Sub 17 hr estimated finishing time

Race Briefing: 1pm-2pm Friday 5 December

The two different start times for the 100 km allow participants to take on this challenging distance at their own pace. Due to the differing start times and the potential for each group to face different conditions out on the course, results will be recorded and presented as two separate events. 

Therefore, if you wish to be eligible for the podium, you must start in the A Race and compete head-to-head, ensuring a level playing field. 

It is up to each athlete to determine which start time is appropriate for them. 

Reminder: these courses are tough!

If you think you're on the edge between the two start times and haven’t done The Spectacle before, we strongly recommend opting for the earlier start to give yourself the best chance of finishing and avoiding being pulled at an aid station.

12-17 hr estimated finishing time

Race Briefing: At start line

The two different start times for the 50 km allow participants to take on this challenging distance at their own pace. Due to the differing start times and the potential for each group to face different conditions out on the course, results will be recorded and presented as two separate events. 

Therefore, if you wish to be eligible for the podium, you must start in the A Race and compete head-to-head, ensuring a level playing field. 

It is up to each athlete to determine which start time is appropriate for them. 

Reminder: these courses are tough!

If you think you're on the edge between the two start times and haven’t done The Spectacle before, we strongly recommend opting for the earlier start to give yourself the best chance of finishing and avoiding being pulled at an aid station.

Sub 12 hr estimated finishing time

Race Briefing: At start line

The two different start times for the 50 km allow participants to take on this challenging distance at their own pace. Due to the differing start times and the potential for each group to face different conditions out on the course, results will be recorded and presented as two separate events. 

Therefore, if you wish to be eligible for the podium, you must start in the A Race and compete head-to-head, ensuring a level playing field. 

It is up to each athlete to determine which start time is appropriate for them. 

Reminder: these courses are tough!

If you think you're on the edge between the two start times and haven’t done The Spectacle before, we strongly recommend opting for the earlier start to give yourself the best chance of finishing and avoiding being pulled at an aid station.

Cut off time: 11 hrs

Race Briefing: At start line

4pm – Kids Mile 

4:20pm – Ranui Relay

4:25pm – 5km B Race incl. walkers (30+ min estimated finishing time)

5:15pm – Kids Relay (10 y/o and under)

5:30pm – Business, Open & Junior (11-18 y/o) Relay

5:55pm – Open Mile - incl. walkers

6:05pm – 5km A Race (sub-30 min estimated finishing time)

6:30pm – Prizegiving (all events except 10km, 10km relay, NZ Champs Miles, Elite Mile)

7:10pm – Masters Mile (combined M/W)

7:25pm – NZ Championships B Mile 

7:35pm – NZ Championships A Mile 

7:45pm – Mascot Race

7:50pm – Elite Mile Introduction

8:00pm – Elite Mile

8:20pm – Prizegiving for NZ Champs & Elite Mile Events

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