The Last Great Lake Tekapo Mountain Bike Race was held on Sunday 5th June 2011, Queens Birthday Weekend.
Results are available as
PDF files using the links on the left hand menu on this page
OR
visit the Timing Sports website by clicking HERE.
Two Major Spot Prizes
- courtesy of Howes Cycles -
Timaru
two Avanti Montari 2
Mountain Bikes
Other Major Spot Prizes -
Accommodation Packages from :-
The Godley Resort Hotel Lake Tekapo,
Lake Tekapo Scenic Resort
Air Safaris Flight
Guided ‘Ball Pass’ Trek from Alpine Recreation
Ground Effect Clothing
Tekapo Helicopters Voucher
There are also numerous minor prizes that will be
handed out at the finish line.
Alpine Springs, Spa & Winter Park
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Cash prizes
of $500 each to be won for
first Individual Male racer
and first Individual Female racer.
... be in to win........Cash Prizes sponsored
by Destination Mt Cook Mackenzie and MTB Pursuits
Destination Mt Cook Mackenzie
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New
Zealands most scenic 90 Km Adventure Mountain Bike
Race.
Approx ride time 4 to 8 hours for individuals
or two person teams. |
Message
from the Race Organisers for the 2011 event...
The Last Great race! Established in 2002, this scenic 90km adventure mountain bike race was held for the last time on Sunday 5th June 2011.
The 10th and last Lake Tekapo Mtb Pursuit had to be completed on an alternate course due to overnight rain and high river levels. The course was 82km up and back course on the west side of the lake. Competitors completed a 1-2 km cross country loop near Ribbonwood hut and then returned on the same track. The weather was fine and mild but the rain meant there was lots of water and mud. The track was a challenge and many competitors rated it tougher than going all the way around! Many thanks to other sponsors, helpers, and supporters. Prize giving was at the Lake Tekapo Community Hall followed by a get together and a few drinks - it proved to be a good positive and enjoyable event to finish on.
Check out our screen savers to celebrate this very last event - Free to download for personal use.
| Also - AVAILABLE - race T-shirts for $25.00 plus $5.00 postage. First in first served SEE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE for a list of sizes and colours available. Contact Pete and Marg Munro for further info at info@mtbpursuits.com or Ph 03 680 6207, Fax 03 680 6211. |
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Regards Pete and Marg Munro, Race Organisers |
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Course details : |
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View Course Map CLICK HERE (1.10MB)
View Start/Finish Map CLICK HERE (276kb)
View Course Profile (Altitude vs Distance) CLICK HERE (26kb) |
Race starts on the village green with a staggered start with elite riders leading off at 9am and 3-5minute intervals between all other time splits. The ride goes along the lakefront heading through the motor camp and via the pines out to Godley Peaks Road . With 10km of sealed road the field is able to spread itself before moving onto shingle surface at Lake Alexandra turn-off. At the Cass River the track becomes a 4WD surface and throughout this section it is undulating and can be greasy or icy (depending on weather conditions). The crossing of the Godley River is approx 10km above the head of the Lake, all riders will be directed onto the river bead and MUST follow the marked course across this 2km braided river bead. The surface is stony but ride-able and the water is very cold, efforts to protect your feet & lower legs is recommended, or at least carry a spare pair of socks/shoes to change into once the Macaulay River has been crossed. On the east side of the Macaulay River will be a drink and shelter station with port-a-loo's. The remainder of the course back to Tekapo is on a good gravel surface. You will turn-off at the pines at the regional park to ride the last 2km on single track back to the finish area on Pioneer Drive .
PLEASE NOTE: Normal road rules apply at all times, on ALL roads throughout this event. There is only limited cell phone coverage on the course.
ALTERNATIVE COURSE
In the event of adverse weather or unsafe river levels an alternative course will be provided on the day, this will be at the discretion of the race organisers and safety advisors. However in the event of heavy snow where riding is not possible the event will be cancelled and entry fees will not be refunded.
