
Experience the epic Blue Derby trail network without a worry. Our Black Stump Shuttles run on a time schedule so you can plan your day perfectly. With each session offering up to 3 (+1) shuttles, this product has been designed to cater for every type of rider. Whether that be smashing quick laps of Air Ya Garn – the famous jump line – or exploring the depths of the 125km plus network, you’ll be sure to make the most of your Derby experience.
Our shuttle drivers are mountain biking enthusiasts dedicated to helping you choose the right trails for your riding style and ability. Be sure to ask for their advice if you aren’t sure which trails to ride.
You can explore the trails from the map on our website below:
Hazy Days is awesome for all levels of rider. It’s the perfect introductory green rated shuttle experience!
With a descent of super fun and flow, ideal for beginner/novice riders and the kids, this should make for awesome MTB fun times!
The shuttle is paired with Black Stump shuttles allowing groups of riders to ride the bus together then split to ride their favourite trails.
Hazy Days is situated in the Derby network and offers the best slice of green, single track we’ve ever had. Descending berms and flowing sections through stunning terrain of tree fern and dense eucalyptus gullies, all the way back to the shuttle point.
Epic, remote wilderness flow trail riding. Experience the ultimate flow adventure day with the First 13 (Bay of Fires), Blue Tier followed by a refurbished Atlas plus a variety of finish options.
It’s a big day on the bike (over 48kms of high energy single track riding) suiting e-bike rders.
The Blue Tier overlooks the world renowned destination coastline know as the Bay of Fires. Start your ride with a stunning view to the coastline below and roll into incredible single track descending through beautiful tree ferns, big berms, and all-time flow. The famous Blue Tier loam will have you grinning uncontrollably for 13 outstanding kilometres of single track.
Shuttle back to the top of the Blue Tier and ride the famed 23km Blue Tier Trail to the Weldborough Pub. Part 3, another shuttle will take you to the Atlas Trailhead for a final blast down to Derby (or a return to Derby in the bus).
This trail is for experienced mountain bikers only. You need to be well prepared, fit and able to ride blue intermediate features for a number of hours. You will be riding through remote Tasmanian mountain areas with limited or no easy access should you have an injury. Please call the shop on 0488463333 to discuss riding experience, concerns or questions regarding this trail.
Starting at 9am, our shuttle will deliver you to the top of the Blue Tier where the action begins. The orange posts will guide you along the insanely fun flow that is the first 13km of the Bay of Fires trail. Expect tight and fast lines to begin followed by an all-time flowing descent where wide berms are the stand out feature.
Once you reach the conclusion of the first 13km of the Bay of Fires trail, our shuttle will be there waiting to take you back up to the second section so you can enjoy the epic flowing descent again.
This half day adventure is perfect to pair with an afternoon of Black Stump shuttles.
*The second shuttle will leave from the base of the first 13km at 11:15am to maintain our schedule.
*Minimum numbers for this service apply. Transfer to other options will be offered if available.
**This trail will be closed on days that are Extreme Fire Danger/Total Fire Ban deemed by the Tasmanian Fire Service. This trail will also be closed due to extreme wet weather conditions. Vertigo MTB will exchange shuttle services or day of departure in these circumstances.
Experience the ultimate flow with the Bay of Fires first 13km descent. Beginning at the top of the stunning Blue Tier, the Iconic Bay of Fires trail starts off with a bang as it flows through dense rainforest. This fast and poppy trail will have you screaming for more.
And the best part is, you get to do the greatest section of this trail twice!!!*
Starting at 9am, our shuttle will deliver you to the top of the Blue Tier where the action begins. The orange posts will guide you along the insanely fun flow that is the first 13km of the Bay of Fires trail. Expect tight and fast lines to begin followed by an all-time flowing descent where wide berms are the stand out feature.
Once you reach the conclusion of the first 13km of the Bay of Fires trail, our shuttle will be there waiting to take you back up to the second section so you can enjoy the epic flowing descent again.
This half day adventure is perfect to pair with an afternoon of Black Stump shuttles.
*The second shuttle will leave from the base of the first 13km at 11:15am to maintain our schedule.
Shuttle to the Top of the Blue Derby Network to this fast and heart pumping single track with multiple options. Atlas is 15km predominantly descending riding through spectacular Tasmanian wilderness.
Our scenic 40 minute uplift shuttle takes you high above Derby for the start of a unique all-mountain adventure. Initially undulating the trail then descends spectacularly through gondwana-like rainforest featuring endless berms and rollers in beautiful loamy soils. The exhilarating descending continues after the trail converges with Dam Busters, where riders are met with a choice of three trail options, which will end in Derby.
The perfect shuttle for your mountain biking debut. We shuttle you to Branxholm so you can ride the easy flowing Valley Ponds trail all the way back to Derby.
The Branxholm trail is the best trail in Derby to earn your first MTB stripes. This 9km ride is fun but gentle, introducing some trail features as you get used to your bike. The Valley Pond and riverside forest that the trail meanders through provide a wow factor with ferns, blackwoods and myrtles along with a chance to spot a platypus.
Our friendly shuttle driver provides tips and tricks on the Branxholm Oval before you head off on your ride.
