11.5 miles
Distance
1,809 ft
Climb
-1,803 ft
Descent
1,789 ft
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Ride designed for advanced beginner and Intermediate riders for the Auckland Cycling Group for Taupo group ride weekend. Total distance of 18.5km with 8km ascent, 8km decent and 2.5km flat. expected total ride time of 3-3.5 hrs with many regroups as this will be a first time ride for many on these trails.

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ACG Ride is a 12 mile moderately popular intermediate route located near Taupo. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 44 trails. This route climbs 1,809 ft with a max elevation of 1,789 ft then descends -1,803 ft.
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  • Avg time
    1 hr 42 min
  • Altitude min
    1,367 ft
  • Altitude start
    1,385 ft
  • Altitude end
    1,391 ft
  • Grade max
    -37.6%
  • Grade min
    56.5%
  • Distance climb
    5 miles
  • Distance down
    5 miles
  • Distance flat
    1 mile
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Recent Trail Reports Along Route

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Steamfields Resort
Feb 5, 2025 @ 8:53am
2 days
Dusty.
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Feb 3, 2025 @ 5:43pm
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Jan 22, 2025 @ 9:32am
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