2021 will be our inaugural “Bike the Boulders” event. It will involve approximately 29kms of mountain biking across some of Manawatu’s most scenic farmland with amazing views of the Ruahine Ranges, Mt Ruapehu and Mt Ngarahoe. The ride will begin in Rangiwahia and cover farmland onto Mangarere Road. From here the cyclists will traverse around to the famous Whitecliff Papa Boulders right on the edge of the Rangitikei River. A great event to look forward to following a very disappointing 2020.

We have a range of mountain and eBike riders within the club who are passionate about making the event a success. There are currently no “one-off” mountain biking events within the Manawatu District and we are extremely excited to be able to host something to provide people with the opportunity to see the Northern Manawatu. We anticipate this event will become an annual attraction so come and be a part of the first ever Bike the Boulders. Follow the event on Facebook for further updates closer to March.

FAQ’s Answered Below!! 🚲🚲

- the shuttles run both ways and are for you are your bikes! You can chose to either park at the start in the morning (2247 Rangiwahia Road) and catch the afternoon shuttle back to your car, otherwise you can park at the finish (Peka road) and catch the shuttle to the start line in the morning.

- Camping. Rangiwahia hall has a great freedom camping spot, there are also powered sites and fingers crossed the new shower block is ready by then too!

- the ride is a grade 2/3, mainly 2

- lunch is provided at the end of the event, venison burger (YUM!!) with an aid station halfway around the course.

- toilets are at the start, finish and halfway around.

- EBIKES! You are more than welcome - as with regular riders we would love for you to ride conservatively and look out for others.

- this is a non competitive event, it’s about enjoying a spurt we all enjoy in a part of NZ that not many of you will have been to!

Anything else please don't hesitate to flick us an email! 💥💥