For further details phone
Peter or Margaret on (03) 680 6207 Fax (03) 680 6211
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Race
Programme details : |
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Team and Half Ride Information :There will be no Team entries or Half ride entries for this final event
Entries and Late
Entries :Enter online by using the link on the upper left hand menu. Printed entry forms will be in selected cycle shops in mid March. Entries close on May 30 th at 5pm. All entries will receive confirmation by email or by post. Late entries after 30 th May will only be accepted at the event organizers discretion and will be subject to a $30 late fee. Any refunds prior to the race will be at the organizers discretion. No refunds apply after 30 th May or if event is cancelled due to heavy snow.
Registration packs Registration and race packs (including sponsors products and pre-ordered clothing) can be collected between 1pm and 8pm on Saturday 4 th June at the Conference Room at Peppers Blue Water Resort, Main Road, Lake Tekapo or from 7am to 8am on Sunday Morning from the start tent on the village green (behind the Tekapo Tavern). The race briefing will be on the village green (the back of the town, by the car park at the northern end) at 8.45pm with the race start at 9am sharp. ALL RIDERS MUST ATTEND THE BRIEFING.
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RACE BRIEFING : |
The race briefing will be on the village green (the back of the town, by the car park at the northern end) at 8.45pm with the race start at 9am sharp. ALL RIDERS MUST ATTEND THE BRIEFING. |
RACE START : |
Race starts at 9am. Race
starting point will be confirmed at the race briefing .(no responsibility can
be taken by the organizers for riders missing the start due to
non attendance of the briefing - make sure your there!!) |
RACE DE-BRIEF &
PRIZEGIVING :
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Prizegiving will be at the Lake Tekapo Hall on Aorangi Cres on Sunday 5 th June following the event at 5pm. A cup of soup, tea & Coffee and sausage sizzle will be available for those who purchase a ticket with entry form.
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MASSAGE AVAILABLE : |
We recommend the day spa at Alpine Springs & Spa, Phone 03 680-6550 to make your booking or soak in the hot pools to add to the final touch in your recovery following your ride. |
ACCOMMODATION AVAILABILITY
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Staff at the Lake Tekapo i-Site will have up-dated info on accommodation availability and the selection of price ranges etc – phone 03 680-6579
“Need somewhere to stay during the race? What about a spot of luxury at an affordable price Peppers Bluewater Resort check it out www.peppers.co.nz/bluewater/ . Phone for reservations 0800 680 570 and ask about the Special Rates for Riders and support crew . Proud supporter of the Round Lake Tekapo MTB Pursuit.” |
Soup & Sausage sizzle |
(at Prize giving, Aorangi Crescent, Lake Tekapo Hall, from 5pm) $10pp |
EXTRA ACTIVITIES
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The Alpine Springs
Hot Pools and Spa, and the Winter Park for ice-skating
will be open over Queens Birthday weekend visit www.alpinesprings.co.nz
and www.winterpark.co.nz. Mount John Earth & Sky
Observatory also open visit www.earthandsky.co.nz.
For local scenic flights contact Air Safaris or Tekapo
Helicopters.
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Cycle and Equipment emergencies: |
Howes Cycles will be available for your
cycle and equipment emergencies should they arise on
Saturday night and Sunday morning prior to race start.
See the Howes tent by the Marquee. |
RACE CATEGORIES : |
Men - Women - Juniors (14 - 17yrs).
Event limited to first 1000 paid up entries.
NO
spectator or support vehicles will be permitted on the Godley Peaks Road
or Lilybank Road.
