On The Day
Timetable
Marathon
Race Briefing: 7:30 am South Bay Racecourse
Race Start: 7:45 am
Half Marathon Run or Walk
Race Briefing: 7:45 am at South Bay Racecourse
Race Start: 8:00am
10km Run or Walk
Race Briefing: 8:15 am at South Bay Racecourse
Race Start: 8.30am
5km Run or Walk
Race Briefing: 8:30 am minivans will be available from South Bay, 8.45am briefing at Seal Colony (North Side of Peninsula),
Race Start: 9.00 am
Water Stations
There will be water stations on all courses except the 5km run/walk. If you want your own water mix available please make sure you make this known to organizers prior to race day. Drink containers must be clearly labelled with your name and the aid station to be left at.
Bib Colours
Your bib colours are important! Some of our directional signage will correspond to your bib colour (which is different for each distance). If you see an arrow with your bib colour on it - follow it! If in doubt, we have plenty of marshals on the course to help you.
42km - Blue
21km - Black
10km - Red
5km - Green
Suggested Kit
As you are running across the peninsula the weather can be a mix of extremes at this time of year – from intense heat to freezing southerly. We recommend you consider carrying the following: Layered clothing, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, hydration pack, survival blanket, energy bar. Please do not wear headphones as this limits your ability to hear directions from marshals and hazards.
Prize Giving
The Prize giving ceremony will be held at the finish area at South Bay Racecourse. The amount of prizes per grade will be determined by the number of entries to the grade (if 3 entries or less there will be no prize). There will be one overall walker prize for the Half Marathon, 10km and 5km, there are no age categories for walkers.
Start/Finish Line
At the start/finish line there will be a sausage sizzle, baked goods stall and a drinks tent. Part of your race pack gives you a drink and a sausage ticket, extra are available to purchase and all funds are for Kaikoura Lions and Kaikoura High School. Bring some coins!