An introduction/intermediate type adventure race held over two days. Teams of two or more have the option to complete one, two or all three disciplines of trekking, mountain biking (day one) and kayaking (day two) in a Rogaine (Mountain Bike & Kayak stages) and modified Rogaine format (Trek stage).
Maps will be provided with pre-marked check points to visit. Except for a small section of the trek all check points will be optional for each of the 3 stages. The navigation will cater for all levels. Options are available to ‘skip’ difficult controls or to ‘cut out’ controls to make the course shorter as you would in a Rogaine. This way the event will cater for all levels of navigation and physical capabilities. Time limits are present on all legs (3 hours for the Trek and Kayak and 1 ½ hours Mountain Bike) where competitors are expected to plan each stage in a way that the team finishes before the time is up. Teams receive 10 bonus points for every check point (visited and recorded) and 20 points will be deducted once the stage time is up and another 20 points deducted for each subsequent minute your team is late back. Teams will be disqualified after being ½ hour late.
The course itself will be kept secret from competitors until the morning of the race. The course for each stage will be announced during the registration for each stage (see event timetable section). Course information will be provided in the information packs and during race briefing. All questions are welcomed. Competitors must follow the course options available as designed by the organizers and must race within the spirit of the competition.
The race venue will be announced two weeks before the event and instructions on how to get to the two event centres will be provided.
A transition area (day one only) will be provided close to the event centre. Teams will use a vehicle as a base to transition from (you may choose to bring chairs, tarps etc to sit on etc for this). As teams will be self sufficient support crew will not be needed.
Race Rules:
All participants compete at their own risk and the organizers will not accept liability for any personal accident or injury during the event. A liability waiver form must be signed during registration.
All team members must stay within 50m of each other and each team member must visit the control for it to be recorded.
Compulsory gear must be carried at all times (see below)
Follow the directions of the race organizers/marshals, any signs (when driving or racing), follow any compulsory routes and do not enter ‘out of bounds’ zones.
Race within your limits. Each competitor enters under their own responsibility. They can judge whether they should participate in the event, start and continue to the finish line. Nevertheless the organizers reserve the right to stop a competitor or team from setting off or continuing the event. Please advise a race official if you are finishing a stage early or not starting a stage.
Respect other park users and take care on blind corners (especially on the bike)Move slowly amongst any stock
Carry out all rubbish
If a gate is in sight and within 15m of a fence you are crossing please use it. Otherwise cross at the strainer (big) post. Leave all gates as you find them.
If a gate is in sight and within 15m of a fence you are crossing please use it. Otherwise cross at the strainer (big) post. Leave all gates as you find them.
Those aged 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 21.
Points will be deducted for misconduct or if any team/team members are seen breaking the rules. Serious cases will lead to disqualification, verbal abuse and stoning!
Compulsory Gear:
Must be carried at all times. If you are caught without it your team will be given time penalties.
Each Person will need: A weatherproof parka, thermal gloves and hat, polypropylene or thermal long sleeve shirt and long johns, a survival blanket, a whistle and any personal medication they need. A hydration system is recommended (Camelbak, bottles etc)
Each Team will need: A good first aid kit (must contain as a minimum: 2 metres of adhesive strapping tape, 4 Band-Aids, 2 gauze pads, 4 cm width crepe bandage, 2 pain relief tablets (Panadol or similar), compass, torch, sealed (plastic bag or similar) fully charged cell phone and highlighters, pens etc for marking route choices/strategies and recording checkpoint codes.
Additional equipment for the Mountain Bike: One pump and comprehensive bike tool kit per team. Each person must wear a certified cycle helmet. Method of attaching maps to the bike (eg mapboards) is recommended.
Additional equipment for the Kayak: Suitable kayaks (single or double) for open water and life jackets for each team member (6.2kg positive buoyancy as per international standards.) Foot wear is recommended.
Results:
Preliminary results to be posted after each stage and each day. Final results will be emailed for individual stages, for the “sports” category for teams completing Day 1, and the “adventure category” for teams completing all 3 stages.
Transport:
Allow 90-100mins from central Auckland (the sky tower) to get to the race venue. Where possible please try and share transport to minimise the impact on parking and the race venue. Roads are narrow (one way). Please try to arrive and leave at indicated times as passing will be difficult. All vehicles must follow the directions of the signs and marshals to the parking area.
Teams (of 4 or less) please only use one vehicle for the transition zone. Other vehicles and spectators cars may need to be parked approx 400m away (where the camping accommodation will be held).
Entry and exit times for Vehicles:
Day One event centre is accessible through a locked gate which must be manned to prevent general public (not associated with ‘The Great Escape’) from entering the area. Please note the times the gate will be opened for you to enter and exit from the stage/s you have chosen to complete.
Friday 20th:
6.00-7.30pm for those arriving to camp for the night.
