ABEL TASMAN EPIC LONG WEEKEND
Join us for this adventure around the Abel Tasman region. We’re aiming for a “long iron weekend” where you complete a scenic iron distance triathlon spread over 3 days.
This is not an “epic camp” with points, races etc, it’s more about completing an iron distance weekend in an incredible part of the country with like minded athletes. You can ride as part of a seeded group or go solo as a race simulation.
Dates: 21st - 24th May 2025
Schedule
Wednesday 21st May
Assemble in Kaiteriteri/Nelson in the afternoon or evening. There will be the option to travel via mini van up from Christchurch or fly into Nelson in the evening after work.
Thursday 22nd May*
AM - Mountain bike in and around the Kaiteri MTB Park and/or trail run
PM – 3.8km open water swim (distance subject to conditions), ideally a point to point epic swim or laps of Little Kaiteriteri. Water temp should be 14-15c.
*Back up bike day if the weather for Friday looks bad
Friday 23rd May
Bike 180km including the Upper Moutere, Motueka West Bank and the infamous Takaka Hill (16km climb) along with a trip up the Cobb Valley. The ride will finish in Takaka.
Optional swim
Saturday 24th May
Trail run ranging from ~53km or 42km options or down to as little as you want to do. Epic scenery guaranteed!
Sunday 24th May
Recovery MTB ride Mapua to Kaiteriteri and/or swim
Departures around lunchtime
Who is this for: if you are <13hrs for an ironman you will be OK. If you are a little less speedy you are welcome, you’ll just need to cut a few corners in the first section of the bike which you can make up at the end of the ride (this allows our support crew to assist all athletes).
What’s included:
An incredible adventure which is pretty much all inclusive
Transport form Christchurch or transfer to/from Nelson airport
Transport during the camp
Accommodation (twin share, extra for solo rooming)
All food including on road support – eating out twice.
On road support for the bike leg
TBC Mountain bike hire (for Thursday)
Cost:
TBC shortly, likely ~NZ$1250
