Race Information

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There are separate race categories in The Drover race only. For all other races you can choose to ride a MTB or Gravel bike.

Please note the following: 

• The sections through Godley Peak Station will be more challenging on a gravel bike 
• There will be some times when it’s likely you’ll find it slightly difficult – mainly when getting through Godley Peaks Station and both river crossings. 
• You will need to know how to change a flat or repair your tubeless as it is sharper and rougher on that side of the lake.

It will really be a matter of experience/ability/personal choice re the gravel bike. 

The main Race Village is less than a 10 minute walk from most accommodation options in the township. There are limited parking options in the village so we ask that competitors ride to the start line.

Please let your supporters know that they are best to walk to the Race Village and around the Lake Tekapo village to access the shops and businesses. 

We are not gear checking competitors and their bikes before the event. However there will be spot checks before the start of the race, and also out on course. 

If someone is found to not be carrying the required gear they will be disqualified from the race. 

You will not be permitted to start The Drover unless you have the required lights (see Compulsory Bike Gear).

All gear requirements can be found on the Rules and Safety page (click on the image). 

It is up to each competitor to ensure they are carrying the required gear and that their bike is in a suitable condition to complete The Mackenzie brought to you by Devold. 

The Drover MTB

Overall 1st, 2nd, 3rd Male and Female

The following categories are for 1st place in both Male and Female age ranges:

• 18-39, 
• 40-49, 
• 50-59, 
• 60-69, 
• 70+

There must be 10 or more people per age category for prizes to be awarded. 

The Drover Gravel

Overall 1st, 2nd, 3rd Male and Female

The following categories are for 1st place in both Male and Female age ranges:

• 18-39, 
• 40-49, 
• 50-59, 
• 60-69, 
• 70+

There must be 10 or more people per age category for prizes to be awarded. 

PRIZE MONEY*:

The Drover MTB & GRAVEL (INCLUSIVE)

1st Overall Male and Female = $1000 cash each.

The Prize Money for The Drover is $1000 for the fastest male and $1000 for the fastest female across the line - regardless of MTB or Gravel. The fastest male and fastest female will both win $1000 each.

1st Gravel or 1st MTB Male and Female will also win $650 - whatever doesn't win the overall podium prize money.

Eg, if the 1st female across the line overall is a MTB rider they will win $1000. The 1st female in the gravel category will then win $650. The 1st female MTB rider will not win any further cash. Same goes for the male race.

*There must be 10 or more people per race for prize money to be awarded.

The Muster

Overall 1st, 2nd, 3rd Male and Female

The following categories are for 1st place in both Male and Female age ranges:

• 16-39, 
• 40-49, 
• 50-59, 
• 60-69, 
• 70+

*There must be 10 or more people per age category for prizes to be awarded.

PRIZE MONEY*:

The Muster

1st Overall Male and Female = $500 cash each.

*There must be 10 or more people per race for prize money to be awarded.

The Competitive Shepherd

Overall 1st, 2nd, 3rd Male and Female

The following categories are for 1st place in both Male and Female age ranges:

• 14-18, 
• 19-39, 
• 40-49, 
• 50-59, 
• 60-69, 
• 70+

There must be 10 or more people per age category for prizes to be awarded. 

PRIZE MONEY*:

The Competitive Shepherd

1st Overall Male and Female = $350 cash each.

*There must be 10 or more people per race for prize money to be awarded.

The Merino

Overall 1st, 2nd, 3rd Male and Female

The following categories are for 1st place in both Male and Female age ranges:

• 12-18, 
• 19-39, 
• 40-49, 
• 50-59, 
• 60-69, 
• 70+

There must be 10 or more people per age category for prizes to be awarded. 

PRIZE MONEY*:

The Merino 

1st Overall Male and Female = $200 cash each.

*There must be 10 or more people per race for prize money to be awarded.

There must be 10 or more people per age category for prizes to be awarded. 

E Bikes:

The E bike category is not a race. There are no prizes for the E bikes due to the variation in power from bike to bike. 

AGE CATEGORY WINNERS

If you are the winner of your age category please visit the Athlete Support tent after you have seen your results. You are able to collect your prize throughout the day. No age category winners will be announced or awarded prizes during the main Prize Giving due to time restraints