ENTRY FORM - SUZUKI DESERT STORM 9-10 MAY 2015
FILL OUT ONE ENTRY PER RIDER! ONLY FAMILIES MAY USE ONE FORM! PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY.
RIDER DETAILS
Surname
Rider 1. FIRST NAME:
BIKE:
AGE:
Family member Rider 2. FIRST NAME:
BIKE:
AGE:
Family member Rider 3. FIRST NAME:
BIKE:
AGE:
Family member Rider 4. FIRST NAME:
BIKE:
AGE:
E-mail
Phone Daytime Phone Mobile
Emergency contact person
NAME:PHONE:
ORDER FORM: Please circle appropriate items, add the quantity required, then add up the total to pay.
Item
Fee
Quantity
Subtotal
RIDE FEES
Ride fee Adult Weekend
$125
Ride fee Adult Saturday
$70
Ride fee Adult Sunday
$70
Ride fee Child/Under 15 Weekend
$65
Ride fee Child/Under 15 Saturday
$40
Ride fee Child/Under 15 Sunday
$40
MERCHANDISING orders close Tuesday 28th April
Fire Extinguisher order. 0.3 litre (Small extinguisher compulsory for red arrowed tracks).
$30
Tee shirt. Adult Unisex sizes S, M, L, XL, 2XL. Circle.
$35
MEALS orders close Tuesday 28th April
FRIDAY DINNER BBQ: Steak, Sausage, onions, egg, potato salad, green salad, beetroot. Bean salad. Bread roll n butter x 2,
cheesecake, fruit salad, cream.
$20
SATURDAY BREAKFAST: Bacon, saveloys, scrambled eggs, baked beans, 3 varieties cereal, toast & spreads, tea, coffee, milo
$10
SATURDAY PACKED LUNCH: Sandwich (pack of 2), 1 bottle water, 1 piece fruit, 1 Le-snack, 1 bag potato chips, 1 muffin.
$10
SATURDAY DINNER: Roast chicken ¼ with gravy, jacket potatoes, peas & corn, honey glazed carrots, coleslaw, green salad,
bread n butter x 2, pavlova, fruit salad and cream.
$20
SUNDAY BREAKFAST: Bacon, saveloys, spaghetti, scrambled eggs, 3 varieties cereal, toast & spreads, tea, coffee, milo
$10
SUNDAY PACKED LUNCH: Sandwich (pack of 2), 1 bottle water, 1 piece fruit, 1 muslei bar, 1 bag potato chips, 1 cake slice.
$10
TOTAL FEE ENCLOSED
2015 DESERT STORM
MERCHANDISE
T-Shirt $35,
Please choose your size carefully
DISCLAIMER
I understand that participating in Suzuki Desert Storm 9-10 May 2015 is potentially hazardous, and that I should not enter and participate unless I am medically able. In
consideration of the acceptance of this entry, I assume full and complete responsibility for any injury or accident which may occur while I am travelling to or from the event,
during the event, or while I am on the premises of the event. I also am aware of and assume all risks associated with participating in this event, including but not limited
to falls, contact with other participants, effect of weather, traffic, and conditions of the road. I, for myself and my heirs and executors, hereby waive, release and forever
discharge the event organizers, sponsors, promoters, Epic Events and each of their agents, representatives, successors and assigns, and all other persons associated
with the event, for all my liabilities, claims, actions, or damages that I may have against them arising out of or in any way connected with my participation in this event. I
understand that this waiver includes any claims, whether caused by negligence, the action or inaction of any of the above parties, or otherwise.
SIGNATURE: __________________________________ (Parent/Guardian to sign if under 16)
REFUNDS POLICY
PAYMENT
Website entry
You can enter and pay online at www.epicevents.co.nz
using a credit card
Postal entry
Make cheques payable to ‘Epic Events’. Post to Desert
Storm, PO Box 1465, Taupo.
Entries close
Postal and online entries close Tuesday 28th April.
Queries phone Claire 0275 1444 19
Acceptance
Treat all entries as accepted. If entries are full, a notice will
be placed on www.epicevents.co.nz Anyone who enters
after entries are full will be advised and refunded.
Whilst absolutely every effort will be made to run Suzuki Desert Storm,
it is possible that all or part of the event may have to be cancelled at
any stage. If the event is cancelled by the Organisers, then no refunds
will be given prior to, during or after the event. The only circumstance
that a rider will be given a refund is if the rider finds they cannot attend
the event for medical or similar reason up to 10 days prior to Desert
Storm. If Desert Storm is not able to be held 9-10 May 2015, then it
will be postponed to 14-15 November 2015. Force Majure Under no
circumstances shall Epic Events be held liable for any delay or failure in
performance resulting directly or indirectly from acts of nature, forces or
causes beyond its reasonable control including without limitation; fires,
flood, storms, explosion, acts of God, war, governmental actions or nonperformance by third parties.
