Berm Buster Trail Ride Taupo Trail
When
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 — Sun, 15 Nov 2026
Where
Taupo
Organiser
Epic Events
Sign-on
Varies by day (see schedule)
Tracks open
Varies by day (see schedule)
Coordinates
-38.6833, 176.0833
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, 14 Nov 2026 | 08:00 — 09:00 | 09:00 | 15:00 |
| Sun, 15 Nov 2026 | 08:00 — 09:00 | 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 novice riders and kids too.
Weekend Trail Information (Tracks are changed during the year. Check at sign on for updates):
- 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 – 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)
Sign on from 8:00am. Starts at 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
- 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). Return system available, get $20 back.
Food: Awesome Coffee, Great Food and Cold drinks for sale.
Demo Bikes and Hire Bikes at each event. Book hire bikes early. Bike service with Huka Honda.
Motorcycle & Accessories: Display of motorcycles from AFC, latest riding gear and great deals at the outlet store.
Accommodation options in Taupo. Camping in a paddock near the ride. (Only 1 Portaloo) No charge at this stage. This paddock is opened Friday afternoon. No dogs, fires or riding around the paddock. The 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.
YouTube Playlist available.
Weekend Trail Information (Tracks are changed during the year. Check at sign on for updates):
- 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 – 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)
Sign on from 8:00am. Starts at 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
- 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). Return system available, get $20 back.
Food: Awesome Coffee, Great Food and Cold drinks for sale.
Demo Bikes and Hire Bikes at each event. Book hire bikes early. Bike service with Huka Honda.
Motorcycle & Accessories: Display of motorcycles from AFC, latest riding gear and great deals at the outlet store.
Accommodation options in Taupo. Camping in a paddock near the ride. (Only 1 Portaloo) No charge at this stage. This paddock is opened Friday afternoon. No dogs, fires or riding around the paddock. The 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.
YouTube Playlist available.
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