ATHLETE INFO
2024 EVENT SCHEDULE
Island Hills Station is located 1 hour and 30 minutes north of Christchurch and only 20 minutes inland from the historic Hurunui Hotel.
When travelling north along State Highway 7, take the first left after crossing the Hurunui River (signposted Balmoral Station Road). After approximately 7.5km, take a left on to Tekoa Road. Please note, the final 10km of the journey is along a gravel road.
Full Address:
Island Hills, 1612 Tekoa Road, Culverden 7392
RACE DAY INFO
LOCATION
When driving to the race, the final 10km involves a gravel road and a single lane suspension bridge maintained by the council which is useable by ordinary 2wd vehicles, utes and vans up to 3.5 tonnes gross. The bridge is not recommended for oversized vans or campers (it is 2.8m high and 2.1m wide). There is the option of a river ford which can be crossed by 4WD vehicles during normal river flows. The crossing is typically shallow, however, the river level can rise quickly following heavy rain.
The suspension bridge and ford cross the Mandamus River, approximately 1km from the race village. Please note, on race day the bridge will be marshalled to ensure the safe movement of vehicles.
There is ample space for vehicle parking however, we would highly recommend car pooling wherever possible.
Once onsite it is a 600-800m walk from the car park to the race village.
ACCESS & PARKING
RACE REGISTRATION
Race registration will take place at the following times and locations.
Pre- race registration can be completed Further Faster on Wednesday 23rd April 5.00-7.00pm
On the day of the race from 5.30am in the Woolshed at Island Hills Station. Please note if you opt to complete your registration on the day, this will need to be completed 30 minutes prior to your race start time. For those arriving before sunrise we recommend you bring a head torch.
MANDATORY GEAR
The mandatory gear list includes the absolute minimum to keep you safe during the event and in New Zealand's unpredictable weather systems. If you would normally take something extra on a run of this duration, you should still take it. As the event takes place in the New Zealand backcountry, you should be prepared for all possible weather conditions.
The course passes through remote parts of the property, where protection from the elements and access for the safety team could be timely. It is therefore imperative that all mandatory gear is carried at all times.
In line with our sustainability goals, we are a cupless event. All athletes are required to carry their own drinking cup, bottle or hydration bladder that can be topped up at aid stations and the various creeks. Although a selection of high-energy food is provided at aid stations, we encourage you to carry food with you between aid stations.
Please note; there is no mandatory gear required for the 10km and 4k races however, we ask you carry a drinking vessel with you and always check the conditions and carry with you gear appropriate for the day alongside specific medications you may require.
2024 RACE REGISTRATION & MANDATORY GEAR
GEAR CHECKS
Athletes in the 42km, 30km & 15km distances must have their mandatory gear pass a pre-race inspection. This is to be done pre-event at Athlete Registation.
There will be marshals and safety teams out on the course and all athletes should be prepared for random spot checks, which may occur at any time during the race. Any infringement may result in disqualification or removal from the event.
Athletes must carry the mandatory gear at all times during the race.
The aid stations at Skedaddle will include a selection of high-energy foods, we encourage you to make sure you train with similar foods you will be consuming on race day.
Full Aid Stations will be stocked with, please note some Aid Stations will be limited to hydration and basic items.
Water
Electrolytes - PURE Superfruits flavour
Lollies
Potato chips and Pretzels
Salted peanuts
Sandwiches; Peanut butter, Island Hills Station honey, Marmite and Jam
Fruit (bananas and oranges)
Coke
Please refer to the participant handbook for more details on where the Aid Stations are located on the course.
AID STATIONS
Aid Station #1 - Plantation Block (42km & 30km)
Aid Station #2 - Rockwall Bridge (42km & 30km)
Aid Station #3 - Valley Camp (42km)
Aid Station #4 - Bush Hut (42km & 30km)
Aid Station #5 - Little Trees Saddle (42km & 30km)
Aid Station #6 - Big Island Hills Saddle (15km)
Aid Station #7 - The Airstrip (10km)
Aid Station #8 - Not long to go now / Kids Race (All races)
Aid Station #9 - Race Village (All races)
CUT OFF TIMES
42KM ‘TWO TUNNER’
30KM ‘WILDERBEAST’
SOLAR POWER NZ 15KM ‘DOZER LINE’
10KM ‘HUMBLE DOVE’
Camping is available at the Balmoral Recreation Reserve Camping Ground, located on the corner of Culverden Road and Balmoral Station Road (turn left after Hurunui bridge). Please note that the campground operates under its winter policy after Easter weekend until Labour Weekend. This includes non-powered sites, a long drop toilet and no running water. Fees are $5 per adult per night.
If you are a group looking for accommodation in close proximity to the race, Glen’s of Tekoa have recently renovated their shearers quarters and have backpacker style accommodation for larger groups at $50 per person / night. The accommodation is a 5 minute drive or a 15 minute walk from race registration. For more details and to book contact Erin glensoftekoa@gmail.com or 021 125 3689
The historic Hurunui Hotel, located just 20 minutes from Island Hills Station, has a range of different accommodation options to suit your needs including luxury cottages, hotel rooms and campsites. Check out their website here.
There are also a number of baches and holiday homes for rent in Hanmer Springs, 1 hour north of Island Hills Station. Check out Hanmer Holiday Homes for further information on properties and availability.
ACCOMMODATION
POST RACE INFO
All athletes will be provided with some post race recovery food, including fruit, savoury snacks, water and electrolytes. Medical support will be on site at the finish line to offer support if required.
A selection of vendors will be located in the race village for spectators and support crews to purchase food and drink.
We would encourage you to stick around, soak in the atmosphere and cheer on the other athletes as they finish. There will be a prize giving at approximately 2:00pm.
Any lost property from on the course will be transported back to the race village. A site map will be published closer to the event.
RACE RESULTS
Results from Skedaddle will be available from Sports Splits Timing
PARTICIPANT HANDBOOK
View/Download the 2024 Participant Handbook