The 16km circuit commences from the Shellrock yards (accessed from Glenmark Drive, Waipara) and  after an initial 1km warm up winds its way gently up to the Weka Pass skyline along a well formed gravel farm track and then across tussock grass land. This part of the track offers good views to the south before commencing a long traverse across the  Shellrock escarpment above Frog Rock. This traverse offers a birds eye view of the Weka Pass and if you are really lucky you may even see the steam train far below! The track descends to Fiddlers before a short climb up to a drinks station situated on a saddle at the 10km mark. This stopping point offers a good vantage point to observe the route up Mt Donald being taken by the 30km riders! The track then climbs gradually to the highest point of the ride 460m on the crest of Shellrock before commencing an exciting 5 kilometre descent through tussock, forest and farmland to the finish line. Track conditions include gravel farm road, 4wd track and open tussock grassland. A great ride with terrific views in all directions and 520 metres of altitude over the ride.

The 30km circuit has it all, 1000m vertical over 4 ascents. Mountain biking at its best , steady grinds , one short steep climb,  easy traverses across tussock grassland, long swooping descents through limestone outcrops , riding the rim of  Mt Donald with the valley floor 900 feet below before descending to a  narrow gorge filled with native vegetation. This ride has some terrific scenery (if you have time to appreciate it) and the same final 5km descent off the Shellrock escarpment through tussock, forest and farmland to the finish line. This is very rideable but a good standard of fitness is required. A unique opportunity to ride on four privately owned properties, Shellrock, Mt Donald, Pentland Downs and Carvossa. There is a drinks station at 10km and  22km. Track conditions include gravel farm track, 4wd track and open tussock grassland.

ENTRY FORM PLEASE SELECT AND COPY THE DETAILS BELOW AND EITHER
EMAIL TO info@frogrock.co.nz
PRINT AND FAX TO 03 314 4481
PRINT AND POST; 15 Denham Tce, Waikari 7420
OR SIMPLY GIVE US A CALL (03 314 4304) OR EMAIL US AND WE WILL SEND YOU AN ENTRY FORM

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Cost:     Adults - $50                  Entry includes Gourmet Lunch

Youth - $25 (12 to 16 Years old)
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Please select                                                                                     Registration on the day is between 8am and 9:15
30 Kilometre Loop (Advanced Riders)   

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16 Kilometre Loop (Intermediate Riders)                                            Ride will begin at 10am

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Payable to Waikari School FAST.            Waikari School FAST, 03 1582 0029720 00.

Please Note; Entries will be accepted on the day on a first in first serve basis and numbers are strictly limited.
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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING ACKNOWLEDGMENT, WAIVER AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY AND POTENTIAL CLAIMS BASED UPON NEGLIGENCE, POOR JUDGEMENT, OR OTHER CLAIMED MISCONDUCT. I agree to enter this event at our own risk and in my judgement have sufficient competence and experience to participate safely. I accept that mountain biking involves a risk, is physically demanding and requires a good level of experience and skill in mountain-biking and will not hold event organizers, officials, landowners, volunteers, sponsors any other person involved with the event liable for any loss or injury to person or equipment incurred during the event. I agree that should there be any dispute or legal action proceeded against the event organizers, officials, landowners, volunteers, sponsor or any other person or persons involved with the running of this event that this action can only proceed in a Court of Law within New Zealand. I have read and understood the event rules and will abide by the decision of the race director in any and all matters. I agree that any sponsor of this event may use information contained in this form for purposes connected with the event and to provide me with details of other products, services and events from time to time. I understand that we have rights under the Privacy Act 1993 to access and correct any information held about me. I acknowledge that the organizers reserve the right to alter the advertised course if weather or track conditions warrant it, or for issues relating to land access between the landowner and organiser or for any other reason. I understand that during the event or related activities I may be photographed or filmed. I agree to allow the photograph, video or film likeness to be used for any legitimate purpose by, the sponsors and / or assignees at no cost.
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Postal Address; 15 Denham Tce, Waikari, North Canterbury 7420