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Came up Puriri, walked to Lowry and back via Broad Gully on 10 December. Lowry track was in generally good condition though in some places it is a bit hard to see where the track leads, particularly on the bits with tree roots. A few patches of mud, reasonably easily negotiable on foot as long as you don't mind a bit of mud and damp on your boots, and there may be a bit more mud still as there has been some rain since. Generally an enjoyable trip through this lovely area. Don't expect to see much at the actual summit though, apparently there was a sign but it's gone so all you will see is a pipe in the middle of the track! If you want a view you will have to move along track a bit or go down to the start of Ferry Road track.

robnzh, 16 Dec 2011

In really good shape at the moment, dry, which means you can ride up a fair bit of the technical stuff.

monty, 15 Jan 2010

Don't be put off by the Overview description, the single track descent down Rata Ridge more than make up for the Lowery bay climb. Great views too. Good intermediate skills and fitness recommended. Take at least 1.5l of water on a hot day.

kiwi_zg, 11 Jan 2010

The short section between Puriri and Broad Gully is dry, with lots of exposed tree roots, a few ruts, and plenty of crunchy leaves. A couple of stepped sections are developing bypasses that look steep but ridable.

Ian, 2 Jan 2010

Good technical climb. Agree that its difficult however there is a good length of undulating terrain in the climb for interest. Very dry at present. Watch where you leak, many walkers.

sam, 10 Aug 2009