Season Membership 2026-2027 Information and registration
Become a member of AKDH today!
Yes, we know the new park isn't quite ready to ride, but thanks to our support crew and past dig days, the main downhill line is really starting to take shape. Professional trail building with Southstar Trails starts early November 2026, so there's a chance of some sneak-peek rides before the end of the year.
To be blunt, we need your support right now (aka moola, dosh, dinero, cash) to speed up trail development. Every membership dollar goes straight into building the tracks.
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✦ SIGN UP NOW, GET THE REST OF 2026 FREE
Memberships now run on the calendar year, 1 January to 31 December. Join now and you're a member straight away, through to 31 December 2027. The rest of 2026 is on us.
Not with a club yet? Sign up now and you can select AKDH as your affiliated club.
Early bird price: $50 per person (all ages), available until 31 December 2026.
From 1 January 2027, membership fees are likely to increase.
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✪ WHAT YOU GET
▸ Race entry. To enter most races and events you need to be a member of an MTB club. If you don't belong to one yet, joining AKDH gets you racing straight away.
▸ Access to the park and our trails once they open
▸ Entry to our club-run shuttle days
▸ Knowing you're helping build Auckland's next downhill park
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✎ REGISTRATION
When you register, you'll be able to:
▸ Enter primary and emergency contact details. The primary contact must be 18 or over, so kids, you'll need a parent or guardian to sign you up.
▸ Register one or more riders (parents and guardians too)
▸ Join our awesome team of volunteers (optional, but hugely rewarding)
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❖ PRE-EXISTING MEMBERSHIPS
We know many of you still had time left on your memberships when we left our old site at Kraack Road earlier than planned. We'll honour the remaining balance as credit towards shuttle days at our new park.
You'll still need to sign up for a new membership to ride and race with AKDH. Once shuttle days are ready to roll, we'll let you know how to use your credit. Credits will be valid until the last shuttle day prior to 31st December 2027.
Fees
- 50 Per Rider
- 60 Per Rider
We offer the following payment options:
Credit / Debit Card
| Auckland Downhill Mountain Bike Club would like to thank Edge Interiors for their sponsorship. | ||||||||||||
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Terms and conditions
- 1. MEMBERSHIP: Membership of Auckland Downhill Club Incorporated (the "Club") runs for the calendar year, 1 January to 31 December. Memberships purchased on or after 1 October 2026 cover the remainder of that year and the following calendar year. Membership is personal to each registered rider and cannot be transferred. By registering, I consent to becoming a member of the Club (or, for a child, consent on their behalf) and agree to abide by the Club's constitution and rules.
2. RISK AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY: I acknowledge that mountain biking, and downhill riding in particular, is an inherently dangerous sport with real and potentially serious consequences. I (as a rider, parent, or guardian) accept responsibility for the risks involved and understand that riding at the Club's park at Dome Valley and taking part in Club events and activities is at my own risk. I acknowledge that the Club is a volunteer-run organisation committed to growing the sport and supporting riders of all ages and genders.
To the extent permitted by law, on behalf of myself, my child(ren), and our representatives, I release the Club, its officers, organisers, volunteers, sponsors, and affiliates from liability for injury, loss, or damage arising from participation in any Club activity, including travel to and from events, whether as a rider, helper, or spectator.
3. HEALTH & SAFETY: I agree to wear a helmet at all times when riding at the Club's park and events. At Club-run events, I will wear the protective clothing and gear required for my age group under the MTB NZ technical regulations, and any additional protective gear requested by the Club or a Club official. I will follow Club rules, the directions of Club officials, and any event-specific terms and conditions of entry, and will obey the road rules when riding on public roads. I will disclose any medical condition that may affect my safety, or the safety of my child(ren), when registering, and keep this information up to date.
4. PARK ACCESS: The Club's park is on working forestry land, and access is subject to the landowner's conditions. I will only ride at the park when it is open to members, and will respect all trail closures, signage, and forestry operations. The access road off SH1 is a public road shared with neighbouring residents, and narrows to a single lane in places. When using this road, I will drive respectfully, keep left, have my headlights on, and drive no faster than 50 km/h. No private vehicles may enter the park without the Club's authorisation. Even if the gate is open, I will not drive in, as it may be closed at any time. When parking on public roads, I will do so without impeding other vehicles. Failing to follow these access rules may result in my membership being suspended or cancelled.
5. CONDUCT: I agree to treat other riders, volunteers, officials, landowners, and the public with respect. The Committee may suspend or cancel the membership of anyone whose behaviour puts others at risk or brings the Club into disrepute, in line with the Club's constitution.
6. PRIVACY: I consent to the Club collecting, using, and disclosing my information for purposes related to my membership, including maintaining membership records, contacting me, managing emergencies, and letting me know about events that may interest me. My information is held on the Club's membership platform (Majestri) and is available to the Club committee. It may also be shared with coaching staff and officials for health and safety purposes, and with external organisations where this benefits me as a member, such as for race registration. I can request access to, or correction of, my information by emailing info@akdh.co.nz. This consent is given under the Privacy Act 2020.
7. MEDIA: I consent to photos and video of myself and/or my registered family members, taken at Club events and activities, being used on the Club's website and social media. I can ask for an image to be removed by emailing info@akdh.co.nz.
8. CORRESPONDENCE: I consent to receiving electronic messages from the Club, including news, events, and information from Club sponsors, in line with the Unsolicited Electronic Messages Act 2007. I can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email.
9. PAYMENT: Membership fees must be paid in full at registration. Fees for shuttle days and other Club events are set out in each event's registration details and must be paid before the event, unless the Committee approves other arrangements. The Club may withhold participation in rides, events, or activities until any outstanding fees are paid.
10. REFUNDS: Membership fees can be refunded in full (less any transaction fees) if requested within 7 days of joining. After that, membership fees are non-refundable, except at the Committee's discretion in exceptional circumstances such as serious illness or injury. Refunds for shuttle days and events are set out in each event's terms. Credits issued for unused memberships from our previous site at Kraack Road have no cash value, cannot be transferred, can only be used towards Club shuttle days, and must be used by 31 December 2027. All refund requests must be made in writing to info@akdh.co.nz.
11. CHANGES TO THESE TERMS: The Club may update these Terms and Conditions from time to time. Changes will be communicated to members by email or other official Club channels. Continuing your membership after being notified of a change means you accept the updated terms. - NZ MTB GUIDELINES
I will respect the track, respect others and respect the rules.
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