Day in the life of an Adventure Racer. Jo Williams

Yesterday 11/01/12 I had a portering job up to French Ridge hut for two climbers. Jo caught wind of this and thought it would be great idea to join me as she is training for a 10 day Adventure Race in Patagonia. After several days of back to back missions her day went something like this. In the lake at 7am for a 1.8k swimm (Jo is doing Wanaka Challenge) at work by 8am, finish work at 1pm meet Ed at 1.15pm. Drive to Rasberry flat, hop onto MTB 2.30pm and bike through to Aspiring Hut . I drive to Aspiring Hut in Nigel No Worries, (Nissan Safari) with the gear to be portered to FR. 23kgs, off bike on with pack, trek up to FR hut. Spend about an hour there as Jo’s hubbie, Simon, was there guiding. Whilist there Simon talked Jo into her bring down his wet climbing rope, the deal was a free dinner out on Simon, I thought Jo bring the rope down was a great idea as it would give me a chance of keeping up. Next a very quick trip back down to Aspiring Hut arriving 8.45pm, onto bike to Rasberry Flat head back to Wanaka at 9.15pm. Goodness knows what she is doing today. I don’t know how she does all that training and work as well, it is amazing!!!

All the best for Patagonia Jo

“The Lil’ EASY” MTB Ride

“The Lil’ EASY” MTB    28 January 2012. 17km

Brief Course Description: Start at Lake Mckay woolshed doing an easy loop on farm tracks around the Station then joining in with the Big Easy heading to the Albert Town Tavern going under the main road (stock underpass) then towards the Clutha River for about 500m from there a short climb up onto the upper terrace following a farm track to Stevensons road, turn left onto Stevensons road travel 500 then turn left over farm tracks to Halliday Rd. follow Halliday Rd. to the crossing of the Cardrona River follow around the edge of the Clutha River to the Bridge then up to the finish at the Albert Town Tavern

Click here for a google map to the start of the ride.

Entry fee’s- $45 Adult, Family $90 (1 or 2 Adults and 1 - 3 children,  ) includes race pack goodies

Ride Start 12.30pm at Lake McKay Station Woolshed Luggate

Registration from 11am -8pm on Friday 27 January at the Albert Town Tavern

Prize giving 2.30 at the Albert Town Tavern

Basic repair kit including a spare tube, two top layers plus a good quality water proof jacket, warm hat/hood you can fit under your helmet and gloves.

Bike Inspections:  We are not requiring proof of bike service, however we expect that all bikes will be of a high standard for this type of terrain, as organisers we reserve the right to have a bike mechanic to inspect bikes randomly for race worthiness.  If any problems with a bike cannot be rectified by the mechanic the bike will be withdrawn from the event.

Click here to sign up as a single adult.

Click here to sign up as a family.

Click here to sign up as a single Junior (12-15 not riding with a parent)

The BIG EASY Mountain Marathon

“The BIG EASY” Mountain Marathon 28 January 2012. (42.2km )

Highest Mountain Marathon in New Zealand

Click here to fly over the course from Snow Farm to Pisa Summit

Entry fee’s- Adult $85,

Brief Course Description: The Mountain Marathon will start at the Snow Farm and travel to the top of Mt Pisa then a big down hill to Luggate crossing under the main road (stock underpass) then heading toward the Clutha River for about 500m, from their a short climb up onto the upper terrace following a farm track to Stevensons road, turn left onto Stevensons road travel 500 then turn right over farm tracks to Halliday Rd. follow Halliday Rd. then after the crossing of the Cardrona River follow around the edge of the Clutha River to the Bridge then up to the finish at the Albert Town TavernAid stations every 10km approx (water and horleys). You will need to carry your own water between stations, you will need to carry your own snacks and compulsory gear throughout the race.

Run Start 8am

Registration and Late Entry from 11am -8pm on Friday 27th at the Albert Town Tavern.  (there will also be a late registration table at the start line for you guys travelling over on the day from the south please get there in plenty of time to avoid a rush – but if you’re staying in or close to Wanaka please register on Friday.)

Bus pick-up(must be pre-booked with registration, $10 ) LEAVING  Albert Town Tavern 6.30 am and Pembroke Park 6.45am.

Post Event meal when you arrive and prize giving at 1.30pm.

Compulsory gear - this will be checked if the weather looks at all changeable: two top layers plus a good quality water proof jacket, warm hat/hood.

