Tsunami Advisory – Strong & Unusual Currents Expected. Following a magnitude 8.7 earthquake near Kamchatka, Russia, a National Advisory has been issued for coastal areas of Aotearoa New Zealand, including those along and near the Hauraki Rail Trail. If you're out riding or exploring today, please take extra care around rivers, estuaries, and coastal areas. Strong and unpredictable currents and surges may occur, making conditions dangerous. Stay out of the water, keep clear of beaches, rivers, and shorelines, and avoid harbours, marinas, and estuaries. Even if the weather seems calm, these unusual conditions can pose a serious risk to anyone near the water. Please stay safe and follow official updates from civildefence.govt.nz and the National Emergency Management Agency. If you are planning to ride over the next few days, please check the weather prior to leaving. Heavy rain and strong winds may bring trees down. Please contact us via Facebook or email if you come across any hazards.
With flat and fast riverside trails, glorious climbs up Mt Karangahake and pristine native bush, few locations can compete with the Karangahake Gorge for drama, intrigue, and natural beauty.
Join in the Macpac XTERRA Trail Challenge Waihi. Known as the jewel in the XTERRA crown this fabulous running and walking event is always a sell out. Immerse yourself in the area's rich heritage as you run through old railway tunnels and past fascinating relics from the gold mining age. This is undoubtedly some of the best off road running in the country!
This year's event will take place on Saturday 21 November, 2020 from the Dickey Flat Adventure Camp, Waihi. There are 5 Event Options to choose from, and participants range in age from under 13 years to over 60 years.
Photo credit: Macpac XTERRA Trail Challenge Waihi
Trail Tigers
Short 8.2km Run/Walk
Mid 13km Run/Walk
Long 20.5km Run/Walk
Super Long (Marathon) 42km Run
As trail runners and nature lovers the team are keen to do their part to protect the planet and reduce the environmental impact of their events. As such XTERRA Trail Challenge Waihi is removing disposable cups from all aid stations. Please remember your reusable cup, hydration pack or water bottle to fill up. They’ll have collapsible silicone cups available at the event base for $5.
If you're keen to take part, you can find all details including entry, event options, course descriptions, maps, start times, transport and health and safety here.
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