Saturday 21st:
8.15-9.15am for those arriving for Stage 1: Trek
12.45-1.15pm for those arriving for Stage 2: Mountain Biking
1.30-2.00pm for those leaving after Stage 1: Trek
4.00-4.30pm for those leaving after Stage 2: Mountain Biking
12.45-1.15pm for those arriving for Stage 2: Mountain Biking
1.30-2.00pm for those leaving after Stage 1: Trek
4.00-4.30pm for those leaving after Stage 2: Mountain Biking
Sunday 22nd:
7.45-8.15am for all those who camped the night to leave.
Camping/Accommodation:
Camping is available Friday and Saturday night near the event centre at a cost of $5 per person, per night. Children and families are welcome (under 5s free). You will need to enter this area through locked gates so please arrive (and leave) during the times this gate is open (see event time table section).
Please Note: This is not a campground; those staying must be completely self-sufficient!
A BBQ for cooking, Port-o-loos and a limited amount of water will be provided. There is NO kitchen, dorms or showers. Gas cookers are permitted though open fires are not. Please bring everything else. (Including food, drinking water, tents, sleeping bags, sleeping mats, torch etc). You will be expected to carry out your own rubbish.
For those not wishing to camp the race venue will be announced on February 9th so you will have time to organise your own accommodation if necessary.
Spectators:
This area is spectator and family friendly with lots of opportunities to watch the race. Children are welcome but must be supervised at all times. It is recommended these people stay on the main tracks to view the action.
Event Timetable:
Day One:
8.30-9.30am: Arrival and registration. All vehicles must arrive by this time. It is suggested you use all the available time to plan your teams course
9.30am: Race briefing for Stage 1: Trek, instructions, time for questions etc
10.00am: Start of Stage 1: Trek
1.00pm: Finish of Stage one: Trek
1hour break between stage one and stage two for refuelling, changing, course planning
For those vehicles leaving after the trek please do so between 1.30 and 2.00pm. (As people arriving to do the mountain bike only will be coming in until 1.30 and the roads will be used by mountain bikers for Stage 2 after 2.00pm.)
1.00-1.30pm: Registration for those doing Stage 2: Mountain Bike who have not done the trek.
1.45pm: Race briefing for Stage 2 : Mountain Bike, instructions, time for questions
2.00pm: Start of Stage 2: Mountain Bike
3.30pm: Finish of Stage 2: Mountain Biking
4.00pm: Preliminary results will be posted.
Day Two:
8.30-9.30am: Arrival and registration. All vehicles must arrive by this time. It is suggested you use all the available time to plan your teams course
Camping/Accommodation:
Camping is available Friday and Saturday night near the event centre at a cost of $5 per person, per night. Children and families are welcome (under 5s free). You will need to enter this area through locked gates so please arrive (and leave) during the times this gate is open (see event time table section).
Please Note: This is not a campground; those staying must be completely self-sufficient!
A BBQ for cooking, Port-o-loos and a limited amount of water will be provided. There is NO kitchen, dorms or showers. Gas cookers are permitted though open fires are not. Please bring everything else. (Including food, drinking water, tents, sleeping bags, sleeping mats, torch etc). You will be expected to carry out your own rubbish.
For those not wishing to camp the race venue will be announced on February 9th so you will have time to organise your own accommodation if necessary.
Spectators:
This area is spectator and family friendly with lots of opportunities to watch the race. Children are welcome but must be supervised at all times. It is recommended these people stay on the main tracks to view the action.
Event Timetable:
Day One:
8.30-9.30am: Arrival and registration. All vehicles must arrive by this time. It is suggested you use all the available time to plan your teams course
9.30am: Race briefing for Stage 1: Trek, instructions, time for questions etc
10.00am: Start of Stage 1: Trek
1.00pm: Finish of Stage one: Trek
1hour break between stage one and stage two for refuelling, changing, course planning
For those vehicles leaving after the trek please do so between 1.30 and 2.00pm. (As people arriving to do the mountain bike only will be coming in until 1.30 and the roads will be used by mountain bikers for Stage 2 after 2.00pm.)
1.00-1.30pm: Registration for those doing Stage 2: Mountain Bike who have not done the trek.
1.45pm: Race briefing for Stage 2 : Mountain Bike, instructions, time for questions
2.00pm: Start of Stage 2: Mountain Bike
3.30pm: Finish of Stage 2: Mountain Biking
4.00pm: Preliminary results will be posted.
Day Two:
8.30-9.30am: Arrival and registration. All vehicles must arrive by this time. It is suggested you use all the available time to plan your teams course
9.30am: Race briefing for Stage 3: Kayak, instructions, time for questions etc
10.00am: Start of Stage 1: Kayak
1.00pm: Finish of Stage one: Kayak
1.30pm: Preliminary results will be posted
Questions/Queries and Contact Details.
If you require any further information or have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Karyn on karynburns@hotmail.com or on 021 174 0872
10.00am: Start of Stage 1: Kayak
1.00pm: Finish of Stage one: Kayak
1.30pm: Preliminary results will be posted
Questions/Queries and Contact Details.
If you require any further information or have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Karyn on karynburns@hotmail.com or on 021 174 0872
