Duathlon Solo & Teams

Overview

The duathlon is a challenging yet achievable option for Xterra exponents, mountain bikers or runners looking for something new, or anyone keen for an intro multisport.

Featuring a 32k mtn bike & 21k mountain run, it's a challenging yet achievable tour showcasing Porirua's awesome outdoor resource. Take it on solo or in a team.

See below for course maps and descriptions for each event.

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Mtn Bike 32k

Duathletes start, finish and transition at our Kai Tahi HQ. It's kicks off with an awesome 32k mountain bike following cycle paths along Porirua Stream and through Bishop Viard College to Rangituhi's single track heaven, climbing and descending Rangituhi itself, then heading south to Spicer Reserve and Spicer Forest before returning through Viard and the cycle paths back to the Kai Tahi transition. With 95% single track, 800m of climbing, just as much descending, and nothing too over the top, this is a ride for almost anyone. No E-bikes allowed in the duathlon event sorry.

Mtn Run 21k

Duathletes finish with a spectacular 21km Mountain Run through native bush, farm land and coastline with views over Porirua and Cook Strait. But with 630m of climbing and sometimes rugged terrain, it's a tough way to top things off. From Kai Tahi HQ you run along Porirua Stream and Bishop Viard College to the infamous Scenic Reserve steps to the top of Rangituhi/Colonial Knob. Then you're into Pikarere Farm for a trot along the wild west coast before climbing back over the Takapuwahia skyline and around the base of Rangituhi to finish via Viard and Porirua Stream back at Kai Tahi HQ.