Sunday 13 December 2026
Southland Summer Challenge
Gore, Croydon Lodge
The race
About this course
The Southland Summer Challenge features a diverse array of multisport events, providing opportunities for participants of varying skill levels. Set in Gore, the festival atmosphere encourages community involvement and camaraderie among athletes.
The course incorporates scenic routes that highlight the region’s natural beauty, with options for triathlons, duathlons, and open water swims. Unique to this festival is the emphasis on preparation for larger events, such as Challenge Wanaka and Ironman NZ, making it a strategic choice for those training for these challenges.
Logistics are well-organized, with options for both solo and relay participation across various disciplines. The inclusion of events like aquabike and kayaking adds to the variety, appealing to those who enjoy different aspects of multisport competition. The event fosters a sense of community, as local athletes and supporters come together to celebrate sport and fitness in a vibrant, supportive environment.
Pick your race
Distances
- Running
Open Water Swim
Aquabike
Kayak Events
- Multi-sport
76.5 Challenge Triathlon (solo/relay)
- Swim 1500 m
- Bike 60 km
- Run 14 km
Coast to Coast build up (solo/relay)
- Run 1 1 km
- Bike 40 km
- Run 2 10 km
Sprint Triathlon (solo/relay)
- Swim 750 m
- Bike 20 km
- Run 5 km
Duathlon (solo/relay)
- Run 1 0.2 km
- Bike 20 km
- Run 2 5 km
Junior Triathlon
- Swim 400 m
- Bike 9 km
- Run 2 km
Junior Novice Triathlon
- Swim 200 m
- Bike 9 km
- Run 2 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
100 Waimea Street Croydon, Gore 9776, 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 If a listing looks out of date, or you need exact start lines and course maps, check the official source or email [email protected].
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