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Two Day 2 Person Relay team Handbook 2022 Version 10 – October 2021
Thanks to all sponsors and supporters of the Kathmandu Coast to Coast
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Silver Sponsors
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Contents
Timetable Overview 4
Compulsory competitor gear 5
General 12
Registration, Greymouth 14
Kumara Transition - Competitors 15
Kumara Transition - Support crew 16
STAGE 1a - Run 2.2km 16
STAGE 1b - Cycle 55km 17
Aickens Transition - Support crew 18
STAGE 2 – Mountain Run 30.5km 19
Klondyke Corner - Support crew 21
Saturday timetable (Day 2) 22
STAGE 3 - Cycle 15.5km & Run 1.3km 22
Mount White - Support crew 24
STAGE 4 – Kayak 70km 26
Waimakariri River Gorge Bridge - Support crew 28
STAGE 5 Cycle 69.5km 29
New Brighton Finish 30
Prizegiving 32
Lost Property 32
Plan B - Bad weather alternatives 33
Railway Lines & Crossing Safety 37
Two Day Support crew timetable 38
3
**COVID-19** Friday
This Handbook is subject to change due to COVID-19. 5:30am Bike transition opens
This will require flexibility from athletes and support Kumara transition, 32 Otira Highway, Kumara
crew. Any changes will be communicated via the event 6:30am Bike transition closes
newsletter, website, Facebook and App. Kumara transition
6:45am Pre-start race briefing
Kumara Beach, Serpentine Road, Kumara
Two Day 2 Person Relay Team 7am Race Start Individuals
Kumara Beach
Day 1 (Friday) 7:20am Race Start Teams
Stage 1a: 2.2km Run - Teammate A Kumara Beach
Stage 1b: 55km Cycle - Teammate A 2pm Mountain Run cut-off at Doreen Creek
Stage 2: 30.5km Mountain Run - Teammate B 4pm Mountain Run cut-off at Goat Pass
7pm Day 1 video highlights
Day 2 (Saturday) Klondyke Corner, West Coast Road, Arthur’s Pass
Stage 3: 15km Cycle - Teammate A 7:30pm Cut-off at Klondyke Corner
1km Run - Teammate A
Stage 4: 70km Kayak - Teammate A
400m Run - Teammate B Saturday
Stage 5: 69.5km Cycle - Teammate B
4:30am Mt White Kayak Transition car park open
Mt White Bridge
Both team members can run down the finish chute
5am All support crews must have departed
together on both days.
Klondyke Corner for Mt White Kayak Transition
6:45am Day 2 Race start (early group)
Klondyke Corner
Timetable Overview 6:50am Support crew briefing
Plan B times may vary Mt White Bridge
From 7am Day 2 Race starts
Thursday Klondyke Corner
10am-4pm Registration & Sponsor Expo 9:20am Athletes must be on the water at Mt White
Westland Recreation Centre, 83 High Street, Greymouth
4:30pm Kayak cut-off at Gooseberry checkpoint
4:30pm Athlete Panel
Westurf Hockey Ground (next to Westland Rec Centre)
7pm Kayak cut-off at Woodstock checkpoint
5pm Race Briefing 8:15pm Kayak cut-off at Gorge Bridge
Westurf Hockey Ground Midnight Course closes
Sunday
8-9:30am Post-event breakfast
Addington Raceway, 75 Jack Hinton Drive, Addington
Ticketed event, purchase online
10-11:30am Prizegiving
Addington Raceway
12pm Monteith’s post-event yarn
Morrell and Co. 280 Lincoln Road, Addington
KATHMANDU
COAST TO COAST
COMPULSORY
COMPETITOR GEAR
4
Compulsory
competitor gear
Compulsory
competitor gear
Use these checklists when packing for the event to ensure you
have all the compulsory items.
A helpful hint: stay organised by packing your gear by stage into
large containers. Tape this list onto the container, you and your
support crew will always know what you are meant to have and
when.
This gear is the minimum requirement while competing. If you
have a bad injury and need to remain in one place, especially in
poor conditions, for an extended period of time you will need ALL
of these items.
Take into account your speed and the conditions when choosing gear.
If you are aiming to be 3-4 hours through the mountain run stage your
requirements may be different than if you are planning on taking 8+ hours.
The lightest gear will not be as robust or as warm as some other options,
so choose based on your ability and if in doubt ask us!
On race day there will be specialist support on course. During training,
however, you need to be self-sufficient and your gear needs to be suitable
for all conditions.
Please note: Every year we see companies not associated with the event
selling first aid kits or other items that do not meet all the requirements.
It is your responsibility to check your gear to ensure it complies with event
rules. If in doubt contact info@coasttocoast.co.nz
KATHMANDU
COAST TO COAST
COMPULSORY
COMPETITOR GEAR
5
Cycle
Compulsory gear list
STAGES 1B, 3 & 5
Cycle checks open three weeks prior to the event at selected bike
retailers around NZ (check website). You can also complete check at
registration.
Bicycle1 Front & rear cycle lights
Bicycle (mountain bike is not recommended –
all cycling is on sealed roads). Must be working and switched on during
Bicycle must have either standard drop style or hours of darkness and comply with NZTA
flat mountain bike style handlebars. NO Aero- requirements. Battery to be fully charged or
bars, clip-ons, bar-ends or bullhorn style bars new batteries. Required on first cycle stage and
are permitted. No time trial bikes allowed. final cycle stage if leaving Gorge Bridge after
6pm.
The bike check is not a complimentary bike
service, competitors are solely responsible for
the maintenance and safety of your bicycling
equipment and ensure your bike is in good Reflective ankle bands
working order for the event. Any work required One for each ankle – must be worn if
to bring your bike up to standard will incur cycling during hours of darkness. You
normal costs. It is recommended that you have will need these on the first cycle stage.
your bike serviced prior to the event and that
you check it after transit.
PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
1
The bike check provides a basic check at that
point in time. Not everything can realistically be KATHMANDU C2C SOCKS WITH BUILT IN
picked up or visible at the time of inspection. An REFLECTIVE BAND
inherent risk of cycling is a failure during the ride
due to a number of factors including breakage or
malfunction and injury to the rider and others is a
possibility. Neither the Coast to Coast or any Bike
store or staff, are in any way liable for the condition Reflective vest
of your bicycle at the event or other point in time.
Only required if leaving Gorge Bridge on
the final cycle stage after 6pm. Must have
significant reflective material and be hi-vis base
colour.
Cycle helmet Any competitor
Must be NZ / AUS standards approved. Correctly specific medication
fitted and free of defects / cracks. Any visible
This must also be recorded in your entry form
damage inside or out will result in a helmet
so race medical staff are aware of any potential
failing the check. conditions or issues.
