Sunday 7 March 2027
South Island Secondary School Triathlon & Duathlon Champs
Oamaru, Oamaru Harbour
The race
About this course
The South Island Secondary School Triathlon & Duathlon Champs take place at Friendly Bay in Oamaru, coinciding with another local triathlon and duathlon event. This competition features age categories for Senior (U19), Intermediate (U16), and Junior (U14) participants, with Juniors including students from school years 7 and 8.
The event showcases the scenic backdrop of Friendly Bay, providing a vibrant atmosphere for both competitors and spectators. Community involvement is evident, with local sponsors supporting the event, enhancing the experience for participants.
As a TriNZ Endorsed and School Sport NZ sanctioned event, it promotes a competitive spirit among youth while encouraging engagement in multisport activities. The logistics are well-organized, ensuring smooth transitions between disciplines in both the triathlon and duathlon formats. The event fosters camaraderie and sportsmanship among schools and athletes, contributing to the culture of youth sports in the region.
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Distances
Intermediate & Junior Triathlon
- Swim 300 m
- Bike 12 km
- Run 2.5 km
Intermediate & Junior Duathlon
- Run 1 2 km
- Bike 12 km
- Run 2 2.5 km
Senior Triathlon
- Swim 750 m
- Bike 20 km
- Run 5 km
Senior Duathlon
- Run 1 2 km
- Bike 20 km
- Run 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
1 Wansbeck Street, Otago Region 9400, 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 If a listing looks out of date, or you need exact start lines and course maps, check the official source or email [email protected].
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