5 - 7 February 2026
Cambridge
The Elite Road National Championship Supported by GJ Gardner Homes is New Zealand’s premier national road cycling event, attracting New Zealand’s top professional and amateur road cyclists all vying for coveted National Jerseys.
A new and exciting addition in 2026 will be the Para Cycling Time Trial National Championships, creating an even more inclusive event that celebrates athletic achievement across the full spectrum of New Zealand cycling talent.
This event will take place on 5 - 7 February 2026 in Cambridge, hosted by Te Awamutu Cycling Club. The event will include a Time Trial and Road Race National Championships.
The 2027 Championship will also be held in the Waikato Region, hosted by Te Awamutu Cycling Club.
Event Information
FINAL EVENT INFO
Click here to read the important final event information that has been emailed to the competitors and officials - TBC
TECHNICAL GUIDE
Click here for the Tech Guide - at 8 January 2026
This includes all event information, including the event schedule, course information, lap information etc.
*Please note that this is subject to regular updates.
PROVISIONAL START LISTS
Click here to see the official entry list under the Event Communiques - TBC
Start lists will be posted after the Team Managers Meeting.
*Please note that this is subject to change.
SPORT INTEGRITY COMMISSION
The Sport Integrity Commission Te Kahu Raunui is dedicated to creating a safe, fair, and inclusive sport and recreation environment in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Let’s create a level playing field for everyone so we can all share positive experiences in our sport communities.
Learn more: sportintegrity.nz
RISK DISCLOSURE
Cycling New Zealand events involve inherent risks, and by participating, riders and caregivers acknowledge the possibility of injury from falls, collisions, environmental conditions, and other hazards despite all reasonable safety measures.
Entry Information
Click here to enter now.
Entries close midnight Sunday 18 January 2026.
ENTRY LIST
Click here to see the live entry list.
Please email [email protected] if you need to make any changes.
ENTRY FEES
For this event, we have obtained quotes for all expected expenses, and the current budget shows a forecast loss of $31,000 before additional costs such as livestreaming (estimated at a further $33,000). Due to this significant shortfall, we have had to increase entry fees to help offset the deficit. We are also seeking funding support to enable the event to reach a breakeven position.
Event/Category Early Bird Fee Standard Fee
Time Trial $120 $150
U19 Road Race $150 $180
Elite Road Race $200 $230
Early bird fees run until midnight Monday 1 December 2025.
ENTRY WITHDRAWS AND REFUNDS
Entries are not transferable.
Refunds may be available if a withdrawal is requested in writing prior to entries closing on Sunday 18 January 2026. If accepted a refund of the entry fee less a $25 admin fee will be applied.
Withdrawals submitted after entries have closed are not eligible for a refund.
Email: [email protected]
ENTRY TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Click here to view a copy of the event Terms and Conditions.
ENTRY ELIGIBILITY AND CRITERIA
U19 Category is for riders aged between 17 - 18 years as at 31 December 2026
U23 Category is for riders aged between 19 - 22 as at 31 December 2026
Elite Category is for riders aged 23 - 34 as at 31 December 2026
Riders older than 34 can opt to relinquish their Masters status for the entire 2026 licence year and then be eligible to compete. Contact [email protected] for further information.
All entries will be required to be approved by the representing club.
LICENCING
All riders, team managers and officials are required to hold a 2026 Cycling New Zealand Licence.
This event is the New Zealand Championships and entry is only open to NZL riders (as per your nationality with UCI).
If you hold a UCI licence from a different federation but your Nationality is stated as NZL, you are still able to race on this licence
Click here to purchase a Cycling New Zealand licence.
TEAMS
The event is restricted to NZL riders who form part of a New Zealand Club or New Zealand/UCI Registered Trade Team.
All trade teams must be fully paid for the 2026 period and registered by 31st December 2025.
All trade team members must also comply with individual licencing requirements.
Event Courses
Please read the Tech Guide for all the course maps, distances and lap information.
Vehicles
Team staff intending to follow a rider in the Time Trial, or Road Race, must register their vehicle by completing the online form here prior to Sunday 1 February 2026. Please note that spaces in the convoy are limited and teams may be asked to share a vehicle.
Team Cars for the Road Race who have registered includes:
Black Magic pb Tineli NZ Trade Team
Black Magic Women Cycling Club
Meridian Blue UCI CT
SD Worx Protime UCI WT
KMC Racing
*Please read further information about the vehicle/driver briefings in the Tech Guide.
Event Communiques
Event Communiques is the official distribution of event information. Please check here regularly for updated Communiques.
Team Managers
All Clubs/Trade Teams are required to nominate a Team Manager (can be a rider or non-rider).
Please email [email protected] to appoint your Team Manager.
