Route Info
The Coastal Challenge
Day 1: Thursday 16th
Distance: 104.3km
Climbing: 1467m
Starting point: McKay Stadium, Kensington, Whangarei.
Finishing in the beautiful Northland town of Russell.
Starting time: Group 4: 9-30am, All other Groups: 10-00am
The Inland Flyer
Day 2: Friday 17th
Distance: 69km
Climbing: 818m
Starting point: Village Green, Paihia
Day 2 see the Tour head to Kerkeri through the rural Northland countryside finishing in the stunning Kerekeri. A early finish which should leave time for some R&R and sightseeing on the local area.
Starting time: Group 4 – 10:00am, Group 3A & B 10:30am, Group 1 & 2 11:00am
The Matauri Bay Loop
Day 3: Saturday 18th
Distance: 84km
Climbing: 1377m
Starting point: Kainui Winery, Kerikeri
Leaving Kerikeri the tour will head further north around the bays. The beauty and splendor of this loop will amaze you! (If you have time to look)
Starting time: Group 4 10:00am, Group 3A & 3B 10:30am, Group 1 & 2 11:00am
The Inland Express
Day 4: Sunday 19th
Distance: 106km + 10km to Kensington
Climbing: 1296m
Starting point: Kerikeri Domain, Kerikeri
A long day to finish the tour, but the end is in sight! A pleasant ride down the center of the Northland region. The finish of the event will be Maunu Tennis Club. Riders will then make there way down to McKay Stadium, Kensington for final Prize Giving.
Starting time: Group 4: 8-00am, Group 3A and 3B: 8-30am
All other Groups: 9-00am
