Show off your customised 4x4 and turn heads at the Lucas Creek Show Shine & Flex Comp, part of the NZ Fishing, Hunting & 4x4 Expo in Rotorua from 22–24 August 2025. Whether you're a seasoned off-roader or just starting out, this is your chance to be part of the action and share your build with like-minded folks.

From bush-ready beasts to tidy, practical builds, there’s a category for every kind of 4x4. Get amongst it and you could take home epic prizes, gear, and serious bragging rights.

LUCAS CREEK SHOW SHINE & FLEX COMP

It doesn’t matter if you're lining up for flex bragging rights or showcasing a well-thought-out build, we've got a category for you. The Lucas Creek Show, Shine & Flex Comp is all about celebrating the different ways people approach their 4x4 setups – from hardcore off-roaders to purpose-built daily drivers.

CHECK OUT THE CATEGORIES BELOW AND SEE WHERE YOUR RIG FITS.

Flex Comp Categories

These rigs will be tested on our custom ramp and judged on capability and flex across these three categories:

  • Bush Truck – non-road legal, extreme off-road machines

  • IFS (Independent Front Suspension) – practical and modified

  • Coil/Spring – solid axle, coil spring setups (no IFS)

Each Flex Comp category winner will receive:

  • Trophy

  • Lucas Creek & Kiwi4WD merch pack

  • $500 Lucas Creek voucher

  • Sponsor product packs (where available)

Show & Shine – Ultimate 4x4

This one’s all about the full package: practicality, purpose, and good clean mahi.

Winner will receive:

  • Trophy

  • Lucas Creek & Kiwi4WD merch pack

  • $700 Lucas Creek voucher

  • Bonus gear from exhibitors (TBC)

People’s Choice Award

This is the crowd favourite – judged by the public online or in person.

Winner will receive:

  • Sponsor-branded prize pack (details coming soon).

All Categories Prize Notes:

  • One prize per entrant to help keep it fair.

  • If someone wins multiple categories, the top result stands – the next best in line will get the other prize.

  • Judges’ decisions are final.

Term and Conditions of Entry

All entrants must read and agree to the following conditions before participating. These conditions are in place to ensure the safety of all participants, attendees and staff throughout the event. You can check them out here or on your entry form.