Melbury Abbas Downhill

We are a small group of riders who, through alot of hard work and effort, have built a new Downhill mountain biking venue. OPEN TO PUBLIC-donations very welcome

About M. A. D-
Melbury Abbas Down Hill bike park was created by group of riders, all sharing the same motive; to create a new Downhill Mountain Biking venue where riders of all abilities can ride, improve their skills and most importantly have fun! The project was started by Julian Davis, who, with a lot of hard work, dedication and a bit of help from his crew have created a new bike park for all abilities. From complete beginners wanting to get into the sport, to experts wanting to improve their race times, M. A. D accommodates for everyone.

Tracks-
There are various tracks to suit different riders at M. A. D, the majority of the tracks have 'chicken' lines around features that are either non-rollable or difficult.

'Oh Hello' - Nice flowing track with technical sections in the middle and a start ramp. Consisting of large berms, tables, doubles, rollers, steps and tight corners. ('chicken' lines are in place on this track)

'Lama Line' - A great track with a bit of everything: - berms, rock garden, steps, rollers, sleeper drops, doubles, tables, road gap and our special ' 3 jumps '. This is a special feature consisting of an 8ft drop, medium sender and a small sender. Perfect for building confidence on jumps. ('chicken' lines are in place on this track)

Races-
We hold monthly races at M. A. D which are open to all abilities and ages.

The format is each rider has three runs and the fastest run wins, Simple!

The entry fee is £5 per person, this money goes into the rent of the land, cash prizes and back into the club for tools etc. The prizes are 1st - £25, 2nd - £15, 3rd - £10 and 4th £5. (these may change a little if there are not enough riders)

Helmets MUST be worn when riding and no one will be allowed to ride without one, body armour is advised.

The race days will consist of practice from 10: 30am till 11. 30 am. A break for food etc at 11. 30 too 12. 00. Then from 12. 00 till approximately 3. 00pm, we get racing!

We have a BBQ and toilets on site. Other tracks will be open to ride if you want and non-racers can also have a go.

Spectators are more than welcome, the more noise the better!

Parking-
The Parking can be found at the village hall about 100 yards from M. A. D. NO ONE is allowed to park on the verge /road or in the farm entrance next to the Bike Park, you will be asked to move if you do so.
Opening Times
M. A. D is open 7 days a week - 10am-8pm

Prices-
Whole day (10am-8pm) - £5. 00
Half day (10am-2: 30pm /2: 30-8pm) - £3. 00
Please contact the facebook page before riding due to the farm being used for other activities.

Other Information
A disclaimer MUST be signed for each individual before riding, otherwise you cannot enter!

Helmets MUST be worn as a minimum, we also advise you wear Knee pads, gloves, body armour etc.