The Manjimup Trail Bike Hub Association
The Manjimup Trail Bike Hub Inc was established as an incorporated association in January 2019.
The objects of the Association are to support the Manjimup Trail Bike Hub to become the region’s main destination for trail bike riding by doing the following:
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Working with the land managers and Manjimup community to manage, maintain and develop the Hub concept, the trails and trailheads;
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Recruiting, training, coordinating and assisting the Foundation’s volunteers;
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Providing direction for the ongoing maintenance, development and management of the Hub;
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Raising revenue for the development, maintenance, management, sustainability and promotion of the trails, trailheads and facilities;
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Promoting and encouraging people to visit the Manjimup region and use the trails and contribute to growth in the local economy;
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Fostering an appreciation of the unique environmental qualities of the region;
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Educating trails users and promoting respectful and environmentally sensitive rider behaviour;
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Providing, and helping people who provide, services and facilities for people who want to use and who use the trails.
VISION
Manjimup is a place where trail bike riders feel welcomed and have a high-quality trails experience exploring the forest. It is a favorite regular destination for Western Australian riders, and a ‘must-do’ experience for riders outside the state.
MISSION
Manjimup will have an international reputation as a pioneer in trail bike adventure-tourism and as a location offering excellent adventure bike routes and trail bike trails. It will provide a genuine trail exploration experience for riders and families.
The Manjimup community and economy will appreciate the benefits brought to the town and Shire through this initiative and will be proactive and innovative in developing new services. Riders will show their appreciation for the trails and facilities by respecting the environment, engaging in volunteer trails maintenance work and supporting the local economy with their custom.
The not-for-profit Association will manage, maintain and develop the Hub concept, the trails and trailheads. For the sustainable management of the Hub, it seeks to raise revenue and promote the Hub to drive visitation to the region. The Association’s committee consists of local and regional volunteers and business owners passionate about trail bike riding and the economic prosperity of the South West.
The Committee
Sam Karamfiles
Chair
Appointed:
January 2019
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Regan Smithies
Committee
Appointed:
Co-opted Feb25
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Rick Gill
Committee
Appointed:
January 2019
What type of riding do you enjoy?
Adventure riding & trailbike riding (trails and single tracks)
Why is this project important to you?
I’ve been in the off-road/enduro scene for a while. I’ve always dreamt of a planned and challenging trail from Perth to Manjimup that has the blessing of landowners, similar to Bib track and Munda Biddi trails. I love the South West bush and really enjoy sharing it.
Your riding and professional experience?
Is there a life outside of riding? Former multi-time Enduro state champion, 8 times competitor and gold medal Australian 4 day Enduro, 4 time competitor International 6 day Enduro and Silver medal winner, organiser and coordinator for numerous Enduro’s and organised trail rides, founder of the Capel 200 trail ride, Member of state government advisory committee advising Minister for Local Government on Off Road Vehicle areas, Committee member Recreational Trailbike Riders Assoc, Board director of Speedway MC Club WA, Former CEO Motorcycling WA.
Mal Sykes
Deputy Chair
Appointed:
January 2019
What type of riding do you enjoy?
Off road adventure rides, Enduro Type trails and single tracks.
Why is this project important to you?
I am originally from Manjimup, am a motorcycle enthusiast and want to help provide a much needed outlet for the motorcycling community, whilst also providing opportunities and growth for Manjimup and the surrounding communities through this unique tourism opportunity.
Your riding and professional experience?
Started my own business 2004 in Perth. In 2011 took the business national with warehouses around Australia. Sold to an International company in 2023.I'm still involved in business and I love developing people and ideas. I own a farm in the Manjimup region and have been spending more time working on this recently. I try to ride off road at least once per week.
Peter Puttick
Committee
Appointed:
January 2019
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Wayne Gosper
Committee
Appointed:
January 2019
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Dan Perkins
Committee
Appointed:
January 2019
What type of riding do you enjoy?
Originally a competition Motocross and Enduro rider and in recent years enjoying multi day and new destination Adventure Bike Riding.
Why is this project important to you?
A fully resourced and functional trail bike hub in Manjimup will tap into a significant cohort of recreational motorcycle riders in Southwest WA.
The activity facilitated by the hub will not only provide a destination and purpose for those engaged in trail riding but will also deliver measurable activity and economic benefit to the tourism and service provider businesses in the region.
Your riding and professional experience?
If only time permitted more riding! However teenage children, managing a construction company and maintaining a farm in the Preston Valley utilises my time. Although, an occasional overseas Adventure Ride seems to be able to be accommodated!
Ros Edwardes
Committee
Appointed:
December 2024
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Ryan Booth
Committee
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