Cross Country MTB Race 
Come and ride this challenging course built by mountain bikers for mountain bikers with heaps of single track and some challenging climbs.
Laps of approx 13km, 420m climb. Average lap time 53 mins. Details on the web sites
Sport riders do 2 laps. Expert riders do 3 laps.
All proceeds go into trail development in Hanmer Forest to ensure quality riding every time you visit Hanmer Springs.
Awesome Spot Prizes from top sponsors.
Sunday 6th December 2009
Enquiries can be emailed to
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or ring Graham Frith on 03 315 5009 between 8am and 9.30pm.
Entries On line entry can be made by clicking HERE
Entry forms can be downloaded HERE and must be received prior to the closing date of Wednesday 2nd December 2009. Please allow 2 days for the post to reach Hanmer!!
Cheques to “Hanmer Springs Mountain Bike Club” please.
They will also be available from Basic Bikes in Christchurch, where they can be handed in with your entry fee in exchange for a free bike tube
Entry fee: $40 per person – juniors $20 (18 and under on race day)
Entry confirmation: Entries received by post will be confirmed by email only.
Refunds will be given up to the closing date of Wednesday 2nd December 2009, less $10 admin fee. No refunds will be given after this date.
Entry on the day will be available at registration for an extra cost of $10
Registration will be at Krank Dirtwear on Conical Hill Road from 9.00am to 5.30pm on Saturday 5th December or at the Forest Trust Camp on Jollies Pass Rd from 8.00am –10.00 am on Sunday, and will be signposted from the centre of the village. NB If you register it will be assumed you will start the race. This is an important safety issue. Please do not register and then not start the race.
Risk Disclosure Forms: are available for downloading from www.hanmerevents.co.nz or can be collected at registration. These must be completed, signed and handed in at registration prior to collection of race numbers.
Junior competitors must have their form signed by a parent / caregiver.
Start time will be at 10.30am following the race brief which is at 10.15 am near the registration venue. All competitors must attend the race brief.
Prize Giving: will be held at the Forest Trust Camp, at approx 2.00pm, or once all competitors have finished. There will be numerous spot prizes; you must be there to get one
Extreme weather conditions i.e. strong winds or snow may mean it is unsafe to run the race on the planned route. The organisers reserve the right to alter the course at short notice, or withhold entry fees and offer an alternative date.
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