November 2023

POSTPONED Was to be Tuesday evening, 28 November 2023 - Crocodile Series, round 4 - Crocodile XC MTB Park, ChCh
We (Christchurch Singletrack Club) are running our annual series of short XC races again this season for CSC club members (others are welcome to come along to try it out). Short course multi-lap format using various loops within the ever growing trail network of the Crocodile XC MTB Park. Races typically take around 30-40 minutes to complete, and involve up to 4 laps. We vary the course each week for the main course. Usually 4 races each evening to cater for both sport and expert riders. More details at www.singletrack.org.nz. Entry for club members is by donation, and cheap for others. Will be postponed or cancelled if raining or if tracks are too wet. More info from Rebekah, 027 3134 908 or rebekah@singletrack.org.nz.

December 2023

Sat 2 December 2023 - 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. More details on their Facebook page closer to the event

Sun 3 December 2023 - Bridge to Bridge - North Canterbury
Bike 58km from the Waimak River Gorge bridge to SH1 along 4WD, stopbanks and forestry tracks. Also a 115km Enduro option which heads up the North Bank and down the South Bank. Other options are the 30km Willows to SH1 course and a 12km recreational ride. www.bridgetobridge.co.nz

Tuesday evening, 5 December 2023 - Crocodile Series, now round 4 - Crocodile XC MTB Park, ChCh
We (Christchurch Singletrack Club) are running our annual series of short XC races again this season for CSC club members (others are welcome to come along to try it out). Short course multi-lap format using various loops within the ever growing trail network of the Crocodile XC MTB Park. Races typically take around 30-40 minutes to complete, and involve up to 4 laps. We vary the course each week for the main race. Usually 4 races each evening to cater for both sport and expert riders. More details at www.singletrack.org.nz. Entry for club members is by donation, and cheap for others. Will be postponed or cancelled if raining or if tracks are too wet. More info from Rebekah, 027 3134 908 or rebekah@singletrack.org.nz.

Tuesday evening, 12 December 2023 - Crocodile Series, round 5 - Crocodile XC MTB Park, ChCh
We (Christchurch Singletrack Club) are running our annual series of short XC races again this season for CSC club members (others are welcome to come along to try it out). Short course multi-lap format using various loops within the ever growing trail network of the Crocodile XC MTB Park. Races typically take around 30-40 minutes to complete, and involve up to 4 laps. We vary the course each week for the main race. Usually 4 races each evening to cater for both sport and expert riders. More details at www.singletrack.org.nz. Entry for club members is by donation, and cheap for others. Will be postponed or cancelled if raining or if tracks are too wet. More info from Rebekah, 027 3134 908 or rebekah@singletrack.org.nz.

Sat 30 December 2023 - 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:
- Adventure Ride - 56km with 2000m of climbing - a race for the fit endurance rider.
- Classic Race - 35km of moderate climbs and fast downhills - suited to the hard to average racer
- Sport Ride - 22km of farmland and tracks with a huge steep downhill section before it joins into the Classic course to finish.
- Family Recreation ride - 10km - a relaxing ride for the family
More info at www.cromwell.org.nz

January 2024

Sat 20 January 2024 - St James MTB Classic - St James Cycle Trail
Three courses in very spectacular countryside: The 35km Mad Cow,. 64km Pony Express, and the 100km James Epic. Really stunning highcountry location. They also have running and multisport course options. www.stjamesmountainsports.co.nz

Sun 21 January 2024 - MTBNZ XC Series Round 1 - Te Miro,
A four round series this year. www.mtbnz.org.nz

Tuesday, 30 January 2024 - Singletrack Club Crocodile Reverse Enduro - Crocodile XC MTB Park
Our annual Reverse Enduro which will decide the 2024 club Hillclimb Champions. Several short timed hillclimb stages where you cruise the untimed descents in between! More details at www.singletrack.org.nz. Entry is by donation for club members (otherwise $15). Will be postponed or cancelled if raining or if tracks are too wet. More info from Rebekah, 322 7886 or rebekah@singletrack.org.nz.

February 2024

Sun 4 February 2024 (Waitangi Weekend) - Gold Trail MTB Ride - Shantytown, West Coast
A 40km ride from Shantytown to Moana (Lake Brunner). www.goldtrail.co.nz

Sun 4 February 2024 - MTBNZ XC Series Round 2 - Rotorua,
A four round series this year. www.mtbnz.org.nz

10-11 February 2024 - Coast to Coast, www.coasttocoast.co.nz

Sat 10 February 2024 - Moonshine Trail - Gore
Southland’s premier mountainbike event. MTB courses range from 30 to 50 km. Held at Dolamore Park, just out of Gore. See https://www.sporty.co.nz/moonshinetrail

Sat 10 February 2024 - MTBNZ XC Series Round 3 - Nelson,
A four round series this year. www.mtbnz.org.nz

Sat 17 February 2024 - 4X2 MTB relay - Timaru
This is a great event and well worth Christchuch riders driving 2 hours south for. Held in the Scenic Reserve (Centennial Park) in Timaru. This event is a fun race for solos or teams of 2. Complete as many laps as you can on this short, very fast single track/ hardpack track in 4 hours. This is a fundraising event for trail development and other projects in South Canterbury. More info and entry forms closer to the time at www.southcanterburymountainbikeclub.co.nz,

Sun 18 February 2024 - MTBNZ XC Series Round 4 - Blenheim,
A four round series this year. www.mtbnz.org.nz

