LIL LEGENDS DH SERIES
Bridging the gap for young riders who are starting their pathway to competitive riding.
RACE 1 | 5 JULY 2026
RACE 2 | 2 AUGUST 2026
RACE 3 | 13 SEPTEMBER 2026
ROTORUA | AOTEAROA NEW ZEALAND
GROMS, GET READY TO SEND IT!
Here is a new event series all about KIDS GIVING IT A GO!
Three races designed just for riders aged 7–12 (14 for ladies) on grade 3 or similar trails (all features either rollable or have ride arounds). The race difficulty gets harder as the season goes on. This is the perfect introduction for up and coming kids to experience timed race runs in a safe and inclusive environment.
This race series is about having fun and being introduced to racing. There are Girls and Boys podiums for all age categories, spot prizes to be won and a professionally managed event. Fun times on bikes.
SERIES INFORMATION
LIL' LEGENDS DH SERIES RACE 1
Freewheelers
Date: Sunday 5th July 2026
Time: Timings are approximate and may be adjusted based on number of entrants.
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8am-9am - Shuttles to Event Hub from Waipa Carpark.
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8am-9.30am - Registration
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9.30am-12pm - 2x Practice Laps
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12pm-2.30pm - 2x Race Runs
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2.30pm-3.30pm - Shuttles from Event Hub to Waipa Carpark
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2.15pm - Prize giving
Track: Te Poaka
Race Hub: Bottom of Hot X
LIL' LEGENDS DH SERIES RACE 2
Trail Blazers (Endurance and Tech)
Date: 2nd August 2026
Time: TBC
Track: Tokorangi and Turkish Delight
Race Hub: Top of Nursery Rd
LIL' LEGENDS DH SERIES RACE 3
Senders (Gravity Stage)
Date: 13th September 2026
Time: TBC
Track: TBC
Race Hub: TBC
COST:
$79 per race
OR
$225 for the Full Series
Price includes: Carpark Shuttles, Practice and Race Shuttles (Athletes Only), Race Plates, Timing, Professional Event Medic Coverage, Professional Event Management.
RACE RULES & PLAN
RULES:
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The minimum age is 7 years old.
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Age is as of 31st December of the year of the series.
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A delegated Guardian (16+) or Parent must be present in the forest, accessible and contactable for the duration of the event.
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Kids must not race on e-bikes.
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Parents are NOT permitted to ride the race track with their kids during the event.
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Participants and their Guardians / Caregivers / Parents agree to the Terms and Conditions, Rules and Code of Conduct.
RACE DAY:
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We'll provide carpark shuttles in the morning to the Event Hub and out again after the Race Runs. These are for parents and riders however we recommend riding in and out if you would like flexibility.
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Format is two practice runs in the morning and two timed race runs in the afternoon.
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Entry includes all four shuttle uplifts for KIDS ONLY.
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Prize giving will be as soon as the results are available.
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The event will operate in the rain and will only be cancelled if the conditions are unsafe (such as high winds).
AGE CATEGORIES:
Under 9
Under 11
Under 13
Under 15 (Female Only)