We all know that exercise is great for our mental and physical wellbeing. But there’s certainly those days you’d rather hit snooze on the alarm clock than head out for another training ride.

So how do you make sure you always have the motivation to get out on your bike? Ride with friends of course!

Thanks to our amazing family of event partners we have some awesome major spot prizes up for grabs!

Are you ready to test your limits? Join the FulGaz Tour of New Zealand, presented by the Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge and pedal your way towards discounted entry to the 2024 Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge

On road, off road, or no road at all, the new Suzuki Jimny 5-Door is ready to help you escape.

#RideToWin Take part in any Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge road specific event (Shimano Round the Lake, Length of the Lake or Enduro) and be in with a chance to win your very own bike build with a DURA-ACE groupset, selection of PRO Bikegear components, and a top-end frame from your favourite brand. Terms & Conditions apply.

Dating all the way back to 1977, the Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge has cemented itself as one of the longest running events in New Zealand and a must-do on cyclist’s event calendars.

Mark your calendars! Whether you're into road, gravel, or mountain biking, the Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge has something for everyone. Plus, this year, we're thrilled to introduce a brand new addition to our lineup - the Tineli Huka Hundy!

Be part of history and take your place at the start line of the newest most exciting challenge to hit the endurance calendar.  Introducing the Tineli Huka Hundy, one thing is for sure, it’s going to be one heck of a ride!

Your Photos and free downloadable Finisher Certificates are now available 📸

It’s done! After living in Taupō for my whole life I can finally say I have successfully ridden around the lake, and I even managed to have fun (most of the time😉) while doing it.

These awards represent the essence of the Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge and we are proud to be able to honour people in the name of these awards each year.

Fresh on the back of taking out the Supreme Award at the recent Keep New Zealand Beautiful Awards, Taupō invites you to enjoy everything on offer in the Central Plateau and join the 45th edition of the Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge.

Stay on top of all the Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge action on our Event Day Specific Information page.

For our Round The Lake and Enduro riders, a section of SH41 is currently down to one lane due to a slip.

You’ve been waiting for it - and here it is - the course map for the Shimano Gravel Grind. Approx. 80km of combined sealed and unsealed surfaces we are really looking forward to this one!

Thanks to our awesome partners, this year we've got some prizes up for grabs for the top performers in the Round The Lake, the Shimano Gravel Grind and the Huka Steamer 🌟

In celebration of our 45th anniversary, we're stoked to announce that this year, ALL finishers will receive a well-deserved finisher's medal!

With the incredible Love Taupō CBD transformation now complete, we couldn't be more thrilled to be returning back to the heart of the CBD. This year the start and finish lines will be back on Tongariro Street, and the Tongariro North Domain will be buzzing with our Event Village and it's epic post ride experience on event day!

As part of our effort for both the event and our attendees to be more sustainable, we’ve introduced the Bring Your Own Drop Bag initiative to this year’s event.