Crank Taupo
CRANK TAUPO is our latest MTB event.
NEWS 9 March 2010:
There has been a date change from 17 April to 22 May due to a clash with another event. We apologise for this change and look forward to a great new epic event on the 22nd.
The Venue
Mount Tauhara is a great foundation for Crank Taupo. The mountain dominates the Northern shores of Lake Taupo and is only a few minutes from the heart of town. It is surrounded by farm land and pine forests with fantastic views.
Downhill
The course will be around 2.5 minutes long with 50% in pine trees and 50% in farm land. The course will be designed and built by legendary DH MTBer John Kirkcaldie (aka JK). There will be ‘hard’ and ‘chicken’ options included in the course with the ‘hard’ line saving time.
Cross Country
The cross country course will circumnavigate Mount Tauhara. There will be both a 20km and a 35km option. The 35km course will be 70% in pine trees and 30% farm. The trails will include a mix of 4WD tracks, old logging tracks and purpose built single track.
Overall Champion
We want to recognize the most multi talented male and female who take on both the XC and DH. Riders will be given points starting from 1 for a win, 2 for 2nd and so on. We will give a big chunky prize to the rider who gains the least points from the XC and DH.
Event Extras
- A big marquee to hang out in
- DJ playing throughout the event with a big sound system.
- Coffee and café set up in marquee
- Food
Crank Taupo is set to just that – get a whole lot of people cranking on their pedals enjoying a unique MTB event in Taupo. The Cross Country should attract the numbers and the Downhill should attract attention. All rolled out 17th of April 2010.
ENTRY
On line entries will be available on this website late March.