2021 GUIDE Welcome to the Southland Summer Wheels Guide!

Kia ora from Murihiku, Southland, New Zealand’s ultimate destination for a wheely good summer! It’s time to grind the gears, push the pedals, crank the engine and twist the throttle, because every summer, Southland has numerous opportunities to immerse yourself in all things wheels, tyres and treads! Discover all you need to know in this pit stop guide. You’re geared up to make this summer an absolute stunner no matter what spins your wheels. Check out southlandnz.com/events/southland-wheels for more info on these events, plus some cool places to stay and summer activities to try! Ngā manaakitanga,

Never miss an event in the south www.southlandnz.com/events BACKING EVENTS IN THE SOUTH

** Be sure to check individual event websites and Facebook pages for updates on their event status, including COVID-19 updates ** ENTRY FEE AT GATE CHILDREN FREE

DRUMMOND RALLY EDENDALE CRANK UP 15 - 16 January • Drummond Rugby Grounds, Drummond 30 - 31 January • Edendale Vintage Machinery Club Grounds, Edendale

The 34th annual Crank Up event is a weekend not to be missed - full of so 2021 will mark the 10th year of the annual Drummond Motorcycle Rally! much more than you’d expect! With great food, a licenced bar and live bands to entertain the nights away - plus a partnership with a show and shine bike show on Saturday Whether it be the Allis Chalmers tractors, Australian Classic cars, tractor afternoon - what more could you want? Come pitch your tent, park pulling, or kids entertainment, there is something for the whole family up your bike and enjoy a real southern weekend away. to enjoy. Be sure to kick off your Crank Up experience on Friday night with the Edendale street parade from 7pm.

Discover more at: Discover more at: www.drummondmc.co.nz www.edendalevmc.co.nz ADMISSION BY GOLD COIN DONATION

SOUTHERN GRILLES & GASOLINE MILFORD MOUNTAIN CLASSIC CAR & BIKE SHOW 7 February • Te Anau & Milford, Fiordland 6 February • Collegiate Rugby Club Grounds, Invercargill

Looking for all things wheels? The Southern Grilles & Gasoline Join the 120km long road cycle race from Milford to Te Anau along what is Car & Bike Show has it all! described as the most beautiful stretch of road in the world! Whether you With classic, custom, vintage and hot rod vehicles on display, the odd are NZ Cycling’s Elite Riders or those just wanting to give it a go, this retro caravan, live music and plenty of children’s entertainment, this challenging but achievable ‘must-do’ event is one of the most family friendly event is popular for all ages. There is even an scenic races in the world! Automotive Swap Meet!

Discover more at: Discover more at: Southern Grilles & Gasoline Facebook page www.teanauevents.co.nz TICKETS ONLINE OR AT THE GATE

BURT MUNRO CHALLENGE MLT MOONSHINE TRAIL 10 - 14 February • Invercargill & Bluff 20 February • Dolamore Park, Gore

Celebrating it’s 15th year, the Burt is Southland’s iconic five day motorcycle Established within the infamous Hokonui Hills, the MLT Moonshine Trail event dedicated to “the God of speed” - local legend, Burt Munro. With offers you the chance to traverse by bike or foot across exclusive six thrilling events, including the unique Beach Racing Champs private farmland! With courses ranging from 5km to 50km, there and Bluff Hill Climb Champs, this is one of New Zealand’s major is every chance for you to enjoy great courses, great scenery events you won’t want to miss! and great company.

Discover more at: Discover more at: www.burtmunrochallenge.co.nz www.moonshinetrail.co.nz ENTRY FEE AT GATE CHILDREN FREE

OTAUTAU CAR SHOW VANTAGE ELITE & U19 TRACK NATIONAL 20 February • Holt Park, Otautau CHAMPIONSHIPS 24 - 27 February • SIT Zerofees Velodrome, Invercargill

Prepare for a great day out admiring the communities pride and joy in the form of wheels! The premier Vantage Elite & U19 Track National Championships is back! Held every second year in Invercargill, this is the pinnacle event for This event showcases all makes and models of cars, trucks, vintage New Zealand’s top Elite, U19 and Para track cyclists. Watch our machinery and motorbikes. Paired with fantastic craft stalls, live music, Championship and World Class riders line up against our delicious food and kids entertainment, this fun-filled family day is emerging future champions to race on the boards at the one to add to the calendar. SIT Zerofees Velodrome for national titles!

Discover more at: Discover more at: Otautau Car Show Facebook page www.elitetracknationals.nz WELCOME ROCK BREW CHOP TE ANAU 27 February • Welcome Rock, Garston 6 March • Te Anau, Fiordland

An epic event in an amazing location! If you enjoy biking, beer and a Held at beautiful lake Te Anau, this unique multisport enduro event is barbecue, this 47 km cross-country mountain bike ride – including 21kms designed for both the competitive athlete and those who just want to have of hand built single track – is the race for you. This will be one stunner fun! Consisting of 3 short laps (mountain biking, kayaking and ), of a ride up the Nevis Road, onto the trail and back down! No doubt complete as many laps as you can, either solo or in a team. You can do this is thirsty and hungry work, so bring a beer and a chop for event whatever lap you want to do, whenever! So if running isn’t your thing, organiser Tom to put on ice and cook up to greet you at the you can pedal it out and simply bike for the duration of the race. finish line. No brew, no chop = no entry. This adventure is like no other!

Discover more at: Discover more at: www.welcomerock.co.nz www.teanauenduro.com REGISTER ONLINE

ICC SURF TO CITY AROUND THE MOUNTAINS CYCLE TRAIL 14 March • Invercargill & Surrounds Looking for a Southland summer ride these holidays?

Encompassing historic townships, rural farmland, pristine waters and Whether you want to cycle, walk or run, this popular, family friendly alpine vista views, there’s a delight around every corner on the Around sporting event offers an enjoyable pace for everyone! Starting near Oreti the Mountains Cycle Trail. Meander along 186km of awe-inspiring trail Beach and finishing at Queens Park, you can choose a 12km, 6km or featuring the Oreti and Mataura rivers, show stopping valleys of the 3km course to suit you and your crew. It’s all about having fun! Eyre Mountains and the secluded Mavora Lakes – all while enjoying the relaxed pace and ease of ride. Put it on your ‘bike it’ list!

Discover more at: Discover more at: www.sporty.co.nz/iccsurftocity www.aroundthemountains.co.nz Keep up with the action #southlandwheels

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