Kayley McMillan during the Te Miro Twister
Tucked away between Cambridge and Morrinsville, the rural Te Miro Mountain Bike Park continues to grow as a hub for riders of all ages and abilities.
Run volunteers, the club has more than 490 members and a trail network that ranges from beginner-friendly rides to extreme downhill tracks, helping develop both new and elite riders.
The Te Miro club’s events organiser Linley McMillan. Photo: Nanette Climo
The park recently introduced a new DropZone skills area, built by Dialled MTB Coaching, to help riders refine technique and build confidence.
Dialled MTB Coaching also runs clinics at the park, helping both children and adults develop their skills before heading onto the trails.
Club chairman Peter Neil said the diversity of the park is what makes it special.
“While Te Miro MTB Park is small, we offer trails for all abilities and interests.
“We have easy wide trails for beginners, technical trails for adventurous riders through to full on jump trails for adrenalin seekers.”
Rider Kayley McMillan, daughter of events organiser Linley McMillan, continues to dominate both nationally and internationally.
Waikato Schools Cross Country Championships hosted at Te Miro. Photo: Nanette Climo
Kayley recently claimed the Oceania Under-19 Cross Country Championship title and secured multiple wins in the Oceania Mountain Bike Continental Series.
She has built a reputation for winning across a wide range of events.
Linley is widely regarded as one of the key forces behind the club’s success.
Her work helps ensure events run smoothly and riders of all levels feel welcome.
Another standout rider from Te Miro is James Climo, a seven-time New Zealand CX/XC National Champion and a three-time XCO National Series Champion.
He recently also secured wins in the Oceania Mountain Bike Continental Series and has built an impressive resume.
James Climo at from the Te Miro Twister last year. Photo: Nanette Climo
His mother Nanette Climo, owner of NCP Photography, is another familiar face at Te Miro.
She also supports other clubs around the region, photographing events to promote the sport.
The club is focused on the future and continuing to grow opportunities for riders.
Te Miro recently hosted more than 400 children at the Waikato Schools Cross Country Championships.
Having hundreds of young riders on the course was a proud moment for the club and a sign that the future of the sport is bright.
The park has just launched a new Te Miro Triple downhill event to its calendar.
Peter Neil said the strength of the Te Miro club lies in its people, the passionate volunteers.
“The awesome thing about the club are our members and our supporting community. Any time we need help with a project or maintenance we have no shortage of organizations that are willing to contribute to get the job done.”
Kayley McMillan during the Te Miro Twister last year. Photo: Nanette Climo
