Membership
Join RATS Cycling Club
Becoming a member of the RATS Cycling Club is more than just signing up — it’s joining a welcoming community of riders of all ages and abilities who love riding, keeping fit and active. By joining you’ll help us grow the sport we love, support local trails, and ensure our riding network remains sustainable, safe and fun for everyone.
Membership comes with a whole range of benefits, including:
Group Rides: Join structured training sessions, social rides, and community events that cater to all skill levels.
- RATS Central Facebook Group: Connect, share tips, and stay up-to-date with the latest club news, events, and trail updates.
Insurance Cover: Ride with confidence knowing you’re protected while participating in club activities.
Exclusive Events & Discounts: Enjoy special club events, discounted race entry and offers from our sponsors.
Volunteer & Trail Care Opportunities: Make a real impact by helping maintain and improve trails for the whole community. By join you help build a stronger voice when RATS advocates for new and improved trails.
And much more!
Whether you’re chasing speed, adventure, skill progression, or just want to meet other riders who share your passion, RATS is the place to be.
Ready to ride with us? Explore membership options below and sign up via the AusCycling website.
Which membership is right for me?
“Just riding local trails and social rides? A Ride AusCycling membership is usually the best fit.”
“Interested in racing local club event? Choose an AusCycling Club membership so you’re covered for events.”
“If you want to compete at state and national level then Race membership is required”
“New to the sport or first time racing then the free 4 week trial will get you started”
“Signing up the kids or the whole family? AusCycling offers junior and family options.”
Remember to select “RATS Cycling Club” as your club during the signup process!
30 Day Free Trial
Perfect for anyone who hasn't held an AusCycling membership before- Try club-level activities free for for 30 days
- Group rides, social rides, club activities
- Limited personal accident and public liability cover
Ride
If you ride for fitness, adventure, community - or all three- 24/7 insurance, every ride
- Enter non-competitive events - charity rides and more
- Become part of the cycling community
Club
If you race at your local club and inter-club events- Race locally - club and inter-club events, every discipline
- 24/7 personal accident & public liability insurance
- Upgrade to Race for state and national AusCycling events
Race
The FULL AusCycling race calendar - club, state & national events- Race all disciplines and event levels
- 24/7 personal accident & public liability insurance
- Add a UCI licence at no extra cost (saves up to $180)
Supporter
For those who love cycling but would prefer to contribute behind-the-scenes.- Support your local club
- Access Member Discounts
- Insurance coverage while on duty
Family Membership
Make it easy and affordable for the whole family to ride together- Get your family riding
- 2 or more member families save 15%
- Mix and match Ride, Club or Race – any combination
YOUNG RIDER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
The program provides up to $500 per eligible rider per year towards the costs of attending a championship race. It applies to club members in U15, U17 or U19 age categories who are competitive at State Championship level or higher.
Further details and how to apply are available here.