Circumnavigate the reclaimed land of Wellington (bought up over 150 years ago) as you weave your way through dedicated trail networks and the incredible city to sea skyline and southern walkways. Finish all this off with 4km of waterfront bliss before celebrating right in the heart of Wellington. An incredible adventure.
Distance
24.76km
Elevation
- UP – 728m
- DOWN – 798m
Inclusions
- Bib
- Timing Chip
- Full medical assistance
- Aid stations
- Post-event headquarters in the heart of Wgtn
- Finishers medal
- Mechanical assistance
Prize
Finishers Medal
Date
Saturday the 20th of April 2024
Entry Price
| Super Early Bird | Early Bird | Faultline Standard |
| Jul 11 – Aug 6 | Aug 7 – Oct 30 | Oct 31 – Apr 12 |
| NZ$75 | NZ$105 | NZ$130 |
Start
8:30 am – Aro Valley Bowling Club
Event Hub
There will be one hub on course. Hubs are major areas on course that are easy to access with vehicles at specific locations where participants can check in with their crew, receive any medical assistance, rest/sleep and are bag drop spots. You can top up hydration and nutrition also. These are additional to Aid stations. This is where Mountain Bikers can receive mechanical assistance. Hubs are subject to change.
Hub Locations
- Berhampore – approx. 14km
Transport
Transport will be available for athletes to get to their designated start points. This will be available to purchase through your race roster registration portal at a later date.
Athlete Check-in
Event Expo will be in Wellington city centre Thursday/Friday 18/19 April. Location TBC
Finish Location
Finish line will be in Wellington City Centre.
Minimum Age
16 Years age of race day.
E Bikes
Are allowed on course.
E Bike specifics – Only the (one) battery on the Ebike may be used for this event. Bike engines must be no more than 300 watts and engine assistance up to 32k/m only.
Compulsory Gear
- Bike Light – minimum 300 lumens and spare batteries
- Rear Light – on solid. No strobing.
- Survival Bag
- Mobile Phone in a waterproof bag
- Water bottle or hydration vest. The Faultline is a cup less event
- Multi Tool – inclusive of a chain breaker
- Spare chain link
- Spare tube and inflator
- NZ Std approved helmet
Course Info
This course has a lot of climbing and isn’t to be taken casually. This is a tough faultline course. Be prepared!
Starting at the disused bowling green enjoy 500m of road to spread you out before celebrating the amazing trails in Waimapihi, one of the jewels in Wellington’s trail crown. After this enjoy the urban maze of trails through southern Wellington, past the zoo, then North up to Mount Victoria. From here enjoy the macrocarpa and pine trails until your final journey along the waterfront to your rightful place in Wellington Folklore. 728m of climbing. Months of preparation. An entire lifetime of memories. The 24km Challenge is a biker’s delight and the views, trails and finish line smiles will leave you wanting more. A fantastic introduction to mountain biking anyone can participate in that will give you the bug to join in the 50km next year.