“The BIG EASY” MTB

“The BIG EASY” MTB    28 January 2012. (42km TBC)

Highest Mountain Bike Race in New Zealad

Brief Course Description: Mountain Bike will start at the Snow Farm and travel to the top of Mt Pisa then a big down hill to Luggate crossing under the main road (stock underpass) then heading toward the Clutha River for about 500m, from their a short climb up onto the upper terrace following a farm track to Stevensons road, turn left onto Stevensons road travel 500 then turn right over farm tracks to Halliday Rd. follow Halliday Rd. the the crossing of the Cardrona River follow around the edge of the Clutha River to the Bridge then up to the finish at the Albert Town Tavern

Click here to fly over the course from Snow Farm to Pisa Summit
Entry fees- Adult $85,

Junior (under 19) $50,

Ride Start 10.30am

Registration and Late Entries (late fee $10 extra) from 11am -8pm on Friday 27th at the Albert Town Tavern.  (there will also be a late registration table at the start line for you guys travelling over on the day from the south please get their in plenty of time to avoid a rush – but if you’re staying in or close to Wanaka please register on Friday.)

Bus pick-up(must be pre-booked with registration, $15 extra includes bike) LEAVING  Albert Town Tavern 8.00 am  and Pembroke Park 8.45am.   There will be a truck to take your bikes up give yourself time to load your bike before hopping on the bus!

Bus back up to the Snow Farm to collect your car leaves from the Albert Town Tavern at 2.30pm (Must be pre booked with registration  – $10 extra)

Post Event meal included when you arrive at the Albi, before prize giving at 2pm.

Compulsory gear - this will be checked if the weather looks at all changeable.

Basic kit including a spare tube, two top layers plus a good quality water proof jacket, warm hat/hood you can fit under your helmet and gloves.

Bike Inspections: We are not requiring proof of bike service, however we expect that all bikes to be of a well maintained standard for this type of terrain and event, as organisers we reserve the right to have a bike mechanic to inspect bikes randomly for race worthiness. If any problems with a bike cannot be rectified by the mechanic the bike will be withdrawn from the event.

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Mountain Bike section for Katharine’s Rogaine

Due to demand we have decided to include a MTB section.  The course is ideal for this.  There will be a couple of sections where you may have to drop the bikes and hoof it to get some controls.  

Enter online now – it won’t cost you anything until you register on the day, Saturday 25.  $20 including a meal.  Very low cost for an awesome event.   Enter Now and for more info

Thanks to all the Busineses that have contributed to make this event possible.

Katharine Eustace Fundraising Rogaine

Katharine Eustace Fundraising Rogaine

Time has come  -  if you wish to enter the Rogaine and help Katharine out with her quest for the 2011 World Champs, click on this link and fill in the entry form.  It does not cost anything until you get your map – just pay $20 on the day.  We need to get an idea of numbers as your $20 includes a meal afterwards!  We have a very interesting course designed – great for beginners and the more experienced alike.   Click here to Enter      If you’re not into Rogaining or you are a rogainer and have friends that would like to come along and have a meal, you can still join in on all the fun of the auction etc. – feel free - this will only cost  $20 per person. Kicks off around 4.30pm.  We would love to see you.    Katharine Eustace Fundraising Rogaine  25 September 2010 Wanaka 6 hour map hand out 9am, Start 10pm 3 hour map hand out 12pm, Start 1pm Family Fun Day Come and join us for a fun Rogaine 3hr & 6hr  options Albert Town Tavern followed by a meal all for just $20 – Auction to follow All Proceeds going to help Katharine Eustace represent NZ at the 2011 World Cup and World Curcuit Help Katharine reach her goal Enter online and pay on the day Questions? Call Ed 027 4451 091

Helicopter view of the BIG EASY on You Tube

Check this out to get an idea of the country and trails we’re going over on the BIG EASY and Big NOT so EASY.
Thanks very much to our good freinds at Wanaka Helicopters. Don’t worry- the snow should be gone by the end of January!

Fundraising Rogaine a huge success- Thanks Wanaka!

A fantastic success is all that could be said about the special fundraising Rogaine/Auction held around Wanaka on Saturday just been. Over $6600 was raised and every penny of it will go towards Katharine’s 2010 Winter Olympic bid. See the full list of results here

Katharine’s fundraiser gaining Momentum

Terry and I are really impressed by the number of  businesses from Wanaka and further afield,  willing to help out with auction goods and general support,  with subsidised food, printing and the like.  This is going to make for a really fun day.  If there is anything you need to know about this fundraising day – just contact us at Highland Events

Thanks to  – Export 33 – Relishes Cafe – Harris Mountain Heli Skiing – Printit – Bush Road Salads – Mainly Tramping – Wanaka Homestead – WHK accountants - Horley’s – the list is still growing.   Any other business wanting to help out please get in touch with us.

Rogaining is fun – this is a great opportunity to get into it.  If you can walk for a couple of hours you will find this a very rewarding sport.

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