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Waikato Schools XC MTB Champs
Te Miro · March 2027, date to be confirmed
THE BIGGEST SCHOOL RACE IN THE WAIKATO
After another cracking turnout, we're bringing the Waikato Schools XC MTB Champs back to Te Miro. Bay of Plenty schools just as welcome as ever.
Riders from Year 5 to Year 13 get the same fast, fun, friendly racing that makes Te Miro what it is, on courses built to suit every level. Chasing a podium, lining up for your first XC race, or in it for the team relays and the sideline noise — there's a spot for you.
School spirit, teamwork, and a good day out on the trails.
Date confirmed soon. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram and we'll let you know.
Course Description
Roughly 3km per lap, mostly Grade 2, with about 60 meters of climbing. Suitable for riders with little or no racing experience.
Two relay courses, one for Years 5–8 and one for Years 9–13, so the younger riders aren't sharing the track with the big college kids.
The junior relay course is short, fast and fairly flat. The senior course is short with one steepish climb.
Age Groups
Individual races
Year 5, 6, 7, 8, then U15, U17 and U20. Male and female.
Relay teams
Three riders per team, all from the same school. Every rider must have raced an individual event earlier in the day.
Junior — Years 5–8. Male, female and mixed.
Senior — Years 9–13. Male, female and mixed.
Every school lends a hand
Like all our events, this one runs on community spirit. We ask each school to provide one volunteer for every five riders to help with marshalling.
We're always after extra hands for registration, timing and general cheering too. There's a job for everyone.
Support the Ride
We're always on the lookout for sponsors, big or small. Spot prizes, giveaways, event gear, signage — every bit keeps the trails rolling and the riders smiling.
Around 400 riders and their families come through the gate for this one. If your business wants to be in front of them, we'd love to talk.