Sun 5 - Sat 11 Feb 2017 - The Pioneer 7 Day Epic - Christchurch to Queenstown and
The Pioneer is an awe-inspiring seven day MTB teams stage race through NZ’s pristine Southern Alps. The first race of its kind to link together over 500 km of farm tracks, NZ Cycle Trails, double track and singletrack riding in a very special part of the world where soaring mountain peaks, crystal-clear blue lakes, and golden high country await. There is also a 4-day solo option for those who do not want to tackle the full event. Although a shortened version, the 4-day "Traverse" will still prove to be mentally and physically demanding with 8,718m of climbing across the 314km of riding. Contact 09 601 9590 or nzinfo@ironman.com. http://thepioneer.co.nz

Sun 5 February 2017 - Gold Trail MTB Ride - Shantytown, West Coast
A 40km ride from Shantytown to Moana (Lake Brunner) by a route never done before this event. Ride through the history of the West Coast and the Gold Trails that both our ancestors and many Chinese walked, in the search for their riches of the Gold of the West Coast. www.goldtrail.co.nz

Tuesday evening 7 February 2017 - Port Hills Hillclimb Series, C2-Upper Crocodile-Kennedys Track, Christchurch
Annual three race series organised by the Christchurch Singletrack Club. While two of the events in this year's series are being run through our Strava Club, this one up Kennedys will be run in the usual way. Open to ALL riders and entry is by gold coin donation. Start anytime between 6 and 7pm. To minimise congestion, we'd like fast riders to head off first please, so hold back a bit if you're not so quick. Details at www.singletrack.org.nz

Sat 18 February 2017 - 4X2 MTB relay - Timaru
A 4 hour relay for solo or teams of 2 riders on a 4.5 km course. Race is 2-6pm with prize giving to follow. Held in Centennial Park, Timaru, with a campsite right in the middle of the course. Undulating terrain, a few sharp but short climbs, some tight corners, fast straights – nothing overly technical – just perfect for longer races and suitable for all levels of mountainbikers, from beginners to World Champions. A great fun friendly atmosphere with all proceeds going back to building more tracks.
www.southcanterburymountainbikeclub.co.nz,

Sat 18 February 2017 - Karapoti Classic - Upper Hutt
NZ's longest standing MTB event, having been run since mid 80's! Based in Wellington's rugged Akatarawa Ranges, 10km north of Upper Hutt City, the Karapoti is one of NZ's premier endurance mountainbike events. A huge but achievable challenge of 50km combined with spectacular scenery. For more info phone 04 920 5655, email enquiries@karapoti.co.nz or check out www.karapoti.co.nz

Sat 18 February 2017 - Karapoti Challenge - Upper Hutt
A fun ride for off road rookies, recreational riders, families, supporters and schoolkids. Run in conjunction with the Karapoti Classic. For more info phone 04 920 5655, email enquiries@karapoti.co.nz or check out www.karapoti.co.nz

Sun 19 February 2017 - Sheffield Rugby Club MTB Race - Sheffield
45 minutes from Christchurch, 981 Dalethorpe Rd, Sheffield. The opportunity to ride over some of the great country the Sheffield community has to offer, riding over three privately owned farms. This is a 25km race for the young and the young at heart! Riding through paddocks, 4WD tracks, and weaving through tussock country. There are a couple of steep short climbs, rewarded by fantastic views of the Canterbury plains and balanced with invigorating descents! See www.facebook.com/Sheffield-Rugby-Club-Mountain-Bike-Race-414886508719987

CANCELLED due to fire cordon Tuesday 21 February 2017 - Strava Club Hillclimb - Rapaki Track, Christchurch
The Christchurch Singletrack Club are running the annual Port Hills Hillclimb Series again but two of them will be done through our Strava Club. Open to ALL riders and free to enter. More details at www.singletrack.org.nz. Direct any questions to Craig & Rebekah, 322 7886 or rebekah@singletrack.org.nz.

