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4,724 ft
Distance
131 ft
Climb
-572 ft
Descent
00:03:21
Avg time
-441 ft
Altitude change
1,093 ft
Altitude min
1,534 ft
Altitude max
1,534 ft
Altitude start
1,093 ft
Altitude end
-9.327%
Grade
-38.507%
Grade max
23.687%
Grade min
1,097 ft
Distance climb
3,562 ft
Distance down
64 ft
Distance flat
00:03:21
Avg time
Simple Jack Details
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Activities
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- E-Bike
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Riding AreaSkyline - Rotorua
Rotorua -
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Local Popularity30 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 5 in E-Biking
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Winter only trail
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeDH, AM, XC
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DirectionDownhill Only
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
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Land Owner
Simple Jack is not just for “Simple Jack”; it’s the first stop for new visitors to the park. With the first half of the track crossing the hill face three times, there is time to glance up and soak in the view before hitting the ”mega berm” and dropping into the Redwood forest. After an easy introduction to the track, tell nana to hitch up her stockings and pin her hair back because the second half picks up some real speed as the confidence grows. If you are a beginner rider and want to take it easy or a World Cup winner and want to train down with your mates, this wide flowing track with gentle gradient will keep everybody smiling.
source: Skyline Rotorua
Bike Park
Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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Apr 26, 2018 , Rotorua
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