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3.1 miles
Distance
567 ft
Climb
-573 ft
Descent
763 ft
High Point
-6 ft
Altitude change
575 ft
Altitude min
622 ft
Altitude start
617 ft
Altitude end
-30.9%
Grade max
28.6%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance climb
1 mile
Distance down
1,877 ft
Distance flat
Trying to find a good hard XC loop which replicates bigger XCO races. 4 Pretty big climbs and 4 reasonably technical descents with optional lines on hard features and easier the slower you go. Buzzcut is likely the most technical trail so could be swapped out with Mandatory powerplay.
Detailed Description
Hit Out - Intermediate tech XC loop is a 3 mile intermediate race route located near Taranaki. This mountain bike primary route can be used one direction and has a hard overall physical rating. This route includes 17 trails. This route climbs 567 ft with a max elevation of 763 ft then descends -573 ft.
Trail Issues on Route
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 2 trails (newest: Aug 29, 2025)
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Stats
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Distance3 miles
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Altitude min575 ft
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Altitude start622 ft
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Altitude end617 ft
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Climb567 ft
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Descent-573 ft
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Grade max-30.9%
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Grade min28.6%
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Distance climb1 mile
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Distance down1 mile
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Distance flat1,877 ft
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