KATHMANDU
recommended items
COAST TO COAST
Cycle tool kit Drink bottles
COMPULSORY
Including pump, spare tube / tubular, tools to
COMPETITOR GEAR enable completion of road side tyre change.
Cycle shoes
6
Mountain run
Compulsory gear list
STAGE 2
All gear must be correctly sized for the competitor. You can
complete your gear check at select Kathmandu stores. Checks
open three weeks prior to the event. You can also complete the
gear check at event registration.
The compulsory gear clothing is in addition to what is being worn
by the competitor when entering the mountain run stage. We
allow synthetic, natural or composite thermal products. Cotton is
unacceptable. A compression garment is not a thermal garment.
Competitors should experiment with what best suits their needs
for the activities and level of exercise they engage in.
Long sleeve thermal Waterproof pants
base layer top Waterproof (Seam sealed and constructed
of durable material).
No specific weight requirement.
This is your next to skin layer. PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
KATHMANDU POCKET-IT RAIN PANTS V41
PRODUCT SUGGESTIONS: 1
Earlier versions are water resistant due to non-
KATHMANDU POLYPRO LONG SLEEVE
waterproof pockets – acceptable for C2C.
KMDACTION LONG SLEEVE TOP
Full length thermal
base layer pants
No specific weight requirement.
Long sleeved This is your next to skin layer.
mid layer top PRODUCT SUGGESTIONS:
Fabric must have insulation properties i.e KMDCORE UNISEX POLYPRO LONG JOHNS
fleece or similar. Garment weight approx. KMDACTION LEGGINGS
220gsm or greater.
PRODUCT SUGGESTIONS:
KATHMANDU TRAILHEAD 200 FLEECE Thermal gloves
KATHMANDU RIDGE FLEECE PULLOVER No specific weight requirement.
PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
KATHMANDU POLYPRO GLOVES
Waterproof jacket
with hood Thermal hat or
Waterproof (Seam sealed and constructed balaclava
of durable material, minimum 10,000mm No specific weight requirement.
waterproof rating) with hood.
KATHMANDU PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
PRODUCT SUGGESTIONS:
COAST TO COAST KATHMANDU ZEOLITE SHAKEDRY JACKET
KATHMANDU LIGHTWEIGHT VECTRON
BEANIE
COMPULSORY
COMPETITOR GEAR
7
Mountain run
Compulsory gear list
STAGE 2
Your gear may be spot checked at any time during the run or at the
finish.
Running shoes Whistle
The run is rocky and you will cross the river Attached to outside of pack or bib.
numerous times. Choose a shoe with lots of
contact surface - soles with high knobs can be PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
very slippery on the rocks. There are not many KATHMANDU WHISTLE KEYRING
muddy areas. Good drainage is a must. Socks
are highly recommended also.
PRODUCT SUGGESTIONS: Survival bag
SALOMON SENSE RIDE
Foil survival BAG – blankets are NOT accepted.
PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
KATHMANDU EMERGENCY BAG V2
Backpack
Must be large enough to fit all compulsory First aid kit
gear and food.
Minimum requirements:
– recommended volume 12L+
- 1.5m long (unstretched) roll of 5cm wide
– recommend putting clothing into crepe bandage
Ziploc bags to keep dry - 2.5m long roll of 2cm wide strapping tape
– do not vacuum pack it. - 10 Band-Aid strips
- Triangular bandage
PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
- Scissors
KATHMANDU ZEOLITE RUN VEST
- 4 x pain relief tablets
That can be used to treat pain in case of injury
while help arrives - always follow the directions
for taking medications.
Drink bottles - Any competitor specific medication
This must also be recorded in your entry
Something to carry water on the run, form so race medical staff are aware
bottle, bladder or cup. of any potential conditions or issues.
KATHMANDU PRODUCT SUGGESTION: PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
CHOOSE FROM THE KATHMANDU RANGE KATHMANDU FIRST AID KIT 1 PERSON
COAST TO COAST
COMPULSORY
COMPETITOR GEAR
8
Kayak
Compulsory gear list
STAGE 4
Kayaking gear will be scrutineered on Saturday morning before the kayak start
at Mt White. There is an option to have kayak gear that will be packed into
your dry back checked at Klondyke Corner on Friday between 1-6pm, items
that can be checked on Friday are identified with an asterisk(*) below.
Note, while some gear is the same as the mountain run, you will need to have
backups in case your mountain run gear is used and becomes wet. All gear
must be dry at scrutineering. All gear must be correctly sized for competitor. A
compression garment is not a thermal garment. The clothing items (excluding
the paddle jacket) must be in addition to what the competitor is wearing and
must be packed into dry-bag prior to athlete departing from Mt White.
Long sleeve thermal Full length thermal
base layer top* base layer pants*
No specific weight requirement. No specific weight requirement.
This is your next to skin layer. This is your next to skin layer.
PRODUCT SUGGESTIONS: PRODUCT SUGGESTIONS:
KMDCORE POLYPRO LONG SLEEVE KMDCORE UNISEX POLYPRO LONG JOHNS
KMDACTION LONG SLEEVE TOP KMDACTION LEGGINGS
Long sleeved Waterproof pants*
mid layer top* Waterproof (Seam sealed and constructed
This is your mid layer - can be lightweight of durable material).
fleece or similar. Insulation properties approx.
PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
220gsm or greater.
KATHMANDU POCKET-IT RAIN PANTS V4 1
PRODUCT SUGGESTIONS:
1
Earlier versions are water resistant due to non-
KATHMANDU TRAILHEAD 200 FLEECE waterproof pockets – acceptable for C2C.
KATHMANDU RIDGE FLEECE PULLOVER
Waterproof long
sleeved paddle Thermal hat*
specific jacket* No specific weight requirement.
Waterproof (seam sealed and constructed PRODUCT SUGGESTION: KATHMANDU
of durable material) long sleeved PADDLE LIGHTWEIGHT VECTRON BEANIE
SPECIFIC jacket - minimum of neoprene (or
equivalent) cuffs & neck. Must be in good
condition (not delaminating).
CHOOSE FROM THE RASDEX RANGE Thermal socks*
KATHMANDU Synthetic, neoprene, merino or
similar – for if you have to spend a
COAST TO COAST Thermal gloves* period of time on the river bank.
COMPULSORY No specific weight requirement.
PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
PRODUCT SUGGESTION: KATHMANDU NUYARN ERGONOMICAL
COMPETITOR GEAR KATHMANDU POLYPRO GLOVES HIKE SOCK
9
Kayak
Compulsory gear list
STAGE 4
Buoyancy testing of any PFDs that appear inadequate may occur
at scrutineering. Competitors should check that their buoyancy
vest meets the required standard before the Coast to Coast.
Kayak1 Repair / duct tape*
Must be suitable for the level of paddler (for At least 10 metres. Recommend also towelling
1st time entrants it MUST be the same level of cloth for drying kayak so duct tape sticks.
boat as assessed for Grade 2 certificate). There
may be random tests of kayaking competency Dry-bag*
and knowledge at registration using a nearby
stretch of grade 2 water. Must be waterproof /seam sealed and capable
of keeping gear dry when immersed in water.
Kayak must have a grab loop or toggle at the
nose of the kayak. PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
Waveriders, inflatable or sit on kayaks not KATHMANDU 10L ULTRALIGHT DRY SACK
permitted. Pods are not allowed on kayaks.
Floatation / air bags Survival bag
Foil Survival BAG – blankets are NOT accepted
Kayak must have pillars and two flotation/
(must be secured in PFD during kayak stage).
air bags or extensive watertight sealed
compartments that are drainable. The PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
minimum requirement is two rear floatation/
KATHMANDU EMERGENCY BAG V2
air bags of 20 litres each - correctly inflated
secured in the kayak. Wine bladders are not
acceptable! Kayaks using storage bulkheads as
floatation MUST HAVE waterproof hatch cover Whistle
FITTED before entering the river.
Attached to outside of PFD or bib.
Kayak specific helmet PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
KATHMANDU WHISTLE KEYRING
Must be designed for paddle sports
- bike helmets not acceptable.
First aid kit*
Paddle
Minimum requirements:
Wing, whitewater or touring paddles accepted. - 1.5m long (unstretched) roll of 5cm wide
crepe bandage
Spray skirt - 2.5m long roll of 2cm wide strapping tape
- 10 Band-Aid strips
Neoprene / Waterproof and sized for kayak
- Triangular bandage
being paddled.
- Scissors
CHOOSE FROM THE RASDEX RANGE - 4 x pain relief tablets (that can be used to
treat pain in case of injury while help arrives
- always follow the directions for taking
Bouyancy vest (PFD) medications).
- Any Competitor specific medication
Securely fitting, free of defects and of 50N
KATHMANDU minimum buoyancy (type 406 specialist PFD
(this must also be recorded in your entry
form so race medical staff are aware
COAST TO COAST that complies with NZS standard) - must have
a webbing cinch strap below ribcage.
of any potential conditions or issues).
COMPULSORY RASDEX MULTSPORTER PFD
PRODUCT SUGGESTION:
KATHMANDU FIRST AID KIT 1 PERSON
COMPETITOR GEAR
1
River specific surf skis may be used but must gain clearance from the River Safety team at least two
weeks prior to the race to ensure suitability. Surf skis must satisfy the following criteria to be considered;
- Dedicated over-stern rudder.
- River specific, single skin construction on hull.
- River specific venturis - highly recommended to have bailer style drain (venturis must have bungs for
venture ports in case cowlings are damaged in shallows).
- Competitor must also have an extra lower body layer - either dry-pants, wetsuit, Sharkskin or similar.
10Camping
Suggested items
Tent Extra items
– Drinks
PRODUCT SUGGESTION: CHOOSE FROM
– Food
THE KATHMANDU RANGE
– Cash
– Rubbish bags
– Toilet paper
Sleeping bag – Cellphone & car charger
Suggest comfort of around 0˚C. – Torch/headlamp
– Keep cup for coffee
PRODUCT SUGGESTION: CHOOSE FROM
– Water containers
THE KATHMANDU RANGE
– Sand-fly repellent
– Sunscreen
Camping gear – Sun hat
- Towels
Check out all your camping gear and clothing – Down jacket
at Kathmandu online or instore
– Rain jacket
- Camp chair
– Crew notes
- Cooking equipment
- Sleeping mat
PRODUCT SUGGESTION: CHOOSE FROM
THE KATHMANDU RANGE
KATHMANDU
COAST TO COAST
COMPULSORY
COMPETITOR GEAR
11General
Key stage rules are including in this Handbook, Support crew or teammates must be on hand at the end
competitors must read and understand the full event of Stages to take charge of the competitor’s equipment.
rules – located on the website. With large numbers of competitors and limited areas to
undertake the transitions, it is critical that support crew
Competitors must understand the running, kayaking and remove equipment immediately. Support crew should be
cycling stages – see descriptions in this Handbook. able to lift, carry, and securely tie down the kayak, if you
only have one support crew do not rely on officials to help.
Download this Handbook prior to leaving for the race – Support crew and teammates cannot follow their
make sure you have the latest version because it could be competitors or offer assistance on any stage of the event,
updated during the year. except in transitions. Support crew and teammates are not
No responsibility is taken by the Race Director, staff, allowed to enter any part of the running or kayaking stages
volunteers or sponsors for any loss of or damage to except at transitions.
property of competitors, support crew, or friends during Support crew must provide NZ cellphone numbers in case
the Kathmandu Coast to Coast. Competitors and they or their competitor needs to be contacted during the
support crews should have their own personal property event (required during entry process).
insurance.
Support crew are advised to study the transition areas and
Officials are an important part of the Kathmandu prepare their competitor’s equipment,clothing, food and
Coast to Coast safety system. Instructions by officials drink well in advance of their arrival. Transitions sometimes
to competitors and support crew must be followed. take place in paddocks and in the dark, so support
Failure to do so will result in heavy time penalties or crew should wear sturdy footwear and bring a torch or
disqualification. headlamp. You may need to walk up to a kilometre from
your car, with competitor gear.
Race Bibs
At the kayak put-in at Mt White and take-out at Gorge
One bib and timing transponder will be provided per Bridge it is highly likely your competitor will expect you to
team and both must be swapped when team members get in the water to hold your boat steady – a spare pair
change for various stages. Bibs must not be altered in of shoes that can get wet and some shorts will come in
any way and must be worn throughout the event. The bib handy! Supporters who are not critical to the transition
must be your outermost garment at all times (i.e. over at Mt White are encouraged to continue their journey to
the top of any thermals, jackets, PFD etc.) Bibs can be Gorge Bridge, parking is limited at Mt White.
worn under your running backpack, but you must attach
the supplied number to the rear of your running pack so Make sure you know where to go – if you are not familiar
officials can see your number from behind. with the course and area, please make sure that you have
a good map of Canterbury and Christchurch and program
Failure to clearly show your number when asked will the transitions into your GPS or check out the locations
lead to you being stopped until officials can accurately prior to the race – remember to obey all officials instructions
determine your bib number. at the different areas.
