The Journal

Local knowledge, written down. Trail guides and ride notes from the crew who shuttle these trails every day.

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  9 July 2026

  Old Coach Road — A Local's Guide

  Everything we tell riders at the counter about Ohakune's classic ride — the history under your tyres, when to go, what to look for, and how the shuttle works.

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  7 July 2026

  Mountain Road — The Best Descent in the Central North Island

  1,000 vertical metres from Tūroa to town. Why the Ohakune Mountain Road is the descent every visiting rider should do — and how to time it right.

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• 5 July 2026

  Bridge to Nowhere — Everything You Need to Know

  38km of remote backcountry, a concrete bridge the bush swallowed, and a jet boat home. The full guide to the Mangapurua — logistics, safety, history, and why it's unmissable.

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