Event Categories
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Shimano Round the Lake
Take on the challenge of the Shimano Round the Lake, the pillar event of the Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge. Iconic scenery and a ride like no other circumnavigating Great Lake Taupō.
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Great Lake 100
The Great Lake 100 is built for riders chasing that sweet-spot challenge - longer than the Length of the Lake, but not as demanding as the iconic Shimano Round the Lake.
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Independent Traffic Control Length of the Lake
The Independent Traffic Control Length of the Lake takes you along the lake’s most scenic stretch, riding from the southern shores back toward the event village in central Taupō.
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Tineli Huka Challenge
Bringing back the Challenge!
Delivering epic views across Lake Taupō, these incredible mountain bike trails wind you through pine forests and native bush, in a ride that’s as scenic as it is unforgettable.
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Huka Steamer
The most popular mountain biking event and with good reason, the Huka Steamer is epic, challenging and offers up all the iconic scenery expected from the event.
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Huka Teaser
The perfect mountain biking event for those looking to take the plunge into events with a generous dose of fun, atmosphere and excitement, the Huka Teaser ticks all the boxes.
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Enduro
Have you got what it takes to lap Great Lake Taupō not once, but twice in this epic Enduro road ride showcasing some of the Central North Island’s most breath-taking scenery?
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Gravel Grind
Let the gravel fly! This adventure ride offers course diversity (tar seal, gravel and MTB Tracks), scenery and a chance to experience parts of Taupō, unique to this special course.
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Lakesider
Grab your friends, family and your bike and make a weekend of it. A leisurely riding which offers all the best bits - scenery, atmosphere and a chance to be a part of NZ’s largest cycling event.