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Event Calendar

  • Merida Karapoti Classic

    Merida Karapoti Classic

    Based in Wellington's Akatarawa Ranges, the Merida Karapoti Classic is New Zealand's premier mountain bike event.

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  • Kaiteriteri Beach Adventure Race

    Kaiteriteri Beach Adventure Race

    The event caters for anyone who enjoys outdoor recreation in a fantastic location.

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  • Colville Connection

    Colville Connection

    The Colville Connection is situated towards the northern end of the Coromandel Peninsula. Be sure not to miss this annual event on ever kiwi's calendar.

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  • Motatapu Mountain Bike

    Motatapu Mountain Bike

    The Motatapu Mountain Bike is New Zealand's iconic mountain bike event. Set in a spectacular southern high country valley only open to the public 1 day...

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  • Tussock Spirit of the Moutere Cycle Ride

    Tussock Spirit of the Moutere Cycle Ride

    An approximately 60km circuit that captures the essence of the Moutere, taking riders through idyllic rural communities, past anglers challenged by the trout of the Motueka...

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  • Rainbow Rage

    Rainbow Rage

    From the start of the Rainbow Valley at the head of state highway 63, through to Hanmer.

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  • Goldrush

    Goldrush

    Goldrush is a 375 km 3 day multisport race, including kayaking, mountain biking, running and road biking.

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  • Partners Life DUAL Motutapu-Rangitoto Traverse

    Partners Life DUAL Motutapu-Rangitoto Traverse

    Staged on the two picturesque Hauraki Gulf islands of Rangitoto and Motutapu, participants have the option of mountain biking or trail running/walking, with different distances, there’s...

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  • Te Aroha Goat Challenge

    Te Aroha Goat Challenge

    Race Brief at 8.45am. Race Start for all Classes at 9am.

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  • Arrowsmith Thee MTB Race

    Arrowsmith Thee MTB Race

    A 42 km MTB Ride/Race on Mt Arrowsmith Station starting and finishing at the woolshed.

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  • New World Tour de Wakapitu

    New World Tour de Wakapitu

    Starting in the Millbrook area competitors will descend via the newly gazetted Wakatipu Trails Trust track, and follow to cross Speargrass Flat Rd and ascend Slope...

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  • The Raetihi Gutbuster

    The Raetihi Gutbuster is a challenging and fun cycle ride that takes place Easter Sunday (April 8) on the fully sealed Raetihi - Pipiriki road.

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  • Naseby 12 hour

    Naseby 12 hour

    R&R Sport and Mountain Biking Otago have got together to bring you the fifth annual Naseby 12-hour Day/Night Challenge.

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  • Contact Epic

    Contact Epic

    The Contact Epic is one of New Zealand's most challenging mountain bike races.

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  • The Country Road Manawatu Cycle Classic

    The Country Road Manawatu Cycle Classic

    The Country Road Cycle Classic Manawatu gives you a variety of experiences including incredible views of the local back country farm land.

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  • Mt Somers Classic

    Mt Somers Classic

    This event is suitable for riders of all abilities with 3 tracks to choose from. The "novice" track is a 21km ride suitable for new riders.

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  • T42 Central Plateau

    T42 Central Plateau

    In 2010 the T42 Central Plateau won the ‘Best Emerging Event’ at the NZ Events Industry Awards.

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  • Molesworth Muster

    Molesworth Muster

    From start to finish, the Molesworth Muster is an amazing adventure, including camping overnight! From mountains, to grasslands, to winding rivers, you will experience everything from...

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