The Pump Track Race is an opportunity for kids aged 8 – 12 years to test their skills in a race environment and on a world class pump track.

A sell out event annually since 2020, the action heats up again as the Groms hit the track in a race designed to mirror the Crankworx Rotorua Pump Track Challenge. Head-to-head competition will see the fastest 16 of each age group advance to dual elimination. Rounds whittle the field to eight, then four, before the final two competitors step up to the line to decide who will take home the crown.

This is a competitive event, for children born 2014 to 2018. Ages for Kidsworx Events will be recorded as age at 31st December 2026.

PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU ENTER THE PUMP TRACK RACE EVENT YOU ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ANY CHALLENGE EVENT.

Event Entry: Spaces are limited, so you will need to pre-register.

DATE: 12th March 2026

TIME: 3:30pm – 6:30pm

LOCATION: Skyline Rotorua

CHECK IN: TBD

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 8 – 10 boys (Born 2016 to 2018) 
• Age 8 – 10 girls (Born 2016 to 2018)  
• Age 11 – 12 boys (Born 2014 to 2015) 
• Age 11 – 12 girls (Born 2014 to 2015) 

(Where minimum numbers are not reached, amalgamations will be made).

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

PRIZES: Crankworx Rotorua podium medals will be awarded.

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.

Format:

PRACTICE: Once you have your plate on your bike, head through the main gates at Crankworx and head to the pump track. There is strictly 1 hour for practice. Riders will receive at least one practice run on each side of the track.

TIMED TRIALS: All riders will complete a time trial (TT) on one side of the track. This will then seed the competitors for the elimination rounds.

ELIMINATION ROUNDS: Riders will go head-to-head with another rider, racing both sides of the course for a combined time. Only the fastest advances.

RACE STRUCTURE:

1. Time trial (seeding)
2. Round of 16 (number dependent)
3. Quarter Finals
4. Semi Finals 
5. Small Finals 
6. Finals

Rules:

• This is a competitive event.
• It is not mandatory for chains to be removed.
• All bikes must be fit-for-purpose and in good working condition.
• All bikes must have an operational front or rear brake. BMX Bikes are permitted.
• By New Zealand law, all riders must have an Aus/NZ approved helmet on, at all times when riding a bike, with the chin strap done up. Failure to wear a helmet may result in a DQ.
• Elbow and knee protection is highly recommended.
• Back protection and a full-face helmet are optional (but recommended).
• There will be NO protest heard for this event.

Please note: All participants and spectating family members must have a general admission ticket to Crankworx Rotorua.