Sunday 14 October saw a team of eager young men meet in front of the school and start the big trek north, loaded with eight mini bikes.

We arrived at the Picton camp ground in the afternoon and after setting up camp, headed into town for a dinner of fish and chips.

Monday morning was an early start as we had to catch the ferry at 7:00am; the crossing was a bit rough and a few boys felt what it was like to be sea sick for the first time. After leaving Wellington we went directly to the race track in Feilding where the bikes were scrutineered and locked away for the night.

Qualifying was first on the program on Tuesday followed by a series of races for all the different classes. After the day’s racing, bikes were serviced and locked away again ready for the final race day.

In the final races, we looked good for two podium placings but unfortunately Cadell lost his exhaust and had to stop whilst William had a mishap and took a tumble on one of the last bends.

Wednesday afternoon saw us heading back to Wellington so we could catch the ferry on Thursday morning and head for home.

A great experience was had by all and we look forward to next year with the hope of a few top 3 placings.