Medical Services Ensure your competitor does not over-train. Keep a
Medical services will be available at every transition of balance between training and family, social, and work
the Kathmandu Coast to Coast for general medical relationships.
support and emergency response. Providing specialist
Try to remain cheerful. Remember that your competitor will
paramedic staff and equipment, they integrate with, and
become “possessed by the devil” during the event, totally
complement our river and mountain safety teams. There
irrational, and if things get really bad, may even blame
are also medical crews on cycle stages.
support crew for their mistakes. Humour them at the time –
Support Crew then make their lives hell while they’re recovering.
Support crew are an integral part of the event and should Be nice to officials. Many of them are volunteers, so a nice
be briefed by the competitor for their role. Competitors smile makes their day a lot happier.
may only have two official support crew (choose
carefully, you are not allowed to swap the wristband
between support crew).
There is no limit on supporters but they will not have
access to transitions and they may not help with your
transitions in any way (except for removal of gear at
certain points and having the kayak scrutineered - see
stage descriptions for details). 12Toilets Waimakariri River Gorge Bridge - portable toilets located
in the riverbed, bike transition and car park. There are
Portable toilets are located along the course at various
permanent Selwyn District Council toilets on the left hand
venues. We try and position them to meet demand, but
side of the shingle road down to the river.
at times we’ll never have enough and you may have to
queue. Waimakariri River Gorge Bridge cycle stands - portable
toilet for competitors only, adjacent to the cycle stands.
The toilets are serviced to ensure they remain clean,
Finish – portable toilets under the south ramp of the pier,
fragrant and stocked, so at times will be unavailable.
and at various points around the finish area.
If you find that toilets need servicing or are short of
supplies, please let the staff know. Toilets do not have
lighting, so if you’re using them at night, take a torch. Temporary Traffic Management
While we endeavour to keep them stocked with toilet An extensive approved traffic management plan is in
paper it is highly recommended you bring a back up operation and is updated annually. A variety of signs are
supply! used along the course. Some that you need to know for
Toilets are located at: parking areas are:
Kumara Racecourse - permanent toilets, adjacent to
the kitchen. Site access 150m - entrance to a car park
Kumara Town - permanent toilets located at the rugby on your right, approximately 150m ahead,
field. followed by ...
Kumara Bike Transition – portable toilets
Kumara Bike Transition to Kumara Beach – portable Site access - entrance to a car park on
toilets at various locations on the way to the beach, all your right, approximately 75m ahead
near the road on the northern side. Some toilets located
on the beach side of the checkpoint.
Aickens Corner transition - portable toilets. You pass No stopping or waiting even for just a
them on your left as you drive to the car park. There are minute! Do not park between the signs
also toilets in the car park. Please do not ‘go’ in the trees or on the road shoulder or grass verge
Aickens Corner transition competitors only – there is a behind the signs.
toilet reserved for competitors only, located between the
cycle finish and the timing point.
Klondyke corner - portable toilets located across the
shingle road on the grass (south of the finish chute) as
well as a permanent Department of Conservation toilet
on the edge of the bush.
Klondyke Corner camping - portable toilets placed
around the camping area, plus toilets on a trailer. The
towable toilets will remain on site until the last Two Day
competitor has departed for Mt White on Saturday.
Mt White turn-off - portable toilet placed near the
highway. Support crews must not stop to use it as you
drive down to Mt White Bridge.
Mt White Bridge - portable toilets located just over the
bridge on the left hand side.
Mt White Bridge catering - portable toilets located
between the parking area and the bridge, near the
catering.
Woodstock checkpoint – toilet located on river left,
where marshal and timing point will be positioned.
13Compulsory checks
Registration, Greymouth We recommend completing your gear and bike checks
Welcome to Greymouth, West Coast, South Island, New prior to registration. There will be checks available at
Zealand. registration, however these will be busy. Please ensure you
complete your checks prior to collecting your race pack.
Thursday
10am-4pm Registration and Sponsor Expo NOTE – kayak equipment will be scrutineered on Saturday
Westland Recreation Centre, Greymouth. morning at Mt White kayak transition. Some kayak items
can be checked at Klondyke Corner on Friday (refer to
5pm Race Briefing
Kayak checklist for full details).
Westurf Hockey Ground (next to Westland Rec Centre)
Registration Process Cycle crews will be in attendance for repairs at registration
Teams will be allocated a 30 minute time slot you must on Thursday, but note that the bike mechanics will be busy,
register within. Times will be available to book in early with bike checks as their priority. Repairs are at the cost of
January by your Team Captain via their Event Plus profile, the competitor.
instructions will be emailed. Allocated times will be
published on the start lists available on the website. Plan Race Briefing
and prepare to be in Greymouth all day Thursday. This is A copy of the race briefing will be available to download
to assist with COVID-19 requirements. from the website before the event. The briefing will be
split into two parts – the first will cover the safety-related
During registration competitors will be provided with: information and key times, it is compulsory to attend
• Kathmandu race bag (doubles as gear bag) this portion of the race briefing. The second part is
• Race bib optional. It will explain the race from start to finish and
• Timing transponder be an opportunity for participants and crew to get more
• Race stickers for bikes and kayak. These must be information about what to expect during the course of
applied before starting the race. Remove all old the race and to ask any questions. The race briefing will
stickers and event numbers from the kayak. be held at the Westurf Hockey Ground (next to Westland
• Run number to be attached to the back of the Recreation Centre).
backpack for the Mountain Run stage
Strapping
• Competitor wristbands. These must be worn at all
times during the event Motus Health will tape/strap ankles at registration. No
• Kathmandu Coast to Coast t-shirts pre-bookings are taken. The price is $15 for one ankle or
• Support crew vehicle sticker (1) $20 for two ankles.
• Support crew wristbands (2). Must be worn to allow
support crew access into transitions and to collect Parking
compeitors equipment. No wristband = no gear Free parking available on the streets surrounding the
collection. Support crew will only be able to collect Westland Recreation Centre and overflow parking
gear corresponding to the wristband number available at the Greymouth High School grounds for a gold
• If a GPS tracker was ordered, collect at registration coin donation.
