Summary:
The SRAM Tour de Ranges is a celebration of the sport of cycling. The event includes 110km and 30km options, taking on the most remarkable roads in Auckland with tree-lined country roads, rolling hills of the Hunua Ranges and breathtaking sea views of the Hauraki Gulf.
This boutique event was created to attract all levels of cycling ability to some of the most remarkable roads in Auckland and is limited to 1000 riders. The SRAM Tour de Ranges is so much more than just another cycling event, this is an experience you’ll never forget.
Key Facts:
Results:
Check out the full results here
A summary of the 110km course:
The 110 kilometre SRAM Tour de Ranges cycle event starts in the bustling rural town of Clevedon, situated 25 kilometres south of Auckland City.
Cyclists will commence the race outside the Clevedon Showgrounds. From there they will make their way along a flat section of Monument Road for 3.3 kilometres before they hit the first of the two major climbs. The climb is split into two sections separated by a 500 metre plateau, allowing cyclists to find their legs. With an average gradient of 5.8%, cyclists will wind their way up the hill before casually descending into the region of Hunua. The following 15 kilometres is undulating to flat and will allow cyclists to take in the breathtaking scenery of the Hunua Ranges. Upon completing the long flat straights of Paparimu, cyclists will climb a casual elevation of 150 metres.
The following five kilometre section is undulating but fast. A 16 kilometre section of road winds itself around the southern outskirts of the Hunua Ranges. Cyclists do not want to miss the spectacular views of the Hauraki Gulf as they pass through the halfway mark of the race.
After descending into the township of Kaiaua, the following 13 kilometre section winds itself around the Hauraki Gulf Coastline. Cyclists may want to position themselves for the green jersey sprint which will be at the 70km mark, just outside the Waharau Regional Park entrance way. As soon as cyclists leave the coast they will need to negotiate a short, sharp 700 metre climb. After the long flat sections of the coast this hill will come as a surprise to most riders. The following 14 kilometre section takes cyclists along an undulating route inland, past Tapapakanga Regional Park and the turnoff to Orere Point. After 86 kilometres cyclists will begin the events designated climb – Snake Hill. Although this hill is only 920 meters long it has an average gradient of 7.4%. Cyclists will cautiously make their way down the technical descent of Snake Hill before entering Kawakawa Bay.
A short 500 metre climb awaits riders as they leave the seaside settlement. Follows is a fast, undulating section which takes cyclists back towards the finish line in Clevedon.
30km course:
The 30km SRAM Tour de Ranges event also commences from the Clevedon Showgrounds. This route is flat to undulating to cater for the more recreational rider.
Media Releases:
New team behind the most beautiful ride of the year
Aaron Gate to take on Tour de Ranges for the 7th time
Resources:
Facebook
Instagram
Contacts:
Event Director:
Tim Farmer
Tim@nduro.co.nz
021 029 94907
Media Coordinator:
Tegan Church
tegan@nduro.co.nz
027 385 2787
The SRAM Tour de Ranges is a celebration of the sport of cycling. The event includes 110km and 30km options, taking on the most remarkable roads in Auckland with tree-lined country roads, rolling hills of the Hunua Ranges and breathtaking sea views of the Hauraki Gulf.
This boutique event was created to attract all levels of cycling ability to some of the most remarkable roads in Auckland and is limited to 1000 riders. The SRAM Tour de Ranges is so much more than just another cycling event, this is an experience you’ll never forget.
Key Facts:
- This year is the Tour de Ranges 10th anniversary.
- The event is on the 12 January 2019.
- Events: Elite 110km, age group 110km, 30km fun ride.
- Location: Start/Finish A & P Showgrounds, Clevedon, Auckland.
- Youth make up 12% of the participants.
- Females make up 19% of the overall market.
- Participants: 650 on average.
- The primary target market is males aged 35 - 54.
Results:
Check out the full results here
A summary of the 110km course:
The 110 kilometre SRAM Tour de Ranges cycle event starts in the bustling rural town of Clevedon, situated 25 kilometres south of Auckland City.
Cyclists will commence the race outside the Clevedon Showgrounds. From there they will make their way along a flat section of Monument Road for 3.3 kilometres before they hit the first of the two major climbs. The climb is split into two sections separated by a 500 metre plateau, allowing cyclists to find their legs. With an average gradient of 5.8%, cyclists will wind their way up the hill before casually descending into the region of Hunua. The following 15 kilometres is undulating to flat and will allow cyclists to take in the breathtaking scenery of the Hunua Ranges. Upon completing the long flat straights of Paparimu, cyclists will climb a casual elevation of 150 metres.
The following five kilometre section is undulating but fast. A 16 kilometre section of road winds itself around the southern outskirts of the Hunua Ranges. Cyclists do not want to miss the spectacular views of the Hauraki Gulf as they pass through the halfway mark of the race.
After descending into the township of Kaiaua, the following 13 kilometre section winds itself around the Hauraki Gulf Coastline. Cyclists may want to position themselves for the green jersey sprint which will be at the 70km mark, just outside the Waharau Regional Park entrance way. As soon as cyclists leave the coast they will need to negotiate a short, sharp 700 metre climb. After the long flat sections of the coast this hill will come as a surprise to most riders. The following 14 kilometre section takes cyclists along an undulating route inland, past Tapapakanga Regional Park and the turnoff to Orere Point. After 86 kilometres cyclists will begin the events designated climb – Snake Hill. Although this hill is only 920 meters long it has an average gradient of 7.4%. Cyclists will cautiously make their way down the technical descent of Snake Hill before entering Kawakawa Bay.
A short 500 metre climb awaits riders as they leave the seaside settlement. Follows is a fast, undulating section which takes cyclists back towards the finish line in Clevedon.
30km course:
The 30km SRAM Tour de Ranges event also commences from the Clevedon Showgrounds. This route is flat to undulating to cater for the more recreational rider.
Media Releases:
New team behind the most beautiful ride of the year
Aaron Gate to take on Tour de Ranges for the 7th time
Resources:
Contacts:
Event Director:
Tim Farmer
Tim@nduro.co.nz
021 029 94907
Media Coordinator:
Tegan Church
tegan@nduro.co.nz
027 385 2787
