Partners of Awesomeness
TRAIL EVENTS DON'T HAPPEN WITHOUT PARTNERS. YOU MAY KNOW THEM AS 'SPONSORS'. BUT WE PREFER PARTNERS - THEY'RE NOT JUST FLIPPING A FEW PRIZES OUR WAY AND CROSSING THEIR FINGERS. NOPE, THEY GET THEIR FEET DIRTY WITH US, BECAUSE THEY LOVE THE SINGLE TRACK LIFE AS MUCH AS WE DO.
THEY ARE DUE OUR THANKS AND WE RECKON, IF YOU HAPPEN TO BE IN THE MARKET FOR WHAT THEY OFFER, SHOW SOME ROUNDABOUTS AND CHECK THEM OUT. AFTER ALL, WE ONLY PARTNER UP WITH THE BEST...
SALOMON
They may have started with ski bindings and snow slashing kit back in 1947, but in Australia, Salomon is most strongly associated with trail running. Indeed, it was Salomon who instigated Australia's first trail running series in partnership with event company Rapid Ascent, way back in 2011. Go to any trail running gathering these days and you'll see mostly the Big S on feet (shoes), on backs (hydro packs), on legs and arms (shorts and tees and tops and wet weather jackets), such is the trail tribe's loyalty to quality kit. With their main man Kilian leading from up high, and a bunch of local top enders including the Fest's own pointy-end player Majell Backhausen leading the way, we're stoked to have Salomon and their crew on board to help grow the Fest. www.salomon.com/au/
WARBURTON VALLEY CEDA
Warburton Valley CEDA (Community Economic Development Association) Inc, formerly Warburton & District Chamber of Commerce & Industry, is a not-for-profit organisation focused on the economic interests of the communities in the Warburton Valley. The region represents a 60-kilometre journey from Lilydale to the Upper Yarra Dam and includes towns such as Wandin, Seville, Woori Yallock, Launching Place, Yarra Junction, Warburton and surrounds. Warburton Valley CEDA and its members passion and energy have been instrumental in bringing the Warburton Trail Fest to life.
WARBURTON ADVENTURE CO
Experts in adventure and experts in the Warburton Valley. From lilo sledding the Yarra River, to bike rides to the Redwoods, caving, abseiling and paddling, plus hikes and more…if you want outside adventures in the ‘Valley’ Warburton Adventure is your go to. They also are presenting partners in our Lilo Derby and you can HIRE YOUR LILO for the event from them (and they are the best lilies purpose-built for winning the derby. And surviving the rocky bits.
TAILWIND NUTRITION AUSTRALIA
We're super excited to have Tailwind Nutrition Australia on board as our hydration sponsor. A force in the endurance scene, Tailwind’s potent energy and electrolytes are all you need to go all day on trail. No juggling gels, pills, or chews—just pour, shake, and go. Most drinks require you to supplement calories and don’t contain anywhere near the electrolytes needed to replace what you sweat out. Tailwind’s fuel can meet your complete calorie needs, and sipping it regularly gives you steady energy all day. Tailwind also has a full complement of electrolytes that mimic the composition and proportions of sweat, so you don't have to take separate electrolyte pills to make up for what's not in your drink. Check in to any of the event's hydration stations and you'll get a taste of what Tailwind is all about.
T8 APPAREL
Famous for their Sherpa Running Shorts and matching Commando Run Underwear, T8 Apparel also stocks a range of lightweight, super-wicking tees and socks, with a dash of flair for good measure, all designed to keep you chafe and rub free on the trails. The shorts also feature built in cargo belt, perfect for stashing water flask, nutrition, snake bandage and other on run goodies.
SILVA COFFEE
Silva Coffee is an award winning family owned coffee roastery located in Warburton in the Yarra Valley. It offers a delicious range of freshly roasted specialty and organic coffee. Now boasting a 40-strong commercial client base of cafes and restaurants in the outer east, including the Yarra Valley, Ringwood, Croydon, Warrandyte South and Mitcham, owners Cleo and Wayne Silva are doing what they love. The couple started roasting coffee as Silva Yarra Valley Coffee Roasters on their 2.02ha property in Warburton about six years ago. In 2015 they expanded to a Wesburn factory where they’re now part of the tourist trail. And this year they will be supporters of the Warburton Trail Fest, serving up the best caffeine fix at our start/finish line!