Ride With John Hudson — The 6-Day Pre-ADV FEST Adventure
Before the main gates of ADV FEST 2026 swing open in Dorrigo, a small group of riders will be carving through some of the best adventure terrain in Australia — led by John Hudson himself.
This is the Pre-ADV FEST Ride — a fully supported, six-day adventure that blends navigation, challenge, and pure riding joy. If you’ve ever wanted to ride alongside the man who designed the APC Rally routes, this is your chance.
🏕 Six Days of Real Adventure
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Start: Dorrigo Royal Hotel — 16 August 2026 | 9 AM
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Finish: Dorrigo Royal Hotel — 21 August 2026 | 3 PM
The ride forms a complete loop, so you’ll start and finish right where the festival begins.
Each day features hand-picked routes from John’s vast library of tracks — a mix of High Country climbs, forest trails, and hidden backroads that most riders will never find on their own.
Every route is designed for adventure bikes loaded with luggage — realistic distances, solid terrain variety, and a healthy dose of fun.
🚙 Fully Supported — Ride Light, Ride Free
This isn’t a race. It’s a guided adventure — with the luxury of a support vehicle following the group.
That means:
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Your main luggage can travel in the vehicle
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Backup fuel and basic spares onboard
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Help available if anything goes sideways out bush
It’s the perfect balance of freedom and support, giving riders confidence to tackle tougher terrain without worrying about what’s on their tail rack.
🧭 Ride With the GPS Guru
John Hudson is the mind behind the APC Rally and one of the most respected route creators in the adventure world.
He’s personally leading this 6-day loop — sharing his knowledge, line choices, and a few stories from decades of riding across Australia’s wildest regions.
It’s not every day you get to ride with someone who’s mapped the country the way John has.
🔥 Limited to 40 Riders
This isn’t a commercial tour — it’s a genuine adventure, capped at just 40 riders to keep the experience real.
Each night finishes at a local pub or campsite, with good food, cold beer, and great conversation.
By the time you roll back into Dorrigo, you’ll already have a crew and a head full of stories to carry into ADV FEST 2026.
🏁 Your Adventure Starts Here
This is the perfect warm-up for ADV FEST — six days of dust, mateship, and proper riding before the biggest ADV event in the country kicks off.
Secure your spot now — these places will go fast.