REGISTRATION WESTLAND RECREATION CENTRE
83 High Street, Greymouth
Registration checklist
Before going to Westland Recreation
Centre, Greymouth
• Check your registration time slot (see
startlist on website)
• Download the event App (search for
‘Coast to Coast’)
• Mountain Run gear check (at selected
Kathmandu stores)
REGISTRATION
Westland
• Bike check (at selected bike stores)
RACE Recreation
BRIEFING
Centre
• Vehicle fuelled up
14Camping at Kumara Racecouse There will be a dedicated drop-zone to the east of
transition on the left hand side of the road, this area
Support crew and competitors can set up camp at the
will be signposted and marshalled, this is the ONLY area
Kumara Racecourse on Wednesday & Thursday nights
competitors are able to exit vehicles and unload bikes,
(including Campervans). There are no powered sites.
vehicles will be directed into this area when space is
$15 per person per night paid in cash on arrival to the
available. Please be patient, follow marshals directions
Racecourse. This is a fundraising activity for the Kumara
and wait until you are within the drop-zone for competitor
Racing Club. If you are camping at the racecourse you
to exit and unload gear. Any competitor seen exiting and
will be required to cycle to Kumara Transition on race
unloading outside of the drop-zone will receive an instant
morning (5km), support crew will not be permitted to
time penalty.
drive from the Racecourse to Kumara Transition on race
morning. Anyone cycling from Kumara racecourse must If arriving from the East (Kumara) you must continue
wear high vis vest and lights. passed transition and turn right at the roundabout, back
Kumara Racecourse facilities passed transition to the drop-zone.
• Campsite If arriving from the West (Greymouth or Hokitika), drive
• Showers passed the transition entrance and unload in the drop-
zone to the east of transition.
• Water
• Toilets Rack your bike according to your race number in
transition. Make sure you remember which row you need
• Camp kitchen to run down to get to your bike.
You must wear your timing transponder, bib, reflective
Kumara Food Stalls ankle bands and cycle helmet for the 2.2km walk to the
A unique, fun and tasty Kumara experience for all! The beach and the run to the cycles. It will still be dark while
Kumara Community will be serving a variety of delicious, you’re walking to the beach.
local, fresh food options on Thursday from 5.30pm at
Bring the gear bag that came with your race pack to
the Kumara Racecourse. Stalls will offer vegetarian, meat
put your warm-up clothes in prior to the start. This gear
and gluten free options, with more servings available
will be collected at the start line and taken to Klondyke
after the amazing support they received last year. Cash
Corner, and will be available for you (or support crew) to
is preferred, but EFTPOS will be available. Food will be
collect at the end of the Mountain Run stage.
available from 5.30pm until 8pm or when the food runs
out. No pre-purchase options. You should use running shoes for the run from the beach
to the transition. Leave shoes at the bike racks - officals
Kumara Transition - Competitors will collect and take to Klondyke Corner for collection.
Make sure shoes are numbered.
5:30am Transition open for bike racking
Please minimise the amount of gear you take to the
6:30am Transition closes for bike racking beach and make sure it all fits in your supplied gear bag.
6:45am Pre-start race briefing at Kumara Beach No extra bags please, space is limited.
7:00am Race Start Individuals
7:20am Race Start Teams (includes Tandems)
CLAAS
Harvest
Centre
• Use the drop-zone, NO PARKING outside of
the drop-zone.
• You must place your bike in the position marked Run
Entry
by your race number.
• Flagpoles, flags or balloons are NOT allowed on
the cycle stands. To start at
Kumara
• You must have front and rear lights on your bike Beach
Bike
• Reflective ankle bands must be worn. No Parking Exit No Parking
• Only competitors to be out of vehicles at the No Parking
Drop Off Zone
drop-off zone, any competitors with support
To Greymouth
crew seen out of their vehicles will receive a
Train track
penalty.
• Anyone cycling from Kumara racecourse must
wear a high vis vest and lights.
15Kumara Transition - Support crew STAGE 1a - Run 2.2km
Support crew are not allowed to be out of cars at the Kumara Beach
drop-off zone, any competitors with support crew seen out There is no start order on the beach. There will be two
of their cars will receive a penalty. flags set back as far as practical on the beach or road
(depending on access to beach) and you will have to start
Once you have dropped your competitor off, drive to the
between these. Please be sensible and seed yourselves, if you
end of the first cycling stage at Aickens Corner and park
anticipate taking 3 hours on the ride don’t start at the front,
in the designated car park. Do not delay - leave early!
you will get run over!
Support crew cannot follow their competitors or offer
assistance on any cycle stage. The course
NOTE: There is a road closure on Friday from the Run up the gravel road and turn left onto the main road,
Kumara roundabout through to Jacksons. Officially there is a slight rise before you reach Kumara Junction. Head
this starts at 6am but you will be able to drop your straight through towards the cycle transition. Turn right into
competitor off and continue through this route as the transition area and run all the way around the outside of
long as you leave the Kumara Transition area by the bike racking area and enter on the far-right hand corner.
6:30am. The transition closes for bike racking at From here you can go directly to your bike.
6:30am. DO NOT ride in the transition, run with your bike to the exit
point and mount your bike where the sign indicates you can
do so.
16STAGE 1b - Cycle 55km
Kumara Transition to Aickens Corner You MUST obey all road rules and keep to the left, DO NOT
• Drafting off other competitors allowed (no drafting cross the centre line under any circumstances. There will also
off non-registered cyclists or vehicles) be media and official vehicles on the road and it is highly
likely you will also encounter local traffic. KEEP TO THE LEFT!
• No support crew on the cycle course
• No personal audio devices are to be used. The There is a railway line between Jacksons and Aickens
competitor must be able to hear other riders and (approximately 2km to go). Road rules apply - stop for trains.
instructions from officials. The crossing has an uneven surface between the tracks – take
EXTREME CAUTION and be especially careful if you are in a
• Cyclists must not ride more than two abreast.
bunch.
• Normal road code applies
• Be aware of traffic in both directions There is a one lane bridge between Jacksons and Aickens.
• Keep to the left, don’t cross the centre line Please obey the road rules and give way to traffic.
• Stop for trains The transition is on the left-hand side about 2km after the
This cycle stage is 55km, following the Taramakau railway crossing. You will see a gravel run-off heading into
valley towards the Main Divide. The route is flat or a paddock and the transition are. Follow the signage and
undulating and has a net elevation gain of 250m. There instructions from officials.
is one railway crossing and several one-lane bridges – if Dismount where indicated, then run with your bike through
you’re in the bunch please indicate to cyclists behind of to rack your bike. Exit the racking area to the far left of the
approaching bridges or hazards. There are several very transition and run down the chute to your crew. Individual
fast downhills and large bunches often form on this ride, crews will be set up on the left side of the chute – make a
please be very careful in bunches – this is often the most plan of where to find them. Be aware of other competitors
dangerous part of the race. running through. Collect your running gear and ensure you
There is a road closure from Kumara Junction to just are wearing your bib before departing onto the Mountain
before Jacksons (10km to go). Do not count on it Run stage. The timing point is after the transition under the
working. inflatable arch as you head out onto the Mountain Run stage.
