Berm Buster Trail Ride Taupo Trail
When
Sat, 29 Aug 2026 — Sun, 30 Aug 2026
Where
Waikato
- Taupo
Organiser
Epic Events
Sign-on
Varies by day (see schedule)
Tracks open
Varies by day (see schedule)
Coordinates
-38.882, 176.058
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, 29 Aug 2026 | 08:00 — | 09:00 | 15:00 |
| Sun, 30 Aug 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 2 wheels. NO quads or DOGS; this is a forestry rule.
Terrain: The unique Taupo pumice makes it rideable in all weather; the rain improves the track. Over 100kms of rolling hills, winding gullies, cranking firebreaks and jumps. Millions of berms and mega traction. Lots of variety. All main trails freshly groomed after each event. Optional expert-only trails are available, with purpose-built trails for novice riders and kids too.
Weekend trail information (tracks are changed during the year; check at sign on for updates): KTM Trail 31km, has 7 optional breakout tracks graded 2-6; HUSQVARNA Trail 25km, has 4 optional breakout tracks graded 2-6; GASGAS Trail 15km, has 7 optional breakout tracks graded 2-6; MOTOREX Trail 10km, has 1 optional breakout track graded 2; Kids forest track 0.6km for kids on small bikes, no full size bikes unless looking after kids; Novice kids track 0.4km for kids learning to ride, no fast kids please; Little Wittle track 0.1km, small and flat, perfect for novice kids; MUD Track 3km, can get muddy but fun, by the kids tracks.
Starts at between 9.00-9:30am. Tracks open 9.00-9:30am to 3.00pm.
Enter on the day by cash. 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: Awesome coffee, great food and cold drinks for sale. New for 2024 Savanahs Food Cart.
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 latest riding gear and outlet store deals.
Accommodation: Lots of options in Taupo; pays to book early. Camping in a paddock near the ride. This is just a bare paddock and there is only 1 portaloo. No charge at this stage. This paddock is opened Friday afternoon. Text Dee. No dogs, fires or riding around the paddock. Location is on the corner of the forest entrance road. This is a working forest so absolutely no entry to the forest before the event on Saturday and Sunday.
Link to document available on source page.
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 2 wheels. NO quads or DOGS; this is a forestry rule.
Terrain: The unique Taupo pumice makes it rideable in all weather; the rain improves the track. Over 100kms of rolling hills, winding gullies, cranking firebreaks and jumps. Millions of berms and mega traction. Lots of variety. All main trails freshly groomed after each event. Optional expert-only trails are available, with purpose-built trails for novice riders and kids too.
Weekend trail information (tracks are changed during the year; check at sign on for updates): KTM Trail 31km, has 7 optional breakout tracks graded 2-6; HUSQVARNA Trail 25km, has 4 optional breakout tracks graded 2-6; GASGAS Trail 15km, has 7 optional breakout tracks graded 2-6; MOTOREX Trail 10km, has 1 optional breakout track graded 2; Kids forest track 0.6km for kids on small bikes, no full size bikes unless looking after kids; Novice kids track 0.4km for kids learning to ride, no fast kids please; Little Wittle track 0.1km, small and flat, perfect for novice kids; MUD Track 3km, can get muddy but fun, by the kids tracks.
Starts at between 9.00-9:30am. Tracks open 9.00-9:30am to 3.00pm.
Enter on the day by cash. 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: Awesome coffee, great food and cold drinks for sale. New for 2024 Savanahs Food Cart.
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 latest riding gear and outlet store deals.
Accommodation: Lots of options in Taupo; pays to book early. Camping in a paddock near the ride. This is just a bare paddock and there is only 1 portaloo. No charge at this stage. This paddock is opened Friday afternoon. Text Dee. No dogs, fires or riding around the paddock. Location is on the corner of the forest entrance road. This is a working forest so absolutely no entry to the forest before the event on Saturday and Sunday.
Link to document available on source page.
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