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1.2 miles
Distance
3 ft
Climb
-1,338 ft
Descent
00:18:27
Avg time
-1,335 ft
Altitude change
737 ft
Altitude min
2,074 ft
Altitude max
2,074 ft
Altitude start
738 ft
Altitude end
-21.8%
Grade
-79.4%
Grade max
3.9%
Grade min
69 ft
Distance climb
1 mile
Distance down
49 ft
Distance flat
00:18:27
Avg time
Machine Track Details
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Riding AreaBlacks Point
Reefton -
AKAAjax Track
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Local Popularity75 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 100 in E-Biking
- 5 in Trail Running
- 5 in Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeAM, XC
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DirectionDownhill PrimaryPopular Direction Shown
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingModerate
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
Start up the Murray Creek Track then loop around past the historic Ajax Mine and Stamper Battery. The track is mostly well-benched single track (intermediate grade) with a few steeper sections. The last 2km to the car park is steep and technical downhill.
source: DOC Reefton Website
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(-42.125840, 171.897610)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Machine Track
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Where is Machine Track located?
Machine Track is located in Blacks Point, Reefton, New Zealand. It is part of the Blacks Point trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -42.12584, 171.89761.
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How hard is Machine Track?
Machine Track is rated as Advanced difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 21.8%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
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What is the elevation gain for Machine Track?
Machine Track has 3 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 1,338 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 737 ft to 2,074 ft.
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Is Machine Track a point to point trail?
Machine Track is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is singletrack.
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