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Ridgy-Didge

Name: Ridgy-Didge
Start: 2026-09-27
End: 2026-09-27
Location: Hobart

Hobart, Australia • 27 Sep 2026

Ridgy-Didge

Ridgy-Didge is a new trail running event for 2026 held at Ridgeway Oval in Australia. The event is organised by the Kunanyi Trail Series and is part of the series that offers a season pass with a 10.00% series discount on fees.

Distances offered:

Enduro: 13 km 600 m elevation
Sport: 7 km 350 m elevation
Explorer: 3 km 140 m elevation

The courses run through forests of open silver peppermint and include a mix of tight single tracks and wider fire trails. Runners encounter notable mountain views and a route that visits the lower area of the 100-year-old Ridgeway Dam. Maps and elevation profiles are provided on Strava for each course.

The Event Hub at Ridgeway Oval includes family-friendly elements such as games for children and coffee from Bean and Leaf. The hub also features a barbecue and a presentation session with spot prizes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Australia Hobart

Race information

Website

13 km

Enduro 13km

7 km

Sport 7km

Explorer 3km

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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