Become a Member
Join The Cairns Mountain Bike Club today
Why Join the Cairns Mountain Bike Club?
More epic trails to ride
Become a part of the Legacy
A stronger more connected riding community
The chance to directly support the future of Mountain biking in Cairns
Membership Options
Choose the option that fits your cycling ambitions—both support Smithfield trails and local MTB riders.
Club-Only Membership
Free
Non-riding
- Support your local club
- Access Member Discounts
- Insurance coverage*
Club + AusCycling Lifestyle
$129
Lifestyle
- 24/7 Public Liability Insurance
- Monthly payment options
- Access Member Discounts
Club + Racing Membership
$244
Lifestyle Basic
- Race BMX, BMX Freestyle, CX and MTB
- 24/7 Public Liability Insurance
- 24/7 Basic Personal Accident Insurance
Step-by-Step
How to Join
Step 1: Discover & Connect
Visit cairnsmtb.com to explore our trails, upcoming events, and Cairns MTB riding community. Attend a social ride or skills clinic to experience what Cairns Mountain Bike Club is all about.
Step 2: Choose Your Membership
Select the right membership for your riding style:
- Club-Only Membership: $30 per year for access to social rides, special events, and trail maintenance days.
- Add AusCycling: Extra insurance coverage and race licensing, required for competitive and club racing participants.
Step 3: Sign Up Online
Simply register on the Auscycling website.
Find your level of volunteer membership / insurance / race licence you require.
(Hot tip! - you can sign up for monthly payments and upgrade or downgrade as required - as you’ll need a race license to sign up to any of our races * or you can get a one day event license each time)
https://auscycling.org.au/become-a-member
Fill out our secure online form and complete easy online payment in minutes.

(*here be sure to select QLD clubs and then head to Cairns Mountain Bike Club Inc in the drop down menu).
Then fill in your Member details
- Contact Email
- Phone
- Date of Birth
- Street, City, State, Postcode
- Emergency contact person / Emergency contact number
- & How did you hear about us?
Then feel great about being a part of the MTB community in Cairns, FNQ.
Your $$ and support goes back into maintaining the trails, making sure that our riders voices are heard and supporting all things MTB in our region.
Step 4: Get Involved
Volunteer with the club. Join a working bee, help out at events, assist with coaching, or lend a hand at our many social activities.
Step 5: Start Riding & Racing
Enjoy club-organized skills clinics, social rides, plus regular events like Enduro, Downhill, and Women’s Only mountain bike races.
2025 Working Bee Calendar
(*example)
Location: Smithfield Mountain Bike Park
Time: Sundays, 7:00 am – 10:00 am
Gloves, tools, and good vibes supplied!
Monthly trail-care and maintenance sessions, open to all skill levels.
Just meet up, sign in and follow trail maintenance leaders direction.
| Month | Focus |
| January | Post-rain drainage clean-up |
| February | Wet-season trail repairs |
| March | Pre-season safety checks & adopt a trail training |
| April | Rock-armoring key sections |
| May | Trail sign refresh |
| June | Women's Trail Care Day |
| July | Full track inspection/audit |
| August | Enduro/DH track prep |
| September | Spring clean-up |
| October | Interschools dig day |
| November | Brushcutting overgrowth |
| December | Trailhead/clubhouse cleanup |
Ready to Ride? Join Now!
Become a member of Far North Queensland’s best MTB community. Support the trails you ride—be a part of something bigger!
FAQs
What are the benefits of joining Cairns Mountain Bike Club?
- Membership dollars will go towards maintaining Trails at Smithfield MTB Park.
- Your $30 club membership keeps our local MTB events rolling
- Access to social rides, and skills coaching days for members
- Be a part of an active, passionate and friendly community
Is Cairns Mountain Bike Club good for beginners?
- Absolutely - The club caters for all ages & skill levels. Skills coaching and social ride guides welcome new members. We proudly have always had a high percentage (above national average) female participation in our club events nd welcome adaptive, eMTB riders and those just getting started in the sport of MTB. The club promotes a fun atmosphere at events
How Can I get involved?
- Become a member - Memberships and race entries go directly to the trail fund - you don’t have to ride to become a member there are tiered memberships for everyone.
- Sponsor and partner - local businesses and supporters of MTB can boost both their brand and the biking community
- Volunteer - grab a shovel, marshal at an event or lend your skills - there’s a role for everyone.
Do I need insurance to join or race?
- Club only (or non-riding) membership is perfect for the social casual riders and volunteers looking to give back to the trails -
- Visit the Auscycling membership page to ensure you can access all of the information on adding insurance/ race licenses for social and non competitive riders.
Can I volunteer with the club?
- Yes! There are opportunities in trail building, event management, coaching, and community support.
What Membership level do I need to participate in local events?
- Race Off-Road License is the membership you need if you participate in any regionally significant races run by the club or other MTB events.
- If you just want to participate in local CLUB ONLY events you can soon nominate this for a lesser insurance level in your membership - keep your eyes out on new information early 2026.
What Membership level do you recommend if I just like to ride but I want the perks of looking out for the trails & social rides?
- Lifestyle membership is recommended if you attend rides when there are others organising and you get the benefits of Auscycling memberperks.
What membership is there for me if I don’t ride but I want to give support to the club?
- Non-riding membership is for those volunteers that give back to the club but don’t ride anymore or participate in our events - it might be committee members, or those that just want to give back to trail-stewardship at our Trailcare days.
- Volunteer at our events or open days, learn new skills such as trail building, marshalling, course marking, timing, meet new people, join the Cairns Mtb Crew & have some fun!



