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Sat, Mar 13
Event: Contact Tri Series National Champs
Location: Wellington
www.trinz.org.nz
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Sat, Mar 13
Event: Motatapu Mountain Bike Race
Location: Wanaka
SPEIGHT’S SUMMIT 50KM HIGH COUNTRY MOUNTAIN BIKE The course runs through the iconic Motatapu, Soho and Glencoe stations starting at Glendhu Bay, Lake Wanaka and finishing at historic Arrowtown. This is over a route that is only open to the public once a year. Always a sell out (November) each year! We suggest you enter early. This is definitely a RACE, however many people do it socially and take a picnic. You chose! http://www.iconicadventures.co.nz/Motatapu
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Sat, Mar 13
Event: Motatapu Marathon and 15km run.
Location: Wanaka
The course runs through the iconic Motatapu, Soho and Glencoe stations starting at Motatapu Station, near Lake Wanaka and finishing at historic Arrowtown. This is over a route that is only open to the public once a year. There are numerous river crossings, hills to climb, challenges to overcome all taking in spectacular views of the Southern high country. The scenery makes it all worthwhile! http://www.iconicadventures.co.nz/Motatapu
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Sat, Mar 20
Event: Rainbow Rage
Location: finishing in Hanmer
106km Mountain bike race. Climb to 1365m! check out www.rainbowrage.co.nz
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Sat, Mar 20
Event: Kaiteriteri Half Marathon and 10km Run
Location: Kaiteriteri (near Nelson)
http://www.nelsonevents.co.nz
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Sat, Mar 20
Event: The Tarawera Ultramarathon Trail Run and Relays
Location:
100km Ultradistance Run 7:00 a.m. 80km Ultradistance Run 7:00 a.m. 55km Ultradistance Run 7:00 a.m.
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Sat, Mar 20
Event: Goldrush Multisport Event
Location: Central Otago
Goldrush is a 375km Multi-sport event, set in the back country of Central Otago following the old trails opened up by the pioneers in their search for gold. It includes kayaking, mountain biking, running and road biking. http://www.goldrush.co.nz/
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Sun, Mar 21
Event: The Star City 2 Surf with Pump-Christchurch
Location: Christchurch-Cathedral Square (12km) or Porritt Park (6km)
6km or 12km options http://www.city2surf.co.nz
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Sun, Mar 21
Event: Mt Lyford Challenge
Location: Mt Lyford
Five different events to choose from Mountain Running and Walking at its very best with spectacular 360° views of the Kaikoura and Amuri Ranges, the Pacific Ocean and down the Waiau Valley. http://www.paardekooper.co.nz/Default.aspx?page=1311
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Sat, Mar 27
Event: Wanaka Half Marathon
Location: Cardrona Valley, Wanaka
Half Marathon and 10km events (road race, run and walk)
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Sat, Mar 27
Event: Escape from Tane’s Forest
Location: Kahurangi National Park, Golden Bay
25km Offroad run
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Sat, Mar 27
Event: Graperide
Location: Marlborough
www.graperide.co.nz
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Sun, Mar 28
Event: Arrowsmith Thee Ride
Location: Lake Heron (Mid Canterbury high country)
Discover a part of the South Island that you haven’t ridden during 42km Mountain bike ride. check out www.multisportevents.co.nz
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Sun, Mar 28
Event: Arrowsmith Thee Run
Location: Lake Heron, Ashburton
http://www.ashburtononline.co.nz/site/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=129062&Itemid=387 42 km Highcountry Marathon
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Sat, Apr 10
Event: Hanmer Events- Krank Dirtwear 4hr & 8hr Mountain Bike Race
Location: Hanmer Springs
4 and 8 hour options avaliable. Also a short course designed for beginners, so no excuses for not entering! Entry is – phone 03 315 5009
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Sat, Apr 10
Event: Xterra Rotorua
Location: Rotorua
www.xterranz.com
