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NZ’s Premier Cycling Event

New Zealand’s largest cycling occasion, and arguably one of the country’s largest sports participation events is again looking forward to welcoming thousands of riders and supporters to the Taupō region on Saturday 30 November 2024.

With a philosophy of inclusion, the Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge offers a wide variety of options to get on your bike and be part of the annual pilgrimage to one of New Zealand’s longest and most established events, celebrating its 46th running in 2024.

30 November 2024

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Giving Back to the Community

Every year the Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge make contributions to community groups in return for providing volunteers who help make the event come to life.

For the 2023 event we were able to contribute over $75,000 to our local community groups by way of volunteer payments.

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Shimano Round the Lake

Take on the challenge of the Shimano Round the Lake, the pillar event of the Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge. Approx. 160km of iconic scenery and a ride like no other circumnavigating Great Lake Taupō.

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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 of approx. 320km showcasing some of the Central North Island’s most breath-taking scenery?

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Independent Traffic Control Length of the Lake

The Independent Traffic Control Length of the Lake event which will see you weave your way around the most scenic stretch of the lake from the southern shores back towards the event village in the heart of the Taupō.

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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.

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Huka Steamer

The most popular mountain biking event and with good reason, the 60km 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 30km Huka Teaser ticks all the boxes.

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Gravel Grind

Let the gravel fly! This 80km 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. 16km of leisurely riding which offers all the best bits, scenery, atmosphere and a chance to be a part of NZ’s largest cycling event.

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e-Bikes

We’re all about enabling people to do our event and are embracing the new e-Bike phenomenon. Several of our event categories have an e-Bike option.

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Latest News

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Catchup with Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge Ambassadors: Bryony Botha

Taupō local and Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge veteran, Libby O’Brien recently had the privilege of sitting down for a chat with our awesome Cycle Challenge ambassadors, Bryony Botha. Catch up on their convo here…

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Para Cycling champion Nick Blincoe gears up for the Shimano Round the Lake

After a year of ups and downs, Nick Blincoe is excited to take on the Shimano Round the Lake this November.

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Late Entry Fee Reminder

Late entry fees roll in on November 1st! Get your entry in by October 31st to save.

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Husband and wife duo earn a historical title for the Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge

Last year Nicky and Ross Owen ticked over their 25th ride in the annual event, earning themselves the very honourable Diamond status.

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Supporting our Taupō community

As New Zealand’s longest-standing cycling event, the Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge brings together thousands of riders and supporters, showcasing the vibrant spirit of our Taupō community.

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Fundraising

We’re excited to have adopted a multi-charity approach and have teamed up with Grassrootz so you can raise funds for your favourite charity. Gut Cancer Foundation is our Champion Charity for this year’s event. If you don’t have a charity of choice you can help Gut Cancer Foundation by setting up an online fundraising page and making a donation when you do your online entry. They would love your support.

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Our Partners

We have a wonderful family of event partners without whom we could not bring this event to you. There will be some awesome offers coming your way from our partners. Make sure you are tuned in by subscribing to our latest news and updates database.

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Covid-19

The health and safety of participants, our crew, and everyone involved with the BDO Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge is our top priority. We always endeavor to deliver a safe and enjoyable event. The event will comply with any Government imposed requirements that may exist at the time of the event.

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