Welcome to the PBM HARDROCK 6HR Mountain Bike Race, at the incredible Kiwarrak Mountain Bike Park (pronounced 'Kye-Warrick') close to Taree on the Mid North Coast of NSW.

Race Plates and goodies bag (free range eggs, gas bombs and gel) are to be collected from the Event Centre between 3pm and 5pm Saturday 19 October. Racing starts 9.30am Sunday 20 October 2024.

Everyone that picks up their race plates on Saturday will go in the draw for a $250 accommodation voucher at Mansfield on the Manning. There will also be another $250 voucher for those staying for the presentation on Sunday.

For further information please visit our website (https://www.tipriders.com/) and click on the PBM link under Events.

Just like previous races, this year is shaping up to be one of the best races on the NSW MTB race calendar. The mix of ultra-flowy trails, chill atmosphere and great facilities means that you and your friends will not have better fun for your hard earned.

The Kiwarrak Mountain Bike Park is located within the Kiwarrak State Forest approximately 7km Southwest of the City of Taree on the Mid North Coast of NSW. Well known as a tourist destination for families seeking the sun, sand and water, the Mid North Coast has also established itself as one of the hottest destinations for mountain bikers in NSW.

Boasting nearly 70km of hand-cut trails established over 20 years, the Kiwarrak Mountain Bike Park features endless flowy trails, outstanding enduro-style gravity runs and more than its fair share of purpose-built structures and jump lines.

Taree and the Manning Valley has much more to offer than just our terrific MTB trails. Why not stay longer and explore our natural wonderland?

Entry Fees:

Adult $50.00 per solo entry or each team member

Junior $25.00 for each team member

Categories

Solo Open Male (18+)
Solo Masters Male (45+) - Must be aged 45 or over

Solo Open Female (18+)
Solo Masters Female (45+) - Must be aged 45 or over

Team/Solo Open E-bike (18+) any mix of age and gender
- No limit to the number of participants
Team/Solo Masters E-bike (45+) any mix of gender, all must be aged 45 or over
- No limit to the number of participants

Team Open Male (18+)
- Minimum 2 participants' no limit to the number of participants
Team Masters Male (45+)
- Minimum 2 participants' no limit to the number of participants. All must be aged 45 or over

Team Open Female (18+)
- Minimum 2 participants' no limit to the number of participants
Team Masters Female (45+)
- Minimum 2 participants' no limit to the number of participants. All must be aged 45 or over

Team Open Mixed* (18+)
- Minimum 2 participants', any mix of gender, no limit to the number of participants
Team Masters Mixed* (45+)
- Minimum 2 participants', any mix of gender, no limit to the number of participants. All must be aged 45 or over

Junior Team of 4 (13 to U19)
- Minimum 4 participants' no limit to the number of participants, or gender breakdown. Minimum age 13

* Total lap numbers must be within 2 laps for each team member

CAMPING AT THE RACE

As the Kiwarrak Mountain Bike Park is located on State Forestry land, camping is allowed and it's free! Anyone can camp in the park any time of the year, but over the weekend of the PBM HARDROCK 6HR there will be toilets and water available to racers and riders from 7am on Saturday 19th October.

PLEASE NOTE: Camping facilities at the Race Event Centre are primitive - There are no showers/running water/toilet blocks. The location is in the middle of a state forest. Campers will need to bring everything they require to last the weekend.

HOW TO GET HERE

North from Sydney/Newcastle:

- Travel North on Pacific Highway to Taree

- Turn LEFT at first exit to Taree (look for the service centre sign)

- STRAIGHT through first roundabout (past service centre turnoff)

- STRAIGHT through second roundabout (right will take you to Taree)

- Travel 3.2km past second roundabout and turn LEFT onto Lantana Crossing Road

South from Brisbane/Port Macquarie:

- Travel South on Pacific Highway to Taree

- Turn RIGHT at second exit to Taree

- STRAIGHT through first roundabout (past service centre turnoff)

- STRAIGHT through second roundabout (right will take you to Taree)

- Travel 3.2km past second roundabout and turn LEFT onto Lantana Crossing Road