17You must set up on the right-hand side (as competitors see
Aickens Transition - Support crew it) of the transition chute (individuals will be on the left-hand
side). There will be bib number ranges signposted indicating
Cycle to Run
where to stand and wait for your competitor. Make sure your
• Park where directed by officials, NOT on the road side. competitor has their backpack with compulsory gear, bib and
• No stopping on the side of the track to the car park. timing transponder before they exit onto the mountain run
• No parking in the Taramakau Valley DoC car park. stage.
• No flags on sticks or sharp objects allowed within the
transition. Once your competitor has left on the run, gather up all
cycling and transition gear. Collect the bike from the
• Support Crew or team mates are not allowed to offer transition once officials advise the transition is open to do
assistance or enter any part of the Run stage except so – it will be possible to collect bikes in between waves of
at transition. competitors coming through. Please be quick. You will need
• Support crew cannot enter the running chute – your Support Crew wristband to collect the bike. You will only
competitors must go to their crew. be able to collect the competitor’s bike that corresponds to
• Support crew cannot leave the Aickens car park until the number on your wristband.
after 9am. Don’t panic, there is plenty of time!
• Support crew must not stop at the Deception Officials can make spot checks of competitor’s compulsory
Footbridge and must not use the Deception mountain safety equipment at any time. Do not discard any
Footbridge. equipment, it could be spot checked at any time. Penalties
or disqualifications will be given to all competitors not
On arrival at Aickens Corner, turn left and take the vehicle carrying correct equipment - make sure your competitors are
track to the riverbed car park. Prepare your competitor’s organised and have everything.
Mountain Run equipment.
Competitors will finish cycling, (last 100m is on gravel), Breakfast
dismount before the farm gate, run under the transition Lake Brunner School will have breakfast for sale at the
banner and rack their bikes before running through to the Aickens transition – whitebait patties, bacon, eggs, Blackball
transition change-over area. Please keep gear bins and sausages, omeletes, hash browns, coffee, tea and milo. Bring
deck chairs away from the main transition chute area, set cash for payment. This is a fundrasier for the School.
them up behind the change-over area.
Cycle to Run
Cycle to Run
Transition
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Athletes Car park exit
Only south of car
Assistants park
Entry
Assistant areas – not allowed in
NOTE: No supporters
actual chute (must stay in designated access through field
area, athletes run to crew)
Map shows 2 Day layout, 1 Day to carpark.
assistants are allowed on both sides
of the chute
Assistants
walking route
Athlete flow
18Drink - many competitors choose to drink directly out of
STAGE 2 – Mountain Run 30.5km the rivers. The water is generally very good and safe to
Stage cut-offs: drink but we cannot guarantee this. However, when you
get close to the stopbank and power lines towards the end
2pm Doreen Creek (competitors will return to of the run you will cross the Bealey River, Giardia is
Deception Footbridge) present, do not drink water from the Bealey River.
4pm Goat Pass There is some race-specific course marking, but competi-
7:30pmKlondyke Corner tors are responsible for their own navigation over the course
and should familiarise themselves with the terrain. Com-
Key stage rules (full rules located on the website) petitors who have not been over the course should consider
• Compulsory mountain run equipment must be car- carrying a map (Topo50 Map BV20-Otira) and compass
ried, see page 7 & 8. or GPS. Email info@coasttocoast.co.nz for a downloadable
• Officials can randomly check competitors’ equipment GPS route file.
anywhere on the mountain stage including at Klon- The course marking is a mix of DoC marking and race-spe-
dyke Corner. cific marking – it is a fast, efficient route but it is not com-
• It is forbidden for any competitor to run on railway pulsory to follow, you may self-navigate.
lines (except when directly crossing them), including
the Bealey River railway bridge. Be aware trains are Head out of the Aickens Corner transition and through the
scheduled to be running during the event. timing point under the arch. Follow a farm track for about
2.5km until you reach the Deception Footbridge. Continue
• No personal audio devices are to be used. Phones are straight ahead for about 15m before turning left through
OK to use for photos – there is no cellphone coverage the trees, down the bank and into the river. Cross to the far
on majority of the run stage. side and start up the Deception Valley.
• Do not drop rubbish – carry all rubbish out.
You don’t have to follow a set route but generally follow a
• Mountain running shoes must be cleaned, to Biose- mix of rough tracks and the main riverbed up the valley –
curity New Zealand standards before and after the there are multiple river crossings.
event or when moving between waterways during
the event. You must also do this before and after any After about 13.5km, there is a succession of bush tracks
training on the course. that mark the start of the upper Gorge, here the valley
• Detergent footbaths are provided for Didymo control steepens significantly and the next 4km to Goat Pass take
at Goat Pass. Competitors must immerse both shoes even the quickest athletes close to 40 minutes. This is one
in the baths. of the most stunning sections of the run and has many
routes – following the wet footprints is usually a safe bet.
• It is the competitor’s responsibility to have adequate
skills to negotiate and avoid the hazards on the About 500m from Goat Pass you turn right up a smaller
mountain running stage. The Otira, Deception, Ming- creek and scramble and wade your way up the final part
ha and Bealey Rivers are steep and bouldery and can of the climb. Goat Pass elevation is 1070m so you will have
change conditions rapidly. climbed around 800 vertical metres and run about 17.5km
• Support crew must not run down the riverbed with from Aickens transition to this point.
competitors or take equipment from them or assist From Goat Pass it is around 13km to Klondyke Corner, the
them in any way. track is generally much better formed and includes some
• Hiking poles are not permitted boardwalks over fragile ground. It is also mainly downhill
with the exception of a few short, sharp climbs, the largest
Course notes being Dudley Knob where you will often find race photogra-
WARNING: The run course is very rough and there are phers.
many places where most people simply cannot run. If you The final 5-6km is flat but is some of the roughest riverbed
haven’t been over the course, prepare yourself by doing to run over. When you reach the stopbank you get some
KATHMANDU
a lot of training on the roughest ground you can find.
See the race YouTube channel for some footage from
respite for about a kilometre, then the final 1.5km is real
ankle-rolling stuff, especially if you are tired. Concentrate
COAST TO COAST
the running section. Expect A LOT of running on rocks and focus on getting safely to the cheering crowds waiting
COMPULSORY
with no track. It is a wilderness run. There are only two
ways out, on foot or in a helicopter (which can only fly
at the finish of the stage.
