More cyclists needed for Adventure Ride

THE organisers of the Rere Falls Trail Adventure Ride are calling for more entries.

The ride, on Sunday, October 29, is a fundraiser for the Motu Trails Charitable Trust and will have four distance options all finishing at The Jolly Stockman at Matawhero.

Shuttle transport is also planned to help riders get to their choice of start points at Eastwoodhill Arboretum, Wharekopae, Matawai and Motu.

“The Adventure is all about offering an easy way to experience this stunning region we have for cycling at all levels,” Motu Trails Charitable Trust chairwoman Kathy Sheldrake said.

“Longer-distance Adventure riders will pass by the old Moutohora rail bridge, Rere Rockslide and Rere Falls. All riders will experience the fantastic Eastwoodhill Arboretum and all riders will get to enjoy entertainment and a prize-giving at The Jolly Stockman.

“We want to make everything easy by providing the option of transport to the start points. But October 29 is closing in fast and we need more entries to make this event happen.”

A special touch to the day will be the unveiling of a bench seat in memory of former Motu Trails trustee, the late Richard Coates.

“Richard loved the arboretum, he loved cycling and the first Rere Falls Trail Adventure Ride was his idea.”

E-bike riders are welcome to take part in the Adventure ride. The event is not a race so riders can go at their own speed and, for example, stop to check out the Rere Rockslide or Rere Falls.

While the longer distances are best matched with a mountain bike any roadworthy machine is suitable for the shorter option.

To enter the Adventure ride, go to www.gisbornespecials.co.nz/rere-falls-trail-adventure-ride/