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2,792 ft
Distance
-434 ft
Descent
00:05:54
Avg time
-434 ft
Altitude change
513 ft
Altitude min
949 ft
Altitude max
947 ft
Altitude start
512 ft
Altitude end
-15.6%
Grade
-65.3%
Grade max
4.8%
Grade min
85 ft
Distance climb
2,457 ft
Distance down
249 ft
Distance flat
00:05:54
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Lower Drainpipe Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
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    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
  • Ref Number
    #22
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    95 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 65 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #11016 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #64263 in E-Biking
    • #161373 in Trail Running
    • #158200 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
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  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Land Owner
    Matangi Station MTB

No easy option - steep chute into hair pins. S.A.F (pro line)

Access Info Restricted Access

Passes must be purchased before entry at: https://matangistationmtb.com/passes

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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        Directions to lower-drainpipe trailhead (-45.259850, 169.405790)

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        Apr 6, 2023 @ 1:45pm
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        Drainpipe, Alexandra - Golden hour on some...
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Lower Drainpipe

        Where is Lower Drainpipe located?
        Lower Drainpipe is located in Matangi Station MTB, Alexandra, New Zealand. It is part of the Matangi Station MTB trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -45.25985, 169.40579.
        How hard is Lower Drainpipe?
        Lower Drainpipe is rated as Double Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 15.6%.
        What is the elevation gain for Lower Drainpipe?
        The trail has 434 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 513 ft to 949 ft.
        Is Lower Drainpipe a point to point trail?
        Yes, Lower Drainpipe is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.

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