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1,939 ft
Distance
21 ft
Climb
-90 ft
Descent
00:02:06
Avg time
-69 ft
Altitude change
1,129 ft
Altitude min
1,198 ft
Altitude max
1,198 ft
Altitude start
1,129 ft
Altitude end
-3.6%
Grade
-20.6%
Grade max
17.7%
Grade min
377 ft
Distance climb
1,257 ft
Distance down
305 ft
Distance flat
00:02:06
Avg time

Launch Control Details

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    • Mountain Bike
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  • Local Popularity
    95 in Mountain Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #129165 in Mountain Biking
  • Trail Type
    Machine Groomed
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
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  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Drop, Jump, Gap Jump

Fast, wide and flowy trail containing multiple dirt jumps, berms, drops and a timber ramp jump with A and B lines. Links La Cabra climb trail to the Rock and Rollers descent rail.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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Dec 14, 2025 @ 12:52pm (Australia/Melbourne)
Dec 13, 2025
Minor erosion in parts.
Jan 16, 2022 @ 3:52pm
Jan 16, 2022
Last berm in Launch Control before joining Rock n Roller full of water. Very washed out just before the last creek crossing at the end of the track.
Dec 5, 2021 @ 10:43pm
Dec 5, 2021
Oct 22, 2021 @ 4:30pm
Oct 22, 2021
May 23, 2021 @ 1:52am
May 23, 2021
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        Directions to launch-control trailhead (-36.118130, 146.805290)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Launch Control

        Where is Launch Control located?
        Launch Control is located in Wodonga, Australia. It is part of the Wodonga trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -36.11813, 146.80529.
        How hard is Launch Control?
        Launch Control is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 3.6%.
        What is the elevation gain for Launch Control?
        Launch Control has 21 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 90 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,129 ft to 1,198 ft.
        Is Launch Control a point to point trail?
        Yes, Launch Control is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is machine groomed.
        How long is Launch Control?
        Launch Control is 1,939 ft long. The trail type is machine groomed.
        Are dogs allowed on Launch Control?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Launch Control. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        When is the best time of year to ride Launch Control?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Launch Control are:
        • June (25 activities)
        • February (11 activities)
        • May (7 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        How do I access Launch Control? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Launch Control are: View all parking locations in the area.
        How long does it take to ride Launch Control?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 2 minutes to ride Launch Control. The trail is 1,939 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        How busy is Launch Control?
        Launch Control is a very popular trail. There have been 724 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1,012 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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