As part of your entry, the following support services are provided:

• Traffic Management

• Timing

• Bike Mechanic

• First Aid

• Massage (TBC) - on previous tours, a private massage therapist has been available for bookings. All appointments are paid for by riders.

• Tour Photography

What’s not included:

Nutrition and Hydration: Some water points will be available; however, you must be prepared if they are not where you need them.

Nutrition for riders is not provided.

You can enter as an Individual rider or as part of a team.

As an individual, you will meet many other individual riders and be supported by your chosen charity.

RIDER CATEGORIES

General

Categories for both teams and individuals apply to males and females.

Age is taken as at 1 April 2025.

Teams require a minimum of 3 entrants to qualify as a defined category.

Categories

• School

• Junior (age 23 and under)

• Open (age 39 and under)

• Veteran (age 49 and under)

• Vintage (age 64 and under)

• Seasoned (over age 65)

TEAM DEFINITIONS

Aged Category Teams: All team members must be the relevant age for a single age category.

Mixed team: Your team must have one member of each sex in the team everyday.

Family Team: No age restriction.

Corporate Team: All team members must be employees or clients of the same business or organisation. No age restriction.

School teams: All team members must be still at High school /college, though more than one school can form a single team under the name of the predominant school. Each team must have a chaperone/coach, preferably riding with the team each day.

PRIZEGIVING

Major spot prizes are drawn, and podium winners are acknowledged in all categories.

We've tailored every detail to ensure that your participation in the race is not only exhilarating but hassle-free. From essential race-day amenities to exclusive perks, our entry fee package has everything you need to make the most out of your cycling adventure.

Get ready for the ultimate cycling experience with our “All Benefits” entry fee package of NZ$1300. This includes:

• Day 1 Tranzalpine Train journey, an iconic New Zealand journey

• Discounted accommodation to ensure you have a comfortable stay before and after the race, allowing you to rest and recharge for the next day's adventure

• All transport

• Day 4 Lunch and Day 5 Celebration and Prizegiving Luncheon.

You can also choose provide your own transport and accommodation with our “Tour Only” entry fee of NZ$700.

All riders receive a complimentary Race Pack with essential items.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to take your cycling journey to the next level. Sign up now and secure your spot in the race of a lifetime!

See Rider Entry for more information.

As a condition of entry, you agree to raise a minimum of $250 for your selected charity. Every sponsor of your ride will be issued a tax-deductible receipt for their gift.

When you complete the entry form, you are required to indicate your chosen charity. The charity receives the rider's name and contact details, and they will communicate directly with you.

Tour rules clearly state that every participant must ride in obedience to the New Zealand road rules governing cyclists on public roads. Whilst West Coast roads don’t generally have high traffic flows, the Tour organisers do their best to keep groups reasonably small and riding single-file. This is achieved by starting riders in groups of 15 at 1-minute intervals. This helps other road users pass you easily and safely.

The complete Race Rules will be provided in your race pack.

Please refer to our Terms and Conditions