What is the Ak-Attack?

The original Akatarawa Attack is a Mountain Bike Rogaine set in the rugged wilds of the Akatarawa ranges north of Wellington. The Ak Attack Alternative is a similar event run outside the Akatarawa's. Not quite as remote, but the same challenges of route planning, navigation, and sheer grunt. A full day's challenge for any keen mountain biker - its your chance to ride a variety of tracks from 4WD to single track at your own pace. Its a mountain bike race with a difference and where you get to choose your own course. A race where the fastest and fittest are more often out witted by sly and cunning. Are you up for the Adventure ?

How does a Rogaine work?

A Rogaine is a navigation adventure for teams of 2 - 4. Points are scored by visiting locations marked on a map within your chosen time period of 4 or 8 hours. A team of volunteers have visited and plotted dozens of new and some previously un-documented tracks in the area for your riding pleasure. The detailed map marked with the location of the points is provided on the day.

Who can enter?

Anyone over 16 can participate as the area is rugged and remote. Teams of two or more members are compulsory and must race and visit the points together. You will need to be able to deal with simple bike repairs and if necessary be prepared to hike out!

For an alternative view on a first time entry, read the Bushlove blog