Welcome to the 2025 New Zealand Secondary Schools Mountain Bike Champs, proudly hosted by the Nelson Mountain Bike Club (NMTBC)!
Taking place in the heart of Nelson, this exciting event will bring together over 600 riders from across New Zealand for four days of competition. Riders will showcase their skills in Enduro, Downhill, Cross Country, and the Cross Country Team Event, making it an unforgettable experience for both participants and spectators.
This event is open to intermediate and secondary school aged students nationwide, and it’s an incredible opportunity to experience the world-class trails that make Nelson a mountain biking mecca. Mountain biking is a huge part of Nelson’s culture, with over 3,000 members in NMTBC and thousands more hitting the trails regularly. The event provides a platform to highlight our stunning trails and vibrant biking community.
● When: Unofficial Practice: 27th & 28th September. Racing 29th September – 2nd October
● Where: Central Nelson
● Who: Open to intermediate and secondary school aged students across New Zealand.
Course details:
The event village will be at the Maitahi Wetland on Maitai Valley Road. The Enduro trails will be released as soon as the course is finalised. A new DH course is under construction as is the XC course.
The Event will be based in the Maitai Valley with the event village at the Mahitahi Wetland, which marked on the the map. Parking will be available in the Maitai Camp.
The Cross Country course is under construction. It will be based from the Event Village in the Maitai and use a mixture of new and existing trails.
The Enduro Course is still being finalised but will be on trails shown above, throughout the Codgers, Koata Park and Maitai Face. Final course expected Mid May.
The Downhill will be on one Nelson's original trails. It is currently under reconstruction. Many locals remember the trail being one of their favourites of all time!
The event manual will be available at the start of June. This will include further information about the event, trails, parking and more.
The Nelson Mountain Bike Club is committed to delivering a top level event and we are looking for partners to help us deliver! By becoming an event sponsor you’ll be:
● Promoting mountain biking and youth sport in New Zealand.
● Helping to create an unforgettable experience for all participants, families, and spectators.
● Getting significant branding visibility across digital, social, and physical platforms.
● Getting product showcase opportunities on-site and through media channels.
● Getting direct engagement with passionate and loyal outdoor enthusiasts.
SPONSORS
Support those who support this event
Maitai Motor Camp: The Maitai Motor Camp is a stunning holiday park with lots of powered and unpowered sites situated on the edge of the Maitai River. It boarders the Event Village and will be used for parking for the event.
Tahuna Beach Holiday Park: A fantastic camping ground near the beach in Nelson City. Situated right on the beachfront, it provides guests with stunning views of the Tasman Bay and easy access to a variety of outdoor activities like swimming, kayaking, and walking along the beach. The park features a range of accommodations, including powered and non-powered campsites, cabins, and motels, catering to different budgets and preferences.
Bowater Toyota: Bowater Toyota, established in 1945, is a family-owned dealership group operating in New Zealand’s Nelson and Tasman regions. Their state-of-the-art service centers are equipped with the latest diagnostic tools and staffed by experienced technicians, capable of servicing all vehicle makes and models.
Beyond sales and service, Bowater Toyota is deeply committed to community involvement, supporting various local organisations and events to enhance the region’s well-being, including being a gold Nelson Mountain.
