The big news is current Overall Champ and Course record holder Henry Jaine, will not be here to defend his title this year due to choosing to race in the Whaka 100 this time round. We wish him all the best there, and it means the door is open for someone else to take home the Trophy.

As a token gesture we will be giving the number 1 plate to the highest place rider from last years race who has returned to ride again. No Pressure!

A couple of new items for this year's race worth a mention here.

Saturday 24th October. Social Road Ride 10.30am

FREE AND OPEN TO ALL COMERS.

Meet 10.30am at "The Dangerous Kitchen Cafe" on Commercial St for coffee. Leave Dangerous Kitchen at 11.00am for Pu Pu Springs (8km) followed by a short walk and view of Springs followed by a ride to "Totally Roasted Cafe" for lunch at 1 pm (14km) From there you can choose to carry on or cycle back to Takaka. (9km) Total distance (including two stops) is 31km.

Saturday 24th Pre Race Registration and Meal 6pm

Pre Race Register/Meal/Social evening. Save time on Race Day and register the night before.

"The Dangerous Kitchen" Commercial Street Between 6-7pm Once Registered you can claim your Pasta meal deal by showing your race number. Meet other competitors and work out your race strategy!