The Spirit of the APC Rally — Where Adventure Still Means Something
When the first APC Rally rolled out in 2010, there was nothing else like it in Australia.
No backup trucks. No luxury pit stops. Just riders, their bikes, GPS tracks, and the open country ahead.
That’s exactly how John Hudson wanted it.
As one of Australia’s most experienced adventure riders and route creators, John believed that true adventure couldn’t be packaged — it had to be earned.
The APC Rally was built for those who wanted the real deal: long days in the saddle, unpredictable weather, remote fuel stops, and that unbeatable feeling of finishing what most riders only dream of attempting.
What Makes the APC Rally Different
Every APC Rally route is hand-built and tested by John himself, combining thousands of kilometres of outback trails, farm tracks, and forgotten dirt roads into one massive loop.
You’ll ride through:
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The High Country’s rugged passes
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The Western Plains under endless sky
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The NSW coastline and winding hinterlands
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And deep into Australia’s true remote heartland
Each stage is designed to test your navigation, endurance, and mental toughness.
No two years are ever the same — and that’s the magic of it.
It’s More Than a Ride — It’s a Brotherhood
Ask anyone who’s finished an APC Rally what stands out, and they’ll all say the same thing — the people.
It’s about mates helping each other fix a flat in the middle of nowhere.
It’s about riders sharing fuel, tools, and stories around a campfire after 600km of dirt.
And it’s about the deep respect that comes from finishing one of the hardest self-guided adventure rides in the world.
The APC Rally isn’t a race. It’s a test — of you, your bike, and your spirit.
Built by Riders, For Riders
Every kilometre of the APC Rally is the result of years of scouting, refining, and adventure.
John has ridden across more of Australia than most will in a lifetime, and his routes reflect that — the balance of flow, challenge, and raw beauty that defines real adventure riding.
From GPS navigation to rider briefings and gear recommendations, the APC Rally shop and community continue to evolve — built by riders, for riders who still believe in earning the ride.
Ready for the Next Chapter?
The next APC Rally is more than a date on the calendar — it’s an invitation.
Get your mates together. Sort your gear. And take on a ride that’ll push you further than you’ve ever gone before.
Because once you’ve done an APC Rally, the way you see adventure — and yourself — will never be the same again.
Join the legacy.
Explore the APC Rally and discover why, since 2010, it’s been Australia’s ultimate adventure ride.