I know this isn't a race, but I thought it was worth mentioning. The concept is based around a kind of trade show for mountain bikes, designed to showcase the Woodhill mtb park, the local riders and the local retailers. Making a presence at the event were representatives from most of the major brands in New Zealand, with Scott, Specialised, GT, Giant, Cannondale and locally based brand Avanti, all with demo bikes ranging from racing hard tails to all mountain machines, in alloy or Carbon, all available for the general public to try. These weren't their entry level models either, they were $5000-$6000 or more in many cases. It was a great chance for people to try their dream bikes and compare them to other offerings on their local trails. Also available was a giant air bag that the jumpers amongst us could launch onto to practise their skills without risk of injury, with a wide variety of tricks being pulled. As the day drew on a pump track race was held at Woodhill's 'Airfield' jump park, with aim to complete the fastest lap time around the pump track without pedalling. Prizes ranging from free magazines to $1000 raffled goods were given out throughout the day, and I believe a good time was had by all who attended.
http://www.bikeparks.co.nz/big-bike-day-out
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