Challenge Kuriwao is a trail running event on 17 February 2024 in Clinton, South Otago. The courses are across variable terrain over moderate to steep farmland taking in spectacular views. Walk, run and cycle options are planned.
Three distances 42km 21km & 10km over fantastic South Otago farmland. Taking in an elevated landmark (about 620m).
Prize money will be allocated to winner of each section and will be calculated as a proportion of the total entry tally.
Top three competitors in each section will receive free entry to the 2025 event.
Further details available on www.challengekuriwao.co.nz
Registration fees
10km Run/Walk Closed
Varied moderate farmland terrain. Parents with dependent children may enter using the 'Family 10km' option.
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$60.00
Early Bird Pricing
Nov 1 - Feb 17
21km Run/Walk Closed
Variable farmland terrain with some steep sections and unformed track. Aid stations on track but competitors are expected to carry own hydration and fuel. No disposable cups on course. Please provide your own reusable cup at aid stations. Although there is no minimum age we highly recommend that competitors be over 18 years. UNDER 16's MUST be fully accompanied on course by a responsible adult. Please email the race director at challengekuriwao@gmail.com with names of junior competitor + named adult and age of junior competitor.
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$80.00
Early Bird Pricing
Nov 1 - Feb 17
42km Run/Walk Closed
Variable farmland terrain with steep sections and some unformed track. Trail to be cleared by 7pm so cut off times will be in-forced. Aid stations at strategic junctions but competitors are expected to carry own hydration and fuel. Strictly no disposable cups on course so carry your own please. All rubbish/clothing must be carried off course by competitors or placed in receptacle at aid stations. Although there is no minimum age we highly recommend that competitors be over 18 years. UNDER 16's MUST be fully accompanied on course by a responsible adult. Please email the race director at challengekuriwao@gmail.com with names of junior competitor + named adult and age of junior competitor.
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$95.00
Early Bird Pricing
Nov 1 - Feb 17
Family 10Km Run/Walk - Parent Closed
Moderate farmland terrain - not suitable for pushchairs - Entry includes sundae voucher for children and finishers medals for the group. A separate 'child' entry form is required for each dependent child (up to 4 per parent). Please ensure this is done and that an email to organizers to confirm child's relationship to parent, age, school attending is sent to challengekuriwao@gmail.com
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$70.00
Parent plus up to four dependent children included.
Nov 1 - Feb 17
Family 10Km Run/Walk - Child Closed
This entry is to accompany the fee paying adult.
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Incl in family feeNov 1 - Feb 17
MTB 42km Closed
Ridden over the same trail as the run/walk. Cyclists are responsible for safe passing of any other competitors ESPECIALLY on the downhill aspects of the course. You will be required to carry your bike down a short section of tussock country on the South side of The Peak and there is one boundary fence that your cycle will need to be lifted over. E-Bikes - please enter using the E-bike entry as your start time will differ. Although no minimum age is stated we highly recommend competitors are 16 or over. Under 16's MUST be fully accompanied on course by a responsible adult.
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$95.00
Early Bird pricing
Nov 1 - Feb 17
MTB 21km Closed
Ridden over the same trail as the run/walk. Cyclists are responsible for safe passing of any other competitors ESPECIALLY on the downhill aspects of the course. You will be required to carry your bike down a short section of tussock country on the South side of The Peak and there is one boundary fence that your cycle will need to be lifted over. E-Bikes - please enter the 42km E-Bike section there is no 21km section for E-bikes. Although no minimum age is stated we highly recommend competitors are 16 or over. Under 16's MUST be fully accompanied on course by a responsible adult.
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$80.00
Early Bird Pricing
Nov 1 - Feb 17
MTB 10km Closed
Ridden over the same trail as the run/walk. Cyclists are responsible for safe passing of any other competitors ESPECIALLY on the downhill aspects of the course. You will be required to carry your bike down a short section of tussock country on the South side of The Peak and there is one boundary fence that your cycle will need to be lifted over. E-Bikes - please enter using the 42km E-bike entry. There is no 10km E-bike option. Although no minimum age is stated we highly recommend competitors are 16 or over. Under 16's MUST be fully accompanied on course by a responsible adult.
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$60.00
Early Bird Pricing
Nov 1 - Feb 17
E-Bike 42km Closed
E-Bikes will be the first section to leave to maximize course harmony. Ridden over the same trail as the run/walk. Cyclists are responsible for safe passing of any other competitors ESPECIALLY on the downhill aspects of the course. If you approach a runner or cyclist you must slow to pass. High speed overtaking or dangerous usage of speed will result in your immediate removal from the course. You will be required to carry your bike down a short section of tussock country on the South side of The Peak and there is one boundary fence that your cycle will need to be lifted over. Although no minimum age is stated we highly recommend competitors are 16 or over. Under 16's MUST be fully accompanied on course by a responsible adult.
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$95.00
Early Bird Pricing
Nov 1 - Feb 17
Teams Relay (4 groups of up to 3 people) Closed
Grab your team and complete the 42km run/walk as a relay. Why not challenge your opposing rugby, netball, soccer team? Or just sort out (up to) 12 of your closest mates and complete the challenge. Each relay team entry includes a voucher for a light refreshment at the Crossroads Clinton during happy hour on the 17th February. Entry fee is $30pp and includes your completion medal, refreshment voucher, race pack for each competitor and bragging rights if your team comes in fast and furious. Please note - there is no minimum age on this event but if there are under 16s in the team they MUST be accompanied by a responsible adult. Please contact Race Director Lynley Daly to ensure you are choosing the most appropriate sections for the fitness level of juniors. Teams MUST consist of minimum 4 people and maximum 12 people. Teams must fill out one entry for each team member AND you will need to EMAIL the list of names of the members and team name to the race director challengekuriwao@gmai
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$30.00
Per Person - Relay TEAM (minimum 4 persons, maximum 12 people)
Nov 1 - Feb 17
Contact information
- Event contact
- Challenge Kuriwao
- Phone
- +64 27 229 9840