1:00 am
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Fri, Apr 23
Event: Mudride
Location: The Mud House- Waipara
From their website: The “Mud House Mudride” will be the mother of all MTB events. Starting on Friday the 23rd of April 2010 will be an expo of all things off road cycling and will give consumers a great opportunity to see what is the latest and greatest from around the globe. This expo will be in and around Mud House Winery at Waipara and will also be the start of registration for the weekends events. Then all day Saturday will feature cross country events for every level of MTB’er from the absolute beginner, weekend warrior to elite rider. The MTB courses will comprise of 40km and 20km loops that start and finish from Mud House Winery. From the winery you will head to the west and up on the “The Farm with No Name” which is situated in, over and around Mount Cass. This a once a year opportunity. If you have access to a mountain bike then you need to be part of the Saturday thrills and spills. Then on the Sunday is totally devoted to Cyclo Cross and up for grabs will be the South Island Champs for all UCI age groups plus a “Any Bike” category. Straigh after the completion of the Cyclo Cross will be the first ever New Zealand Cycle Polo Champs with both Corporate and Cycle Shop categories. This is cycle fun at its very best and not to be missed for anything. www.mudride.co.nz
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Sat, Apr 24
Event: Loop the Lake
Location: Lake Rotoiti
25km Trail run around Lake Rotoiti (South Island)
12:00 am
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Sat, Apr 24
Event: Terrace Downs Defi
Location: Terrace Downs, Mid Canterbury
Mountain Bike, Kayak, Road bike, Run. Great Prize Pool http://www.terracedowns.co.nz/LandingPage.aspx?page=defi2010
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Sat, May 1
Event: Hanmer Half Marathon and 10km
Location: Hanmer Springs Domain
21.1km Half Marathon Run & Walk 10:00 a.m. R 10km Road Race Run & Walk 10:00 a.m. http://www.coolrunning.co.nz/races/hanmer
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Sun, May 2
Event: Nelson Shoe Clinic Half Marathon
Location: Stoke, Nelson
21.1km Half Marathon Walk 8:30 a.m. 21.1km Half Marathon Run 9:15 a.m. 10.6km Road Race Run & Walk 9:15 a.m. Monaco Domain, via Songer Street, Stoke,, Nelson http://www.athletics.nelson.co.nz/nelsonhalfmarathon
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Sun, May 2
Event: 15km Road race-Tai Tapu
Location: Tai Tapu (near Christchurch)
15km Road Race Run 10:00 a.m. 10km Road Race Walk 10:00 a.m. 1.6km Road Race Run 11:30 a.m. Rhodes Domain Old Tai Tapu Road Tai Tapu, CHristchurch
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Sat, May 8
Event: Saint Clair Half Marathon
Location: Marlborough
http://www.vineyardhalf.com
1:00 am
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Sat, May 22
Event: Mt Isobel Challenge
Location: Hanmer
http://www.hanmerevents.co.nz/Annual-Events/mt-isobel-challenge.html
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Sat, Jul 17
Event: Captain Cooks Landing
Location: Queen Charlotte Sound, Marlborough
25km trail run. Enter Early!
12:00 am
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Sun, Oct 10
Event: Wild Coaster
Location: Greymouth to Westport
109km Road Cycle from Greymouth to Westport looking out at the imposing Tasman Sea You can do it solo or team up with a mate and changeover at Punakaiki. Rudyard Kipling described the area as ‘the last, loneliest, loveliest, equisite apart’ You can experience one of the most dramatic seascapes you’ll find anywhere as you cycle along the ‘Coast Road’. West of the Alps from Greymouth to Westport, voted one of the top 10 tourist drives in the whole world by both Lonely Planet and Rough Guides. Why drive when you can cycle it?! http://www.nelsonevents.co.nz/WildCoasterTheEvent.htm
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Sat, Oct 16
Event: Krank Dirtwear Adventure Duathlon
Location: Hanmer Springs
Run and Mountain Bike trough the beautiful Hanmer Forest. Separate races for men and women, with a short course designed for beginners and a longer, more demanding course for more experienced competitors.