Club/Trade Team | Name | Email / Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
Bike Manawatu | Georgia Simpson | [email protected]- 027 420 2370 | |
Black Magic pb Tineli (Trade Team) & Cycling Club Inc | Patrick Harvey & Tessa Jenkins | [email protected] 027 287 7420 [email protected]- 027 5500 227 | |
Burgos Burpellet BH | TBC | ||
Canterbury Track Cycling Inc | Hamish Ferguson | [email protected]- 027 221 1533 | |
Cuddon Cycling Marlborough | TBC | ||
Cycling Otago | Tracy Havard | [email protected] - 021 035 6602 | |
Cycling South Canterbury | TBC | ||
Cycling Southland | Tom Sexton | ||
Counties Manukau Cycling | TBC | ||
Doorman + Cycling Team | TBC | ||
EF Education-Oatly | TBC | ||
equipegroupamafdjunitedconti) | Reef Roberts | ||
FDJ United - Suez | Blair Taylor | ||
FMWC Societa Sportiva | Dave Gascoigne | [email protected]- 022 313 2566 | |
Hamilton City Cycling Club | TBC | ||
Hokitika Cycling Club | Sharlotte Lucas | ||
Jakroo Handsling Racing | Counties Manukau Cycling Manager | ||
Kapiti Cycling Club | TBC | ||
KMC Racing | Regan Hemming | [email protected] - 027 629 1855 | |
Lattitude Cycling Team | TBC | ||
Liv AlUla Jayco | Nicole Wyllie | ||
Meridian Bikebug | Patrick Harvey & Tessa Jenkins | ||
Modern Adventure Pro Cycling | TBC | ||
Morrinsville Wheelers | Michael Bland | [email protected] - 021 906 724 | |
NSN Cycling Team | Sam Bewley | ||
Pista Corsa | TBC | ||
Port Nicholson Poneke Cycling Club | Fiona Thomson | ||
Pringle Homes | TBC | ||
Proformance Racing | Nic Adams | [email protected]- 022 050 7337 | |
St George Continental Cycling Team | Tom Sexton | ||
Stonewood Homes | Amy Hollamby | ||
Tasman Wheelers | Warren Borlase | ||
Team Nice Metropole | Alex Guichard | ||
Team SD Worx - ProTime UCI WWT | Patrick Harvey & Tessa Jenkins | ||
Te Awamutu Sports Cycling Club | Blair Taylor | ||
U19 Academy Region Sud powered by Giant | Myles Dalton | ||
Whakatane Cycle Club | Antoine Collombet | [email protected] - 021 800 938 | |
Whangarei Marsden Wheelers Road Cycling Club | TBC | ||
Whoosh- NZ Cycling Project | James Canny | 027 311 8345 |
Event Rules
Click here for some helpful TT following rules.
Racing will be conducted under UCI regulations and Cycling New Zealand Road & Track racing rules.
SANCTIONS
The UCI scale of penalties will apply. Any fines issued are on the Team and are payable by the Team Manager to the Commissaires Secretary at the event or Clubs/Teams will be invoiced post event.
EQUIPMENT
Bicycles must conform with current UCI regulations.
RACE KIT
All riders must wear their approved Trade Team kit or Club Colours – skinsuit/jerseys and shorts. Shorts may display sponsors that are detailed on the rider’s racing licence. After 2024, Centre Kit will no longer be acceptable to race in after two years grace. Plain coloured kit will not be accepted. A start may be refused for any incorrectly attired rider. If you have any queries over this matter, please contact: [email protected]
Results
2025 Results
Time Trial
All Grades- Time Trial Final Results
Road Race
U19 Women - Final Results
U19 Men - Final Results
U23 & Elite Women - Final Results
U23 & Elite Men - Final Results
2024 Results
Time Trial
All Grades - All Time Trial Results
Road Race
U19 Women - Final Results
U19 Men- Final Results
U23 & Elite Women- Final Results
U23 & Elite Men- Final Results
2023 Results
Time Trial
Saturday Road Race
U19 Results, U23 & Elite Women Results
Sunday Road Race
2022 Results
Time Trial
Road Race
2021 Results
Time Trial
Road Race
All Elite & U23 Road Race Results
2020 Results
Time Trial
U23 Women's Time Trial Results
Elite Women's Time Trial Results
Elite Men's Time Trial Results
Road Race
Women's Elite & U23 Road Race Results
Men's Elite & U23 Road Race Results
2019 Results
Time Trial
U23 Women's Time Trial Results
Elite Women's Time Trial Results
Elite Men's Time Trial Results
Road Race
Women's Elite & U23 Road Race Results
Men's Elite & U23 Road Race Results
2018 Results
Time Trial
U23 Women's Time Trial Results
Elite Women's Time Trial Results
Elite Men's Time Trial Results
Road Race
Women's Elite & U23 Road Race Results
Men's Elite & U23 Road Race Results
2017 Results
Time Trial
U23 Women's Time Trial Results
Elite Women's Time Trial Results
Elite Men's Time Trial Results
Road Race
Women's Elite & U23 Road Race Results
Men's Elite & U23 Road Race Results
2016 Results
Time Trial
Elite Women's Time Trial Results
Elite Men's Time Trial Results
Road Race
Women's Elite Road Race Results
Men's Elite & U23 Road Race Results
2015 Results
Time Trial
Elite Women's Time Trial Results
Elite Men's Time Trial Results
Road Race
Women's Elite Road Race Results
Men's Elite & U23 Road Race Results
2014 Results
Time Trial
Elite Women's Time Trial Results
Elite Men's Time Trial Results
Road Race
Women's Elite Road Race Results
Men's Elite & U23 Road Race Results
Spectator Information & Social Media
SPECTATOR ZONES
Get amongst the spectator zones out on course! Find the information in the Tech Guide.
AT EVENT MEDIA
*Due to limited reception at the venue the quality of the Facebook live may be affected, we apologise for any inconvenience this causes.
LIVESTREAMING
For this event, we have obtained quotes for all expected expenses, and the current budget shows a forecast loss of $31,000 before additional costs such as livestreaming (estimated at a further $33,000). Due to this significant shortfall, we have had to increase entry fees to help offset the deficit. We are also seeking funding support to enable the event to reach a breakeven position.
We have made the decision to prioritise athlete, commissaire and spectator safety ahead of livestreaming. We would love to provide livestreaming but ultimately it would result in substantive event entry increases.
Supporters and Partners
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