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Kaiapoi Adventure Race

Join this day of excitement, camaraderie and fun in the Kaiapoi district - featuring trail running, mountain biking and orienteering.

Two race options are available:

2-hour event: Need to jog or walk 5km off-road and bike 10km on paths and tracks; and
4-hour event: Need to jog or walk 9km off-road and bike 20km on paths and tracks.

You need to compete as a team of between 2 and 4 people. The 2-hour event is designed for families and beginners to adventure racing.

Dates: Saturday 18th October 2025.
Time: 9am for the 4-hour event and 10am for the 2-hour event. Briefing will be 15 minutes before the start.
Location: Pines Beach Community Hall.
Cost: All primary school children must race with an adult. Early bird discounts are available until 21st September 2025.

2-hour event: $70 for adults (18 years +) and $30 for students (under 18 years); and
4-hour event: $120 for adults and $75 for students.

Find out more about the Kaiapoi Adventure Race, including how to enter. Entries close on Sunday 12th October 2025.

The Kaiapoi Adventure Race is a fundraising event for the Youth Development & Opportunities Trust. They run trade training courses and a youth gym. They provide opportunities, resources and direction to enable young people in North Canterbury to develop skills for life.

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