Enduro

Enduro by name, enduro by nature. The Enduro uses the same course as the cornerstone event of the Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge, Round the Lake, TWICE!

Kicking off at 1.30am and taking on average around 13 ½ hours to complete, the double lap of the lake course takes you from the centre of the beautiful Taupō town centre towards the lush green paddocks and geothermal steam fields along Poihipi Road. From there it’s onto State Highway 32 where you’ll need to be prepared for plenty of undulations including Waihaha Hill and its pesky false summit. Your efforts will be rewarded with stunning views of the Waihaha River and Pikopiko Stream as you whizz past.

After a careful left hand turn on to State Highway 41 you’ll begin the grind up the infamous Waihi Hill, which again opens up spectacular lake views from the summit before rolling down the other side into Turangi and onto SH1.

You’ll need to ensure there is still some juice in the tank before approaching the grueling Hatepe Hill, but again, the scenic rewards are worth it as this stretch of the course offers the most picturesque backdrop of the event. Catch the crystal clear waters of Bulli Point as you ride by and enjoy the course as it weaves its way around the iconic lakefront bays before reaching Taupō’s CBD.

One lap down, one to go as you head out to do it all over again, conquering two laps of Australasia’s largest lake.

Distance

Approx 322km

Vertical Climb

3554m

Entry Fee From

$199*

*Pricing details Click Here

  • Start Time:
    1.30am

    Start Line:
    Redoubt Street

    Finish Line:
    Tongariro St

    Rider Check In:
    Friday from 12pm till 8pm
    Great Lake Centre Taupo

  • There are a number of water stops around the lake.

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

    Hydration is available at the Length of the Lake start point, and the following locations:

    Waihaha

    Kuratau Lookout

    Tokaanu

    Mission Bay

    Hatepe Hill

    These will only be available on Saturday from 7am

  • Management reserves the right to remove riders from the course if it’s apparent they will not complete the event by 8pm or it is deemed the safety of themselves or others could be compromised. Riders must be passed Turangi by 4:15pm.

  • This year’s age groups are:

    19 and under

    20 - 29

    30 - 39

    40 - 49

    50 - 59

    60 - 69

    70+

  • We have made the decision that the minimum age for a child with an accompanying adult (1:1) is 15 years old. This decision has been made not only for the safety of your child but also our other participants and in keeping with the NZ Road Code. To ride the event alone the child must be 18 or over.

    If your child is between 15 -18 but you will be accompanying them for the full duration of their ride please email info@cyclechallenge.com for entry information.

  • E Bikes are not permitted in this event category.

  • The following information is designed to help make your challenge safe and enjoyable. Please read before entering the event and contact Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge if you have any questions.

    Weather Conditions
    Taupo is approximately 370 metres above sea level. Temperatures can be warm or be as cold as 0 degrees during the event. Adding the wind chill factor means it can be even colder. Be prepared for cold conditions by taking appropriate clothing such as thermals and wind and rain barriers.

    Food and Water
    The only shops on the course are in Tihoi and Turangi. From 7:00am Saturday there will be numerous aid stations throughout the course offering water and electrolyte drinks. All other nutritional needs must be supplied by the rider.

    Reminder of General Entrant Participation rule #5.

    5. Disqualification from the Event

    5.1. Any entrant who, in the opinion of the organisers, fails to comply with the event terms and conditions and is seen to be breaking the NZ road rules at any time may be disqualified from the event. Disqualification will result in the offender’s name being completely removed from the event results and prize draw and may result in a refusal by the event organisers, to accept entry to future Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge events. No refund will be granted.

    Reminder of General Entrant Participation rule #8.

    8.3 These terms and conditions are binding on entrants relatives, personal representatives, support crew, heirs and successors.

    Course Description
    The Enduro event complete two full laps of the lake which is approximately 322km. Last year the winning male time was 9 hours 33 minutes. The winning female time was 10 hours 11 minutes.

    Note that at the end of lap one, riders must take a specific route through the Taupo town centre to avoid the large masses starters on Tongariro St and will pass a timing beam on Roberts St or finish line. All 2 lap Enduro riders will finish at the main finish line on Lake Terrace.

    EVENT SUPPORT (supplied by LTCC)

    - Lead vehicle on lap one to Pohipi Rd /Marotiri Rd intersection

    - Support and Gear (SAG) wagon and bike mechanic first lap only

    - Electronic timing

    - Race communications support for the duration of your event

    - On course safety official during the hours of darkness

    Sag Wagon/Tail End Charlie
    A SAG wagon is provided for the first lap then full event services will be on course from 6am – 7pm Saturday. The SAG wagon will lead riders to the corner of Poihipi and SH32 to indicate the turn off point it will wait there until all riders have gone through and will then tail the field until the end of the first lap.

    PARTICIPATION RULES: (Enduro)

    All of the Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge Event Terms and Conditions 2023 In addition, the following rules apply:

    All riders must wear the official YELLOW helmet cap – issued by Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge

    NZ Road Code rules apply. During the hours of darkness all riders must have a strong front white light and 2 rear red lights so they are visible to oncoming and following traffic. One red light must be fitted to the bike and the other on the helmet. We recommend red rear lights should be set to stationary when riding in a group or in a bunch, and to flashing when riding on your own with no other riders around you. Riders should also have a back-up front light or spare batteries.

    At night all riders must wear high viz, reflective clothing including reflective bands on their ankles so they are clearly visible to oncoming and following traffic. Lights and clothing will be checked by the organisers on the start line prior to the start. Riders who do not have lights and clothing as specified as above will not be allowed to start. A marshal will be on the course at night to ensure that riders are clearly visible to oncoming and following traffic. The marshal is authorised to remove any rider from the course who is not clearly visible. Riders who do not have lights and clothing as specified as above will NOT start.

    There will be a cut off at 8:00 pm anywhere on the course. Riders not finished by 8:00pm Saturday night may be removed from the course.

    Support vehicles are allowed on course between for lap one only on Saturday morning.

    No support vehicles are to be on the course (associated with their rider) for lap two.

    It is a police and event requirement that Support vehicles must not follow directly behind their rider. Drivers must leap frog their rider and drive to the next available area where the vehicle can pull off the road completely and cause no hazard to other road users. Support vehicle driver behavior will be monitored.

    If you pull out of the event for any reason you MUST notify race communications, number is on the back of your race bib.