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Sponsor: Ray Mayne Hose & Fitting
A great option for the whole family to enjoy the ride and a fun day out! This OFF-ROAD course is recommended for children 8 yrs and over - strictly for competitors aged 6 year olds and over - all participants MUST be able to bike 12km proficiently. It is an off-road course with hills and an area of gravel/beach stones. There will be lots of other competitors passing you on the course so please ensure that your child can safely ride this distance off-road and ride up/down hills before you register them. Absolutely no training wheels or running bikes! You will receive a FREE steak sandwich or a sausage in bread when you cross that finish line! |
KEY DATES:
Race Day: Sunday 24 November 2024 For all your pre-race information please go to the PRE-RACE INFO page ENTRY FEE :
PRIZES 1st Place: Prize money, Gold Medal & a free entry for your choice of race at the 2025 event! 2nd Place: Silver medal & a free entry your choice of race at the 2025 event! 3rd Place: Bronze Medal Please note that Open and Junior participants are all racing for the same top 3 placings. Each event has a placing for male and female. |
23KM MTB
~EBIKE OPTION AVAILABLE~
Sponsor: Longbeach Dairies
A recreational ride for those who want a good off-road challenge. Great for those new to Mountain Biking events, or just wanting to enjoy the ride. If you a riding and E Bike please select this category when registering. RACE STATS: Course record Male: 1:17 Course record Female: 1:41 Average time 23km: 1:20 You will receive a FREE beef burger or a sausage in bread after you cross the finish line thanks to ANZCO! |
ENTRY FEE:
23KM MTB - LONGBEACH DAIRIES
If entering the EBike category, please ensure to select this when you register. PRIZES 1st Place: Prize money, Gold Medal & a free entry for your choice of race at the 2025 event! 2nd Place: Silver medal & a free entry your choice of race at the 2025 event! 3rd Place: Bronze Medal Please note that Open and Junior participants are all racing for the same top 3 placings. Each event has a placing for male and female. |
35KM MTB
~EBIKE OPTION AVAILABLE~
Sponsor: BNZ
A track designed for stamina and speed along farm tracks, gravel road and up and down a series of steep gullies along the coastline which will provide some challenging cycling. The total ascent (ie. vertical metres gained) over the course is 553 metres. RACE STATS: Course record Male: Information pending Course record Female: Information pending Average time 35km: 2:08 You will receive a FREE steak sandwich or a sausage in bread when you cross that finish line! |
35KM MTB - BNZ
If entering the EBike category, please ensure to select this when you register. PRIZES 1st Place: Prize money, Gold Medal & a free entry for your choice of race at the 2025 event! 2nd Place: Silver medal & a free entry your choice of race at the 2025 event! 3rd Place: Bronze Medal Please note that Open and Junior participants are all racing for the same top 3 placings. Each event has a placing for male and female. |
TEAM EVENTS
In our 2024 season, our team events have had a slight revamp! In the 23km Team Event, teams of four riders tackle Longbeach's rugged coastline and farm terrain, competing for the esteemed 'Longbeach Gate' Trophy. The top three times from each team determine the victors in a test of skill, strategy, and endurance.
Our School Challenge is a platform for young cyclists to showcase their talent and sportsmanship. It's an opportunity for schools to come together in friendly competition and inspire a new generation of riders.
Experience the excitement and camaraderie of these prestigious races at Longbeach. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or new to the sport, join us for thrilling rides and breathtaking scenery.