The morning light was incredible, getting us amped up for race day.

Chittering gets pretty damn cold in winter… ankle deep in a frosty field.

A wise man once said: “f/8, and be there”

The local bush chook made an appearance. The legenday 3 Chillies Farm teasing in the background

The scenic backdrop made the push up a little easier

Luke Ball was up to speed by his first run, making his return to racing since he injured himself at this same track earlier this year

Aaron Leagas, 14 and blowing minds. This fast kid’s showing all the signs of becoming the next Sam Hill

The grassy sections of track were super greasy and played havoc with the riders

Cutting it fine

Clint Barker slides ‘er round the last corner of the track

Walshy making easy work of the track

A wall of rain came up the valley just in time to soak Luke in his first race run

Jordy Prochyra was killing it all day, showing up most riders - without a chain

First race back and on the hunt

Two race-run flats and 0.5 seconds off the u19 win; a bittersweet day for Alex Jaeger

A great return from injury for Luke, taking the top step! Adrian Walsh and Daniel Woodward rounding out the podium