New Zealand Mountain Bike Trail Builders Handbook

The concise 32 page printed handbook

A small handy 32 page handbook for trail builders wanting to build awesome trails from Grade (easiest) to Grade 6 (extreme). It is for use on the ground by trail builders as a trail is being built. The guide was produced by Recreation Aotearoa in collaboration with the Department of Conservation, New Zealand Cycle Trails, ACC and Sport New Zealand.

Also available as a free PDF download!

This handbook provides detailed and defined specifications for each of the six trail grades in Aotearoa New Zealand. Any organisation involved with building, grading or maintaining a trail is encouraged to use this handbook. Trail grade consistency around the country will help ensure a fun and safer riding experience. Trails that meet the grade guidelines will have fewer funding complications after construction.

This handbook is a concise distillation of the larger and more detailed New Zealand Mountain Bike Trail Design Guidelines. The Design Guide provide....