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THE MAKAHIWI CHALLENGE 202627–28 February & 1 March 2026
📍 Waitangi Station – 33 Waitangi Access Rd, Taringamotu, Taumarunui
New Zealand’s only multi-day endurance ride
Ride the same horse over three days and complete a total distance of:
Classes available:
• 200km Enduro
• 120km Enduro
• 120km Ride to Time (RTT)
• 60km Ride to Time (RTT)
Qualifying rides are also available: 20km, 40km & 80km
NEW: 5km RTT lead rein class for our up-and-coming endurance legends.
Event highlights:
• Stunning Waitangi Station terrain
• Overnight camping available
• Nightly socialising
• Shopping village
• Ice cream & Donuts
• Best dressed horse & Rider
• Prizegiving and catered dinner
Event #2 of The Big Three – 200km
Proudly sponsored by Leon Liversage Trail Rider
Entries close Friday 20 February 2026
Enter via EvoEvents: https://www.evoevents.co.nz/enterEvent/2135888099/
Flyer here: https://www.sporty.co.nz/asset/downloadasset?id=98498346-41c7-402a-b4ca-5b22d7a33853
We can't wait for another fantastic Multi Day Challenge!
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
33 Waitangi Access Rd, Taringamotu 3994, New Zealand, Taupo, New Zealand
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