The Great Forest Rogaine continues to evolve with record youth participation. More than 540 competitors took part in this year’s Great Forest Rogaine, reaffirming its place as one of New Zealand’s premier navigation and endurance events. Hosted by Orienteering Bay of Plenty (OBOP), the event once again brought together mountain bikers, rogainers, adventure racers, families […]

The 2026 New Zealand Mountain Bike Orienteering Championships, hosted by Orienteering Bay of Plenty over 16–17 May, delivered drama, laughs and some serious racing in good conditions. More than 100 competitors enjoyed near-perfect weather across three championship events, testing riders in three very different ways. The fine weather was a welcome contrast to what had […]

Recent storms in the Bay of Plenty have made the original Middle Distance venue at Onepu unusable due to fallen trees and safety risks. So organisers have been working hard to secure a new location at Tui Ridge, where the Middle Distance event will now take place. This new venue change has rearranged the event […]

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. We expect competitive fields that will suit experienced and competitive athletes. […]

The Great Forest Rogaine is back for 2024 – starting from a new mystery location but still promising an awesome day out in Whakarewarewa Forest! 3 and 6 hour rogaine events with Foot and MTB options.  Get together a group of friends or family for a great adventure – you are guaranteed to go places […]