Vertigo’s Bay of Fires 13km Descent + Blue Tier + Atlas Adventure Ride

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).

• Shuttle from Derby to the Blue Tier trailhead
• Ride the Blue Tier to Bay of Fires 13km Descent
• Shuttle from Bottom of 13km Descent to Top of Blue Tier
• Ride Blue Tier 23km Adventure Trail
• Lunch stop at Weldborough Hotel
• Shuttle From Weldborough to Atlas/ Optional return to Derby 

Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced (First 13 ride is time restrained)

Fitness: Moderate to High 
Operates:  Most days
Departs: Derby  

Rider Suitability:

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. 

This Shuttle service departs from Derby for the Blue Tier trail.

The Blue Tier is a stunning ~ 22km mountain bike adventure trail, flowing down through sub alpine plains, Myrtle Beech forests, idyllic mossy rivulets, groves of giant tree ferns, flowing directly onto the epic section called Big Chook descent. 

Big Chook is the lower section of this trail with an all descending super flow berm, turns and jump line trail through deep Tasmanian temperate rainforest, finishing behind Weldborough Hotel where you may purchase lunch before shuttle return to Derby.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: 

Rider Level: MTB experience on Blue Trails is advised. For the coming season, this trail is rated at a low Blue level. This means you should be able to ride basic trail features and know when to dismount and walk if there’s something you don’t know how to ride. Be aware that you are riding in a remote location in Tasmania.

Not for beginners or first time MTB riders, as it is remote and emergency access can be difficult. We recommend you take an emergency beacon or utilise your Blue Derby app, smart phone app in case of serious injury.

Fitness Level: Moderate Fitness is a minimum 

• Shuttle from Derby to the Blue Tier trail head
• Ride the Blue Tier to Weldborough (includes Big Chook)
• Lunch available at the historic Weldborough Pub at own cost
• Return Shuttle to Derby

Booked a Hire bike from us?

Please collect your bike from the VertigoMTB shop located at 66 Main Street Derby from 8am (8:30am during winter months) on the morning of your hire. Allow time for us to set up the bike for you and supplied with appropriate ride equipment in our workshop.  We provide transport for you and hire bikes to the start of the Blue Tier Trail and return to Derby.  

If you’re an intermediate rider coming to Derby, Vertigo’s Blue Tier + Atlas day is a MUST!

*Blue Tier trail has been fully refurbished for 2024/25

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 39 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 23km 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.

• Shuttle from Derby to the Blue Tier trailhead at 9am

• Ride the Blue Tier to Weldborough (includes Big Chook)

• Purchase lunch at the historic Weldborough Pub

• Shuttle from Weldborough to the Atlas trail head

• Ride the Atlas trail right into the Blue Derby network, choosing between the flowing Dambusters Descent or take the Krushka link with options to tackle the famous EWS trails, Trouty or Cuddles, before ending the day in Derby.

Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced

Novice option: Ride the Blue Tier, then return to Derby after lunch on bus 

Fitness: Moderate

Departs: Derby (or Weldborough with prior arrangement)

Lunch not included

This Shuttle service departs from Weldborough Hotel for the Blue Tier trail at 9:15am. You will finish at Weldborough.

This service is NOT SUITABLE FOR HIRE BIKES- as it does not start and end at Derby. Carrying hire bikes on private vehicles is prohibited unless prior arrangement with Vertigo Fleet Crew member. Suitable Shuttle service for hire bikes is Blue Tier from Derby with return to Derby.

The Blue Tier Trail 

The Blue Tier is a stunning ~18km mountain bike adventure trail, flowing down through sub alpine plains, Myrtle Beech forests, idyllic mossy rivulets, groves of giant tree ferns, ending with the epic Big Chook descent. 

Half Day  departs from Weldborough

Rider Level: Intermediate to Advanced

Fitness Level: Good Fitness

Intermediate Trail traverses and descends through remote Tasmanian Wilderness. Not for beginners or first time MTB riders.

• Shuttle from Weldborough to the Blue Tier trail head
• Ride the Blue Tier to Weldborough (includes Big Chook)

Black Stump Multi-Shuttle Package 

    – 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 4 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: https://www.vertigomtb.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/derby_trailmap.pdf 

Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced

Departs: Derby

Beginner options in Derby just hit a new level for the 22/23 season with this fun and flowing, green descent trail, Hazy Days!  

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.  

Ticket includes up to 4 uplifts each per session. 

Skill Level: Beginner to Novice

Fitness: Moderate

Departs: Derby

Black Stump Multi-Shuttle Package 

    – 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 4 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: https://www.vertigomtb.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/derby_trailmap.pdf 

Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced

Departs: Derby

Beginner options in Derby just hit a new level for the 22/23 season with this fun and flowing, green descent trail, Hazy Days!  

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.  

Ticket includes up to 4 uplifts each per session. 

Skill Level: Beginner to Novice

Fitness: Moderate

Departs: Derby