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Sun, Oct 17
Event: Subway Dun Run
Location: Nelson
The Dun Run was first offered in 1995 as ideal training for Coast to Coast athletes, and continues to be strongly supported by multisporters looking for a good challenge to keep their motivation ticking along. However, you definitely don’t need to be a multisporter to enjoy this one as there is only a little bit of boulder hopping (or pebble negotiating) on your way up the mountain. This is a great scenic run, that has you running through some pretty cool NZ history, in a beautiful area. http://www.nelsonevents.co.nz/DunRunTheEvent.htm
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Sun, Oct 17
Event: Frostbuster
Location: Methven
Details Multisport 8.5 km run, 27 km Road cycle, 18 km River Kayak. Or Duathlon 8.5 km run, 25 km Road cycle, 2 km run. A great event for those doing there first multisport race, a great course.
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Sun, Oct 24
Event: Pyramid Run
Location: Twizel
19.2 km off-road run (or walk) in the magnificent Mackenzie Country. Run through tussock flats, matagouri fringed trails and mountain streams of the High Country. Great course, generous prizes, superb views and friendly atmosphere. starts and finishes at Ben Ohau Station. http://twizelhardlabour.org.nz/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=2&Itemid=3
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Sun, Oct 24
Event: Lodge to Lodge Half Marathon, 10km run and walk
Location: Mt Lyford to Waiau
Mt Lyford to Waiau 1/2 marathon and relay and 10 km Wandle walk/run, North Canterbury in conjunction with the Waiau Lodge Hotel Centenary & Back to Waiau weekend. A brand new event in 2010, running from the Mt Lyford Lodge to the Waiau Lodge Hotel, with the opportunity to split the run in two and run it as a relay, or just fun/walk the final 10km. http://www.waiaunz.com/events/back-to-waiau-weekend-2010
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Mon, Oct 25
Event: Canal Caper
Location: Twizel
60 km, two lap road cycle alongside Twizel’s iconic canal system taking in the splendor of the Mackenzie High Country and Lake Ohau. Entry is open to individuals and 2 person teams. Make a weekend of it- super training for the South Island Half Ironman, or Coast to Coast. http://twizelhardlabour.org.nz/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=5&Itemid=5
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Tue, Oct 26
Event: Dusky Trail Mountain bike race (Weekend of Hard Labour)
Location: Twizel
Wind up your Twizel Hard Labour Weekend with a 44km Mountain Bike ride. Experience the grandeur of the Mackenzie Country as you travel through four iconic high country stations and take in the magnificent views of Mount Cook, Lake Pukaki, and Lake Benmore. Challenge yourself to enjoy the 6 river crossings and 550m overall vertical climb. The well marked trail begins and ends on sealed roads but the bulk of the ride is on well maintained farm tracks over river flats, through snow tussocks, alpine vegetation, and Oregon plantation. http://twizelhardlabour.org.nz/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=3&Itemid=2
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Sun, Oct 31
Event: Flag Pole Run Up
Location: Whitecliffs, Canterbury.
The FlagPole Run Up is an off-road Race, held in the Selwyn Plantation Block, approx 60k south west of Christchurch, this 19k run or walk takes participants on a scenic tour of one of the regions most historic but hidden landmarks…. This event would be great training for any runners, especially those training for Coast to Coast and Avalanche Peak Challenge. Check out the link: http://www.avalanchepeak.co.nz/default.asp?PageID=7107
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Sun, Nov 7
Event: Christchurch Multisport Race
Location: Christchurch
Run Stage 17km, or 7km & 10km for two runner teams.Two runner teams change at the bottom of Rapaki track. The route takes runners down Colombo St and over Rapaki track to Lyttelton. Fastest time around 1 hr Cycle Stage 30km Lyttelton/Evans Pass/Sumner/New Brighton/Kerrs Reach. Fastest time around 35 min Kayak Stage 6km from Kerrs Reach upstream to the Town Hall then 50 meter run to the finish. Fastest time around 35 min A great stepping stone to longer events later in the season – a tough run make it real test for individual competitors. For more info: http://www.multisportevents.co.nz/
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Mon, Nov 22
Event: Teva Multi sport race
Location: Methven, South Island
40km cycle. X1 24km Mountain run, 30km Cycle, 9km Canal kayak &3.5km Run. This is the perfect prep for Coast to Coast!
