Berm Buster Trail Ride Taupo Trail
When
Sat, 30 May 2026 — Sun, 31 May 2026
Where
Waikato
- Taupo
Organiser
Epic Events
Sign-on
Varies by day (see schedule)
Tracks open
Varies by day (see schedule)
Coordinates
-38.874, 176.031
Contact Email
directors@epicevents.co.nz
Contact Phone
021 495 155
We’ll email you if this ride updates.
Schedule
| Date | Sign-on | Track Open | Track Close |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 30 May 2026 | 08:00 — | 09:00 | 15:00 |
| Sun, 31 May 2026 | 08:00 — | 09:00 | 15:00 |
About this Ride
Where: SH 5, Napier-Taupo Road, Taharua Rd, Wainui Forest.
Directions: The event is located off Taharua Rd, SH 5 (Napier/Taupo Rd), about 25 minutes from Taupo. Arrows on SH 5 corner into Taharua then just past the one lane bridge, turn right into the forest (Homestead Road).
Suitable for all abilities on 2 wheels. No quads or dogs; this is a forestry rule.
Terrain: The unique Taupo pumice makes it rideable in all weather; rain improves the track. Over 100 km of rolling hills, winding gullies, firebreaks and jumps. Millions of berms and high traction. Lots of variety. All main trails freshly groomed after each event. Optional expert-only trails are available, plus purpose-built trails for novice riders and kids.
Weekend trail information (tracks are changed during the year; check at sign on for updates): KTM Trail 31 km, fluro arrows, 7 optional breakout tracks graded 2-6. HUSQVARNA Trail 25 km, fluro arrows, 4 optional breakout tracks graded 2-6. GASGAS Trail 15 km, fluro arrows, 7 optional breakout tracks graded 2-6. MOTOREX Trail 10 km, fluro arrows, 1 optional breakout track graded 2. Kids forest track 0.6 km, fluro arrows, for kids on small bikes; no full size bikes unless looking after kids. Novice kids track 0.4 km, fluro arrows, for kids learning to ride; no fast kids please. Little Wittle track 0.1 km, fluro arrows, small and flat, perfect for novice kids. MUD Track 3 km, fluro arrows, can get muddy but fun, by the kids tracks.
Starts at between 09:00-09:30. Enter on the day by cash only; no Eftpos.
Ride fees Saturday: Adult $70, Child (under 11) $40, Youth 11-15 $50, Family 2+3 $200.
Ride fees Weekend: Adult $100, Child (under 11) $50, Youth 11-15 $60, Family 2+3 $300.
Ride fees Sunday: Adult $60, Child (under 11) $20, Youth 11-15 $30, Family 2+3 $140.
Families: Mum, Dad (parents) and their children, up to 3 kids max, 15 years or younger.
Fire extinguishers are compulsory for adult riders and can be bought on the day for $30 (subject to supply). Return system available with $20 back.
Food: coffee, food and cold drinks for sale. Savannahs Food Cart noted.
Demo bikes and hire bikes at each event. Book hire bikes early. Bike service with Huka Honda.
Motorcycles and accessories: display of motorcycles from AFC, plus riding gear and outlet store deals.
Accommodation: lots of options in Taupo; book early. Camping available in a paddock near the ride. This is a bare paddock with only 1 Portaloo. No charge at this stage. Paddock opens Friday afternoon. Text Dee. No dogs, fires, or riding around the paddock. This is a working forest, so absolutely no entry to the forest before the event on Saturday and Sunday.
Other source material includes a linked document, event map/site images, and an Epic Events website banner.
Directions: The event is located off Taharua Rd, SH 5 (Napier/Taupo Rd), about 25 minutes from Taupo. Arrows on SH 5 corner into Taharua then just past the one lane bridge, turn right into the forest (Homestead Road).
Suitable for all abilities on 2 wheels. No quads or dogs; this is a forestry rule.
Terrain: The unique Taupo pumice makes it rideable in all weather; rain improves the track. Over 100 km of rolling hills, winding gullies, firebreaks and jumps. Millions of berms and high traction. Lots of variety. All main trails freshly groomed after each event. Optional expert-only trails are available, plus purpose-built trails for novice riders and kids.
Weekend trail information (tracks are changed during the year; check at sign on for updates): KTM Trail 31 km, fluro arrows, 7 optional breakout tracks graded 2-6. HUSQVARNA Trail 25 km, fluro arrows, 4 optional breakout tracks graded 2-6. GASGAS Trail 15 km, fluro arrows, 7 optional breakout tracks graded 2-6. MOTOREX Trail 10 km, fluro arrows, 1 optional breakout track graded 2. Kids forest track 0.6 km, fluro arrows, for kids on small bikes; no full size bikes unless looking after kids. Novice kids track 0.4 km, fluro arrows, for kids learning to ride; no fast kids please. Little Wittle track 0.1 km, fluro arrows, small and flat, perfect for novice kids. MUD Track 3 km, fluro arrows, can get muddy but fun, by the kids tracks.
Starts at between 09:00-09:30. Enter on the day by cash only; no Eftpos.
Ride fees Saturday: Adult $70, Child (under 11) $40, Youth 11-15 $50, Family 2+3 $200.
Ride fees Weekend: Adult $100, Child (under 11) $50, Youth 11-15 $60, Family 2+3 $300.
Ride fees Sunday: Adult $60, Child (under 11) $20, Youth 11-15 $30, Family 2+3 $140.
Families: Mum, Dad (parents) and their children, up to 3 kids max, 15 years or younger.
Fire extinguishers are compulsory for adult riders and can be bought on the day for $30 (subject to supply). Return system available with $20 back.
Food: coffee, food and cold drinks for sale. Savannahs Food Cart noted.
Demo bikes and hire bikes at each event. Book hire bikes early. Bike service with Huka Honda.
Motorcycles and accessories: display of motorcycles from AFC, plus riding gear and outlet store deals.
Accommodation: lots of options in Taupo; book early. Camping available in a paddock near the ride. This is a bare paddock with only 1 Portaloo. No charge at this stage. Paddock opens Friday afternoon. Text Dee. No dogs, fires, or riding around the paddock. This is a working forest, so absolutely no entry to the forest before the event on Saturday and Sunday.
Other source material includes a linked document, event map/site images, and an Epic Events website banner.
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