LIFE IN THE PELOTON BACKYARD TOURS

CUSTOM CYCLING ADVENTURES BY MITCH DOCKER

Are you keen to round up your crew for a proper cycling getaway?

Well, you’re in luck! Me and the Life In The Peloton gang are now putting together tailor-made cycling adventures to suit whatever riding you’ve been dreaming about.

Want a birthday ride to remember? Planning a getaway on the bikes with your mates? Want to add some two-wheeled fun to your next work trip? From epic High Country showdowns on the mighty Falls Creek climb, to getting off the beaten path on some gravel out in your own backyard - whatever your vibe, we’ll make it happen.

Always dreamed of a once-in-a-lifetime experience on the bike?

Drop us a line at events@lifeinthepeloton.com with your idea, and we’ll help bring it to life.

Or alternatively check out our existing adventures to choose the one with your name written all over it!

Let’s ride.

RIDE 35: NEW ZEALAND EAST CAPE GRAVEL ADVENTURE

5 Days | 550km | Gravel, Road & Raw Beauty

Keen to get properly off the grid? Ride 35 is our big one, a 5-day gravel adventure through the wild, remote East Cape of Aotearoa (New Zealand). From Gisborne to the edge of the map, this ride takes you across sealed roads, gritty gravel, and winding coastal tracks through landscapes that feel almost untouched, all with the Pacific Ocean never far from sight. It’s raw, rugged, and absolutely unreal.

But Ride 35 isn’t just about the kms. This is an experience steeped in Māori culture, deep community connection, and the kind of riding that sticks with you long after your legs recover.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

From smooth tarmac to loose gravel and everything in between, you’ll cover 550km through one of the most scenic corners of the Southern Hemisphere.
We’ll sort shared accommodation each night (and yep, private upgrades are on the table too if that’s more your thing).
You’ll be well-fed the whole way! We’re talking proper meals, good coffee, and no riding hungry.
Ride leaders on the road, the LITP van in your corner, and a crew to keep everything rolling smooth, all you have to do is ride.
We’ve built this trip with a real focus on connection; with the people, the places, and your fellow riders. Expect local stories, community moments, and shared memories over a cold one at day’s end.

Ride 35 is not your average bike trip.

It’s a proper adventure, a once-in-a-lifetime kind that starts with a sunrise over the ocean and ends with tired legs, full hearts, and a new story to tell.

This is limited to once a year, so don’t muck about, events@lifeinthepeloton.com.

MAWSON TRAIL: SA’S BIG GRAVEL EPIC

7 Days | 900km | Dirt Roads, Wild Ranges & Fine Feeds

This is the big one! A once-a-year gravel expedition that rolls from the Adelaide Hills all the way up to the ancient Flinders Ranges. The Mawson Trail is South Australia in all its rugged, raw, and red-dirt glory. And we’re riding the whole thing.

Over 7 massive days and nearly 900 km of riding, you’ll tackle winding dirt roads, long open stretches, and big country climbs. But don’t worry, this trip isn’t just about going deep in the pain cave. Each night ends in style, with chef-prepared dinners, local wines, and a proper place to rest the legs.

It’s dusty, it’s tough, it’s a bit fancy.. and it’s one hell of a ride.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT

From leafy wine country to outback scrub, this is a coast-to-ranges odyssey across one of the most iconic off-road routes in the country.
After a long day in the saddle, settle in with a glass of SA’s best and a meal that’ll make you forget you’re technically on a “bikepacking” trip.
We’ll take care of logistics, gear transport, meals, and accommodation. All you’ve got to do is turn the pedals and soak it all in.
The LITP van will be rolling with you! Mechanical help, snacks, or just a friendly face on a tough climb.
We’re with you on the road, keeping the good vibes rolling and the morale high (especially on Day 5 when it all starts to feel a bit real).

One Week. One Trail. One Unforgettable Ride.

This isn’t an everyday tour. It’s a once-a-year journey across some of the most soul-stirring landscapes in Australia. It is made for riders who like their gravel with a side of grit and a touch of class.

Hit us up at events@lifeinthepeloton.com to lock in your spot on the Mawson Trail.

HIGH COUNTRY ALPINE TOUR: RIDE BIG, REST EASY

4 Days | 350km | Climb. Dine. Unwind.

This is the tour riders talk about for years.

Four days in Victoria’s stunning High Country, where you’ll ride some of Australia’s most iconic alpine roads by day and live the good life by night.