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Sun, Nov 28
Event: South Island Half Ironman
Location: Lake Hood, Ashburton
Half Ironman – 2000m Swim > 90km Cycle > 21km Run (0 / 5) Olympic – 1500m Swim > 40km Cycle > 10km Run ( / ) Sprint – 750m Swim > 20km Cycle > 5km Run ( / ) This is perfect preparation for Challenge Wanaka, or as part of your summer tri racing schedule. http://www.conference.co.nz/index.cfm/CISport/Events/South_Island_Half_Ironman
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Sun, Nov 28
Event: Moa Hunt
Location: Kekerengu (North of Kaikoura)
This is a super scenic mountain bike race that leaves from Kekerengu. It’s a 40km ride. Check out www.moahunt.co.nz
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Sun, Nov 28
Event: Ashburton Half Marathon
Location: Lake Hood, Ashburton
The Half Marathon (21km) run course is 3 laps of Lake Hood. For all you hill-haters, this is the event for you – it’s flat! Nb. the South Island Half Ironman will be on the same day, so there’ll be lots of spectators to spur you on. http://www.conference.co.nz/index.cfm/CISport/Events/South_Island_Half_Ironman
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Sun, Nov 28
Event: Mahana Half Marathon
Location: Mahana, Nelson
This run is around Mahana, and captures the essence of this beautiful area that takes you past the cellar doors of the highly acclaimed Woollaston Estates Vineyard. The circuit is is breathtakingly picturesque and refreshingly rural (2 laps for Half Marathon, 1 lap for 10km). The Woollaston Mahana Vineyard 5km takes you through the exclusive Woollaston Estates. Finishers recieve a bottle of wine! http://www.nelsonevents.co.nz/MahanaHalfTheEvent.htm
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Tue, Dec 28
Event: Tinelli Tour de Femme
Location: Nelson
Women’s tour. Great event comprising of 5 stages over 3 days. check out www.nelsonevents.co.nz
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Sat, Jan 1, 2011
Event: Contact Tri event
Location: Timaru
As well as traditional tri races, in 2010 there will be a shorter option to encourage new participants to the sport-100m swim; 2km bike; 1km run. A fun introduction to triathlon for kids in a safe and professional environment. More details to follow when the 09-10 season details are released. Or check out www.triathlon.org.nz
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Sun, Jan 2, 2011
Event: Cromwell Triathlon, Multisport race
Location: Cromwell
http://www.cromwell.org.nz/calendar1.asp
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Mon, Jan 10, 2011
Event: Contact Tri event
Location: Wanaka
A ‘must do’ event on the tri racing calendar. The tri will take place the day before the longer Ironman and half Ironman events (on the Saturday). We will update this when more details become avaliable. Or, check out www.triathlon.org.nz
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Sun, Jan 16, 2011
Event: Croesus’ Crossing
Location: Barrytown to Blackball (West Coast, Sth Isl)
26km trailrun on the Croesus Track from Barrytown to Blackball, West Coast, New Zealand. Numbers are limited to 100 runners only. http://www.nelsonevents.co.nz/CroesusCrossing.htm
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Sun, Jan 16, 2011
Event: Challenge Wanaka (Ironman distance Tri) and Half Challenge Wanaka.
Location: Wanaka
Billed as the “worlds most scenic long distance triathlon’ why wouldn’t you want to compete in this?! Swim: 3.8km Cycle:180km Run:42.2km Complete Performance has at least 5 athletes taking part in the 2010 event. Yeeaah! http://www.challenge-wanaka.com/index.html
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Mon, Jan 31, 2011
Event: SUB stride
Location: Christchurch
Walking 5, 10, 21km Running 5, 10, 21km events http://www.sarahulmerbrand.com/events/christchurch-31-jan-2010/
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Sat, Feb 12, 2011
Event: Buller Half Marathon and Marathon
Location: Buller Gorge
The race commences at Hawkes Crag and heads up the gorge to Berlins, then back down the scenic Buller Gorge Highway to a finish at Victoria Square, Westport. The half marathon is a one-way run starting near the Ohikaiti River Bridge and also finishing at Victoria Square. Both full and half marathon courses are certified. This is a very popular half marathon. http://www.bullermarathon.org.nz
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Sat, Feb 12, 2011
Event: Coast to Coast
Location: Kumara to Sumner Beach
243 kms across the South Island. Run, cycle, Run, kayak, and cycle your way over the Southern Alps and into Christchurch. It’s open to individuals and teams. Two day and one day events.