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Sat 25 - Sun 26 February 2017 - MTBNZ National XC Champs - Cardrona
Hosted by Bike Wanaka. www.mtbnationals.co.nz

Sat 25 February 2017 - Mt Somers MTB Classic - Mt Somers
Three courses to suit all abilities and ages on Mt Somers Station, 35km Mountain Challenge, 30km Foothills Race, 20km Lowland ride. All races start and finish at the Mt Somers Domain and lunch is included in the entry fee. One hours drive from ChCh. Visit www.mtsomersbikerace.co.nz or their Facebook Page

Sat 25 February 2017 - Ruapehu Express - Central Plateau
A classic 55km XC point to point race/ride mostly across private land with exclusive access for this event only! Riders start on the Tukino Ski field Road and will be treated to a huge variety of terrain and trails including leg 1: NZ Army tussock/desert landscape LAV tracks, leg 2: the myriad of trails in the Karioi pine forest which wraps around the Whangaehu and Wahianoa Rivers, leg 3: the beautiful native Rangataua forest, leg 4: a smattering of farm land and quick dash to Ohakune on the tar sealed roads. There is also a shorter 21km course for those wanting a shorter challenge. Riders start mid way though the Karioi forest, then wind their way through the Rangataua native forest ending with a glide down to the finish line at Ohakune. www.ruapehuexpress.co.nz

25 February 2017 - Ride The Rakaia, www.ridetherakaia.co.nz

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Wed 1 March 2017 - Secondary School Singletracks 2017 Series round 1 - now Montgomery Spur, ChCh
Note the change in venue for this first race. A new series of events for secondary school students being held after school on 5 Wednesday afternoons during March 2017 before the school's road season kicks of in April. All the events are based at the Findlay's Picnic Area at Halswell Quarry and will make use of the MTB singletrack network on the adjacent van Asch property. The series is organised by Murray Anderson, through the Christchurch Singletrack Club who build and maintain the Halswell trail network.
Week 1 – Wed 1st March 2017 – Registration, Time Trial, Optional Skills Sessions
More details are available at www.racesingletracks.org.nz and keep up with updates through their Race Singletracks Facebook Page

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Sat 4 March 2017 - Quartzopolis Challenge - Reefton, West Coast
Organised by the Westland MTB Club. A 38km course that goes from Reefton to the historic township of Waiuta, via Big River mine – 50% historic road, 40% pack track, 10% grunt/carry. www.reefton.co.nz. They are also on Facebook here. In 2016 they are also having a helibike the following day on Kirwins Track. More info about that on the Reefton website also.

Sat 4 March 2017 - Motatapu, Wanaka
A 47km scenic ride from Glendhu Bay, Wanaka, to the historic and beautiful Arrowtown. The first few kilometres are on gravel road, then you continue up the Motatapu Valley on a well maintained farm track climbing gradually over undulating terrain with several small stream crossings, until topping out at 887m when you reach the 35km mark. The course descends gently until it reaches a steep, rocky descent down the Soho Creek into the famous Macetown track. There are several river crossings over the last 8km on a gravel track. Depending on recent rainfall, rivers can be up to thigh deep. More info and entry forms are at http://motatapu.com or contact nzinfo@ironman.com. This event fills up really fast so you need to get in early.

4 March 2017 - Graperide www.graperide.co.nz

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Wed 8 March 2017 - Secondary School Singletracks 2017 Series round 2 - Halswell Quarry, Christchurch
A new series of events for secondary school students being held after school on 5 Wednesday afternoons during March 2017 before the school's road season kicks of in April. All the events are based at the Findlay's Picnic Area at Halswell Quarry and will make use of the MTB singletrack network on the adjacent van Asch property. The series is organised by Murray Anderson, through the Christchurch Singletrack Club who build and maintain the Halswell trail network.
Week 2 – Wed 8th March 2017 – SINGLETRACKS XC
More details are available at www.racesingletracks.org.nz and keep up with updates through their Race Singletracks Facebook Page

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Fri 10 - Sat 11 March 2017 - Moonride - Rotorua
24, 12 and 6hr options for individuals or teams of 5 riders. Held at Waipa MTB area, Whaka Forest, Rotorua. More info at www.eventpromotions.co.nz/

Fri 10 - Sun 12 March 2017 - Oceania Continental Champs - Toowoomba, Queensland,
Jubilee MTB Park, Toowoomba. www.mtba.asn.au

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Was to be Sat 11 March 2017 - Port Hills Classic - Christchurch - Moved to 29 April due to fire issues

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Sat 11 March 2017 - Tekapo10 - Lake Tekapo
A 10 hour XC team relay or solo race based in the Lake Tekapo Regional Park, utilising a 7km circuit of 4WD track and singletrack. Great race for all abilities of racers with plenty of passing room. This event is organised as a fundraiser for Mackenzie College outdoor sports, teamwork and leadership. More details at www.mackenzie-college.ac.nz, and also at their Facebook page

Sat 11 March 2017 - Triple Peaks Challenge - Hawkes Bay
47km ride over three peaks in the Hawkes Bay. www.triplepeakschallenge.co.nz