Sat 24 February 2024 - CyclingNZ XC National Champs - Queenstown,
Held at Coronet Peak again. www.cyclingnewzealand.nz

Wed, 28 February 2024 - Singletracks Secondary School Series, round 1 - Crocodile XC MTB Park, ChCh
Our (Christchurch Singletrack Club) very popular annual series of short XC races for Canterbury secondary school riders. Short course multi-lap format using various loops within the ever growing trail network of the Crocodile XC MTB Park. Races typically take around 25-30 minutes to complete, and involve up to 3 laps. We vary the course each week. More details at https://racesingletracks.org.nz

March 2024

Sat 2 March 2024 - Karapoti Classic - Wellington
Based in Wellington's rugged Akatarawa Ranges, 10k north of Upper Hutt City, the Karapoti Classic is renowned as the Southern Hemisphere’s longest running mountain bike event. Established in 1986, this old-school adventure ride combines a huge but achievable challenge with historic trails, superb scenery and an awesome social scene. Past winners have included world champions such as NZ’s own Anton Cooper and Kim Hurst, Australian Lisa Mathison and Switzerlands Nathalie Schneitter, but with options ranging from the feature 50km Classic to the 20km Challenge and the Kids' 5km Klassic, Karapoti has something for everyone and is renowned as the one race on every mountain bikers wish list. Be quick... entries are limited to 1000 starters. www.karapoti.co.nz

Sat 2 March 2024 - Motatapu, Wanaka
A 47km scenic ride from Glendhu Bay, Wanaka, to the historic and beautiful Arrowtown. This is your once a year opportunity to experience the breathtaking high country terrain and traverse the Motatapu, Soho and Glencoe Stations. Also new for 2023 is the 56km Coronet Loop course - a grade 3-4 trail with some technicl aspects, exposure and plenty of climbing. www.motatapu.com

Wed, 6 March 2024 - Singletracks Secondary School Series, round 2 - Crocodile XC MTB Park, ChCh
Our (Christchurch Singletrack Club) very popular annual series of short XC races for Canterbury secondary school riders. Short course multi-lap format using various loops within the ever growing trail network of the Crocodile XC MTB Park. Races typically take around 25-30 minutes to complete, and involve up to 3 laps. We vary the course each week. More details at https://racesingletracks.org.nz

Fri 8 - Sun 10 March 2024 - The Prospector MTB Stage Race, Alexandra
A very popular three day MTB stage race set in the hills surrounding Alexandra using epic singletrack, gnarly climbs, arm pumping descents, and flowing trails. www.prospectormtb.co.nz

Wed, 13 March 2024 - Singletracks Secondary School Series, round 3 - Crocodile XC MTB Park, ChCh
Our (Christchurch Singletrack Club) very popular annual series of short XC races for Canterbury secondary school riders. Short course multi-lap format using various loops within the ever growing trail network of the Crocodile XC MTB Park. Races typically take around 25-30 minutes to complete, and involve up to 3 laps. We vary the course each week. More details at https://racesingletracks.org.nz

Wed, 20 March 2024 - Singletracks Secondary School Series, round 4 - Crocodile XC MTB Park, ChCh
Our (Christchurch Singletrack Club) very popular annual series of short XC races for Canterbury secondary school riders. Short course multi-lap format using various loops within the ever growing trail network of the Crocodile XC MTB Park. Races typically take around 25-30 minutes to complete, and involve up to 3 laps. We vary the course each week. More details at https://racesingletracks.org.nz

23 March 2024 - Le Race, www.lerace.co.nz

Wed, 27 March 2024 - Singletracks Secondary School Series, round 5 - Crocodile XC MTB Park, ChCh
Our (Christchurch Singletrack Club) very popular annual series of short XC races for Canterbury secondary school riders. Short course multi-lap format using various loops within the ever growing trail network of the Crocodile XC MTB Park. Races typically take around 25-30 minutes to complete, and involve up to 3 laps. We vary the course each week. More details at https://racesingletracks.org.nz

29 March - 1 April = EASTER WEEKEND

April 2024

Sun 7 April 2024 - Whitehorse Big Easy - Waimate
20km and 27km MTB courses, as well as multisport options. www.whitehorsebigeasy.co.nz

Sun 7 April 2024 - Porirua Grand Traverse - Porirua, Wellington
Established in 2006, the PGT is the grand tour of Porirua's spectacular hills, harbour and coastline. Tackle the full 58km multisport event, or have a crack at the 28km MTB ride on Rangituhi's amazing singletrack paradise. Something for everyone - all ages, all abilities, all amazing! Enter at poriruagrandtraverse.co.nz

Sat 13 April 2024 - 4 & 6-hour event - Ashburton
4 & 6-hour relay event on the Ashburton River trails for solo riders or teams of up to 4, hosted by Mountain Bike Ashburton. www.mountainbikeashburton.co.nz

Sat 20 April 2024 - The Mackenzie - Lake Tekapo
A lap of Lake Tekapo is back on the calendar again, but this time in summer. 88km loop. themackenzierace.com

Sat 20 - Sun 21 April 2024 - Faultline MTB Challenge - Wellington
24, 50, 100 and 160 km courses using many of the great trails of the Wellington region. faultlinechallenge.co.nz

www.singletrack.org.nz
Christchurch Singletrack Club
Canterbury cross-country mountain bike trailbuilding and events
craig@singletrack.org.nz

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