Bringing Enduro Back!
Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th October 2026
We’re bringing Enduro back to Ōtautahi for one unforgettable weekend!
Whether you’re gunning for the top step of the podium, tackling your first Enduro race, or just keen for a day out on the trails with your mates, there’ll be two days of riding, racing and guaranteed good times.
CHOOSE YOUR CHALLENGE
We’re all about giving you options, meaning everyone gets a day on the hill they won’t forget (for the right reasons).
Seven Stage / Long Course
For the seasoned pros, or those who think they’re game to take on the biggest challenge, we’ve got a seven-stage course that’ll test your limits with over 1000 metres of climbing and a variety of technical trails. The course will challenge your speed, skills and fitness from start to finish.
Categories:
U15 Men (Minimum age of 13 by 31st Dec 2026)
U15 Women (Minimum age of 13 by 31st Dec 2026)
U19 Men
U19 Women
Open Men (19-39 Years)
Open Women (19-39 Years)
Masters Men (40+ Years)
Masters Women (40+ Years)
EBike Open Men (13+ Years)
EBike Open Women (13+ Years)
*E-Bike racers will be able to tackle the seven-stage race, with an additional Power Stage at the end (for e-bike racers only), rounding up to a nice eight-stage race that’ll test both your battery and your bike’s.
Price: $140.00 (includes lift pass for Saturday practice and Sunday race*)
*Includes 2 chairlift uplifts as part of transition/liaison stages for Sundays race.
Four Stage / Short Course
An introduction to Enduro racing for some, a gentle reminder of racing for others. The four-stage course will focus on good vibes balanced with just the right amount of challenge! Tackling Blue and Single Black trails will be the aim of the game, letting you test your abilities with less pressure.
Categories:
U15 Men (Minimum age of 13 by 31st Dec 2026)
U15 Women (Minimum age of 13 by 31st Dec 2026)
U19 Men
U19 Women
Open Men (19-39 Years)
Open Women (19-39 Years)
Masters Men (40+ Years)
Masters Women (40+ Years)
E-Bike Open Men (13+ Years)
E-Bike Open Women (13+ Years)
*E-Bike racers will be able to tackle the four-stage race as is, there are no additional stages for this group.
Price: $95.00 (includes lift pass for Saturday practice and Sunday race*)
*Includes 1 chairlift uplift as part of transition/liaison stages for Sundays race.
HOW THE RACE WORKS
1. Course stages will be released one week before the race.
2. All stages will need to be raced in numerical order e.g. Stage 1 first, Stage 7 last.
3. All riders must follow designated transition/liaison stages to reach race stages.
4. Grab your race plate and timing chip from registration the day before the race (Saturday only).
5. All long course riders (7-stage) must be at the top of Stage 7 by the official cutoff time.
Each stage is electronically timed. The transitions between stages are not. However, you have to keep one eye on the clock as you transition, otherwise you risk missing your final stage drop window.
Transition stages will include some lung-busting uphill pedals mixed with scenic chairlift moments, a perfect combo to experience the best of the Park and spin some yarns with mates.
There will be no aid station for either course, riders will need to be self-sufficient from the event village base. Mechanic services will be available at the village.
Further race rules will be provided closer to race day.
HOW THE WEEKEND WORKS
Saturday 10 October 2026: Official Practice
Registered riders will have the opportunity to practice the race stages and prepare for Sunday’s race.
Riders must have their race plate on their bike to access the chairlift and trails for both practice and race day. Saturday practice will be marshalled.
All stages will be open on Saturday during park opening hours. Stages can be completed in any order on practice day only.
Sunday 11 October 2026: Race Day
Race Day format will be advised closer to the time, along with stages for each race.
Riders should expect to be onsite from approximately 8:00am – 5:00pm.
AN EVENT FOR ALMOST EVERYONE
Ōtautahi Enduro is suitable for riders over the age of 13 years as of 31st December 2026. With two options to choose from, we encourage you to pick the race option that suits your experience, capability and confidence.
CASH PRIZES
REGISTRATION
Registration closes at 12:00 pm NZDT on Friday 9th October 2026.