Ride The Rakaia – Cycle Race

Ride the Rakaia logo

2026 will again see the start of the race at the Mead Community Hall 4km up from State Highway One and the race will be 93km.

You will ride up the North Bank of the Rakaia River, across the Rakaia Gorge Bridges and back down the South side of the Rakaia River, finishing in Rakaia outside the Rakaia Domain. The Ride the Rakaia race is 93km

Please note: The race no longer crosses the SH1 Rakaia River Bridge

For details and entries see the Ride the Rakiaia webpage

Event Details
  • Start Date
    October 24, 2026 7:45 am
  • End Date
    October 24, 2026 12:30 pm
  • Door Time
    6:30 am
  • Address
    Mead Community Hall. 2863 North Rakaia Road, Bankside
  • Suitability

    Road riders/racers

  • Cost

    Various entry fees for different classes. See website

  • What To Bring

    Bike, and whatever else you need to ride fast!

  • Cancellations

    In extreme weather, this event may be cancelled

Event Details
  • Start Date
    October 24, 2026 7:45 am
  • End Date
    October 24, 2026 12:30 pm
  • Door Time
    6:30 am
  • Address
    Mead Community Hall. 2863 North Rakaia Road, Bankside
  • Suitability

    Road riders/racers

  • Cost

    Various entry fees for different classes. See website

  • What To Bring

    Bike, and whatever else you need to ride fast!

  • Cancellations

    In extreme weather, this event may be cancelled