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COMPULSORY GEAR : |
It is every rider’s responsibility to follow this gear advice, failure to do so is not in the best interests of your own (or other riders) safety. Be prepared before you leave home and we advise you have your cycle checked over by a cycle mechanic prior to the event.Lake Tekapo is at 700mtrs above sea level and can be subject to rapid weather changes. The climate can be extreme. At this time of year be prepared for frost and cold:
1. Wear or carry a wind proof jacket.
2. Use thermals next to your skin eg: “Icebreaker”. Carry thermal gloves to go under your cycling gloves and a thermal hat that can fit under your helmet. Thermal Long Johns or long bike pants are a good idea.
3. Carry a second pair of socks/shoes to change into after the river crossings, 35 - 40 kms is a long way to go if you have freezing feet !
4. Carry food to snack (no littering please) and take drink, (you can refill with water from the rivers if you choose).
5. Carry a survival Blanket
6. Carry bike repair gear - puncture kit, pump, spare tube, allen keys, chain breaker, etc.
7. If you estimate your complete cycle time for 90km as 7 hours or more you must carry a bike light - front and rear for the bike or head torch and rear light for the bike.
Sunset is at approx 5.10pm and it will be dark by 6.00pm. |
RACE RULES : |
1. Everyone must show consideration for race officials and the other competitors, attend the race briefing and obey road rules at all times. Leave gates as you find them, don’t spook animals and don’t drop rubbish.
2. Helmets must be worn during warm up and during the race.
3. The race officials have the right to refuse entry to any person whose bike is in an unsafe condition.
4. All competitors must carry basic repair equipment and must carry compulsory clothing ie: jacket, thermals, socks, hat & gloves, survival blanket.
5. In the event of extreme weather conditions (i.e. heavy snow) the event may be cancelled. Entry fees are not refundable if cancellation occurs due to extreme weather.
6. All competitors must follow the markers across the Godley and Macaulay Rivers. They must also abide by any instructions issued by race marshals during the event.
7. Organizers reserve the right to alter the race route if safety of the original course is in doubt. In the event of this happening, the details of the alternative route will be described at the race briefing.
8. Withdrawal from entry: refunds are at the sole discretion of race organisers. Entry fees are not subject to refund after 4th June 2011.
9. Entries close on May 30 th at 5pm. All entries will receive confirmation by email or by post. Late entries after 30 th May will only be accepted at the event organizers discretion and will be subject to a $30 late fee. Any refunds prior to the race will be at the organizers discretion. No refunds apply after 30 th May or if event is cancelled due to heavy snow.
10. A cut-off time for competitors will be the Eastern Bank of the Macaulay River at 2.00pm. Late riders will be transported to nearer the finish to complete the race before dark.
11. The course is open to REGISTERED RIDERS ONLY - no support bikes will be allowed in the field.
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HOW TO GET THERE : |
Follow the main roads to Tekapo. |
ENTRIES CLOSE |
Closing date for entires (without late fee) 30th May 2011 at 5pm
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SEND ENTRIES AND
PAYMENT
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Cheques Payable
to : MTB Pursuits
You
may request bank account
details if you wish to pay by Internet banking (use the link on the
entry form page). Payment by visa is also available (processing fee of $5 applies).
Send Entries to : Lake Tekapo MTB
Race, P O Box 160, Lake Tekapo 7945, Mackenzie Country.
(or if paying by Visa or Internet banking you may also
fax entry form to 03 680 6211) |
ESPECIALLY FOR THE EVENT :
The Lake Tekapo MTB Pursuit Race T-shirt (100% cotton - refer Picture)
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The Lake Tekapo MTB Pursuit Race T-shirt (100% cotton - refer Picture below)
$25 each
Sizes available as at 8/6/11.
Women Blue T-Shirt -
2 x extra Small
2 x Small
1 x Medium
2 x Large
2 x extra large
Women Black T-Shirt -
1 x extra small
1 x Small
Mens Blue T-Shirt -
3 x Small
1 x Medium
6 x Large
6 x extra large
4 x 2XL
Mens Black T-Shirt -
4 x extra large
2 x 2XL
CLOTHING CAN BE ORDERED BY CONTACTING THE RACE ORGANISORS
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