Sun 12 March 2017 - Rakahuri Rage - North Canterbury
A 6-hour event for teams of 2-4 riders that uses a 8km course on the banks of the Ashley River. www.sportstrust.org.nz/rakahuri-rage

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Wed 15 March 2017 - Secondary School Singletracks 2017 Series round 3 - Halswell Quarry, Christchurch
A new series of events for secondary school students being held after school on 5 Wednesday afternoons during March 2017 before the school's road season kicks of in April. All the events are based at the Findlay's Picnic Area at Halswell Quarry and will make use of the MTB singletrack network on the adjacent van Asch property. The series is organised by Murray Anderson, through the Christchurch Singletrack Club who build and maintain the Halswell trail network.
Week 3 – Wed 15th March 2017 – SINGLETRACKS XC
More details are available at www.racesingletracks.org.nz and keep up with updates through their Race Singletracks Facebook Page

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Sat 18 March 2017 - Hanmer 4 and 8 hour MTB event - Hanmer Springs
Perfect for all Canterbury riders! This is an awesome course for this race format - uses some of Hanmer's great singletrack but still not too demanding for those doing solo. With a team of mates, work colleagues, school friends, or even the family, here is an event that is manageable by all. With a team of up to four riders, or you could go solo, with a mixture of double track and singletrack riding, what a way to spent an Autumn day in Hanmer Springs. You have the choice of riding for 4 or 8 hours. The whole event will be run in daylight, so no need for expensive lighting systems, based out of the Forest Camp grounds, so great facilities and plenty of space to enjoy the MTB Village atmosphere, with time in the evening to enjoy the other delights of Hanmer Springs. For more details and entry forms head along to www.hanmerevents.co.nz

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Wed 22 March 2017 - Secondary School Singletracks 2017 Series round 4 - Halswell Quarry, Christchurch
A new series of events for secondary school students being held after school on 5 Wednesday afternoons during March 2017 before the school's road season kicks of in April. All the events are based at the Findlay's Picnic Area at Halswell Quarry and will make use of the MTB singletrack network on the adjacent van Asch property. The series is organised by Murray Anderson, through the Christchurch Singletrack Club who build and maintain the Halswell trail network.
Week 4 – Wed 22nd March 2017 – SINGLETRACKS XC (Canterbury Secondary Schools XC MTB Championship)
More details are available at www.racesingletracks.org.nz and keep up with updates through their Race Singletracks Facebook Page

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Sat 25 March 2017 - Arrowsmith Thee Ride - Lake Heron
A 42km course on the very scenic Mt Arrowsmith Station, Lake Heron, Canterbury (just tucked in behind Mt Somers). The course heads up the Cameron Valley, nearly to the source of the river, up and over a high saddle, down into the South Ashburton Valley and then back down to the finish via a long undulating valley ride and a small saddle. The course uses rough 4WD tracks and involves a couple of decent climbs, the first of which is reasonably steep in places and quite long, and also a very cool boulder scree crossing. Stunning mountain location with fantastic close-up views of the South Ashburton and Cameron Glaciers and Southern Alps. Contact Simon Hampton at methvenrace@xtra.co.nz, or by phone on 03 302 1822 or 027 274 6573. This is an awesome adventure course and should be on every rider's to-do list! More details, entry form, course map, photos etc are on their website: www.multisportevents.co.nz.

Sat 25 March 2017 - The Dual, Motutapu-Rangitoto Traverse - Auckland
Choose either a 30 or 50km course that traverses the stunning volcanic Rangitoto and Motutapu Islands just off Auckland's east coast. Your entry includes a ferry trip out there and back from Auckland. All the details are at www.thedual.co.nz

25 March 2017 - Le Race, www.lerace.co.nz

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Wed 29 March 2017 - Secondary School Singletracks 2017 Series round 5 - Halswell Quarry, Christchurch
A new series of events for secondary school students being held after school on 5 Wednesday afternoons during March 2017 before the school's road season kicks of in April. All the events are based at the Findlay's Picnic Area at Halswell Quarry and will make use of the MTB singletrack network on the adjacent van Asch property. The series is organised by Murray Anderson, through the Christchurch Singletrack Club who build and maintain the Halswell trail network.
Week 5 – Wed 29th March 2017 – SINGLETRACKS XC
More details are available at www.racesingletracks.org.nz and keep up with updates through their Race Singletracks Facebook Page

