Christchurch - 21 March, 2010

McLeans Forest - awesome purpose built MT Bike park

McLeans Forest is part of the Waimakariri River Regional Park.
The Jams course is fast , flat and fun, it will be on the single tracks, with different distances for the different age groups.
The MTB loop track travels through pine forest over a fast smooth track with fun corners and rises. Ideal for anyone with a off road bike.

 

DIRECTIONS :The entrance to McLeans Forest is on McLeans Island Road just before Orana Park if you are coming from Christchurch.

PLEASE SEE GOOGLE MPS FOR FULL DIRECTIONS TO VENUE!!!!

COURSE: Easy – moderate,

McLeans Island Trail map

To enter

Registration times;

Due to larger numbers we have different registration times (as follows) which will enable us to spread the start times out more.

Children pick up their Jams packs and water bottles at registration, then receive a medal when they finish their course.
Any event merchandise ordered will be given out at registration.

 

9 – 9.30 - 11+ only rego

9.30 – 10.15 – 9/10 years

10.15 – 10.45 - 7/8 years

11 – 11.20 – 6yrs and under

There will be a briefing just before each age category starts. EVERYONE must attend, so make sure you are there and listen hard!

 

Start times

Untill entries are finalised we are unable to give exact start times, The order of starts is as follows;

11+ yrs - approx 10.00

9 - 10yrs

7 - 8yrs

6yrs and under

Hints and Tips

• The mountain bike track is one way and in a clockwise direction. If you need to pull out early (or want a shorter ride), Tresillian Rd and Angle Ave can take you to a stop-bank that meets up with the bike track heading back to the car park – directional maps are dotted along the ride.
• If taking children carry snack food and a drink to keep fuelled-up.
• There is a large picnic area and toilets facilities just off the car park.
• It is advisable to stay out of the forest during strong winds as large trees or branches may fall.
• Check the weather board at the start of the track for updated information as parts of the track can be under water after heavy rain, signs advising alternative routes will be displayed.
• Fire is a constant threat so lighting fires is forbidden. If you see smoke or fire anywhere in the park phone 111 immediately.

For more info about the tracks at McLeans Island, click here.