Run Mt Hutt

Why Run Mt Hutt?

Spectacular Views: Run through stunning native bush and climbing to alpine heights for panoramic views over Canterbury.

Challenging Terrain: This race isn't for the faint-hearted. The steep ascent and descent will push you physically and mentally.

Unique Experience: Be part of the first-ever Run Mt Hutt, a race that combines natural beauty with the excitement of an alpine challenge.

What to Expect

• Elevation Gain: The 25km course includes approximately 900 meters of elevation gain, making this a demanding yet rewarding run.
• Runner Support: There will be volunteers, medical staff, and safety marshals positioned throughout the course.
• Medals and Prizes: Finishers will receive a custom Run Mt Hutt Medal, and the top 3 finishers in each age category will be recognised.
• Eco-Friendly Event: We are committed to preserving the environment. Please respect the trails, this will be a cup free event. Eco friendly cups can be purchased when entering or at CJM'S Events Online Shop.

Race Day Information

• Parking: Parking will be on the berm of Mclennans Bush Road, we will update further closer to the time if we have access to a farm paddock for parking.
• Gear Requirements: Due to the alpine environment, all participants must carry mandatory gear, see list below. Depending on the weather forecast on the day this may be amended down, although we always recommend being prepared.
• Timing and Results: Timing will be provided for accurate race times. Results will be posted on the website post-race.

Mandatory Gear:

• Long sleeve top wool/polypropylene
• Thermal Hat (Beanie not Buff)
• Thermal gloves
• Waterproof jacket (seam-sealed with hood)
• Survival Blanket and/or Bag
• Whistle
• Mobile Phone – charged in a waterproof container with Race Directors number in the phone 027 2267769
  
  

Cut Off Times:

In the Inaugural year we didn't want to have Cut Off times but after discussions, we have come to the conclusion that we do require cut off time for everyone's safety and logistics in packing out and prize giving.

Cut off times will be as follows:

• 6km - 10:00am
• 12.5km - 12 noon (Ski Field turnaround)
• 19km - 1:30pm
• 25km - 3:00pm

Prize Giving:

This will be at the Awa Awa Rata Reserves the start Finish and will be 10 minutes after the last participant has finished or approximately 3:00pm but hopefully much sooner as it is hard to estimate the slowest times in the inaugural event.