Mountain Biking Otago
| Type | Trail Association |
|---|---|
| Primary Activity | Mountain Bike |
| Other |
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| Website |
| Geo | |
|---|---|
| Address |
Dunedin
New Zealand
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| Associated Groups |
MBO Mountain Biking Otago: Regional Admin Group
MBO Trail Crew MBO - Reporter Group
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The objectives of Mountain Bike Otago are:
Provide a focal point for unified representation of Mountain Bikers in Dunedin, including supporting the initiatives of clubs throughout the Otago region and NZ for the betterment of the sport;
Increase public awareness of opportunities and issues faced by Mountain Bikers in Dunedin and throughout Otago;
o Encourage and develop all aspects of recreational and competitive mountain biking through:
o developing a extensive track network
o working with decision makers at a local and regional scale to support the development of the sport
o running and assisting with MTB events at a local, regional and national level
o Ensure MTBO promotes and organise activities and events suitable for all ages and levels of skill.
Vision
The vision of MTBO looking forward 10 years is:
To be acknowledged as the foremost Mountain bike club in NZ; to be actively managing an extensive and expanding network of beginner, intermediate and advanced MTB trails in Dunedin; while also running professional events that meet the needs of our extensive membership.
Mission Statement
The central purpose and role of our club is defined as:
To Grow and Enhance Mountain Biking in Otago for all.
MBO will do this by:
1 Being able to ride MBO tracks all year,
2. Enhancing all our riders skill and ability,
3. Respecting and supporting our partnerships.
Provide a focal point for unified representation of Mountain Bikers in Dunedin, including supporting the initiatives of clubs throughout the Otago region and NZ for the betterment of the sport;
Increase public awareness of opportunities and issues faced by Mountain Bikers in Dunedin and throughout Otago;
o Encourage and develop all aspects of recreational and competitive mountain biking through:
o developing a extensive track network
o working with decision makers at a local and regional scale to support the development of the sport
o running and assisting with MTB events at a local, regional and national level
o Ensure MTBO promotes and organise activities and events suitable for all ages and levels of skill.
Vision
The vision of MTBO looking forward 10 years is:
To be acknowledged as the foremost Mountain bike club in NZ; to be actively managing an extensive and expanding network of beginner, intermediate and advanced MTB trails in Dunedin; while also running professional events that meet the needs of our extensive membership.
Mission Statement
The central purpose and role of our club is defined as:
To Grow and Enhance Mountain Biking in Otago for all.
MBO will do this by:
1 Being able to ride MBO tracks all year,
2. Enhancing all our riders skill and ability,
3. Respecting and supporting our partnerships.
Riding Areas
| name | trails | total descent | highest trail | total distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethunes Gully/Forrester Park | 18 | -1,813 ft | 2,153 ft | 8 miles |
| Jubilee Park | 2 | -142 ft | 353 ft | 3,104 ft |
| Leith Valley | 5 | -1,844 ft | 1,824 ft | 10 miles |
| Redwoods/Wakari Creek | 18 | -1,400 ft | 751 ft | 5 miles |
| Signal Hill | 42 | -9,587 ft | 1,027 ft | 18 miles |
| Waipori Valley | 2 | -423 ft | 1,644 ft | 7 miles |
| West Harbour | 32 | -8,360 ft | 1,951 ft | 29 miles |
| Whare Flat | 83 | -18,871 ft | 2,370 ft | 51 miles |
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