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Record numbers gear up for The Big Easy

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28 Mar, 2018 04:00 PM2 mins to read

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The Magnificent Seven are set to take the stage at the sixth annual Big Easy this weekend. Photo/Supplied

The Magnificent Seven are set to take the stage at the sixth annual Big Easy this weekend. Photo/Supplied

It's almost time to gear up, kit out and hit the superb Hawke's Bay trails for the sixth annual Big Easy.

This Saturday more than 1600 people are expected to put their legs to the test for 45km in Hawke's Bay's signature cycle event from Black Barn Vineyards to Church Road Winery.

Read more: Big Easy cyclist and her dog ready to pedal for SPCA

The fun doesn't stop once participants cross the finish line either, with a stellar line-up of local and national musicians on the stage at Church Road from 2pm.

Opening the show are local talents IRIS and Sweetwater, who will be followed up with a special performance by The Magnificent Seven.

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The headliner will feature well-known Kiwi musicians Peter Urlich, Jordan Luck and Eddie Rayner of Th' Dudes, The Exponents, and Split Enz respectively.

Along with Brett Adams, Dave Gent, Bryan Bell and Patrick Khutze, the Magnificent Seven will be bringing the legacy and love of their celebrated groups back to the stage and with it, a basket of iconic Kiwi songs to delight the crowd.

Concert-goers can expect to hear one big hit after another, with Why Does Love, Who Loves Who the Most, and Bliss, among many other chart-toppers on the set list.

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"Current numbers indicate this year will be the biggest yet for The Big Easy with an increase in both visitors and locals taking part," Hawke's Bay Tourism general manager Annie Dundas said.

"We have great music, entertainment and Big Easy deals on the route and it's looking to be a cracker day in Hawke's Bay."

There will be food and drinks available at Church Road Winery at the end, including beer, wine, non-alcoholic beverages and bites to eat.

Ms Dundas said The Little Easy Central Hawke's Bay, scheduled for Good Friday, was also shaping up well with up to 150 riders expected on the family-friendly 12km circuit along the banks of the Tukituki River.

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"We're delighted to be able to incorporate the stunning new swing bridge into The Little Easy route, and look forward to a great day out in CHB."

For those wanting to skip the cycling and head directly to the main show, concert-only tickets are $25.

Limited ticket sales will be available on the day.

Visit www.thebigeasy.co.nz for more information.

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