EVENT INFORMATION
You can enter as a team but you'll need to stick together. If you know you'll ride at different paces and meet up at the end of the day, enter as a individuals.
A GPS tracker is not required for this event but riders must understand that there is little to no mobile network coverage between Arapuni and Mangakino. Make your riding intentions well known. Carrying a Personal Locator Beacon (these can be hired) is useful resource to help emergency services find you in the event of a serious accident.
E-bikes are welcome but you’ll need to manage and plan your battery life.
This is proudly an inclusive event that welcomes trans and gender queer women.
EVENT GUIDELINES
By registering for the event all riders should...
RIDE SELF-SUPPORTED
You ride the whole thing carrying the gear, food and water you need to safely complete the event.
No-one transports your bags. No-one drops you food. No-one else fixes your flats.
You can access third party resources available to everyone e.g. shops, cafes, accommodation providers, deliveries to public addresses/post shops, bike mechanics.
Be prepared. Carry the right gear, tools, and emergency supplies to look after yourself.
Check out the gear and training sections on the Resources page for more guidance.
BE A TIDY BIKER. LEAVE ONLY BIKE TRACKS
Carry all your rubbish and dispose of it properly.
In case of bathroom emergencies, bury your poop or carry it in a bag. Yes. I said it.
OBEY ALL PUBLIC LAWS AND THE ROAD CODE
Helmets on.
EMBRACE THE CHALLENGE
Have a sense of adventure (and humour). It might piss down or take you way longer than you thought to get somewhere. Type 2 fun is almost certainly guaranteed.
EMPOWER OTHERS
Cheer on fellow riders. High five them at the top of a hill.
Stop and check if they need help if they are stopped.
BE COMFORTABLE…
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Dealing with a flat tyre.
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Riding mountain bike trails – sections of the river and lake trails are grade 3/4 which means paths can be narrow, uneven, muddy, steep, with loose dirt, tight corners and/or drop offs. Get some experience with this type of riding and ensure that you have the right tyres on your bike for a mountain bike trail.
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Riding on the open road with vehicles passing you at 100km.
LEAVE A GOOD IMPRESSION WITH THE LOCALS
Be considerate to other trail and road users.
Don't expect places to be open late or accept credit card. Bring cash and call ahead.
BE OVER THE AGE OF 16 OR RIDE IN A TEAM WITH A GUARDIAN
This event welcomes riders of all ages.
SHUTTLES
Taupō mountain bike specialists Four B are putting on shuttles from Taupō back to Hamilton on Sunday and Monday and a pre-event shuttle on Friday morning.
The cost of the shuttle is $85 for both you and your bike. It takes approximately two hours and will
drop you at Claudelands - approx. 2 km to the start line.
More shuttles will be put on if demand is met, please contact Four B directly to discuss pricing.
ACCOMODATION OPTIONS / CONTACTS
There are various camping spots and private accommodation options along the Rebel Ride route but here are a few key providers. Please follow specific instructions regarding bookings.
Epworth Camp, Maungatautari
Epworth Camp at 116 Finlay Road, Maungatautari is available to book directly for Rebel Riders.
Rates
Included in all prices is use of the kitchen area with fridge, ovens, sink, microwave, toaster, kettle, toilets, showers, and pool.
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Bunk bed in shared room $28/pp
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Linen Hire: $6.50/pp
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Tent site, non-powered $12.50/pp
Extras
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Breakfast (continental) - $6.50/pp
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Dinner & dessert - $24/pp
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A ride up the hill in the morning $5 :)
Note: Guests are required to tidy up before departing site (remove all rubbish and sweep/vaccum rooms).
To request a booking:
Group bookings can be made by one person. Please email Ingrid at enquiries@epworth.co.nz and clearly state
which night you would like to book for the number of people in your party what accommodation options you are requesting e.g tent site, bunk bed no linen, or bunk bed with linen Whether you would like breakfast, dinner & dessert.
Arapuni Backpackers
Arapuni backpackes was bought last year by Robyn and her sister Sheryl. Limited spaces available.
For bookings please call Robyn on: 027 573 6976
Lake Maraetai Lodge, Mangakino
For bookings please see their website: www.lakemaraetailodge.co.nz
That Dam Lodge, Whakamaru
Information about the lodge is available on their website.
For bookings please email: howto@xtra.co.nz with the night you would like to stay and whether you would like dinner & breakfast included.