AFTER 28 months, the Great Vic transformed into the Little Vic for 1500 enthusiastic bike riders over the weekend.

On Sunday, the group triumphantly rolled into Great Western after 235 kilometres of riding through the Grampians.

The Little Vic took off from Halls Gap on Thursday, riding 72km through the heart of the Grampians to Dunkeld.

On Saturday, it was a 110km journey back to Halls Gap, before a modest 53km spin to Great Western on Sunday.

Bicycle Network events general manager, Caitlin Borchers said the Little Vic had been a fantastic four-day event and all those who took part were on a riding induced high.

“We have experienced challenging hills and headwinds, stunning scenery, great weather and we’ve done it all with 1,500 new and old friends,” she said.

“One highlight that needs to be experienced to be appreciated is the community spirit of a Great Vic where people are intent on having a good time.

“From toddlers to riders over 80 years of age, it’s an amazing active holiday.

“We’d like to thank all the communities who’ve supported us over the past 28-months, including Northern Grampians Shire, Horsham Rural City, Ararat Rural City Council, Southern Grampians Shire, Hindmarsh Shire Council, Yarriambiack Shire Council and Grampians Tourism.”

Bicycle Network also announced an amazing 522-kilometre route, featuring volcanic craters, Otway rainforests, Golden Plains and the Great Ocean Road for the 2022 Great Vic Bike Ride.

The ride will start in Koroit on November 26, with overnight stops in Noorat, Timboon, Birregurra, Apollo Bay, Anglesea, Inverleigh, before finishing in Buninyong.

Those who can’t get away for the week but still want to be part of the fun can join the first five days from Koroit to Apollo Bay or the last three days from Apollo Bay to Buninyong. Entries open May 2022.