FAQs
The ride will be held from 13 - 17 September.
The approximate distances are*:
Day 1: 45 km (Kalgoorlie to Coolgardie)
Day 2: 184 km (Coolgardie to Southern Cross)
Day 3: 116 km (Southern Cross to Merredin)
Day 4: 172 km (Merredin to Northam)
Day 5: 81 km (Northam to Parkerville)
The trail is not considered a technical ride but it is varied. There are sections that are rutted and rocky or downhill that you will have to take carefully. Some sections are sandy, uphill (or on the odd occasion, both) and will really test your legs. Other sections will be long and fast and test your physical and mental endurance.
* Route subject to change each year
Not unless you really want to. While we do accept soloists, most participants ride as part of a team in a relay-style to share the load.
You can have up to 5 people in your team. This number has been set based on each support vehicle having room for 5 passengers. If you have more than 5 people wanting to join your team consider splitting into 2 teams.
Conquering the Big Yellow Pipeline Challenge solo is no easy feat so if you are keen to conquer the Pipeline on your own please read here or call 08 9300 2677 to speak with the Youth Futures Team before completing your registration.
Get in touch and we will endeavour to find you some teammates to tackle the Challenge with.
We will order a jersey for you, just include your size on the Rider Information Form.
Yes, but just for the first day when we will be taking a group photo.
The fitter you are the easier it will be to get back on that bike each day. If you are participating as a team you will be able to share the load which makes conquering the Big Yellow Pipeline Challenge an achievable goal for most people. We recommend your training regime includes riding on consecutive days to get your body used to backing it up day after day on the Challenge.
The Challenge is not a race and as long as you take it easy, train beforehand and have no health issues which mean you shouldn’t be exercising, you should be able to complete the ride. If you have any concerns ask your local GP, they will let you know if you should be taking on the Challenge.
Fundraising will commence on Thursday 29 May 2025.
Step 1:
Begin your Big Yellow Pipeline Challenge by signing into the online fundraising page.
Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Page - Teams and Soloists
Start your fundraising journey by setting up your own online fundraising page. If you are part of a team the first person to sign up for the fundraising page can create a team name. Click here to access the Fundraising Page.
Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Page - CEO Challenge Riders
Start your CEO Challenge fundraising journey by setting up your own online fundraising page. Click here to access the CEO Challenge Fundraising Page.
Riders (Soloists and Teams) - $1,700 minimum target
We ask that each rider commits to raising a minimum of $1,700 before setting off from Kalgoorlie on Saturday 13th September.
CEO Challenge Riders - $5,000 minimum target
We know CEOs love to think big, so we are setting a stretch target to make some serious impact for young people in need.
Support Crew - $500 minimum target
We also ask that each support crew member aims to raise $500.
Unlike some rides we won't stop you from taking part or deduct the remainder from your credit card, BUT we do expect everyone to make a concerted effort to fundraise $1,700 in support of young people experiencing homelessness. After all, that's why this ride exists. We understand that fundraising can be overwhelming for some of our riders, so if it looks like you're struggling we'll give you a call in August to touch base. You will also receive a fundraising kit after registration with hints and tips to make your fundraising journey less daunting.
Yes, of course! So for example, if you have a team of three riders, your team would be aiming to raise at least $5,100 in total.
We will have qualified first aid officers available for the duration of the event. Each team is also required to have a fully stocked first aid kit in their support vehicle at all times. We recommend the St John’s Small Leisure Kit or Medium Leisure Kit which can be purchased here.
All participants under the age of 18 at the time of the event will require parent/guardian consent and will need to be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the event.
Rider packs will be available for Perth Metro participants during the week prior to the event. All other riders can collect their packs on Day One prior to the briefing which starts at 11.30 am sharp.
The simple answer is no. The pipeline frequently goes underground, sometimes there are no access tracks and at other times it runs directly alongside roads and the main highway, however most of the Challenge is along the pipeline. For safety and logistical reasons there are times when you will be on bush trails, railway access tracks, dirt roads and occasionally bitumen when entering and leaving town sites.
Yes it certainly does. This is what makes the Big Yellow Pipeline Challenge great- you will have access to trails that just can't be ridden outside of this event! We have been given permission, with certain conditions, to access the pipeline when it goes through private property. Vehicles will need to keep below 40 km/h, gates will need to be left as you found them (usually opened and closed when accessing the trail), and vehicles must keep to the trail and be mindful of any livestock that may be on the property.
Yes! We understand this makes the Big Yellow Pipeline Challenge more achievable for some, so e-bikes are allowed on the track however will need to ride at a speed safe for the conditions with maximum speeds of 25 km/hr on roads and 40 km/hr at any other time (unless otherwise signposted along the track). Please note, e-bike riders will likely be set off in the later than other participants to allow organisers to set each day's signage.
The Big Yellow Pipeline Challenge isn’t a race but we will have volunteers timing your team’s ride and will make this information available each night.
According to the Australian Tax Office all donations of $2 or more are tax deductible however raffle ticket and merchandise sales are not considered donations and as such are not tax deductible.
Please refer to the event Terms and Conditions.
We have a number of cash and in-kind partnership opportunities available. If you would like to know more please call us on 08 9300 2677 or contact us. The Big Yellow Challenge also provides your team with a fun way to bond while giving back to the community so consider getting a corporate team together to take on the Pipeline.
Then email or call us on 08 9300 2677.
Of course! If you'd like to join us at the event in September you're welcome to travel to Kalgoorlie at your own accord.
The Pipeline Challenge was first established in 2015 making this year the 10th Anniversary ride!