A Swiss Meuller system with a vertical rise of 178.5m is capable of carrying 500 people an hour in four seater cabins. The system is driven by an electric motor with a diesel auxiliary. The luge is a one kilometre long gravity ride. The three wheeled luge cart has a unique breaking and steering system which allows the rider to travel as fast as they dare. Two separate sealed tracks cater for both the thrill seeker and the less adventurous rider.
Riders return to the top of the luge on a specially designed chairlift.
A 600m long ride designed similar to a Flying Fox. Seats are provided for those who wish to linger and take in the panoramic scenery. Not only is Skyrides one of New Zealand's leading visitor attractions, it is a major conference destination too.