Race Day 11 April 2010

Mt Peel Mountain Bike Marathon

Blue Mountain Gorges Challenge

Sunday 11 April 2010

Two classic New Zealand Mountain Bike Rides
  • Huge Adventure Challenge
  • Spectacular Mountain Trails
  • Magnificent Alpine Scenery
  • Beautiful Orari Gorge
  • New 2 Person Relay Option
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NEW FOR 2010
Later start time for Blue Mountain Race - now starts at 8.30am - making it a little easier for those coming from out of the area, although we do recommend staying overnight at Peel Forest it is a delightful settlement.

NEW Blue Mountain Gorges Team Relay A new two person team relay option that allows more riders to enjoy the stunning Orari Gorge and Blue Mountain MTB trails.  The first rider starts at Peel Forest (along with the solor riders) and rides the usual course to Lochaber. The second rider will be transported to Lochaber (along with their bike) and they ride the second leg through Blue Mountain back to Peel Forest. The first rider will be transported back to Peel Forest (with their bike). The perfect option for those wanting to take part in this great adventure ride but lacking the fitness, experience or confidence to complete the whole ride on their own. 

Blue Mountain is also the Final race of Accessman South Canterbury MTB Cup series for more information on the series go to http://www.scmtbcup.co.nz/. 4 Great races to find South Canterbury MTB Champions.

 

 

Mt Peel Mountain Bike Marathon & Blue Mountain Gorges Challenge

Two classic New Zealand mountain bike rides that combine a huge challenge with spectacular mountain trails and magnificent alpine scenery.

The adventure begins at Peel Forest in South Canterbury. The two rides start at the same time and same place but head off in opposite directions, and eventually they finish back where they started.

Both rides are demanding, and provide seasoned bikers and brave newcomers with the opportunity to test their limits.

These courses are only open once per year and we are extremely grateful to the station holders for allowing access to their properties. All areas are working farms - please respect this is private land. Take out everything you take in.

Click here for course map

Entries close on March 31 at midnight, however late entries will be accepted on the day (from 6.30am) with the payment of a late entry fee $20.

These are alpine races.All riders must carry thermals/wet weather gear and sufficient equipment to keep themselves and their bike mobile.

Didymo Risk !
The Orari River Catchment is a didymo free area and we want to keep it that way.

Mt Peel MTB Marathon and Blue Mountain Gorges Challenge are national events so there is a very real risk of spreading Didymo via entrants who have ridden in or near infected South Island rivers this summer.

All riders must wash their bikes & shoes, socks, leggings thoroughly before coming to Mt Peel. An alternative to washing is removal of any weed/algae and thorough drying for at least 48 hours.

On race morning we will be running a bike wash for all riders - please be patient.

This link may also be of use- http://www.biosecurity.govt.nz/didymo

2008 Reults and Photos
 
Full 2008 results click here
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