Get Ready for Methanol-Fueled, Nitrous-Induced, and Fiery Action!
Welcome to the thrilling world of beach racing, where passion meets adrenaline and innovation takes center stage! At our upcoming event, you'll witness the culmination of countless hours poured into race bikes, showcasing world-class modifications and unique designs that are bound to leave you in awe.
From modified street bikes equipped with Nob Tyres to powerful 4-strokes sporting side-hanging turbos, and even duel carbureted, fuel-injected, and nitrous-powered 500cc dirt bikes, the variety and ingenuity on display will be nothing short of extraordinary. Can you really afford to miss out on such an exhilarating experience?
The dedication and passion of the competitors have led to moments of great triumph as well as heartbreak, as some bikes push the limits while others face challenges in going the distance. Will the ultimate winner be a street bike ingeniously converted into a hybrid beach racing machine? Or perhaps one of the heavily modified dirt bikes will steal the show? Maybe it will be the rider who fearlessly handles the duel carbureted, fuel-injected, nitrous-powered 500cc beast? Or could it be the one who, against all odds, finished assembling their bike just the day before?
Picture the scene: a crowd of around 5,000 people on their feet, roaring with excitement from the mainland. The atmosphere is electrifying, and you won't want to miss a single moment of it. Join us at Grasstree Beach on the date to be confirmed and witness firsthand as the 2023 "King of the Beach" is crowned.
Don't wait any longer – mark your calendar, rally your friends, and get ready to immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience. Stay tuned for further updates and be prepared to witness the raw power, fearless riders, and breathtaking speed that define the world of beach racing.
See you at the beach!
Welcome to the thrilling world of beach racing, where passion meets adrenaline and innovation takes center stage! At our upcoming event, you'll witness the culmination of countless hours poured into race bikes, showcasing world-class modifications and unique designs that are bound to leave you in awe.
From modified street bikes equipped with Nob Tyres to powerful 4-strokes sporting side-hanging turbos, and even duel carbureted, fuel-injected, and nitrous-powered 500cc dirt bikes, the variety and ingenuity on display will be nothing short of extraordinary. Can you really afford to miss out on such an exhilarating experience?
The dedication and passion of the competitors have led to moments of great triumph as well as heartbreak, as some bikes push the limits while others face challenges in going the distance. Will the ultimate winner be a street bike ingeniously converted into a hybrid beach racing machine? Or perhaps one of the heavily modified dirt bikes will steal the show? Maybe it will be the rider who fearlessly handles the duel carbureted, fuel-injected, nitrous-powered 500cc beast? Or could it be the one who, against all odds, finished assembling their bike just the day before?
Picture the scene: a crowd of around 5,000 people on their feet, roaring with excitement from the mainland. The atmosphere is electrifying, and you won't want to miss a single moment of it. Join us at Grasstree Beach on the date to be confirmed and witness firsthand as the 2023 "King of the Beach" is crowned.
Don't wait any longer – mark your calendar, rally your friends, and get ready to immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience. Stay tuned for further updates and be prepared to witness the raw power, fearless riders, and breathtaking speed that define the world of beach racing.
See you at the beach!
History of the Beach Races
Welcome to a time-honored tradition that dates back almost a century. Picture this: a group of adventurous Mackay locals, armed with their bikes and a couple of marker barrels, gathered at Bucasia Beach to indulge in the thrill of racing against their mates. The unbeatable combination of revving their motorcycles to the limit on the sandy shores next to the roaring ocean sparked the birth of the Mackay Beach Race concept.
Now, ninety-six years later, the 2022 Bullet Bikes Motorcycle Beach Races are set to propel this tradition of "motion by the ocean" into the future. Brace yourself for an unforgettable event happening on Sunday, July 10, at the stunning Grasstree Beach.
Organized by the passionate Gum Valley Motorcycle Club and supported by Mackay Regional Council and a host of local businesses, this iconic event stands as the last of its kind in Australia and one of the few remaining in the world. Only the two world wars have halted the beach races, which evolved from a casual social gathering into a charity benefit day for crippled children in the early 1950s and later transformed into an ambulance benefit meeting for the Mackay club during the 70s.
Since the 1970s, when it found its picturesque home at Grasstree Beach, located just 35 kilometers south of Mackay, this event has become a beloved local institution. In 2016, Gum Valley Motorcycle Club took over the reins, garnering support from numerous local sponsors and community groups to keep the legacy alive.
Today, Mackay has become an annual Mecca for Australia's fastest "sultans of slide," showcasing an array of souped-up and modified dirt bikes, street bikes, and quads. Prepare for a heart-pumping showdown as the four-time beach race champion and top-tier Townsville competitor, Damo Koppe, returns to defend his title against a fierce lineup of contenders. The stage is set for an adrenaline-fueled battle that will leave you on the edge of your seat.
Don't miss your chance to experience the legacy, the speed, and the pure excitement of the Mackay Beach Races. Join us on July 10 at Grasstree Beach and immerse yourself in a world where tradition meets adrenaline. It's time to unleash the thrill!
Steve Dinsdale Memorial
The "King of the Beach" trophy is dedicated to Steve Dinsdale who was a tireless and passionate supporter of the Beach Races, making sure it happened every year. That is why we try so hard to continue his legacy.
Steve Dinsdale took up motocross in 1977 at the age of 12 and quickly proved his talent by winning numerous Central Queensland titles. He went on to win nine Queensland titles and took out Mackay's most famous race, the iconic "King of the Beach" at Grasstree, three times on a stock bike. He made a comeback to riding in 1987 when he placed fourth in the Australian Mr Motocross Series, which could be described as his major achievement in racing.
Steve was Gum Valley’s inaugural president and one of the club’s founders. He was active in all aspects of racing in the CQ area from coaching, track preparation and club official’s duties as well as a well-known respected racer. We miss you mate.