COMPETITOR GEAR
during daytime and in good weather). There are poten- Remember: Take sufficient food and wear sun protection.
tial charges for non-emergency helicopter extractions of
$500 per person.
19MOUNTAIN RUN 30.5KM
START
Aickens Corner
NOTE: No training
prior to race day
2.75km Deception Foot Bridge between Aickens and
Deception foot bridge
as this is Private
Property
14.25km Dorreen Creek
17.5km Goat Pass
22.5km Dudley knob
Klondyke Corner
FINISH
PROFILE
1071
1150
KATHMANDU 950
HEIGHT (METRES)
COAST TO COAST 700
COMPULSORY 450
COMPETITOR GEAR 200
0 2.5 5 7.5 10 12.5 15 17.5 20 22.5 25 27.5 30
DISTANCE (KILOMETRES)
20Drinking water
Do not drink from the Bealey River, Giardia is present. Water
is available from a water tanker, but we recommend that you
fill up water containers prior to arrival at Klondyke Corner.
Klondyke Corner - Support crew There isn’t enough water to replenish campervan showers
Rules and toilets.
• Take all rubbish away with you Meals
• No open fires or solid fuel barbeques Sheffield School will have lunch, dinner and breakfast for sale
• Dogs are not allowed in the National Park (not even at Klondyke Corner. Have cash available. This is a fundrasier
in your car) for the School.
• Don’t drink from the Bealey River, Giardia is present. Gear bags
• Pedestrians must take GREAT CARE when crossing Competitor’s gear bags from the start line and running shoes
the State Highway and cross at the designated cross- from Kumara transition will be available at Klondyke Corner
ing point. for collection. Make sure running shoes are labeled pre-start
• Do not park in long grass, hot exhausts can start fires with the competitor’s race number.
• DO NOT PARK ON THE ROAD VERGE OF STATE Sponsor expo
HIGHWAY 73 UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES There is a sponsor expo, information point and a big screen
Parking for people to watch the progress of their competitor through
On arrival at Klondyke Corner, from the West Coast, turn the Mountain Run. There will be live-feed cameras and timing
right off the State Highway to the parking area. Park your points on the Mountain Run stage. There is limited cellphone
vehicle in the designated mown areas and where directed coverage. At 7pm there will be a highlights video of Day 1 on
by the officials. All competitors and support crew, even if the big screen.
you are not camping, are required to park in the camping Medical services
area. Keep emergency access ways (4m wide lane) clear.
Medical and physio services available. Medical services
Please do not exceed 5kph. Campervans are allowed
are available overnight for athletes and crew camping at
at Klondyke Corner, please note the camping & parking
Klondyke Corner.
areas are a paddocks. Caravans are not permitted.
Massage
Camping
Camping is free and does not need to be pre-booked. Massages available, $40 for 20 minutes (no double bookings).
Sites can be set up from 3pm on Wednesday, check in Bookings can be made by phoning Motus sportshub (03)
with an official before setting up or you may be required 966-6555 from 5 January 2022.
to move. Competitors /support crew must supply their Kayak Gear check
own tents and camping equipment. Camping space is
limited, please be considerate of others with your setup. Selected compulsory kayak gear can be checked
at Klondyke Corner between 1-6pm (check can
be completed by support crew). The items that
Friday (2 day) can be checked are marked with an asterisk on
To C
the Kayak Gear list (p 9&10). You are welcome
& A ampin
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to bring helmet and PFD for review however,
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these will not be officially ‘checked off’ until
Saturday morning.
Once the gear has been checked the dry bag
Tandem Kayak Set Up
will receive an identifying tag. Once checked, no
Day 2 Start Arch
Recovery
Massage, gear may be removed from the bag prior to the
Ice Baths
Spectator
Crossing
& Medical start of the kayak stage. At kayak scrutineering
Point Day 2 Athlete start
gathering point
on Saturday morning you will need to show the
Finish Arch
Big Screen marshals the dry bag with identifying tag. All
Fin
other kayak items must be checked on Saturday
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Exp Timing
morning.
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Notes:
• Bring insect repellent – the sandflies are
ferocious, and relentless
• Portable toilets available
• Limited catering, bar and coffee available
• Big screen with live race coverage
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Athlete flow
21
Saturday (1 day)Saturday timetable (Day 2) There will be a start at 6.45am for competitors who finished
Plan B times may vary
Day 1 after 6pm or for other special circumstances, anyone
4:30am Car parking open at Mt White Bridge in this wave will be unranked. If you wish to be considered
for the early start please visit the Information Point at
5am All Support crew & teammate 1 must have
Klondyke corner on Friday.
departed Klondyke Corner for Mt White Kayak
Transition All competitors must be in their start group by 6.55am. No
exceptions. You can keep your warm-up gear on until the
6:30am Early group report to startline, Klondyke Corner last minute - the bag drop is close to the start line.
6:45am Day 2 Race start (early group) Competitors (except for Early Start wave) will start in order
All other competitors report to startline, Klondyke from Day 1, with the fastest competitors off first in groups
Corner of 15, at intervals of 2 minutes.
7am NOTE: Individuals, Two and Three Person Relay teams will start together in
Day 2 Race starts order of finishing from Day 1. Tandem teams will start after that.
9:20am On river cut-off at Mt White There will be a short briefing with any updated information
4:30pm Cut-off at Gooseberry prior to the start. You will line up in your wave, then start
behind the arch and roll forward across the timing mat as
7pm Cut-off at Woodstock
your wave is released.
8:15pm Cut-off at Gorge Bridge (off river)
The course
8:30pm Must be on bike
Turn left and cycle along the main road for 15km to the Mt
Midnight Course closed White turn-off.
The one-lane bridge near the start is marshaled, follow their
STAGE 3 - Cycle 15.5km & Run 1.3km instructions.
Klondyke Corner to Mt White The ride is undulating with several very fast downhills –
Key stage rules (full rules located on the website) please take extra care if it is wet, windy, or you are in a
bunch. Also be aware of the steep downhill, after the bluffs,
• NO WARM-UP CYCLING ON THE ROAD is often in poor condition and should be treated with extra
• Drafting off other competitors allowed (no drafting off caution.
non-registered cyclists or vehicles).
Once you reach the Mount White turn-off, turn left onto
• No support crew on the cycle course the gravel road, dismount, and run with your bike for
• No personal audio devices are to be used. The 1km~ down to the river. It is highly recommended you carry
competitor must be able to hear other riders and some running shoes or sturdy river booties to put on, or use
instructions from officials. mountain bike shoes for this stage – it is not a pleasant run
• There are three one lane bridges on this ride. Please in socks, bare feet or road cycle cleats!
obey the road rules and give way to traffic. At the bottom of the road is a railway crossing – you must
• There is a railway crossing at Mt White Bridge. obey the marshals here, if a train is coming you must STOP.
