SATURDAY 10 MARCH 2012

Reserve Day Sunday 11 March 2012

Start and Finish

• Start: 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
• Refunds Closed: 1 Dec 2011
• Entries Closed: 30 Jan 2012 - waitlist applies, email waitlist@iconicadventures.co.nz if you wish to be added to the waitlist.
• Entry Transfers/Changes Close:
  15 Feb 2012 @ 5pm

Entry Fees

• Adult: $140
• Junior (15-18): $95

Race Day Timing

• Registration: 8am-10:30am
• Briefing: 10:35-10:50am
• Elite Start: 11am
• Team Ricoh Start: 11:05am
• All other start times TBC
• Cut-Off at Aid Station 2: 3pm
• Prize Giving: Approximately 4pm

Race Records

• Male: Anton Cooper 1.48.43
• Female: Kath Kelly 2.20.05
• For further records & interesting stats, 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, letting 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 and always assume that they may not have heard you the first time. Bikers should be especially courteous to tired runners on the steep Soho Descent and the Macetown track sections.

Soho Descent

This descent is steep and fast so be sure to watch your speed and remain in control at all times. Normal road rules apply so, provided due warning has been given, slower riders and runners should move to left, letting faster competitors pass on the right. If you are tired or uncertain of the descent you may wish to walk your bike, being sure to stay to the left.

Macetown Track

This narrow 4WD road has a steep 400m drop-off to the river on rider’s right. Going over the edge could result in major injury, or possibly even death. Stay left, watch your speed and remain in control 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 you’re in any doubt or very tired, get off your bike and tread carefully as there may be loose, slippery rocks. 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 riders 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.

Minor Hazards

Loose grit and dirt throughout the course. Metal cattle stops should be crossed with your wheels perpendicular.