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Sat 1 April 2017 - Naseby 12 Hour Challenge - Naseby
Now in it's 11th year. Start/finish area is at the Larchview Campground, Naseby. 9am till 9pm. Entry normally about $75 per person (solo or team). The normal 10 (ish) km course includes heaps of sweet singletrack and some forestry roads. More details available at www.mountainbikingotago.co.nz. There are limited entries due to tent site spaces, so best be quick! Entries open 9pm on 1 Feb and all 750+ spots fill up within a few minutes! Solo spots take a little longer but you'll still want to be quick. For more info contact Craig Bates, 0274 894 361, 03 489 4360 or at cbates@landwardrealty.co.nz

Sun 2 April 2017 - Kaiwara Classic - Culverden
43km of adventure mountainbiking from Culverden to Cheviot via the Lowry Peaks Range, Kaiwara Saddle, Ethelton Valley and the Random Spur. They offer 2 course options: the traditional ‘Challenge’ course; or the 'Epic' course option for those who wish to race harder for longer. The epic course continues climbing from Kaiwara Saddle to the tops along rough farm track before re-joining the challenge course at the end of the Ethelton Valley. This adds 30 mins to the riding time. Organised by the Cheviot Lions with proceeds going to fund local community projects. For more information and to enter visit www.runandride.co.nz or email runandride@xtra.co.nz

Fri 7 April 2017 - HUXSTER McLeans primary and intermediate school MTB relay - Christchurch
A popular annual event for years 5-8 at McLeans Forest. Older kids can do solo. Course is usually around 4.5 km. See www.facebook.com/events/1269276519832194/

Note being held this year - returning 2018 - Colville Connection - Coromandel Peninsula
Three rides available from Colville at the remote northern end of the Coromandel Peninsula:
- The signature event the 72km Le Originale - a tough marathon ride with heaps of climbing, spectacular views, spectacular descents.
- The 40km Short and Stout - a technical challenging ride but shorter than the big one
- The 24km Flowrider - This honey of a ride is designed for those who want a day out on the bike but something not too tough. Its 100% rideable, offers a mix of non technical singletrack, farm tracks and gravel roads - and the chance of a swim at beautiful Waikawau Bay.
More info at www.colvilleconnection.co.nz

Sun 9 April 2017 - Whitehorse Big Easy - Waimate
An event for all ages and capabilities, making it a great day out for all the family. It includes a 25km course (600m climbing) and a 10km course, that include private forestry tracks and farm tracks with challenging hill climbs, great downhills and a view that makes it all worthwhile. The Whitehorse Big Easy will encompass three separate events: MTB, walk/run and the Whitehorse Challenge which is a 'Bike and Run' event where teams raise money for charity, and then compete against each other to win the inaugural challenge! All of the courses are loop tracks, starting and ending at the Waimate A&P Showgrounds. There will be camping available at the Waimate A&P Showgrounds on the Saturday night before the event. See www.whitehorsebigeasy.co.nz

Wed 12 April 2017 - Night racing - McLeans Island, Christchurch
Night racing series. www.bluedogevents.co.nz

Wed 19 April 2017 - Night racing - McLeans Island, Christchurch
Night racing series. www.bluedogevents.co.nz

Sat 22 April 2017 - Contact Epic - Lake Hawea
One of the most scenic MTB events in NZ. A once a year opportunity to race the full 125km circumference of Lake Hawea, near Wanaka (also 95km and 35km options). If you are ready to raise the bar then this event is for you. Whether you want to race hard or just take on the challenge and adventure of completing this event, you won’t be disappointed. Entries close 30 March 2015. Further information at www.contactepic.co.nz. Entries close 24 March. Contact Danielle, info@contactepic.co.nz; 03 443 6090 or 0274 595 106

Sat 22 - Sun 23 April 2017 - Kaiteriteri Weekender - Kaiteriteri
A weekend of events at the fabulous Kaiteriteri MTB Park.
Saturday 22nd April – Kaiteriteri 6 Hour, 20-30 min laps through the easier tracks for teams and solo riders
Sunday 23rd April – Jaws Enduro, 3 timed stages on intermediate/advanced tracks, culminating in a full length run down the "world famous in NZ" Jaws track
Sunday 23rd April – Big Airs Whip-off, where you can show your style to the world on the newly opened Big Airs track
Sunday 23rd April – MTB Rogaine - navigate your way through the park, collecting points from checkpoints scattered throughout
Discounted accommodation available at Kaiteriteri Beach Camp for entrants. www.facebook.com/KaiteriteriMTBPark

Wed 26 April 2017 - Night racing - McLeans Island, Christchurch
Night racing series. www.bluedogevents.co.nz

