Karioi Classic news
After a deferment in 2020 to September caused by the pandemic, the Karioi Classic cycle race is back on in 2021 in its usual late July timeslot.
Event details are:
Welcome to the 12th edition of Raglan’s iconic cycling event on gravel roads around Mt Karioi.
This year there are the same 2 distance options as in 2020.
The Classic 50km and the Enduro 86km.
The Enduro is only recommended for the fit and experienced riders.
Cost :
Individual u16 : $40 (Classic) $75 (Enduro)
Individual Open : $50 (Classic) $85 (Enduro)
Tandem Teams : $85 (Classic) $165 (Enduro)
You can register online (online fee) till Saturday 24 July 5pm.
You can also register via email and pay with a bank transfer :
Westpac : 03-1563-0063923-000.
Races will start at 8.30am (Enduro) – 9.30am (Classic).
Start will be on Stewart Street in front of the Old School Arts Centre.
Finish will be at Raglan Airfield.
Race numbers can be picked up from the Old School Arts Centre on Saturday, 1pm – 5pm or on race day from 7am.
Mind you : both distances are challenging, but rewarding rides.
50km riders need to be able to finish within 4.5 hours.
Enduro riders need to be able to finish within 6 hours.
The first male and female rider of each distance will receive a cash prize.