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2,986 ft
Distance
24 ft
Climb
-214 ft
Descent
00:02:52
Avg time
-189 ft
Altitude change
482 ft
Altitude min
678 ft
Altitude max
672 ft
Altitude start
482 ft
Altitude end
-6.3%
Grade
-28.3%
Grade max
26.4%
Grade min
400 ft
Distance climb
1,755 ft
Distance down
833 ft
Distance flat
00:02:52
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Flying Mullet Details

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    • Mountain Bike
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    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    60 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 85 in E-Biking
    • 80 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
    Popular Direction Shown
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1

Flowy Grade 3 with some nice berms and rolls ending near Linoel's bridge, a few exposed edges off trail.

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

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  • 1 rides
  • 11 miles average
6 Months
  • 7 rides
  • 8 miles avg distance
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  • 259 rides
  • Last: Sep 7, 2026
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Flying Mullet Trail Reports

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Feb 26, 2025 @ 11:56am
Feb 26, 2025
Top half is very dusty and getting blown out, watch those loose edges!
Dec 10, 2024 @ 10:18am
Dec 10, 2024
Running mint after that bit of rain!
Dec 8, 2024 @ 2:43pm
Dec 8, 2024
Oct 12, 2024 @ 3:27am
Oct 12, 2024
Magpie Attacked rider 12/10/2024 beware
Sep 6, 2024 @ 11:15pm
Sep 6, 2024
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on Feb 26, 2025
Very Dry
Avg: 3.99 (2 votes)
Your vote: 0

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        Directions to flying-mullet trailhead (-37.747670, 176.261650)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Flying Mullet

        Where is Flying Mullet located?
        Flying Mullet is located in Summerhill Recreational Trails, Tauranga, New Zealand. It is part of the Summerhill Recreational Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -37.74767, 176.26165.
        How hard is Flying Mullet?
        Flying Mullet is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 6.3%.
        What is the elevation gain for Flying Mullet?
        Flying Mullet has 24 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 214 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 482 ft to 678 ft.
        Is Flying Mullet a point to point trail?
        Yes, Flying Mullet is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        How long is Flying Mullet?
        Flying Mullet is 2,986 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        Are dogs allowed on Flying Mullet?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Flying Mullet. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        When is the best time of year to ride Flying Mullet?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Flying Mullet are:
        • November (20 activities)
        • December (14 activities)
        • February (13 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        How do I access Flying Mullet? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Flying Mullet are: View all parking locations in the area.
        How long does it take to ride Flying Mullet?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 2 minutes to ride Flying Mullet. The trail is 2,986 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        How busy is Flying Mullet?
        Flying Mullet is a moderately popular trail. There have been 1,356 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1,589 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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