Berm Buster Trail Ride Taupo Trail
When
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 — Sun, 28 Jun 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
021 495 155
We’ll email you if this ride updates.
Schedule
| Date | Sign-on | Track Open | Track Close |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 27 Jun 2026 | 08:00 — | 09:00 | 15:00 |
| Sun, 28 Jun 2026 | 08:00 — | 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 gully’s, 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's some purpose-built trails for the novice riders and for the kids too.
WEEKEND TRAIL INFORMATION (Tracks are changed during the year. Check at sign on for updates)
Trail Information:
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 please, 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)
Other details: Enter on the day by cash. No Eftpos. Ride fees for Saturday: Adult $70, Child (under 11) $40, Youth 11-15 $50, Family 2+3 $200. Ride fees for Weekend: Adult $100, Child (under 11) $50, Youth 11-15 $60, Family 2+3 $300. Ride fees for 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 extinguishes are compulsory for adult riders and can be bought on the day for $30 (this could go depending on supply). We do offer a return system and get $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. Motorcycle & Accessories: Check out the 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, pays to book early. There is camping in a paddock near the ride. (This is just a bear paddock 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.
WEEKEND TRAIL INFORMATION (Tracks are changed during the year. Check at sign on for updates)
Trail Information:
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 please, 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)
Other details: Enter on the day by cash. No Eftpos. Ride fees for Saturday: Adult $70, Child (under 11) $40, Youth 11-15 $50, Family 2+3 $200. Ride fees for Weekend: Adult $100, Child (under 11) $50, Youth 11-15 $60, Family 2+3 $300. Ride fees for 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 extinguishes are compulsory for adult riders and can be bought on the day for $30 (this could go depending on supply). We do offer a return system and get $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. Motorcycle & Accessories: Check out the 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, pays to book early. There is camping in a paddock near the ride. (This is just a bear paddock 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.
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