To give you the best chance at a win, the following categories may be formed for both male and female categories. However, a minimum of 4 riders must compete in a category in order for that category to form a podium and be awarded prizes.
| Event | Category | Age |
| MAX R&R | ||
| Open | 18-29 | |
| Veterans | 30-39 | |
| Masters | 40-49 | |
| Super Masters | 50-59 | |
| Grand Masters | 60+ | |
| R&R Max Duo – Male | 18+ | |
| R&R Max Duo Female | 18+ | |
| R&R Max Duo – Mixed | 18+ | |
| MINI R&R | ||
| Junior | 16-18 | |
| Open | 18-29 | |
| Veterans | 30-39 | |
| Masters | 40-49 | |
| Super Masters | 50-59 | |
| Grand Masters | 60+ | |
| R&R Mini Duo – Junior | 16-17 | |
| R&R Mini Duo – Male | 16+ | |
| R&R Mini Duo Female | 16+ | |
| R&R Mini Duo – Mixed | 16+ |
Note: All competitor ages are determined as at 30 June on the year of the event
Prizes
Note: Prizes will only be awarded to categories with a minimum of 4 riders competing.
Wild Horizons loves spot prizes for deeds done, unique circumstance etc. It is not just about rewarding the winners.
Key cash prizes are: $300 cash to the winning Male and $300 to the winning Female of both the MINI & MAX races.
1st / 2nd / 3rd Men and Women placegetters in all categories receive great gear prizes.