One of the most entertaining and colourful events on the international mountain bike calendar is returning to Rotorua in 2017, landing in the Redwoods on November 16th.
“When they were here in 2010, no one really knew what to expect,” said Graeme Simpson from the host club, the Rotorua Singlespeed Society. “The numbers tell the story: 1000 riders, 400 from all round the world, an estimated economic benefit to the city of $2.3 million and worldwide coverage.”
While the championships are eccentric, with extravagant costumes, tattoos for fastest man and woman and on-course beverages, it also has a heart of gold and a serious side.
“We’ve made donations totalling $30,000 to the Cancer Society, CanTeen, RSA Welfare Fund, Kidney Health New Zealand and 88 Bikes,” Simpson continued. “Next year’s beneficiaries…
