Sunday 20 September 2026
Auckland Duathlon Championships
Auckland, Māngere Bridge
The race
About this course
This event takes place in a picturesque setting near the Manukau Harbour, featuring the striking Māngere Bridge. Athletes will navigate a run–bike–run format, designed for participants aged 12 and older. The running course comprises a combination of off-road concrete paths and gravel roads within Ambury Regional Park, offering a diverse terrain. The cycling segment occurs on quiet, traffic-managed roads, including notable routes such as Kiwi Esplanade and Ambury Road, ensuring a safe experience for competitors.
The event welcomes a wide range of participants, from novices to experienced multisport athletes. It includes prize money, which may encourage competitive spirit among those aiming for top placements.
Organized by Auckland City Tri Club since its inception in 2009, this race has evolved from its earlier identity as the Pukekohe Sprint Duathlon and has become a significant occasion on the local duathlon calendar, fostering community engagement and enthusiasm for the sport.
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Distances
Sprint Duathlon
- Run 1 5 km
- Bike 20 km
- Run 2 2.5 km
U16 Duathlon
- Run 1 3.5 km
- Bike 15 km
- Run 2 2.5 km
U14 Duathlon
- Run 1 2.5 km
- Bike 10 km
- Run 2 2.5 km
What to expect
Race day conditions
Terrain and altitude come from the course. Weather is a ten-year average for this date, not a forecast.
Weather data by Open-Meteo(opens in a new tab).
Getting there
Event location
Kiwi Esplanade, Māngere Bridge, Auckland 2022, New ZealandGet directions(opens in a new tab)
From runners
What runners wish they’d known
Event details and map location come from public information on the official event website(opens in a new tab). If a listing looks out of date, or you need exact start lines and course maps, check the official source or email [email protected].
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