We ask our participants why they take part in the Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge.

So many charities need support, and you can help by turning your Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge ride into a fundraiser.

Performance kit for your ride, casual wear when you're off the saddle. Shop our merch now!

When the temperature drops, don't let it keep you indoors! Discover how you can make the most of winter cycling with our essential tips for staying comfortable and safe on your training rides.

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

Each year we have over 400 Contact Energy Volunteers who give up their time to help us bring the event to life. We were curious as to what motivates them to be involved so we asked them!

We’re stoked to introduce four incredible riders who’ll be taking part in this year’s event and inspiring others along the way.

We’ve got 6 great reasons to get your group, school, club or corporate entered into the 2023 Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge.

Shimano New Zealand is proud to support the local cycling community by delivering two ultimate bike builds to Andre Weal of Murchison, the lucky winner of the Shimano prize at the 2024 Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge.

Join Ride Holidays at the Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge! If you’re travelling from overseas, book your flight to Auckland, and Ride Holidays will handle the rest.

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.

The atmosphere of New Zealand’s greatest cycling event has been electric as organisers, riders, supporters, event partners and the Taupō community celebrate this milestone event.

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…

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

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

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

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.

Join the Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge and help support the community! Whether you're riding, sponsoring, or cheering from the sidelines, there are plenty of ways to get involved. Read more to learn how!

Join us for another Facebook Live - this time with Taylor Gunman. Taylor will share about his love of riding, and his experience doing the Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge.

Enter by August 31st for a chance to win a prize package including 2 nights at Quality Inn Acapulco, dining vouchers, cycling gear, and more at the Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge!