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NZ’s largest cycling occasion is again looking forward to welcoming thousands of riders and supporters to the Taupo region on Saturday 30 November for its 46th running!
There's exciting news in the events mountain bike category options on offer this year. As well as the traditional Huka Steamer (approx. 60km), Huka Teaser (approx. 30km) MTB events, the Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge has also introduced the Tineli Huka Hundy (approx. 100km), a brand-new event category for this year.
Across approx. 100km of incredible mountain bike tracks, the Tineli Huka Hundy will be no ride in the park, will push riders to the limits, and is a great chance to be part of history when lining up on the start line on Saturday 30 November, it's going to be one heck of a ride!
No matter what type of riding you’re into, there’s an option for anyone whether it’s one of the above mountain bike categories, the iconic Shimano Round The Lake (approx. 160km), the 2-lap Enduro (approx. 320km), or the Independent Traffic Control Length Of The Lake (approx. 55km) road categories. Since its introduction in 2022, the Gravel Grind (approx. 75km) is proving hugely popular and it’s no surprise given it uses local MTB tracks, gravel roads, farm tracks, and tar-sealed roads, not always accessible to the public.
With a philosophy of inclusion, the Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge offers a wide variety of options to get on your bike and be part of the annual pilgrimage to one of New Zealand’s longest and most established events.
Whether you’re a roadie, a mountain biker, a gravel junkie or just looking for a recreational ride with the family, there’s something that’ll tick the box for you.
Get on your bike, check out all the details and enter now at cyclechallenge.com
