Ride the Rakaia
Join this 93km cycling event around Rakaia, including the unique opportunity to ride across the Rakaia River Bridge. A non-competitive pedal assist e-bike category is also available.
Date: Saturday 24th October 2026.
Start Time: 8am. Race briefing at 7.45am.
Start Location: Mead Community Hall (North Rakaia Road, Bankside).
Cost: $119 for juniors (13 to 17 year old), and $159 for adults (18+) or $209 for a tandem (2 people on 1 bike). A late fee will apply to all entries received after Sunday 18th October 2026.
Find out more about the Ride the Rakaia event, including how to enter.
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