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Sat 29 - Sun 30 April 2017 - Port Hills Classic Weekend, Halswell Quarry, Christchurch
The Port Hills Classic was first organised 30 years ago and is thought to be the second proper MTB event in NZ. To celebrate, we have planned a weekend of events on the Port Hills. One of these will be the annual Port Hills Classic event - this uses all of the great singletrack on the van Asch property, as well as tracks normally unavailable to the public. Starts and finish at Halswell Quarry. Events for the whole family and several disciplines. As well as the main Port Hills Classic XC event, there is going to be a cyclocross race, hillclimb, enduro, sprint XC race, kids races, outdoor movie and more. Keep following the website for up to date information. The enduro will be organised by Gravity Canterbury. All other events will be organised by the Christchurch Singletrack Club who build and maintain the Halswell trail network that these events are using. More details are available at www.singletrack.org.nz

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Wed 3 May 2017 - Night racing - McLeans Island, Christchurch
Night racing series. www.bluedogevents.co.nz

Sat 6 May 2017 - T42 - Central Plateau
The 48km 42 Traverse is a historic logging road – undulating, with a few technical bits and a handful of short river crossings. www.t42.co.nz

Sun 11 May 2017 - Southern Cross Cyclocross Series - Spencer Park, Christchurch
Fun event with both cyclocross and MTB categories. www.facebook.com/southerncrosscx

Sun 14 May 2017 - 6-hour event - Ashburton
6-hour relay event on the Ashburton River trails for solo riders or teams of up to 4, hosted by the Mid Canterbury MTB Club. www.midcanterburymtbclub.co.nz

Wed 10 May 2017 - Night racing - McLeans Island, Christchurch
Night racing series. www.bluedogevents.co.nz

Wed 17 May 2017 - Night racing - McLeans Island, Christchurch
Night racing series. www.bluedogevents.co.nz

Sat 20 & Sun 21 May 2017 – “Weekender” - Blenheim
Saturday is the “Eliminator” at the Mountain Bike Park, Taylor Pass Road. Short course and great warm-up for Sunday. Sunday will be a race/ride on “Dumgree”, a hill country property behind Blenheim. Four courses approx. 10, 20, 30 and 40km with a mix of easier and harder topography. Organised by the Marlborough MTB Club. Contacts Peter Webster for Saturday, peterw@ihug.co.nz or Kevin Wilson for Sunday, kandpwilson@xtra.co.nz

Sun 21 May 2017 - Southern Cross Cyclocross Series - Hagley Park, Christchurch
Fun event with both cyclocross and MTB categories. www.facebook.com/southerncrosscx

Wed 24 May 2017 - Night racing - McLeans Island, Christchurch
Night racing series. www.bluedogevents.co.nz

Sat 27 May 2017 - Mt Isobel Challenge - Hanmer
A superb mountain duathlon in the beautiful mountain setting of Hanmer Springs, involving a fantastic 8km 1000m ascent mountain run up to the summit of Mt Isobel and down to Jacks Pass, then a 22km mountainbike ride around the gravel road alongside the Clarence River and back over Jollies Pass and through the forest back to where you started at the Hanmer Domain. Compete as a team or an individual. For more details and entry forms head along to www.hanmerevents.co.nz

Wed 31 May 2017 - Night racing - McLeans Island, Christchurch
Night racing series. www.bluedogevents.co.nz

Sun 4 June 2017 - RRR Mountain Bike Challenge - Cairns
Part of the week-long Cairns Adventure Festival. Even before Cairns hosted the 1996 MTB World Championships, The iconic Triple RRR (Rural, Rainforest & Reef) cross country event was in its 5th year. The Triple R mountain bike race is the longest running 'point to point' race in Australia. First run in 1991 the race has run consecutively for over 25 years. The event attracts a strong field of local, national and international entrants racing through North Queensland's diverse terrain each year, 2016 aims to increase entrant numbers and international exposure with the 35 km Classic RRR and a 70km Endurance RRR. www.cairnsadventurefestival.com. There is also a promo video here... www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-Ylcm_nFmo

Wed 7 June 2017 - Night racing - McLeans Island, Christchurch
Night racing series. www.bluedogevents.co.nz

Sun 11 June 2017 - Craters Classic - Taupo
Based in the amazing geothermal landscapes of the Wairakei Resort, with 3 different distances (12, 25 and 35 km), all showcasing the oustanding Craters of the Moon single track network. This event is owned by the Taupo Mountain Bike club and managed by Nduro Events NZ. cratersclassic.com

