SATURDAY 10 MARCH 2012

Reserve Day Sunday 11 March 2012

Start and Finish

• Start: Fern Burn, near 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: 15 Feb 2012 @5pm
• Rego: Fri 9 March 2012 from 5.30pm at Wanaka - click here for more details

Race Day Timing

• Registration: 5am-5:45am Fern Burn carpark
• Shuttle Times: 5am-5:30am from Glendhu Bay Motor Camp to Fern Burn
• Race Briefing: 5.45am
• Race Start: 6am
• Sunrise: 8am
• Highland Hut Cut Off: 11am
• Rose's Hut Cut Off: 3pm
• Macetown Cut Off: 6pm
• Prize Giving: 5 - 6pm
• Sunset & Finish: 8pm

Race Records

• Open Male Team:7:25:06
• Open Mixed Team: 7:48:03
• Open Female Team: 8:56:43

For further details, click here

COURSE SAFETY

PERSONAL SAFETY

We go to great lengths to ensure this is as safe an event as possible but you also need to take responsibility for your own safety as there may not be someone nearby to immediately assist you if something goes wrong. You should be well informed, prepared and as self sufficient as possible. If you are expecting a water station or a medic every kilometre then this isn’t the event for you.

Compulsory Gear Checks

Gear Checks are compulsory for all Adventure Run competitors - ensure that you get your gear checked, carry it all and know how to use it. Gear Checks can only be completed between February 16 - March 8, 2012 at an official Motatapu store. To read about the compulsory gear checks in more detail click here. Spot checks will be preformed on event day (especially on place getters) to ensure people are carrying the compulsory gear at all times. Any infringement may result in disqualification or removal from the event.

Food and Drink

The water on the course is of good quality but is only located at huts or at the bottom of the valleys. You can fill up at the water spots indicated on the GPS course map. We recommend you carry a minimum of two litres of water as you will only be able to fill up your water approximately every two hours. If it's a hot day, do not underestimate the amount of water you need for this race!

You should also consume enough food get you through the event, either as snacks, energy gels or electrolyte drinks. Amounts and types required will depend on you, your metabolism and the conditions on the day - try various forms during training to figure out what suits you the best. We also recommend carrying a form of electrolyte replacement to pick you up towards the end of the race (e.g. Powerade, Coca Cola, Red Bull or chocolate-coated coffee beans) and carrying 24 hours worth of emergency rations in case of an emergency.

“Ensure you drink adequate fluids throughout the race to avoid getting cramps and headaches. There is not much we can do for cramps other than give you electrolytes to drink, which is why we recommend you carry your own. Please also note that too much fluid consumption can also cause issues. Plan and drink appropriately to suit both your needs and temperatures throughout race day” – Motatapu Medics

Music Players

iPods, MP3 Players, headphones etc are not allowed during the race & will result in disqualification. You must be able to hear what's around you at all times (eg. emergency vehicles moving around; competitors calling out “coming right” etc). Besides, this way you can tune into the amazing atmosphere surrounding this event!

Cut Off Times

Cut off times have been put in place to ensure the safety of all and to ensure that everyone completes the event well before dark.

Inability to Complete the Race

Our Check Point marshalls are there to ensure that all competitors are fit and able to finish the course safely. Competitors have been turned back to Glendhu Bay over the years due to lack of fitness. If it is deemed by any of our staff or volunteers that you are not capable of finishing the course, we have the right to pull you out of the race.