Abel Tasman Marble Mountain Classic Mountain Bike Race - fundraiser for the Friends of Motueka Hospital Trust

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The Abel Tasman Marble Mountain Classic Mountain Bike Race April 24 2010

Leading riders in the 2010 event

The 2010 Abel Tasman Marble Mountain Classic mountain bike race, was held on 24th April, under clear skys and sunny conditions.

The Abel Tasman Marble Mountain Bike Race for 2010 was run in association with Adventure Nelson Ltd.

The link below is to the photo website - there are 134 images. Digital images are priced at $15 with $5 going to the Friends of Motueka Hospital Trust.

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Set in some of the most spectacular scenery on earth, the classic is sure to please and challenge riders of all abilities.

The race starts and finishes at Kaiteriteri Beach, Tasman.





The ride is a circular track from the beach to the Marble Mountain (Takaka Hill) and return . . . . see race map.

Race entry form

Other features in this race add to its uniqueness:


  • Riders start and finish at the same location making it easier for support crews.
  • Amazing spot prizes:
  • Last year $8,700 was raised to assist with the building of the new Jack Inglis Friendship Hospital in Motueka.
  • The 2011 event will be held on Easter Sunday 24th April, please make a note not to miss out the event, why not take the opportunity to spend Easter and stay in Kaiteriteri and enjoy this part of the Top of the South.
  • The base for the classic is at the stunning Kaiteriteri Beach.
  • Plenty of accommodation.
  • Plenty of other fun activities: MTB can be seen as a sometimes selfish sport, having the race at Kaiteriteri allows the whole family and/or groups of friends to enjoy a weekend of fun!

2010 RESULTS

The event was held fine sunny conditions, with numbers well down on 2009, 75 starters lined up in the main road of Kaiteriteri.

The winner of this event was Chris Sharland, in a time of 1.36.56 and Susie Wood was the first woman home in a time of 1.47.03


Photos taken during the event can be viewed on the following website:
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A %age goes to the trust - thanks.


  

Thanks to our sponsors

Port Nelson Ltd -

Port Nelson Ltd -

The Copy Press - For all your printing requirements

Abel Tasman Helicopters -

Talleys Fisheries -

New Zealand Breweries -

Takaka Springs Water Co -

Fresh Choice - Motueka -

Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles - Abel Tasman scenic cruises & water taxis

Wakatu Incorporation -

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Organisers
The Friends of Motueka Hospital Trust
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Motueka
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