Supplied boats in the tandem section of the Kathmandu Coast to Coast have sold out as the event builds towards its biggest field in its 35 year history. The tandem section of the two day event being held in early February can only be entered now if competitors supply their own tandem kayak although organisers... Continue Reading →
Global Adventure Racing Partnership with Primal Quest
Two leaders in expedition adventure racing create a new partnership to further strengthen the AR industry. The joint venture is mutually focused on building the profile of the sport and delivering the best quality experience in endurance adventure sport. Today, US adventure racing company Primal Quest and New Zealand’s 100% Pure Racing have announced a... Continue Reading →
A1 Adventure Racing Series Launches for New Zealand Summer Season
New Zealand’s adventure racing scene is about to step up to a new level with the launch of the Adventure 1 Series next month. A1 NZ unifies five existing AR events with a mandate to grow the sports national profile and increase participation, particularly from youth. “ The trans-Tasman A1 Series founded by Todd Vickery... Continue Reading →
Multisporter and firefighter affected by rare autoimmune disease targets the Kathmandu Coast to Coast
Wanaka multisporter, cyclist and Queenstown Airport Fire Rescue firefighter Gavin Mason, who went from being one of the fittest firefighters in New Zealand to barely being able to walk, now has February’s Kathmandu Coast to Coast in his sights. Mason was diagnosed with the rare autoimmune disease Guillain-Barre syndrome in late May and was quickly... Continue Reading →
