THE REBEL RIDE
A self-supported, bike-packing adventure
for women in Aotearoa / New Zealand
The Rebel Ride is a bike-packing event designed by women for women.
You determine your own start day and the distance you bike each day.
Finish together on Sunday and celebrate with others who rode.
It's the perfect opportunity to try an overnight bike adventure in a supportive environment.
Registration is by way of donation to local trails.
South Island Event: Central Otago loop starting in Cromwell
December Thursday 4 - Sunday 7 2025
Registrations will open late August.
Start and end point: Cromwell
Approx route distance: 306km / Approx route elevation: 3600m
North Island Event: Kirikiriroa / Hamilton to Taupō
The North Island event is taking a break for 2025.
Starting in Kirikiriroa / Hamilton and following the Te Awa River Ride, Waikato River Trails and Great Lake Trails to Taupō. The route is approx 210km with around 2900ms of climbing.
Please join the mailing list to be advised of future rides.