After a long time waiting, the Botanic Ridge Pump Track is now open to the public to skate.
The Pump Track looks like it has been well constructed. It is hard to get a proper perspective with the materials on top. The circuit section looks like a lot of fun, as does the open bowl with several humps. We think they could have squared off a couple of quarters in the bowl to make for a functional mini ramp, as there is plenty of concrete to work with in the open bowl.
Botanic Ridge is a unique park of Victoria as the Southern Bandicouts flourish in the region. To protect the native bandicoots, Botanic Ridge has a NO CATS policy. A very cool initiative for the local wildlife. Not to worry, humans’ best friend, our four-legged furry dogs, are still permitted.
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