Sat 17 June 2017 - Winter Solstice 8 hour - Invercargill
Based at the Southland Mountain Bike Club's Sandy Point trail network located at Invercargill City Council's forestry block, Sandy Point, Invercargill. The transition area for team riders will be part of the course but located in a designated area outside the forestry block. The course will consist of approximately 50% singletrack and 50% access roads. 30 minute laps. Open to riders aged 13 years or older on race day. www.southlandmtbclub.co.nz

Sun 25 June 2017 - Bridge to Bridge North - North Canterbury
Bike 58 km from the Waimak River Gorge bridge to SH1 along 4WD, stopbanks and forestry tracks. Also a 30km Willows to SH1 course and a 12km recreational ride, along with 3 running courses). www.bridgetobridge.co.nz

Sun 2 July 2017 - Southern Cross Cyclocross Series - Roto Kohatu, Christchurch
Fun event with both cyclocross and MTB categories. www.facebook.com/southerncrosscx

5 - 13 July 2017 - BC Bike Race - British Columbia, CANADA
While we don't list many international events on here, this is one that many Kiwis head over for. They say it is more then a race, its the best 7 days you've ever experienced on a mountainbike. It's a tour of the West Coast of Canada's beautiful state of British Columbia - the trails, the towns, the lifestyle. Epic (avg 50km/day) or Challenge (avg 30km/day) Courses are 70% singletrack. This event sells out VERY fast! All the details are at www.bcbikerace.com

POSTPONED DUE TO STORM - was to be Sun 23 July 2017 - Southern Cross Cyclocross Series - Black Estate, Canterbury
Fun event with both cyclocross and MTB categories. www.facebook.com/southerncrosscx

Sun 6 August 2017 - Southern Cross Cyclocross Series - Rangiora
Fun event with both cyclocross and MTB categories. www.facebook.com/southerncrosscx

Sun 3 September 2017 - Southern Cross Cyclocross Series - Ferrymead, Christchurch
Fun event with both cyclocross and MTB categories. www.facebook.com/southerncrosscx

Sun 17 September 2017 - The Gambler - Taupo
This is a 4 hr multi lap race, with a BIG difference! You have 4 different tracks, each track with a different points allocation, and you choose which tracks you ride, when and how often. You accumulate points by completing laps and try to gain maximum points during the 4 hrs race time - thus the Gamble! They are using their local pumice based Taupo Trails at Craters MTB Park, situatied just North of Taupo Township. Are you up for The Gamble? When Mountain biking & Strategy collide. www.mountainbiketaupo.org.nz

Sat 23 September 2017 - Day-Night Thriller 3, 6 & 12hr - Tokoroa
NZ's biggest MTB event with over 3000 riders. Open to solo or teams. More info at www.eventpromotions.co.nz

Sat 7 - Sun 8 October 2017 - North Island School MTB Champs - Tauranga
Held at Summerhill Recreational Park and hosted by Mountain Bike Tauranga. https://schools.cyclingnewzealand.nz/events/north-island-mtb-championships

Sat 14 October 2017 - 10 hour Day/Nighter and 6 hour blast - McLeans Island
11km course of easy flat hardpacked gravel track at McLeans Forest Park, Christchurch. More details at www.bluedogevents.co.nz, or contact blue.dog@clear.net.nz, Ph: 03 331 7990.

Sat 14 October 2017 - Motu 160 Cycle Challenge - Opotiki
A MTB and Road race that you can do as a solo or in a team. The 65km MTB leg on winding hilly forested gravel road is raced with the Motu Challenge multisport competitors and is followed by a road bike leg of 90km back over Traffords Hill and down Waioeka Gorge to Opotiki. www.motuchallenge.co.nz

Sat 14 - Sun 15 October 2017 - South Island School MTB Champs - Dunedin
Held at Signal Hill and hosted by Mountain Bike Otago. https://schools.cyclingnewzealand.nz/events/south-island-mtb-championships

Sat 21 October 2017 (Labour weekend) - Dusky Trail - Twizel
A great 40km course in the grandeur of the Mackenzie Country as you travel through iconic highcountry stations and take in the magnificent views of Mount Cook, Lake Pukaki, and Lake Benmore. Involves a few river crossings and an overall vertical climb of over just 500m. The Trail follows 4WD farm tracks and has a small section of both singletrack and gravel road. More info at: www.twizelhardlabour.org.nz

