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This event took place on 14 Dec, 2025 (Sun)
Sunday 14 December 2025
Taranaki 3 Hour Adventure Race
New Plymouth
The race
About this course
The Taranaki 3 Hour Adventure Race features a clover leaf course design, where all activities commence and conclude at a central hub, facilitating smooth transitions and support access. Participants in teams of 2-4, which can be all-male, all-female, mixed, or family-based, engage in a variety of disciplines including trekking, mountain biking, and navigation. The course also introduces mystery activities, adding an element of unpredictability and fun.
The terrain is diverse, incorporating light bushland, local farmland, public walkways, and urban areas, making it accessible yet challenging for participants of all skill levels. This setup not only tests physical endurance and teamwork but also strategic planning in navigation and activity transitions.
This event emphasizes community involvement and spirit, with a course layout that allows spectators easy access to multiple points to cheer on the teams, enhancing the supportive and festive atmosphere typical of the region’s events.
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Distances
Team Adventure Race (teams of 2-4) - 3 Hours
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.
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Getting there
Event location
New Plymouth, 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 If a listing looks out of date, or you need exact start lines and course maps, check the official source or email [email protected].
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