Hi all, the Xmas feasting is done and the holidays finished so its time to turn your attention to the Contact Epic for 2018.

So many questions, What course 35km to 160km? New bike? training regime? Do I stop for scones this year? How high will the river be? Will they run out of beer by the time I get back to the Hotel? Can I beat last year’s time……

There is only one real answer: Enter for 2018 and find out.

DO IT NOW!! Click Here and let the games begin.

Planning to become a soldier? Remember only 100 Centurions spots available for the big 160km.

Also any withdrawals prior to April will include a 75% refund no matter what the reason.

A pre-race pasta meal is available during registration in the Hawea Hotel restaurant. It will include two pastas (one vegetarian and one meat), salad, bread and a hot fruit crumble with custard. These are available for $25 online. We have limited numbers so best to book now. You are welcome to book for your supporters too.

To do this click Here

Not booked your accommodation yet? Book into the relaxing, self-contained Oakridge Resort, which includes the use of heated outdoor pools and spa pools. The best place to be on Sunday morning!! Let them know you are riding the Contact Epic and they will give you a 15% discount.
Click Here to enquire

Hawea Hotel rooms are full but they are doing a special deal for a bed in their 4 and 3 bedroom bunkrooms. If you email or phone directly and say you are riding or supporting in the Contact Epic you will get a discounted rate of $50 per person for the Friday and Saturday night.

Click Here to book.

To celebrate Valentines Day Tineli are giving away mountain bike specific tees to one couple who have entered the Contact Epic and emailed us the two names before midnight Monday,  February 19. Entries can be in two different legs.