Sun 22 October 2017 (Labour weekend) - Whaka 100 - Rotorua
The Big One. 100km of riding over a course that is predominantly singletrack. There is nothing else like it in New Zealand. 3 courses will be offered: 25km, 50km and 100km. Regardless of what course you decide to race one thing is guaranteed: you will be racing in one of the best mountainbike venues in New Zealand. www.whaka100.co.nz

Sun 22 October 2017 (Labour weekend) - Cheviot Hills Challenge - Cheviot
A multi-lap format race held within the Cheviot Hills Reserve, 1.5 hours drive North of Christchurch. Choices range from one 7km lap for team riders through to 4 laps for expert class riders. Course is a mix of singletrack, 4WD farm track and grass berm. Great chance to test the end of season form. Organised by the Cheviot Lions with proceeds going to fund local community projects. This year they also have a running race in the afternoon. For more information and to download an entry form visit www.runandride.co.nz or email runandride@xtra.co.nz

Sun 22 October 2017 (Labour weekend) - Milk and Honey Race - Takaka, Golden Bay
One race, two bikes, one big hill. The Milk and Honey Race combines one of New Zealand’s biggest road climbs and longest stretches of downhill singletrack into one event. Join the Takaka Hill and the Rameka Track together, start and finish in Takaka, Golden Bay and you have an iconic road and mountainbike race that tests all-round riding skills. Roadies can team up with a mountain biker or you can go it alone with two different bikes. With a main street start and finish and famous Golden Bay hospitality, the Milk and Honey Race is one to enter now. Enter online at www.goldenbaymtb.club

Sun 22 October 2017 (Labour weekend) - Deans Bank 10 hour - Wanaka
A popular event that has had great rider feedback. The event is held on the purpose built 11km track situated on DOC land alongside the Clutha River at Deans Bank in Wanaka. The track is all singletrack and has been designed for bikers by bikers so it’s fun to ride! The track has been designed to suit riders of all abilities. Team categories or solo. See www.bikewanaka.org.nz

28 October 2017 - K2 Cycle Challenge, www.arcevents.co.nz

Sat 4 November 2017 - Timaru 10 Hour Day/Night MTB Race - Centennial Park, Timaru
A team relay event riding laps over a 10 hour period. 10 Hour Race starts at 9am and finishes at 7pm with the prize giving at 7.30pm. The 6 Hour race starts at 1pm and finishes at 7pm with the prize giving at 7.30pm. Fantastic singletrack course that is fast and challenging with loads of ups and downs but no big hills so ideal for both teams and solo. 10 hour teams of up to 5 riders or solo 10 Hour. Heaps of spot prizes. For more information or to enter on-line head to www.tenhour.co.nz, or phone 03 688 5531

Sat 11 - Sun 12 November 2017 - The Highland Fling - THE VERY LAST ONE! - Bundanoon, Southern Highlands, NSW,
A MTB marathon starting and finishing in the village of Bundanoon in the Southern Highlands, NSW, Australia. Open to solo or teams. An event for all, with four courses: 14, 55, 110 and 160km offering scenic and challenging routes through forests and farmland in the Southern Highlands of NSW, hammering singletrack, forest tracks, dirt road and less than 2km of blacktop. Heaps more info can be found at www.wildhorizons.com.au, or email fling@wildhorizons.com.au.

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Tuesday evening, 14 November 2017 - Singletrack Club Mini-XC Series round 1 - Crocodile XC MTB Park
The Christchurch Singletrack Club are running our annual series of short cross country races this season on four mid-week evenings, based in the dog exercise area at Halswell Quarry. Short course multi-lap format using the C2-Crocodile-Deviation-Lower Deviation loop (approx 2.2 km, taking 6-12 minutes), with some races also using additional new tracks (Upload, Download, Upper Crust, Murphs, Croc Pot) in A grade races. Three races each evening to cater for a range of rider abilities (up to 5 laps). More details at www.singletrack.org.nz. Will be postponed or cancelled if raining or if tracks are too wet. More info from Craig & Rebekah, 322 7886 or rebekah@singletrack.org.nz.

