Race Info

The Rules

• Runners must finish the lap within 1 hour.
• The next lap starts on the hour every hour after that (signalled by the bell).
• Participants must be in the starting corral at the bell. NO late starts!
• Warning will be given 3, 2, and 1 minutes prior to the starting bell.
• Runners may not leave the course until each loop is completed (once the bell goes you must complete the loop before any support is given/taken.
• No support to be given/taken from anyone during the loop – no gear, food, or liquids. The only support allowed is a quick verbal encouragement as you pass by.
• No pacing.
• No artificial aids (including poles). Music is OK but please be aware of other runners.
• Slower runners please allow faster runners to pass.
• The winner is the last person to complete a loop when all others have given up. All others are technically DNS (did not start) or DNF (did not finish).
• If no runner can complete one more lap than everyone else, there is no winner.
• Please report to the timing area when you decide you can no longer go on.
• This is a self-supported event. You will need to provide your own food and water. There is tapped water but it is recommended that you boil it.
• No littering.
• No open fires in camping area (camp stoves are allowed).
• Obey any instructions given to you by race officials.
• Be respectful and look after one another.
• Be respectful of other wetland users.

Otematata Wetlands

It’s a 6.7 km route with about 25m of vert through the beautiful Otematata Wetlands. You get views over the wetlands, Lake Aviemore, the surrounding mountains and a large metal sculpture.

The trail is very runnable. Mostly it is firmly packed fine gravel with a small (200m) section of single track and some grass.

There are mens’ and womens’ public toilets available at the corral and approximately 4km around the course.

Here’s a Strava link.

Boat Harbour Camp Ground

We have the use of the Boat Harbour Campground at Otematata.

The campground is next to the main boat ramp heading onto Lake Aviemore at Otematata. This is a very sheltered spot in amongst tall mature trees with a large open spot in the middle.

There will be space for each person to have a 3m by 3m gazebo close to the corral.

If you want to use a vehicle for your support you can but you won’t be as close to the corral.

You will need your own food and camping equipment. There is tapped water (boiling recommended) and are mens’ and womens’ public toilets available. Extra portaloos will be available also.

You can get supplies at the shop in Otematata. There will be food and drink vendors on site also.

This is a self-supported event with no aid stations provided. Your own supporters are welcome. See this page for Supporters Info.

Have a look at His and Hers Endurance Event Kitz if you want to take the hassle out of finding gear, setting up and packing down!

There is no power so bring your own resources for lighting and charging up your gadgets.

Price

• Regular – $150 till April 8th, 2026.
• Late entry – $190 from April 9th if spaces are still available.
• Students – 20% discount (Use code STUDIOUS when entering).
  • We will ask to see you id card when picking up your race bib.

Plus 5% for credit card processing. Choose internet payment option to avoid it.

Last day for a personalised race bib – April 26.