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Sun, Feb 20, 2011
Event: Girls on Bikes
Location: Methven
While the short course of 37km has little in the way of ups and downs, it will present a challenge to novices with the Canterbury Nor’wester always ready to throw a little extra into the challenge. The longer course of 76km is more of a challenge and is an option for all well trained recreational riders as well as catering for A, B, C and D grade licensed club riders. http://www.girlsonbikes.co.nz/
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Sun, Mar 6, 2011
Event: Avalanche Peak
Location: Arthurs Pass
The Shoe Clinic Avalanche Peak Challenge is a true mountain run in every sense. With razor-backed ridges, snow-capped peaks and huge scree slopes, the 25k run or tramp across the northern tip of the Southern Alps is a challenge not to be missed. But don’t take our word for it… Experience the Avalanche Peak Challenge yourself. http://www.avalanchepeak.co.nz/
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Sun, Mar 6, 2011
Event: Lake Kaniere Triathlon
Location: Lake Kaniere, West Coast
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Sun, Mar 13, 2011
Event: Motatapu Marathon and 15km run.
Location: Wanaka
The course runs through the iconic Motatapu, Soho and Glencoe stations starting at Motatapu Station, near Lake Wanaka and finishing at historic Arrowtown. This is over a route that is only open to the public once a year. There are numerous river crossings, hills to climb, challenges to overcome all taking in spectacular views of the Southern high country. The scenery makes it all worthwhile! http://www.iconicadventures.co.nz/Motatapu
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Sun, Mar 13, 2011
Event: Motatapu Mountain Bike Race
Location: Wanaka
SPEIGHT’S SUMMIT 50KM HIGH COUNTRY MOUNTAIN BIKE The course runs through the iconic Motatapu, Soho and Glencoe stations starting at Glendhu Bay, Lake Wanaka and finishing at historic Arrowtown. This is over a route that is only open to the public once a year. Always a sell out (November) each year! We suggest you enter early. This is definitely a RACE, however many people do it socially and take a picnic. You chose! http://www.iconicadventures.co.nz/Motatapu
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Sun, Mar 20, 2011
Event: Goldrush Multisport Event
Location: Central Otago
Goldrush is a 375km Multi-sport event, set in the back country of Central Otago following the old trails opened up by the pioneers in their search for gold. It includes kayaking, mountain biking, running and road biking. http://www.goldrush.co.nz/
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Sun, Mar 20, 2011
Event: Rainbow Rage
Location: finishing in Hanmer
106km Mountain bike race. Climb to 1365m! check out www.rainbowrage.co.nz
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Mon, Mar 21, 2011
Event: Mt Lyford Challenge
Location: Mt Lyford
Five different events to choose from Mountain Running and Walking at its very best with spectacular 360° views of the Kaikoura and Amuri Ranges, the Pacific Ocean and down the Waiau Valley. http://www.paardekooper.co.nz/Default.aspx?page=1311
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Mon, Mar 28, 2011
Event: Arrowsmith Thee Ride
Location: Lake Heron (Mid Canterbury high country)
Discover a part of the South Island that you haven’t ridden during 42km Mountain bike ride. check out www.multisportevents.co.nz
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Sun, Apr 10, 2011
Event: Hanmer Events- Krank Dirtwear 4hr & 8hr Mountain Bike Race
Location: Hanmer Springs
4 and 8 hour options avaliable. Also a short course designed for beginners, so no excuses for not entering! Entry is – phone 03 315 5009