GENERAL INFORMATION: SUZUKI DESERT STORM 9-10 MAY 2015
VENUE
Karioi Station Road, Karioi Forest, State Highway 49, Ohakune. Event base is located off
SH49 about half way between Ohakune and Waiouru. Look for, large Epic Events signs
and orange arrows on SH49.
SUITABLE FOR
This ride takes place in an alpine environment which can be harsh in wet or snowy
conditions. Children and Novice riders must be accompanied by an experienced Adult if
riding the main trails. ATV’s are welcome. No pillions!
TRACKS
SATURDAY
Long trail (63km). Middle trail (20km). Novice trail (6km). Kids grass track (1km).
Kids Forest trail (1km). Practice Enduro X track.
TRACKS SUNDAY New Long trail (53km). Plus all of Saturday’s trails open.
TRACK
DESCRIPTION
The tracks are not difficult. There will be NOVICE OPTIONS for any tough sections. Both
Long trails have 1/3rd & 2/3rd short cuts. All trails were graded early so will be very
settled. There are NEW trails for 2015. Tracks open from 9am until 3pm.
CAMPSITE
The vehicle height restriction is 4.25 metres to fit under the railway power lines.
Campervans and buses are welcome. Campsite has marquee, toilets, hot showers and
separate quiet and noisy camping zones. No dogs allowed. Open from 3pm.
BRIEFING
RULES
FIRES
FUEL
CATERING
MECHANICAL
RIDING GEAR
ENDURO X RACE Enduro Cross Race - Open to riders 16 years or over. Enter on the day by 2.00pm at the
registration desk. Heats start 3.00pm Saturday. Race till dark! Great prizes. Awesome
entertainment! Enter on the day by 2.00pm. at the registration desk in the main marquee.
ENTERTAINMENT Music and entertainment will take place from 7.30pm inside the marquee
TV ZONE
Dirt Riding DVD’s playing all day.
INFORMATION
General enquiries: Contact Claire Bullock 0275 1444 19 or Gordon Sandilands
0275 1444 18
WARNING
Take extreme care when crossing the rail way lines into the event. There are
at least 2 to cross!
SCHEDULE: Suzuki Desert Storm 9-10 May 2015
TUESDAY 28th APRIL
9.00pm
Meal and Merchandise orders close
TUESDAY 28th APRIL
9.00pm
Entries close
FRIDAY 8th MAY
3.00pm
Event base open
There are significant risks involved in trail riding so all riders must obey the Epic Events
Trail Ride Rules for Riders. (See www.epicevents.co.nz) as well as specific Desert
Storm rules including no dogs or drugs on site.
5.30pm
Registration open
6.30pm
Dinner
7.30pm
Dinner closes
Small contained fires in braziers are permitted in camping area. There is no smoking in
the forest due to the high fire risk.
9.00pm
Registration closes
7.00am
Breakfast
7.30am
Registration open
8.00am
Breakfast ends
9.00am
Tracks open
3.00pm
Tracks close
3.00pm
Enduro X Racing begins
5.30pm
Dinner Opens
7.00pm
Dinner closes
7.00am
Breakfast
7.30am
Registration open
8.00am
Breakfast ends
9.00am
Tracks open
3.00pm
Tracks close
There is no mass verbal briefing, however all riders must read and/or understand, the
written briefing given out.
The maximum trail length will be 65km. (Including expert sections). There is no fuel
stop. Some riders may need to take some spare fuel. The closest Petrol Stations are in
Waiouru and Ohukune (20 mins away)
SATURDAY 9th MAY
Pre-ordered meals will be served in the main marquee. Please see the schedule for
times. Espresso coffee, cold drinks and casual food will be available for purchase at the
vendors stalls.
MotoSR will have mechanics on site to provide a mechanical service. There will be
limited parts and accessories available to buy. Note this is not a full motorcycle shop
and normal charges for labour apply.
Compulsory items: motorcycle helmet, leather boots, long trousers & long sleeved top.
Recommended items: Gloves, goggles, body armour, polypropylene thermal clothing
and rain jacket. It can get extremely cold we strongly suggest that you carry additional
clothing. Not allowed: No Short sleeves. No gumboots, except for Mini riders on the
Mini tracks.
FIRE
All Adult riders riding the red arrowed trails must carry a fire extinguisher
EXTINGUISHERS 0.3 litre size minimum! Riders on kids and novice tracks do not need extinguishers.
This is a forestry requirement and will be strictly enforced. Extinguishers available at
$30.00 each
Entertainment
SUNDAY 10th MAY
Tracks may close early if necessary. No sign out necessary.