2026 Hanging Rock Handicap

SATURDAY
THE 28TH OF
February 2026

AUSTRALIA’S BIGGEST AND BEST GRASS-ROOTS WOMEN’S CYCLING RACE

Welcome to the 2026 edition, brought to you by the same crack team from Hawthorn Cycling Club and friends, featuring the same scenic venue and great race vibes.

Great value racing, and a massive stash of cash and non-cash prizes, thanks to our generous sponsors, including Giant Hampton, Pedla, and more.

2024 participants, rated the event 4.7 out of 5 stars!

  • About

    A 65km women’s only handicap race on quiet rolling roads around picturesque Hanging Rock, Newham and Lancefield, only one hour from Melbourne. Two laps of a great course – click here to view.

    For experienced and novice racers alike.

    More details can be found on the FAQ page.

    Entries are now open, click on the ‘Enter Here’ button below.

  • Questions

    Have a question? In the first instance, please take the time to have a look at the FAQ page.

    Facebook event: coming soon
    Email: hangingrock@hawthorncycling.org


    All photos on the Hanging Rock Handicap pages are by Henry Yates

  • Sponsors

    The Hanging Rock Handicap is only made possible by the generous support of our sponsors Giant Hampton, Pedla and Schwalbe.

  • Participant Quotes

    Some quotes from 2024 participants:

    “It was absolutely fantastic to race in a women’s only event. Such an awesome vibe when the road is filled with women only and everyone was really encouraging!”

    “I had such a great time for the first race I'd ever entered into. I think the handicaps groups were really well placed.”

    “Thanks! Hawthorn club is doing an outstanding job in supporting women's riding. I'm going to join the club next year because of this!

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Some History and Previous Results

A little history…Drawing on years of experience in participating in and helping organise races, our vision was to create a fun, challenging and, above all, inclusive race. From the first event in 2019 we knew we had all the ingredients right, and the women’s riding community of Victoria have given it the big thumbs up.

Check out this cool video click here; thanks to Cameron Hales .