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Return to Sender Loop
Mountain Biking Trail
Moderate
7.91 mi
1,140 ft
One of Derby's most famous from-town loops.
If you are looking for a fun and fast mountain bike loop in Derby, Tasmania, you should check out the Return to Sender loop with Long Shadows. This loop combines the new Return to Sender trail with the scenic Long Shadows trail, offering a smooth and flowy ride with lots of rock slabs and berms. The ride begins from downtown, climbing uphill on Rusty Crusty, Axehead, and eventually, the Long Shadows trail. Long Shadows is a moderate trail with some switchbacks and rock gardens, and it offers some stunning views of the valley and the mountains. And soon, you'll reach Return to Sender. Return to Sender is a new trail in the Derby network that offers a smooth and flowy ride with lots of rock slabs and berms. It is 5.72 km long and mostly downhill, with gentle to moderate gradients. It starts from the shuttle drop-off point on Cascade Dam Road and finishes on the main street of Derby, opposite the post office - hence the name. As you might have gathered, you could choose to shuttle up to the beginning of the trail instead of pedaling. The trail passes through tall eucalyptus forests and dense pockets of tree-ferns, giving you a sense of being immersed in nature. It has some exposure and speed, but nothing too scary or technical. The trail is rated as more difficult, but it is suitable for intermediate riders who are comfortable with some rock features. The Return to Sender loop with Long Shadows is a must-do for any mountain bike enthusiast visiting Derby. It will give you a taste of the amazing trails that this town has to offer. Sources: Conversation with Bing Written by FATMAP Official
If you are looking for a fun and fast mountain bike loop in Derby, Tasmania, you should check out the Return to Sender loop with Long Shadows. This loop combines the new Return to Sender trail with the scenic Long Shadows trail, offering a smooth and flowy ride with lots of rock slabs and berms. The ride begins from downtown, climbing uphill on Rusty Crusty, Axehead, and eventually, the Long Shadows trail. Long Shadows is a moderate trail with some switchbacks and rock gardens, and it offers some stunning views of the valley and the mountains. And soon, you'll reach Return to Sender. Return to Sender is a new trail in the Derby network that offers a smooth and flowy ride with lots of rock slabs and berms. It is 5.72 km long and mostly downhill, with gentle to moderate gradients. It starts from the shuttle drop-off point on Cascade Dam Road and finishes on the main street of Derby, opposite the post office - hence the name. As you might have gathered, you could choose to shuttle up to the beginning of the trail instead of pedaling. The trail passes through tall eucalyptus forests and dense pockets of tree-ferns, giving you a sense of being immersed in nature. It has some exposure and speed, but nothing too scary or technical. The trail is rated as more difficult, but it is suitable for intermediate riders who are comfortable with some rock features. The Return to Sender loop with Long Shadows is a must-do for any mountain bike enthusiast visiting Derby. It will give you a taste of the amazing trails that this town has to offer. Sources: Conversation with Bing Written by FATMAP Official
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Route and Elevation
Segments
| Name | Distance | Elev. Diff. | Avg. Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Axehead | 1.38 mi | 226 ft | 3.0% |
| Axehead - Long Shadows | 3.82 mi | 860 ft | 4.2% |
| Shadowy Return | 7.59 mi | 846 ft | 0.4% |
| Long Shadows to Jumps Crossing | 1.27 mi | 256 ft | 3.8% |
| Lower Long Shadows | 1.18 mi | 266 ft | 4.2% |
| Long Shadows | 2.38 mi | 594 ft | 4.7% |
| Jumps Traill to Top Creek | 0.66 mi | 249 ft | 7.2% |
| Upper Long Shadows | 1.26 mi | 266 ft | 3.7% |
| Return To Sender | 3.60 mi | -791 ft | -4.0% |
| My Names Buck | 0.28 mi | 26 ft | 1.0% |
| Sender | 3.40 mi | -735 ft | -4.1% |
| Return to Sender A | 3.22 mi | -771 ft | -4.3% |
| Letter Drop | 0.51 mi | -226 ft | -8.3% |
| Snail Mail | 1.08 mi | 144 ft | 2.2% |
| CONSOLIDATED SEGMENT - Express Post | 1.11 mi | -522 ft | -8.9% |
| CONSOLIDATED SEGMENT - RTS Front Face | 1.14 mi | -574 ft | -9.5% |
| SE - Swoopy Boi | 1.12 mi | -472 ft | -8.0% |
| Head Torch | 0.94 mi | -518 ft | -10.5% |
| Old Methodist Trail | 0.28 mi | -180 ft | -11.9% |
| Watering the weed | 0.05 mi | -10 ft | -3.6% |
| Dammed the post | 0.35 mi | -256 ft | -13.6% |
| Dam to double trouble | 0.16 mi | -79 ft | -8.9% |