Race Information
There are four different events to choose from:
There are three timed course options for children aged up to 13 years (must not be above year 8 in school):
The first is the BME Mini Monster- an easy and short (approx. 2km) course that is suitable for younger children, beginner riders or those who are not experienced or confident riding on trails. This is an excellent option for positive first introduction to our amazing trails and the world of Mountain Biking. This course is limited to children aged 10 years old and younger.
The second option is the Monster Classic, which is approximately 5km. This course is an easy course (the Tourist Trap trail) which would suit most children aged 8 and up with average biking skills, however its definitely possible younger confident riders could complete this course too, so it is open to riders of all ages.
Finally there is the Contact Mega Monster. This course is approximately 12km in length and involves more challenging trails and is aimed at older riders with a decent amount of mountain biking experience and confidence. This course is limited to children aged 8 to 13 years.
All of the above events are timed, every rider receives a race plate, a race pack, a finishers medal and there are trophies for 1st, 2nd & 3rd Boy and Girl for each course.
Pre-school/Year 1 Children:
The Total Sport Micro Monster is perfect for preschoolers/year 1 children who aren’t ready for the Mini Monster. They can complete this course either by themselves or supported by an adult- up and back through the tunnels on the super fun Hammer It and Nail It tracks (approx. 500m). They may even spot a monster or two! This event is not timed, so there are no awards for 1st, 2nd and 3rd. However every Micro Monster rider will receive a medal and even better- all proceeds from this event go to the legends at Kids Bike Taupō!
TIMELINE FOR THE DAY
COST
Entry fees for the three timed events (BME Mini Monster, Monster Classic and Contact Mega Monster) are $35 until 30 September 2026 and then $40 from 1st October until Thursday 29 October 2026 at 9pm when online entries close. Entries will be taken on event morning from 11:00am-12:30pm, and will be $45.
Entry fee for the Total Sport Micro Monster is $15 at any time.
Cash only for event morning please.
Online Family Discount:
Register two or more children in one online booking and receive $5 discount per entry!
(Discount only applies to the three timed events- BME Mini Monster, Monster Classic and Contact Mega Monster, and only applies to online registrations)
This is a fundraising event for St Patrick’s Catholic School Taupō PTFA. All proceeds go towards improvements to the school, and resources that would not otherwise be able to be purchased.