Berm Buster Trail Ride Taupo Trail
When
Sat, 25 Apr 2026 — Sun, 26 Apr 2026
Where
Taupo
Organiser
Epic Events
Sign-on
Varies by day (see schedule)
Tracks open
Varies by day (see schedule)
Coordinates
-38.6857, 176.0702
Contact Email
directors@epicevents.co.nz
Contact Phone
+64 21 495 155
We’ll email you if this ride updates.
Schedule
| Date | Sign-on | Track Open | Track Close |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 25 Apr 2026 | 08:00 — 09:30 | 09:00 | 15:00 |
| Sun, 26 Apr 2026 | 08:00 — 09:30 | 09:00 | 15:00 |
About this Ride
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.
The unique Taupo pumice makes it rideable in all weather, the rain improves the track. Over 100kms of rolling hills, winding gullies, cranking firebreaks & jumps. Millions of berms and mega traction. Lots of variety! All main trails freshly groomed after each event! Pump up your skills on a variety of optional expert-only trails, and there are some purpose-built trails for novice riders and kids too.
Trail distances:
- KTM Trail: 31km, 7 optional Breakout Tracks GRADED 2-6.
- HUSQVARNA Trail: 25km, 4 optional Breakout Tracks GRADED 2-6.
- GASGAS Trail: 15km, 7 optional Breakout Tracks GRADED 2-6.
- MOTOREX Trail: 10km, 1 optional Breakout Track GRADED 2.
- Kids forest track: 0.6km, for kids on small bikes, No full-size bikes please, unless looking after kids.
- Novice kids track: 0.4km, for kids learning to ride.
- Little Wittle track: 0.1km, perfect for novice kids.
- MUD Track: 3km, can get muddy but fun.
Ride fees:
- Saturday: Adult $70, Child (under 11) $40, Youth 11-15 $50, Family 2+3 $200.
- Weekend: Adult $100, Child (under 11) $50, Youth 11-15 $60, Family 2+3 $300.
- 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 (this could go depending on supply). We offer a return system with $20 back.
Food: Awesome Coffee, Great Food and Cold drinks for sale. Savanahs Food Cart.
Demo Bikes and Hire Bikes at each event. Book hire bikes early. Bike service with Huka Honda.
Motorcycle & Accessories: Display of motorcycles from AFC, plus some of the latest riding gear and great deals at the outlet store.
Accommodation: Lots of options in Taupo. Book early. Camping in a paddock near the ride. (Only 1 Portaloo). No charge at this stage. Paddock opened Friday afternoon.
No dogs, fires or riding around the paddock. Located on the corner of the forest entrance road. No entry to the forest before the event.
The unique Taupo pumice makes it rideable in all weather, the rain improves the track. Over 100kms of rolling hills, winding gullies, cranking firebreaks & jumps. Millions of berms and mega traction. Lots of variety! All main trails freshly groomed after each event! Pump up your skills on a variety of optional expert-only trails, and there are some purpose-built trails for novice riders and kids too.
Trail distances:
- KTM Trail: 31km, 7 optional Breakout Tracks GRADED 2-6.
- HUSQVARNA Trail: 25km, 4 optional Breakout Tracks GRADED 2-6.
- GASGAS Trail: 15km, 7 optional Breakout Tracks GRADED 2-6.
- MOTOREX Trail: 10km, 1 optional Breakout Track GRADED 2.
- Kids forest track: 0.6km, for kids on small bikes, No full-size bikes please, unless looking after kids.
- Novice kids track: 0.4km, for kids learning to ride.
- Little Wittle track: 0.1km, perfect for novice kids.
- MUD Track: 3km, can get muddy but fun.
Ride fees:
- Saturday: Adult $70, Child (under 11) $40, Youth 11-15 $50, Family 2+3 $200.
- Weekend: Adult $100, Child (under 11) $50, Youth 11-15 $60, Family 2+3 $300.
- 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 (this could go depending on supply). We offer a return system with $20 back.
Food: Awesome Coffee, Great Food and Cold drinks for sale. Savanahs Food Cart.
Demo Bikes and Hire Bikes at each event. Book hire bikes early. Bike service with Huka Honda.
Motorcycle & Accessories: Display of motorcycles from AFC, plus some of the latest riding gear and great deals at the outlet store.
Accommodation: Lots of options in Taupo. Book early. Camping in a paddock near the ride. (Only 1 Portaloo). No charge at this stage. Paddock opened Friday afternoon.
No dogs, fires or riding around the paddock. Located on the corner of the forest entrance road. No entry to the forest before the event.
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