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MEDIA RELEASE
KARAPOTI CLASSIC 2004
August 20, 2003
They call it "the one race on every mountain bikers wishlist," and on Sunday
March 7, 2004 one thousand mountain bikers will once again return for the
classic that is KARAPOTI.
Based within the rugged splendour of Wellington's Akatarawa Ranges, 10km
north of Upper Hutt, the KARAPOTI CLASSIC revolves around an uncompromising
50km of 4WD trails, gnarly single track, wheel sucking sludge, raging river
crossings and wall-to-wall wilderness. In short, it's the Southern
Hemisphere's favourite mountain bike race.
KARAPOTI, however, is more than merely a race. Established in 1986, this is
the longest running mountain bike event in Australasia. An "event" from
which has arisen a culture built around innovative organisation, spectacular
scenery, an exciting social scene, and a challenge that is at the same time
unique, uncompromising and achievable.
American cycling magazine Velonews ranks KARAPOTI amongst the top-25
mountain bike races in the world, and participants apparently agree. From
first timers to international stars, every year 1000 riders from all over
the globe gather for the experience that is KARAPOTI. "the one race on every
mountain biker's wish list!"
For further details:
Ph: 04 920 5655
Email: enquiries@karapoti.co.nz
Web: www.karapoti.co.nz
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