While much of the new expansion focuses on high-speed flow, Scrubaroo brings a different flavour to the mountain. As you’ll see in the video at the top of this post, this Black Diamond run is a masterclass in tight, technical trail building. It feels like a direct link to the original character of the Warburton forest—demanding, physical, and incredibly rewarding.
A Lesson in Concentration: The Near Miss
Before we even drop into the main run, the footage captures a sobering near miss from the previous day. It’s a perfect illustration of why the Stage 2 Black Diamond trails require a step up in focus. Unlike the wider corridors of the blue network, Scrubaroo features tighter benching and technical features that leave very little room for a lapse in judgment.
Technical Turns and Natural Character
Scrubaroo stands out for its “old-school” feel. While it’s a sanctioned, professional build, it retains the tight turns and rhythmic jumps that local riders have loved for years. Navigating this trail at “Golden Hour” adds another layer of challenge as the light filters through the trees, making it one of the most aesthetic—yet demanding—runs in the current shuttle rotation.
Riding Tips for Scrubaroo
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Tight Cornering: Practice your “low and look” technique. Scrubaroo’s turns come at you fast and require proactive body positioning to maintain momentum.
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Jump Timing: The jumps here are integrated into the technical flow. Focus on your “pop” rather than just pure speed to clear them cleanly.
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Brake Early: With the technicality of the turns, doing your heavy braking in the straights will allow the bike to track better through the apexes.
