The annual Makara Enduro is back for its 8th year! And we’re very pleased to announce that this year, we’ll be joined by Canadian royalty—eh.
We're proud to support the Makara Peak Supporters. Proceeds from the race go back to the Makara Peak Trails.
This event is going ahead under the red traffic light. PLEASE READ THE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON HOW THIS WILL RUN BELOW.
Head over to the Facebook event page for the latest updates.
The 2022 Justin TruDuro is brought to you by:
REVISED TIMETABLE
Due to the limitations on numbers imposed by the guidelines under the red traffic light, this event is now running in two waves. Please read the following carefully.
Wave 1 Group:
- Mens Master 40+
- Womens Master 40+
- Mens Master 50+
- Womens Master 50+
- Mens Under 16
- Womens Under 16
- Mens Under 13
- Womens Under 13
Wave 1 Timetable:
- 7:30am-8:30am Registration (Makara Peak MTB Park carpark)
- 8:45am: Mandatory rider briefing (Makara Peak MTB Park carpark)
- 9:00am: Race start (Makara Peak MTB Park carpark)
- 12:00pm: Race finish (Mud Cycles)
- 12:30pm: Prizegiving (Mud Cycles)
Wave 2 Group:
- Mens Master 30+
- Womens Master 30+
- Mens Open (19-29)
- Womens Open (19-29)
- Mens Under 19
- Womens Under 19
- E-Bike
Wave 2 Timetable:
- 10:00am-11:00am Registration (Makara Peak MTB Park carpark)
- 11:30am: Mandatory rider briefing (Makara Peak MTB Park carpark)
- 12:00pm: Race start (Makara Peak MTB Park carpark)
- 3:00pm: Race finish (Mud Cycles)
- 3:30pm: Prizegiving (Mud Cycles)
COVID-19 vaccine passes required for everyone age 12+
Due to the Government's COVID-19 Protection Framework and its impact on outdoor events under the traffic light system, vaccine passes will be required for this event for everyone aged 12 and over. We will be checking vaccine passes at registration.
You will be required to wear a mask at all times at the registration area and race finish and prize giving. You will not not required to wear a mask while racing, so we suggest removing your mask on the start line before you set off, and putting it back on once you enter the race finish area.
If you are unable to follow these rules, the event team will ask you to leave the event.
You can read more about the traffic light system and outdoor events here: https://covid19.govt.nz/alert-levels-and-updates/covid-19-protection/
REGISTRATION IN THE MAKARA PEAK CARPARK
Wave 1 registration is from 7:30-8:30am and Wave 2 from 10-11am. Do not arrive before your assigned registration time.
RIDER BRIEFING IN THE MAKARA PEAK CARPARK
Wave 1 briefing is at 8:45am and Wave 2 at 11:30am. This is mandatory for all riders. If you’re not present for the briefing, we can’t let you race. The race starts in the carpark shortly after your assigned briefing.
RACE FINISH AND PRIZEGIVING
The race finish is in the grass area at Mud Cycles. Wave 1 finish is at 12pm and Wave 2 at 3pm.
Prizegiving takes place 30 minutes after your finish on the turf outside Mud Cycles. Unfortunately, due to the COVID-19 guidelines – prizegiving is for competitors only. No supporters or spectators at prizegiving.
We will only be awarding podiums at prizegiving. Spot prizes will be pre-allocated and handed out to the lucky winners at the race finish, rather than prizegiving.
Register online and WIN with Maxxis and Marleen Wholesalers
Thanks to Marleen Wholesalers, everyone that registers online will go in the draw to win a prizepack from Maxxis featuring a set of tyres of the winner's choice. Competition entries close 5pm Friday 28 January and the winner will be announced at prizegiving on race day.
CATEGORIES (Male/Female/Gender Diverse for each category)
- U10
- U13
- U16
- U19
- Open (19-29)
- Masters 1 (30-39)
- Masters 2 (40-49)
- Masters 3 (50+)
- E-Bike (no age groups)
RACE STAGES
You will have three hours to ride your tracks in any order, after which a time penalty applies. You can also repeat any stages to improve your overall time, provided you can do so within the three hour limit. If you repeat a stage, your fastest recorded time for the stage will be counted.
Specific details and instructions regarding the race stages will be provided at rider briefing before your start.
Intermediate
- Northface > Pohatu
- Upper Leaping Lizard
- Wha Out
- Lower Starfish
Hard
- Upper Leaping Lizard
- Wha Out
- Lower Starfish
- Lower Lizard > Nikau
- Livewires
- Ridgeline > Upper Starfish
WELLINGTON ENDURO SERIES POINTS
The Makara Enduro is part of the 2022 Wellington Enduro Series. Provided you're racing the Advanced Course, points from this race will contribute to your overall WES ranking.
PARKING
The Makara Peak carpark will be closed during the race. This is to keep everyone safe, particularly during registration and rider briefing. No surprisingly, a couple hundred bikes take up a lot of space.
The overflow carpark will be open but very limited. If parking in surrounding Karori, please be courteous to the residents. We’ve not had a complaint yet (that we’re aware of) and we’re keen to maintain that record. Ride to the event or carpool if possible.
ONLINE PRICES (SOLD OUT)
- Trails Wellington/WMTBC Members – $30
- Revolve, PNP & MMBC Club Members – $30 (Registration code required, contact your club)
- General Entry – Non-member – $40
- Under 13s – $25
The WMTBC has a reciprocal arrangement with the MMBC, PNP and Revolve clubs, allowing discounted entry to this race if you are a member. Contact your club administration for the entry code.
If you aren't a Trails Wellington/WMTBC member already, CLICK HERE to join the Club and save on online registration.
Online registration closes Friday 28 January, 9pm.
ON-THE-DAY PRICE $60
There will be no on the day entries.
INCLEMENT WEATHER
In the event of conditions that pose an unnecessary risk to competitors, the organisers will make a decision whether or not to run the event on the day advertised, and best efforts will be made to notify registrants as early as possible. If postponed, the backup day is Sunday 30 January. See refunds and cancellation policy below.
QUESTIONS?
Head over to the Facebook event page.
Refunds & Cancellation Policy
In the event that you are no longer able to attend (and notify us by Friday 28 January 9am) or the event is canceled due to bad weather or unforeseen circumstances—we are unable to provide refunds, so instead we will credit your WMTBC account. You can use the credit to pay for future events, WMTBC membership or as a donation to Wellington trails.
Event terms & conditions
NOTE: If you are under 18 years of age, you need your parent or guardian to sign/agree on your behalf.
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I agree to wear a NZ Safety Standards approved helmet for the duration of any runs down the tracks.
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I accept the risks inherent in mountain biking and will not hold the event organisers or landowner liable for any damages.
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I am personally responsible for ensuring my bike is securely on the shuttle transport (if part of this event) and will not hold the Wellington Mountain Bike Club Inc liable to any damage.
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If you need to stop on a trail, pull to the side and ensure both you and your bike are well off the trail.
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You may injure yourself or come across an injured rider, if it is serious, someone should remain stationary with the injured rider and then the next rider must notify a marshal as soon as possible.
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I agree to abide by all rules set out by the Wellington Mountain bike Club Inc.
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I agree to a fee of $100 in the event that the race timing token allocated to me is not returned to WMTBC at the end of the event
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I agree to abide by the government regulations relating to COVID-19 by wearing a mask, maintaining social distancing and about following the rules surrounding gatherings.
