TUSSOCK BUSTER
ENTRIES OPEN SOON
T
he Tussock Buster is one of the best annual
multi-day events on the trail ride calendar
and entries for this summer’s event open
on December 20. The Tussock Buster is the
largest participation motorsport event in NZ
– last year over 2600 riders took on 295km
of track over the two days, thanks to an army of
70 helpers. The 2018 event will take place over the
weekend of March 23-25 and offers stunning riding
and views on military land in the central plateau.
This is an event that’s suitable for the whole
family with a huge number of trail options
including those suitable for bikes 85cc and
over, as well as a designated kids’ track
for mini-riders on bikes under 85cc.
KR contributor Mark Whyte had this to say about
the 2016 event, “I believe the team at Off Limits,
which organises this event, keeps improving it
every year and it is a ride that every trail rider
should put on their calendar as a must-do event.
The fact that only one rider out of 2600 needed
a hospital trip is testimony to the quality of the
event. I can’t wait to go back and rip the tracks up
alongside the Desert Road – the ones that riders
wish they were riding every time they drive through
the central plateau in their cars! See you there.”
Early entry fees start from $45 for the half day
on Friday, to $135 for the full 2.5 days. Camping
is available for 800 people, while various lodging
options can be found in Waiouru, Ohakune,
Taihape and Turangi. Hearty cooked meals
will be available onsite for the duration.
Head to https://offlimits.co.nz/event/tussock-buster/2018-03-23/
for entry and event information
22 KIWI RIDER