Mountain biking legend to go distance fo youth mental health!

Former Yamba mountain biking legend Morgan Pilley has returned from Europe to saddle up for the seventh annual Clarence Valley Ride for Youth. With the emphasis this year on participation, Pilley has urged riders of all abilities to join him at the Criterium Track at Junction Hill on Saturday, March 18.

Organisers have created options for all levels of participants.

You can ride the entire 24-hours or just one lap of the track. You can also walk, run, skate, scooter, roller-blade or roller-skate if you choose not to cycle.

Over the last six Ride for Youth events, participants have ridden a staggering 53,600km to raise awareness and funds for youth mental health initiatives in the Clarence Valley, raising $35,476 in the process.

All the money raised has been directed towards local youth mental health initiatives, including mental health literacy training, youth drop-in, youth sporting and cultural events and youth activities across the Clarence Valley.

Pilley was excited to be returning to the Clarence Valley to participate and lead this fundraising event and threw down the gauntlet to the community.

“Why not challenge your friends, family members and work mates to see if they can go the distance to support Clarence Valley youth and form a fundraising team,” he said. “Don’t have a bike?

Doesn’t matter. We have bikes and helmets you can borrow.

“Can’t come to the ride? You can still support this amazing cause by making a donation.”

You can also register from 11am at the event on Saturday, March 18.

Event Details

What: Clarence Valley Ride for Youth (24 hour cycle challenge with Pilley Pilley)

Where: Junction Hill Criterium Track, Cnr Carrs Peninsular Rd & Back Lane, Junction Hill NSW.

When: Saturday and Sunday, March 18-19.

Time: Cycle challenge will commence at midday, registrations will commence from 11am

Cost: Children $10.

Adults $20. Family tickets available. (Children under 5 years are free). Get your tickets at https://bit.ly/ R4Y2023

Book

How: Stay for a lap, an hour or all day... it’s completely up to you. Pre-register online at or register on the day.

Donate: You can donate to the cause at https://bit.ly/ R4Y2023