The Coromandel region is one of the New Zealand's best hidden playgrounds for multisport and adventure athletes. From surf beaches to sub-alpine native forests, the Coromandel Classic multisport race will challenge individuals and team competitors of all abilities.
This year is our 12th event, and we expect the race to be bigger and better than ever.
Saturday 27 August 2011
7:00am Event begins
6:30pm Dinner at the Tairua Bowling Club (bar service available)
7:30pm Briefing for Day 2 at the Tairua Bowling Club
Sunday 28 August 2011
8:00am Day 2 begins
4:00pm Prizegiving at Thames Sailing Club
Saturday Night
The entry fee includes dinner on Saturday night at the Tairua Bowling Club.
Extra tickets can be purchased for $25 each here.
Accommodation
Should be arranged directly or through the Thames Information Centre on (07) 868 7284. We suggest you stay Friday and Sunday nights in Thames and Saturday night in Tairua (or nearby).
There will be minimum safety requirements imposed on all competitors. There will be a bike and gear check at registration. Kayak checks will be performed at relevant transitions.
Every person on the run sections must have:
Polyprop or wool hat and gloves
Polypropylene leggings and long sleeve top
Waterproof raincoat (very light running jackets and plastic ponchos not acceptable)
Per individual or team on run sections
First Aid Kit containing a minimum of crepe bandage/strapping tape, plasters, painkillers
Survival blanket
Compass
Every bike must have front and rear bike lights
All riders must wear cycle helmets
Kayak section
Approved Kayak PFD
Buoyancy aid - competitors must provide additional buoyancy (by volume) of not less than 6 litres. This does not include manufacturers polystyrene inserts (if any).
Spray decks are compulsory
Competitors are allowed a boat change at Cooks Beach ferry landing if desired.
Note: Each kayaker must bring 1.125 litre or bigger plastic bottle with water in it to registration to clean their kayak.
NB. There will be a 10 min. time penalty for each time rescued.
All categories must have at least 10 entries to qualify as a seperate division.
1 Individual. Men and Women. Veteran 40+
2 Relay. 2-4 people. All competing in same category regardless of team size.
3 Traverse Teams. Team of up to 4 people competing the entire course together.
Entry Fees
Before May 1
From May 1
From June 1
From July 1
From Aug 1
Individual
$140
$170
$190
$210
$250
Relay 2 People
$200
$230
$260
$290
$320
Relay 3 People
$270
$300
$320
$350
$380
Relay 4 People
$320
$350
$380
$420
$440
Traverse Team (per person)
$120
$160
$180
$210
$240
Online entries close on Friday, 19 August 2011.
Refund Policy
We will only refund (less a $30 admin fee) people who notify us of their withdrawl before 1st August. If you are unable to attend and notify us after this date, we will credit the value of your entry to any other Media Unlimited organised event, or to the same event next year - but again, you must notify us of your withdrawl before the day!
