PAIRS INFO.
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You and your teammate will ride through some of the best trails the geothermal region of Rotorua, Taupo and Tokoroa have to offer. You’ll get bragging rights, traversing unique volcanic and culturally significant areas, usually closed to cyclists.

​Pedal hard and chill hard. Meet other like-minded riders on the trail, and share your day's adventures over beers, burgers, and beats at the end of each day. ​

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STAGE DATES.
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​The 5 Days take place from Wednesday 3 April to Sunday 7 April 2024.
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• ​​PROLOGUE - Rotorua, 3 April
• STAGE 1 - Rotorua, 4 April
• STAGE 2 - Taupo, 5 April
• STAGE 3 - TBC, 6 April
• STAGE 4  - Rotorua, 7 April

SEE THE STAGES

CATEGORIES.
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Age is calculated as of 31 December 2024. The youngest rider in the team determines the race category. Please note, Gravel bikes and eBikes are not permitted in the Volcanic Epic for the 2024 event.

• Open Men 16+ Both riders are male
• Open Women 16+ Both riders are female
• Mixed One rider is male and one rider is female
• Masters Men 40+ Both riders are 40-49 years of age
• Masters Women 40+ Both riders are 40+ years of age
• Grand Masters Men 50+ Both riders are 50-59 years of age​
• Super Grand Masters Men 60+ Both riders are 60+ years of age

Riders under 16 can apply for special exception to enter​.

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MORE INFO.
More information about the Pairs event is available on the event day info page including:

• Start infomation
• Event Services
• Awards
• Race Rules​

event day info