Teams from China, Japan, Canada and Australia have registered to be part of the inaugural Tour of New Zealand cycle race. These teams will ride alongside of a solid contingent of New Zealand teams to collectively ride from end-to-end of the country. Each team will have their own support crew and many small communities will benefit from the influx in visitors that the tour will bring.
The Tour of New Zealand is a unique concept where competitors can either ride from Cape Reinga to Wellington (770km) or from Bluff to Wellington (720km) over seven (7) days; before culminating with a criterium on the final day around the grounds of the Beehive (NZ Parliament).
This is an exceptional opportunity for international cycle groups to ride in a controlled community environment through some of the most stunning countryside in New Zealand. While this is an event for amateur / recreational cyclist the tour is structured with competitive elements for
those that wish to embrace the challenge. It will be exciting too to find the first Tour of New Zealand mens and womans Champion...an honour every competitive cyclist will dream to achieve.
"It is envisaged that some teams will be serious about chasing daily line honours, while others will participate at a more leisurely pace for the achievement of being part of the first even Tour of New Zealand" Race Director Peter Yarrell said. "Either way it will be a fantastic journey and a wonderful way to celebrate cycling, see our beautiful country and enjoy a sense of community".
For more information visit tourofnewzealand.co.nz.
