UPDATES FROM CRATERS CLASSIC
Event Age Guidelines & Parent Support
Parents and caregivers ride at no cost when riding alongside their child for support, you must stay together on the course.
Get Your Name on Your Race Plate
If you’d like your name printed on your race plate, make sure you’re entered before Sunday 6 April (Easter Sunday).
Calling on Our Community
Calling on Our Community – Help us to make our prize-giving unforgettable!
Craters Classic Course Maps Are Live!
The moment you’ve been waiting for! Your course information and maps are now available.
Support Bike Taupo and Volunteer for Craters Classic 2026
We’re gearing up for Craters Classic 2026, and we’d love to have you back on the volunteer crew! We have two awesome days of activities to choose from.
🦐 Huka Prawn Park is BACK for the BFA Aratiatia Adventure!
Get ready for good vibes, big smiles, and maybe even a prawn or two cheering you on at The BFA Aratiatia Adventure!
E-Bikes at the Craters Classic
At the Craters Classic, we’re all for it , because more people on bikes, means more people supporting our trails, our community, and our shared passion for riding.
But we have some rules that must be adhered too for the safety and enjoyment of all riders.
Welcome Whakapapa
Big thanks to Whakapapa who have joined our team as sponsors of the King & Queen of the Downhill!
Squirt Cycling Products Keeps the Craters Classic Squeaky Clean !
To celebrate our Early Bird Entries opening, Squirt are giving away some awesome prize packs to help you take the best care of your bike. Join the adventure and go into to win 1 of 5 Squirt Packs worth over $75 to keep your ride in tip-top shape!
King And Queen Of The Downhill
Get excited crew because the crown is back up for grabs, but this time, it’s all downhill!
Kids Craters Welcomes Nexus Financial Advisory!
In 2026 we welcome Nicole Drought and the team to Kids Craters!
2025 BFA Craters Classic Prize Giving
To each and every one of you who pushed hard, dug deep, and gave it your all out there, congratulations.
Craters Classic 2025 Survey
Help us make the Craters Classic even better by taking a few minutes to complete our post-event survey.
Photo4sale
The awesome crew at Photos4Sale have captured the day in all its glory! Their pay what you can system means everyone gets access
RACE STARTS
To ensure a smooth, safe, and enjoyable start for all riders, the race will begin in controlled wave starts. Here’s how it will work…