Cateye Moonride
- Date:
- Fri, May 08, 2026 at 10:00 AM
- Location:
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Pohaturoa Road
Rotorua Lakes District, Bay of Plenty
3010
New Zealand
OpenStreetMap Google Maps - Links:
- moonride.co.nz Register at raceroster.com
- Tags:
- Cycling
One of the most iconic mountain bike events ever created in Aotearoa New Zealand is back!
The iconic Cateye Moonride is making its return to Rotorua and it’s set to light up Waipa with good vibes, fast laps, and full-moon energy!
The 12-hour race kicks off at 10am, followed shortly after by the 6-hour race. You’ll be looping a 5–7km course through the world-class Whakarewarewa Forest, with options to enter as a relay team of 2-5 or step up to the ultimate challenge, go solo for 6 or 12 hours.
There’s also a dedicated e-bike division for those who want to bring the power to the forest.
We have added extra layers of competition to bring the Moonride back include:
The Inter-School Trophy - for Years 9-13 students
The Business House Trophy - think your business has got what it takes? Get it.
The Inter-Club Trophy - Rep your mountain bike or cycling club and compete for the glory of the Inter-Club Trophy.
Whether you’re riding solo, teaming up with your crew, or entering the office squad for bragging rights, this is the ultimate mountain bike party in the forest.
KEY DATES:
20th NOVEMBER 2025 | EVENT LAUNCH
1st DECEMBER 2025 | ENTRIES OPEN. BUY EARLY, SAVE BIG
10th APRIL 2026 | COURSE RELEASE
8th & 9th MAY 2026 | COLLECT REGO
9th MAY 2026 | RACE DAY
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