# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2026 East Coast Gravel presented by Specialized
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 13 Mar, 2026 at 10:00 pm
- **Event Description**: After the success of the inaugural event in 2025, Muddy Gumboot Events is excited to deliver the 2026 edition of East Coast Gravel presented by Specialized.

Based in North Canterbury, ECG starts in Cheviot and heads to the coastline before turning south. Travelling through Gore Bay, riders will then cross over the Hurunui River mouth and along undulating terrain towards Motunau before doing a loop and returning north again, crossing the same terrain in the opposite direction, finishing back in Cheviot.

The course boasts 56% of glorious gravel roads over 118km, with 1600m of elevation gain over the undulating North Canterbury coastal roads. ECG is the perfect blend of unknown roads, stunning vistas and the crunch of gravel underneath your tyres.
Gravel is the hottest new form of racing globally and is beginning to take off around New Zealand. ECG represents the synergy between all cycling disciplines and rewards riders who have great base fitness and strong bike handling skills. At the same time, the event has been curated so that anyone is able to have a go and have a great day on two wheels.

Entries are open now over on our website. All the details you need to enter can be found on our website (www.muddygumbootevents.com/ecg) or by clicking the ticket link below.

Entry fee is $150 per person*
* Late entry pricing of $180 per person applies from 11:59pm Sunday 1st March 2026.

Entires close midnight 8th March 2026.

We look forward to welcoming you back to the 2026 edition of the event!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hanmer-springs/2026-east-coast-gravel-presented-by-specialized/200028966369117
- **Event Categories**: sports, trips-adventures, cycling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 104

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Hanmer Springs
- **state**: CA
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: Cheviot Area School
- **lat**: -42.81224
- **long**: 173.27465
- **full address**: Cheviot Area School, 36 Hall Street,Cheviot, New Zealand, Hanmer Springs

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 2026 East Coast Gravel presented by Specialized being held?
  - **A:** 2026 East Coast Gravel presented by Specialized takes place on Fri, 13 Mar, 2026 at 10:00 pm to Fri, 13 Mar, 2026 at 10:00 pm at Cheviot Area School, 36 Hall Street,Cheviot, New Zealand, Hanmer Springs.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 East Coast Gravel presented by Specialized?
  - **A:** 2026 East Coast Gravel presented by Specialized is organized by Muddy Gumboot Events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 2026 East Coast Gravel presented by Specialized is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Hanmer Springs, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 100+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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