Hosted by Orienteering Bay of Plenty (OBOP) with support from Taupo Orienteering club, the 2026 NZMTBO Championships will be held close to Rotorua. This promises to be a fantastic weekend of competition, challenge, and fun for Mountain Bikers, Orienteers, and Adventure Racers of all abilities.

• Early bird entries close: midnight, 12th April 2026
• Standard entries close: midnight, 10th May 2026

We expect competitive fields that will suit experienced and competitive athletes. However there will also be recreational courses for people newer to the sport, and young juniors. Rotorua is the mecca for mountain biking in NZ, and there are also fantastic adventure rides in easy reach as well, so people may choose to enjoy world class riding outside of the competition programme.
Head to the NZMTBO Champs website for more info and to enter