• Cyclists must not ride more than two abreast. Failure to obey marshals will result in disqualification. Once
• Normal road code applies it is clear, you cross the bridge and rack your bike on the
• Be aware of traffic in both directions left-hand side of the road where your crew can also meet
• Keep to the left, don’t cross the centre line you.
• Stop for trains Continue running to the right along the road to the kayak
There is limited shelter at Klondyke Corner. Please do not put-in area. This area changes yearly depending on the
take cycles inside the marquee, or lean them against path of the river, it is possible you will still have up to 300m~
KATHMANDU
marquee walls or poles or block access ways. to run until you reach your kayak.
COAST TO COAST
Leave your warm-up clothing in your numbered gear bag
with the officials at Klondyke Corner. Don’t leave valuables
COMPULSORY
in it. This bag will be taken to the finish line at New
Brighton. Officials will take all care, but no responsibility.
COMPETITOR GEAR
22MT WHITE HIGHWAY TRANSITION
1 Day Assistants
Parking
NO PARKING Only
2 Day Assistants
Parking
Leave
access
way clear 1 Day
Assistants
Parking
Only
Timing Mat
KATHMANDU 1 Day Bike
Stands 2 Day Competitors
COAST TO COAST carry/push cycles to the river
COMPULSORY 1 Day Competitors
leave cycles at highway
COMPETITOR GEAR3 person team holding area
Athlete flow
23• No stopping of vehicles to unload kayaks until you are
parked. You must walk with the kayak on the riverside of
the gravel road to the scrutineering area.
• The riverbank area must be cleared of support crew by
7am.
Mount White - Support crew • No support crew are to wait at the highway for their
4:30am Mt White car parking open competitor. No support crew are to wait on the railway
side of Mt White Bridge or on Mt White Bridge. Line up
4:30-6:45am Kayak scrutineering
and wait for your competitor’s number to be called.
5am Support crew must have departed Klond-
• Support crew must wait at the designated assembly area
ke corner
(no waiting next to the kayak). Support crew can only
6:50am Support crew briefing, Mt White move towards the kayak once athlete is on the bridge.
7am Riverbank must be clear of support crew This may require support crew to run with athlete to the
kayak.
Rules
• Your competitor must not take their bib off until they
• Only ONE support vehicle per team permitted at
have reached their kayak. You must not take the kayak
Mount White. No campervans.
to the water until your competitor has their bib on and is
• There is a support crew briefing at 6:50am, ready to paddle.
please ensure you attend this briefing.
• Any cars departing Mt White Bridge with a kayak (either
• No support crew are to walk from the Highway to Mt a spare or withdrawn competitor) must stop and be
White Bridge. cleared by a kayak official.
• You must present your competitor’s kayak and all • You must remain at the river until the last Two Day
compulsory equipment for scrutineering at Mt White competitor has reached their kayak. Do not delay your
Bridge before 6:45am. departure! Leave as soon as you’re cleared to go!
KATHMANDU
COAST TO COAST
COMPULSORY
COMPETITOR GEAR
24Support crew must leave Klondyke Corner by 5am to At the Mt White Bridge turn-off on Highway 73, competitors
drive to Mt White Bridge. You must leave your competitor dismount and carry or run with their cycles for 1km~ down to
behind, with bib, cycle, cycle helmet and timing the river and across Mt White Bridge where they rack their
transponder (and shoes for the run down to Mt White cycle on the left-hand side of the road after crossing the
Bridge, if needed). Competitors should have warm-up bridge, and where you must collect their cycle afterwards.
clothing while waiting to start the cycle at Klondyke
Corner. You are able to leave your campsite set up at Competitors may use running shoes for the cycle and/or run
Klondyke, you will have time after your athlete has to Mt White Bridge – in this case they must carry their shoes
started the kayak stage to return and pack down your with them from Klondyke Corner – no assistance is allowed at
campsite. the Mt White Bridge road turn-off. If a competitor or support
crew is asked by an official to stop for a train, you must do
If you don’t need to be at Mt White Bridge don’t drive so.
down. Some support crew opt to leave a vehicle at
Klondyke Corner so their competitor can stay warm. Help your competitor with their kayaking equipment, and
Vehicles left at Klondyke Corner must wait until the launch them onto the river. Check that their PFD is done up
last Two Day competitor reaches Mt White (about a 40 correctly (& firmly!), competitors will be disqualified for not
minute cycle) before they can leave Klondyke Corner to wearing PFD correctly. Check they have their bib over the
drive directly to Waimakariri River Gorge Bridge (kayak top of their buoyancy vest. Kayaking helmets must be worn.
exit). After your competitor has left make sure you collect all their
Parking at Mt White Bridge will open from 4.30am. First gear including bike, shoes and helmet before proceeding
cars will be parked closest to the transition. to the Waimakariri River Gorge Bridge transition. You must
remain at the river until the last Two Day competitor has
Do not pack equipment into the boat before reached their kayak. Do not delay your departure! Leave as
scrutineering - officials need to check it is all there. soon as you’re cleared to go! Be aware of One Day Support
Have it on display, and then pack it after it has been Crew walking down the road.
scrutineered. All compulsory equipment must remain in
the kayak once checked. Checklist
• Kayaking gear scrutineered and loaded in the boat
Once scrutineered, you will place the kayak in numerical
order on the north bank of the river, and re-pack all • Food and drink for the expected duration, plus a bit
compulsory equipment. Ensure the dry-bag is correctly more
sealed so it remains waterproof. • PFD done up correctly
It is highly recommended that competitors have • Competitor bib over their PFD
additional warm clothing to put on for the kayak stage – • Kayak helmet on, done up
it can be very cold* on the river, especially if they have a • Paddle, spraydeck on, drink system connected
swim. Do not underestimate the river and remember
• Sunblock (keep it off the paddle)
all compulsory thermal gear is in addition to what is
being worn by your competitor when they leave Mt • Collect all transition gear, cycling gear, bike
White. Breakfast/lunch
*Talk about this with your competitor before the race – if you Springfield School will have breakfast and lunch for sale at
are in a down jacket it is very likely your competitor will need
Mt White Bridge between 5-10am on Saturday. Have cash
more than a cycle top!
available. This is a fundrasier for the School.
KATHMANDU
COAST TO COAST
COMPULSORY
COMPETITOR GEAR
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