47km of new trail proposed in Hobart

[Sekt]

I've posted this in the User News forum but I don't think it gets the attention it deserves, so apologies if a cross-post is deemed inappropriate.

Details on the City of Hobart's new MTB network proposal which is open for feedback (go!):

After an extensive engagement with key stakeholders and the community, the City of Hobart is now proud to present Riding the Mountain: Proposed Mountain Bike Network (link).

The City of Hobart has developed a plan for 47 km of new mountain bike tracks on kunanyi / Mount Wellington that identifies the potential for an expanded network of greater riding experiences for local and visiting riders.

The plan is based on work by leading mountain bike trail consultants Dirt Art and follows consultation with key stakeholders, including mountain bike riding, walking and trail runner groups.

The plan consists of:

• 3 beginner tracks
• 10 intermediate tracks
• 2 advanced tracks
• 3 shared use tracks

Hobart's kunanyi/Mount Wellington is home to almost 80 km of walking tracks, but just 3km of purpose-built, mountain bike only tracks. A survey of kunanyi/Mount Wellington track users revealed that 83 per cent support new mountain bike tracks on the mountain.

The City has committed almost $400,000 to start rolling out stage one of the plan.

 

[rangersac]

Already discussed here

 

[Sekt]

Ah thanks, buried a little deep there. Hopefully this gets a few more eyes and feedback submissions on th eplan itself.

There seems to be a lot of misinformation and misunderstanding of how this project has come about, and the way that these processes work. I understand Hobart locals have some deep-seated resentment towards local government when it comes to mountain bike planning (understandable in some instances, it's been mismanaged in the past), but I think everyone should put aside their preconceived ideas and look at this through a positive lens, as it's an extremely positive step towards a much improved network for Hobart riders.