NOTE: Race numbers can only be collected from the Shoe Science store in Albany for two weeks prior to race day anytime during their shop hours. (Monday 2nd April - Saturday 14th April). If you are from out of town and simply cannot collect your number from Shoe Science then visit the merchandise table on race day to collect your number, don't forget to bring proof of entry with you.
15 Mercari Way Albany North Shore
Running on the roads: Last year some competitors did not listen to our race briefing where we specifically told you to NOT RUN ON THE ROADS. Auckland City Council officials were at our event and almost shut us down due to some people simply being dangerous and silly. This time our own course marshalls have been instructed to pull you off the course if you are seen running on the road and Auckland Cily Council officers will once again be attending our event and will also pull you off. Please note that Old North Road will be completely closed to traffic and coned off this time around.
Cut Off Time: This year we have had to implement a cut off time due to traffic managment so this mean everyone will need to be back and under the Orewa North bridge before 11.am. We will have two officials on bikes out on the course helping the last competitors along.
Late Entries: Entries close online Friday 13th April at 4.30 pm. This year we will not be accepting late entries at the venue so you must enter online at www.enteronline.co.nz or print out an entry form here and post to OREWA EVENTS 759 State Highway 10, RD3 Puketona Kerikeri.
Cancelling your Entry: Due to administration costs no refund will be given to those who cancel after 20th March 2011.
Cost:
21km Walk or Run $35.00
10.5km Walk or Run $25.00
5 km Beach Walk Run $15.00
Under 16's $15.00 for all distances
Event Start:
At approximately 7.35am there will be a group warm up and stretch session with Debbie Goldingham for those interested for about 10 minutes followed by a compulsary race briefing for ALL competitors just prior to race start.
21km run or walk 8.00am start
10.5km run or walk 8.20am start
5km run or walk 8.30am start
- PLEASE SEED YOURSELVES ACCORDINGLY AT THE START
Drink Stations: There will be five opportunities for refreshments for the 21km competitors and three for the 10.5km guys with a final drink station at the start/finish. Drink stations will supply an orange cordial and water.
Weather Conditions: April is typically a very hot month so please ensure that you wear sunblock a hat and appropriate clothing and keep yourself hydrated at the many drink stations.
Fitness: Please ensure you are physically fit and healthy enough to complete your chosen distance. If you are unsure please seek advice from a medical professional. If you feel unwell or unfit to compete in the event we strongly advice you to withdraw immediately and seek assistance or professional advice.
Footwear: Appropriate footwear must be worn, no bare feet.
Toilets and changing rooms: There are public toilets and changing rooms located beside the surf club with toilets inside the surf club along with extra porta loos in the carpark. In the case of cues there are also public toilets north along the beach beside the kiddies playground.
Out on the course you will find public toilets along the beach but unfortunately there are no other loos however we will place an emergency pit stop for you somewhere out on the course.
PLEASE DO NOT USE THE TOILETS OR SHOWERS INSIDE THE LIFE GUARDS CLUB ROOMS...THERE IS A COLD SHOWER LOCATED AT THE PUBLIC TOILET BLOCK BESIDE THE SURF CLUB.
KENSINGTON PARK: Please be respectful and tidy running through Kensington park streets, it was extremely nice of them to let us invade their community so we want to leave a good impression. Please do not run through gardens or over residents lawns.
Competitors in Trouble: All of our marshalls will have access to a cell phone please inform them if you are unwell or hurt or if another competitor is in trouble.
Parking: There is loads of parking in and surrounding the surf club, or you can park at the Council offices in Centreway Road and walk across to the beach. Please do not park on anyones lawn or over driveways.
Lost Children and Lost in Found: If you find a child who is odviously lost or in distress please take them to the DJ on the main stage who will make an announcment for you. Please also take lost and found to this location.
Prizegiving: Podium finishers will be presented with their prizes at a ceremony at approximately 11.30 am or when permissable. The schools competition winner and the weekend for 2 at The Bay of Islands Country Lodge Motel will also be presented at prizegiving time. Spot prizes will be handed out at prizegiving time also.
Prams: You are welcome to push baby in the 5km beach run/walk event as the tide will be out and so the sand will be hard but unfortunately the 10.5km and 21km events are not pram friendly.
The course: Check out the course details and pictures on the COURSE page. We will have a map available on the day at the start area. Please ensure you stay on the footpath at all times and keep to the left to avoid collision.
Massage: Massage for tired aching legs will be available for competitors thanks to Orewa Massage Worx.
First Aid: We will supply a professional paramedic service with onsite ambulance
Entertainment: There will be a DJ on the beach cranking out the sounds all morning.
Drawing Station: Bring the kids along to the Drawing Station and let them get creative by making a sign for their favourite competitor. We will supply paper colour pens glue and glitter.
Sunday Star Times: Free newspapers will be available on the day thanks to Fairfax.
CANCELLATION
Unfortunately in case of extreme weather or any other unforseen circumstance we will be unable to postpone our event or provide competitors with a ref