Downhill Race Women’s Support Day – Welli Mills

Description

Huck it x Peel Downhill MTB Club
Welli Mills, Ferguson Valley
25 and 26 July 2026

A dedicated women’s Downhill support weekend designed to make Downhill racing more accessible, less intimidating and more connected.

Running alongside the Peel Downhill race at Welli Mills, this activation creates a supported entry point into Downhill racing. The course offers a Downhill experience with technical features, flow sections and ride-around options – making it ideal for riders stepping into racing or progressing their confidence in a race environment.

This is a collaboration between Huck it Coaching and Peel Downhill MTB Club, focused on growing women’s participation in Downhill racing and creating pathways into both racing and event involvement.

Who it’s for
Women and girls of all ages
Junior racers and first-time Downhill racers welcome
Riders must be comfortable on blue trails and beginning to explore black-grade terrain
Perfect for those looking to step into their first Downhill race in a supported environment

What’s included

Free event support (open to all attendees):
Huck it women’s presence on-site across the weekend
Community support, encouragement, and race-day stoke
Opportunity to observe racing and connect with the Downhill community

Registered rider support (Peel race entry required):
Women & Girls guided track walk with Huck it coaches and riders
Buddy system during practice with experienced female riders
Women’s-only dedicated practice time block to build confidence and session the track in a supportive environment
On-track support with line choice, confidence building and race preparation

Volunteer / marshal pathway:
Marshal / official experience – shadow Peel committee members and learn how Downhill events run
Support key race areas and uplift zones
Discounted entry option available for volunteers/marshals (either toward a rider entry or a future Peel event)
Spectator participation encouraged – help bring energy, encouragement and cowbell chaos to the hill

Registration
To access racing, track walk, and buddy system support, riders must register for the Peel Downhill event.
All Huck it support activities are free and open to women and girls attending the event.