The Invitational AirDH is an opportunity for kids aged 10 to 12 years to be invited to compete in the AirDH on Mr. Black at Skyline.

Please note: this event is INVITATIONAL only. You must follow the criteria below to be considered for entry into this event.

All ages will be recorded as at 31st December 2026.

The Invitational AirDH is a competitive downhill event for children born between 2014 to 2016.

COURSE INFORMATION: This race steps up in difficulty and competition from the Hucks and Hooves Downhill and is designed to challenge even the most competent young shredders as they join all the other athletes from the older categories on Mr. Black.

PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU ARE INVITED TO ENTER THE INVITATIONAL AIR DH RACE EVENT YOU ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ANY PARTICIPATION EVENT.

Event Entry: Spaces are offered on an invite only basis and are extremely limited. Please follow the criteria below to be considered for an invitation.

LOCATION: Skyline Rotorua

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Please note: Due to the complexities of the number of events taking place and the reliance on weather, the schedule is subject to change.

CATEGORIES:

• Age 10 – 12 boys (Born 2014 to 2016)  
• Age 10 – 12 girls (Born 2014 to 2016)

Please note: proof of birth may be requested by race officials.

APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION: 

Date: Tuesday 13th January 2026 @ 10:00am NZDT

APPLICATION CRITERIA: 

*Riders must register on the Invitational Air DH waitlist for their age/gender category to be considered for the Invitational Process, they will then be invited from this waitlist if successful – applications will NOT be considered if they are not registered on the waitlist but have submitted the below items – ALL parts must be complete.

*Riders must provide the below info in one email – all info and registration must be received before the application is considered complete.

– Name

– Gender

– DOB

– Previous Results 

– Video showing rider on Mr Black or similar

– Video showing rider on steep terrain

PLEASE EMAIL ALL INFORMATION ABOVE TO ROTORUAKIDSWORX@GMAIL.COM FOR YOUR OFFICIAL SUBMISSION.

COURSE
Kidsworx Invitational 10-12 competitors will race the same Mr. Black course as all the other categories.

PRIZES: Crankworx Rotorua podium medals will be awarded.

Event Information

RACE: The slowest seeded rider will start their race-run first, with pre-set intervals between each rider. If you miss your designated race time you may be disqualified.

Rules:

• This is a competitive event.
• All bikes must be fit-for-purpose and in good working condition.
• All bikes must have an operational front and rear brake. (No BMX Bikes)
• It is the responsibility of a rider to be at the start in time for their run. Failure to do this may result in a DQ.
• Rider are to self-load on to the gondola in an orderly fashion.
• There will be NO protest heard for this event.

PROTECTION RULES
Full face helmet (any certified 1 or 2-piece) is mandatory.

The following protective equipment is mandatory:

– Full face helmet (any certified 1 or 2-piece)
– Elbows/Forearm protection
– Knee/Shin protection
– Spinal/Shoulder protection
– Neck brace
– Full finger gloves (highly recommended)

CANCELLATION POLICY

All entry fees, are fully refundable for any reason up to 30 days prior to the official registration closing date.

All entry fees, are eligible for a 50% refund for any reason, up to the official registration closing date.

All entry fees are non-refundable or transferable after the registration deadline of Sunday 8th March 2026 at 11:59pm (even in the case of injury or mechanical problems). After this deadline, no refunds will be issued except where required by the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 or other applicable law.

If the Event is cancelled in full and not rescheduled, you may be entitled to a refund or credit in accordance with applicable law.

Refund requests must be received in writing to nzathletes@crankworx.com.

ENTRY FEE
$132.83 NZD (including GST) for 2026.

START LIST
Start List will be published the night before the race. Copies will also be posted in the Registration Office (Skyline Management building)

COURSE
Mr. Black in Skyline Rotorua Gravity Park

Kidsworx Invitational 10-12 competitors will race the same Mr. Black course as all the other categories.

Contact for more information: rotoruakidsworx@gmail.com or visit the Athlete Info page.