From the twisting ascent of Falls Creek to the white-knuckle descent off Mt Hotham, the riding is next-level. But what really sets this trip apart? Luxury accommodation, unreal food, and afternoons spent exactly how you want, at a winery, a cheeky hit of golf, a craft brewery, or feet up by the river.

It’s that perfect balance of effort and ease. A long weekend that leaves the legs tired and the soul topped up.

WHAT THE RIDE IS ALL ABOUT

Falls Creek, Hotham, Buffalo. If you know, you know. These roads are the stuff of Aussie cycling legend.
We’re talking boutique hotels, hot showers, and a proper bed after a big day in the saddle. No roughing it here.
Three-course dinners, post-ride grazing, local wines and craft beers. We’ll feed you well and finish every day with a touch of class.
Whether you want to sip wine in Bright, visit a brewery, or just chill by the river, the afternoons are yours.
We’ll take care of all the moving parts. LITP crew, event van, on-road support, rider insurance. It’s all in place so you can focus on riding and relaxing.
Bring your bunch, bring the whole crew! Or just join the ride solo and meet a bunch of legends along the way.

Ride Hard. Eat Well. Sleep Deep. Repeat.

Our High Country Alpine Tour blends the best of Aussie riding with the kind of post-ride experience you actually want. It’s the cycling trip your legs will remember... and your taste buds will thank you for.

Drop us a line at events@lifeinthepeloton.com to build your group’s custom alpine escape.

BACKYARD GRAVEL ESCAPES: DIRT, DETOURS & GOOD COMPANY

3–4 Days | Custom Routes | Local Gravel, LITP Style

Sometimes the best rides aren’t on the other side of the world — they’re just down the road, if you know where to look. Our Backyard Gravel Escapes are all about that: getting off the main drag and into the good stuff. Fire trails, ridgelines, creek crossings, wide open paddocks, this is Aussie gravel at its finest.

These trips are built to bring you and your crew together for a few days of proper riding, local stories, and the kind of post-ride beverages and hangs that remind you why you started riding in the first place.

No pressure, no racing. Just dirt, discovery, and a whole lot of fun.

WHAT IT IS ALL ABOUT

We’ll design routes tailored to your region, or take you somewhere new. Think forest fire roads, hidden climbs, and those side trails you’ve always wondered about.
Stay somewhere comfy and low-key with your crew. We’ll line up accommodation to suit your vibe.
No one’s going hungry. From big breakfasts to post-ride feasts, we’ll keep everyone fuelled and focused on the fun.
Ride guides, a support van, mechanical help, snacks, we’re with you the whole way. Even when you miss that “obvious” left turn.
Our crew knows the lines, the views, and the sneaky detours that make a ride unforgettable.

Culture, Crew & Community

These trips are more than just riding. They’re about connection to place, to people, to your love of the bike.

Simple, Local, Unforgettable

Backyard Gravel Escapes are proof that you don’t need a passport for a proper adventure. Just a bike, some mates, and the right crew to show you the way.

Want to ride your own backyard? Or discover someone else’s? — events@lifeinthepeloton.com

CUSTOM CYCLING ADVENTURES: HOSTED BY MITCH & THE LITP CREW

Tailored Rides | Big Vibes | Hosted by the People Who Love It Most

Want to go on the kind of ride that ends in laughs, stories, tired legs, and full hearts? You’re in the right place.

This is your chance to build your own Life in the Peloton experience, a custom cycling trip hosted by Mitch Docker and the crew behind the pod. We’ll help you plan it, ride it, and remember it. Whether it’s a weekend with mates, a special birthday bash, or a team trip that trades boardrooms for big climbs.

You bring the idea. We’ll bring the roadmaps, the van, and the good times.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

Yep, I’ll be out there riding with you, sharing stories, setting the pace (or sitting on the wheel), and hanging out post-ride. It’s like an episode of the pod, but with a whole lot more sweat and snacks.
We’ll build rides around your group, your goals and your vibe. From big-mountain road trips to dusty gravel escapes. Want wineries in the afternoon? Got it. Bakery tour? We’re into it.
Luxury digs, shared lodges, whatever suits your style. With proper meals, local produce, and cold beers waiting at the end of each day.
Our team will handle the logistics, transport, on-road support, and all the things you don’t want to worry about when you’re trying to enjoy the ride.
Whether it’s 6 mates or 50 riders, we’ll make it work. We’ll even set up a custom event portal so your crew can register, pay, and pick their swag.

Ride with Mitch. Ride Your Way.

These trips are all about connection, to the road, to your crew, and to the ride itself.

Got an idea?

Drop us a line at events@lifeinthepeloton.com and we’ll help you bring it to life.