Pump track opens in Echuca East

By Ryan Bellingham

Nov 28, 2024

A new bike pump track has been officially opened in Echuca East. Photo by Supplied

Campaspe Shire Council announced the opening of a bike pump track in Echuca East on Wednesday, November 27.

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The pump track project at the former Echuca East Recreation Reserve is the fourth and final stage of redevelopment at the site as part of a council strategy.

The Echuca East Reserve Master Plan 2016-2025 was outlined to meet the needs of existing user groups and identify new opportunities for other users.

A council spokesperson said the plan presented an opportunity to review the facilities with the intention of creating a community hub that met existing and future needs of residents.

A bike pump track is designed to be used without pedalling a bike if ridden correctly.

Previous redevelopments have been undertaken at the Echuca East Recreation Reserve, with the track marking the project’s end. Photo by Supplied

Community consultation was undertaken as part of the plan, with feedback identifying a preference for a redevelopment of the area.

The fourth stage of redevelopments began in mid-June this year with tree removal, followed by construction of a bike skills area and the pump track.

Irrigation and drainage works were also completed, as well as work on a network of connecting paths in the area.

A pump track is a loop with a series of rollers and berms (banked turns) that, when ridden properly, does not require pedalling a bike.

Previous stages of the master plan included the construction of a multi-purpose building and play space, dog zones and open spaces, and car parking on Sutton St.

A bike maintenance stand and water fountain will be installed at the site in the near future.