SATURDAY 10 MARCH 2012

Reserve Day Sunday 11 March 2012

Start and Finish

• Start: Motatapu Station near Glendhu Bay, Wanaka
• End: Butlers Green, Arrowtown

Key Dates

• Race Day: Sat 10 March 2012
• Reserve Day: Sun 11 March 2012
• Entries Open: 1 July 2011 @ 9am
• Entries closed: 15 Feb 2012 @5pm
• Entry Transfers/Changes Close: Wed 15 Feb 2012 @ 5pm

Entry Fee

• Adult: $140

Race Day Timing

• Free shuttle from Glendhu Bay to the start line: 6am-7am
• Registration: 6:15am-7:45am @ the start line (Motatapu Station)
• Briefing: 7.50am
• Runners Start: 8am
• Walkers Start: 8.05am
• Cut Off at Aid Station 2: 12pm
• Prize Giving: Approximately 3pm
  

Race Records

• Male: John Winsbury 2.38.13
• Female: Sarah Coghlan 3.19.48
• For further records, click here.

COMPETING

POTENTIAL HAZARDS

As this is a wilderness event there are numerous hazards, too many for us to possibly mark them all! Any adverse course conditions will be updated during the compulsory competitor briefings, but you should be aware of the following markings and/or existing hazards regardless:

Oncoming Vehicles

As there are no road closures on the course normal road rules apply throughout, meaning that slower traffic should move to the left to let faster traffic pass on the right. Emergency vehicles are constantly moving around so competitors should expect oncoming vehicles at any time (eg. 4WDs, trail bikes, mountain bikes).

Other Competitors

It is highly likely that you will encounter other runners and mountain bikers at some stage during the course. In these instances normal road rules apply - those in front have right of way and overtaking must be done on the right. If you wish to pass someone please shout "coming right" as far in advance as you can.

Soho Descent

The Soho Descent section is very steep and fast for mountain bikers - please remain alert and keep to the left at all times. Most bikers will try and let you know of their intention to pass, but as they are moving much more rapidly it may feel like they didn't give you much notice - this is why we recommend remaining alert and keeping to the left at all times.

Macetown Track

This narrow 4WD road has a steep 400m drop-off to the river on runner’s right. Going over the edge could result in major injury, or possibly even death. Where possible, stay left at all times.

River Crossings

There are numerous creek & river crossings throughout the course, the majority being towards the finish line. Depending on recent rainfall stream levels can vary, sometimes reaching up to waist deep in places. The shallowest spot to cross is generally downstream of the intersection. If heavy rain results in any rivers becoming un-crossable, an alternative high water route will be used over the last few kilometres. If required, marshalls will direct runners accordingly.

Alpine Conditions

You are competing in a mountain environment and the weather conditions are subject to change at any time. It has been both sweltering hot and freezing cold in this area during March so you should be prepared for all conditions, including snow, due to the high elevation of this event.

Hunger and Dehydration

You are responsible for your own personal safety. On a hot summer’s day, many competitors have suffered from dehydration due to the exposure and lack of shade on the course. Be sure to stay hydrated and well fed throughout the course.