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Sat 18 Novermber 2017 (Canterbury Show Weekend) - Ride the Wilderness - West Coast Wilderness Trail, West Coast
A new race for 2017, with four different course options to suit all riders:
- 131 km, Ross to Greymouth
- 100 km, Hokitika to Greymouth
- 64 km, Cowboy Paradise to Greymouth
- 26 km, Kumara to Greymouth
Teams of 2 or 4 can race from Ross and teams of 2 from Cowboy Paradise. See www.ridethewilderness.co.nz

18 November 2017 - Abel Tasman Cycle Challenge, www.atcc.nz - the final time this event is being run

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Tuesday evening, 21 November 2017 - Singletrack Club Mini-XC Series round 2 - Crocodile XC MTB Park
The Christchurch Singletrack Club are running our annual series of short cross country races this season on four mid-week evenings, based in the dog exercise area at Halswell Quarry. Short course multi-lap format using the C2-Crocodile-Deviation-Lower Deviation loop (approx 2.2 km, taking 6-12 minutes), with some races also using additional new tracks (Upload, Download, Upper Crust, Murphs, Croc Pot) in A grade races. Three races each evening to cater for a range of rider abilities (up to 5 laps). More details at www.singletrack.org.nz. Will be postponed or cancelled if raining or if tracks are too wet. More info from Craig & Rebekah, 322 7886 or rebekah@singletrack.org.nz.

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25 November 2017 - Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge, www.cyclechallenge.com

Sat 25 November 2017 - Bannockburn Gutbuster - Bannockburn
A 75km point-to-point adventure ride from Garston to Bannockburn via the Nevis Road. The course is around 75km long and includes two big hills (climbing 800m and 640m) and some 25 or more fords. More details available at http://www.cromwell.org.nz

Sat 25 November 2017 - Huka Challenge - Taupo
85km MTB event run alongside the big roadie event. www.cyclechallenge.com

Sun 26 November 2017 - The Longbeach MTB Coastal Challenge - Hinds
A course with stream crossings, strenuous gullies and farm tracks along the beautiful coastline of the Pacific Ocean. There are four courses:
- the 35Km Classic Track
- the 23km Recreational Track
- the 12km Family Track
- the 5km Kids Ride
More info at www.longbeachcoastalchallenge.com

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Tuesday evening, 28 November 2017 - Singletrack Club Mini-XC Series round 3 - Crocodile XC MTB Park
The Christchurch Singletrack Club are running our annual series of short cross country races this season on four mid-week evenings, based in the dog exercise area at Halswell Quarry. Short course multi-lap format using the C2-Crocodile-Deviation-Lower Deviation loop (approx 2.2 km, taking 6-12 minutes), with some races also using additional new tracks (Upload, Download, Upper Crust, Murphs, Croc Pot) in A grade races. Three races each evening to cater for a range of rider abilities (up to 5 laps). More details at www.singletrack.org.nz. Will be postponed or cancelled if raining or if tracks are too wet. More info from Craig & Rebekah, 322 7886 or rebekah@singletrack.org.nz.

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Sun 3 December 2017 - Bridge to Bridge - North Canterbury
Bike 58 km from the Waimak River Gorge bridge to SH1 along 4WD, stopbanks and forestry tracks. Also a 30km Willows to SH1 course and a 12km recreational ride, along with 3 running courses). www.bridgetobridge.co.nz

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Tuesday evening, 5 December 2017 - Singletrack Club Mini-XC Series round 4 - Crocodile XC MTB Park
The Christchurch Singletrack Club are running our annual series of short cross country races this season on four mid-week evenings, based in the dog exercise area at Halswell Quarry. Short course multi-lap format using the C2-Crocodile-Deviation-Lower Deviation loop (approx 2.2 km, taking 6-12 minutes), with some races also using additional new tracks (Upload, Download, Upper Crust, Murphs, Croc Pot) in A grade races. Three races each evening to cater for a range of rider abilities (up to 5 laps). More details at www.singletrack.org.nz. Will be postponed or cancelled if raining or if tracks are too wet. More info from Craig & Rebekah, 322 7886 or rebekah@singletrack.org.nz.

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Sat 30 December 2017 - Bannockburn MTB Classic - Bannockburn
A very popular event over the holiday period that takes you into the hills of Bannockburn (just down the road from Queenstown). Three courses to choose from:
Classic ride - 35km of gravel roads and undulating 4WD tracks with a climb of about 600m. Ride time of 1hr 30min - 3hrs
Sport ride - 22km of gravel roads and 4WD tracks with a climb of 350m. Ride time of 45min - 1hr 45min
Recreation ride - 10km of gravel road and 4WD tracks. Ideal for first timers or families with children over 10yrs. Ride time of 30min - 1hr. More info at www.cromwell.org.nz, or contact Terry Emmitt on 0274 849 424 or email info@cromwell.org.nz




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Christchurch Singletrack Club
www.singletrack.org.nz
Canterbury cross-country mountainbike trailbuilding and events
03 322 7886 ... 0274 571 074 ... craig@singletrack.org.nz