Huka Teaser

New to mountain biking, looking to hone your skills or just get out there and have a blast? Look no further than the Huka Teaser. This epic 30km adventure race is perfect if you’re looking to get out there and have an awesome time among like-minded riders.

Forget weather worries, the predominantly pumice-base tracks means you’re good to go no matter what the weather throws at you.

Get set to experience some of the region’s iconic landmarks as you whizz by including; AJ Hackett Bungy, Huka Falls, Aratiatia Dam, and alongside the steamy silica thermal stream at Wairakei via the Taupō Rotary Ride track.

The final leg will provide you with outstanding views of Lake Taupo and the mountains beyond before you descend to the finish line via ‘Acid Drop’, across the mighty Waikato River and the iconic MTB bridge, which is erected especially for the event.

The last push takes you past the Taupō Marina before crossing the finish line back in the heart of the town centre where you can celebrate with the thousands of other MTBers and roadies back at the event village.

The course is made up of a mixture of Grade 2 and Grade 3 tracks.

Course for 2026
Riverside Reserve – Rotary Ride – Huka Falls to Aratiatia –  Aratiatia Loop – Wairakei Resort Track – Wairakei Tourist Track – Honey Trail – Expressway – Acid Drop – Riverside Park

Distance

Approx 30km

Vertical Climb

431m

Entry Fee From

$126*

*Pricing details Click Here

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  • Start Time:
    10:15am

    Start Line:
    Tongariro St

    Finish Line:
    Tongariro St

    Rider Check In:
    Friday from 12pm till 8pm and Saturday from 6am till 9am
    Great Lake Centre, Taupo

  • Road access is available to:

    Spa Park
    Aratiatia
    Kefi Cafe

  • We will have a water stop and hydration point at the The Hub, and you will also be able to slip in and get some food and a Short Black if you need one to keep you going. This will be approximately 24km into the ride. We will have marshals on the tracks to help pick up the broken bits but in true MTB style you have to look after yourself.

    R-Line Electrolyte Drink will also be available on the course.

    Water/hydration is available at:

    The Hub Aid Station – 24km

  • Management reserves the right to remove riders from the MTB course if it’s apparent they will not complete the event by 3pm or it is deemed the safety of themselves or others could be compromised.

  • This year’s age groups are:

    19 and under

    20 - 29

    30 - 39

    40 - 49

    50 - 59

    60 - 69

    70+

  • To ride the event alone the child must be 12 or over.

    If your child is between 10 - 12 but you will be accompanying them for the full duration of their ride please email info@cyclechallenge.com for entry information.

  • Electric bikes are permitted as part of the event category and will be timed separately from the non assisted bikes. We will not be supplying charging stations around the course. Please ensure you register in the ebike event category when you enter online.

  • Please select a start time based on the length of time you expect to ride the Huka Teaser Timing does not start until your cross the timing mat.

    Start Groups

    Group 1 - Ride time under 1:45

    Group 2 - Ride time 1:45 - 2:10

    Group 3 - Ride time 2:10 +