Tarawera Ultramarathon

13 February 2021
Rotorua, New Zealand
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trail race
161 KM
1 days
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ALTERNATE DISTANCES: 102KM / 50KM / 21KM
Difficulty:    Expert
ENTRY FEE:    FREE
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The Tarawera Ultramarathon offers four different ultra distances: 161 (100mile), 102, 87 and 62km. The two top distances are qualification races for the Western States 100 Mile Endurance Run. All distances are UTMB qualifying races for 2019.

The race starts in Kawerau and finishes in Rotorua (Bay of Plenty).

The route is very scenic and is not too hilly. Cut-off times and aid stations are in place with food and beverages.

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Increase of up to 2000 metres with some challenging climatic conditions (e.g. ice, snow, humidity or heat)

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Experienced runners who have completed at least 4 ultras in last 12 months, or are doing regular long distance running (>50 miles) with elevation and conditions shown (where possible). Admission to these races may be subject to receipt of a recent medical examination certificate. Check with the race organiser regarding entry requirements.

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Runners who have completed several ultra distances or similar events, or are doing long distance running regularly, with elevation shown.

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Runners who have completed at least one ultra in last 6 months or are doing long distance running (>26 miles) regularly, with elevation shown.

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First ultra event. Runners completing a marathon or doing regular long distance running (>26 miles) in the last 6 months.