Sometimes it’s less of a run and more of a rocky scramble 😂 The 30.5km mountain run section of the Kathmandu Coast to Coast is without a doubt one of the most spectacular trails in New Zealand but it certainly doesn’t care about your #Strava splits. Expect steep climbs, technical descents, river crossings, and terrain that demands everything you’ve got.

2026 ballot offers have gone out today to all successful applicants. We’ve had an overwhelming response and will be building out a wait list once we have final entry numbers confirmed. For those who received an offer, the deadline to confirm your entry is 14th March 5pm. BRING ON February 2026 🤙

🏃‍♂️🚴‍♀️🌊 Saturday Race Highlights – 2025 Kathmandu Coast to Coast! 🌟🎥 What. A. Race. 🔥 From the pounding surf at Kumara Beach to the final sprint in New Brighton, athletes pushed their limits and created some unbelievable memories across mountains, rivers, and roads. 💪🔥 Relive the action-packed moments, fierce competition, and unforgettable scenery in our official Saturday Highlights film! 🎥: @ron.hp @itch.nz 📺 Watch now and tag your race crew! Who's logging on for the ballot at 9am? 👇 #KMDC2C https://www.coasttocoast.co.nz/the-race-2026

The ballot opens tomorrow, so here's a quick reminder of what the 2nd day of the 2 day race looks like mixed in with some epic Longest day captures. #KMDC2C

Ballot entries officially open tomorrow morning 9am (Feb 17th) for the 2026 Kathmandu Coast to Coast. Tag a mate who needs to get involved! Whether you’re going solo or as part of a team, this is your chance to be part of one of New Zealand’s most iconic multisport event. One ballot application per person/team with up to 2 event categories in a single application (e.g., Longest Day or Tandem Team). For more info & to enter: https://www.coasttocoast.co.nz/the-race-2026

A few highlights from day 1 of the 2 day event. 2.2km Run 55km bike 30.5km Run #kmdc2c

Find your marathon photo's from the link below: https://marathonphotos.live/Event/Sports%2F2025%2FCoast%20to%20Coast/ Sometimes the the running vest can cover a number on the bib, so try a couple of combinations either without the first or last number as well when inputting your number to obtain all your photos. #KMDC2C

There has been a few requests to order extra bibs from this years event. So we are giving you the oppotunity to order extra until the 20th Feb. Follow the link below to order extra bibs https://eventplus.net/shop?eporg=CTC25 Bibs will be posted. #KMDC2C

22x Kathmandu Coast to Coast veteran Ian Walsh caught up with @breakfaston1 this morning to tell his side of the story after a video of him crashing outside the Kumara Racecourse on Friday went viral. Just 5 km into the first 55km cycle stage, Walsh found himself tangled with a temporary traffic light, sending him on a wild ride that included a crash, a snapped derailleur, and a surprising rescue from a campervan couple armed with a fold-out bike.

“I spent my entire day not trying to get ahead of myself and stay in the moment… I didn’t believe [I’d won] until I crossed that finish line.” - Deb Lynch In her 3rd attempt at the Kathmandu Coast to Coast, Porirua’s Deb Lynch managed to fend off five-time winner Simone Maier to claim the crown as the 2025 Longest Day champion

Glen Currie - “The Kathmandu Coast to Coast is a difficult race for Kiwis to win with the course right in their backyard to train on. For overseas competitors, the odds are already stacked against them from the beginning” The dedication and determination of Alex Hunt has been incredible to watch over the past few years. Read Alex’s full story, including how he relocated his whole family to NZ this summer to specifically focus on training: https://www.coasttocoast.co.nz/first-australian-win-32-years

Congrats to our Two Day Individual winners Sam King & Emily Trevail who both maintained their leads from Day 1 of racing to claim victory at New Brighton. Read the full story here: https://www.coasttocoast.co.nz/trevail-king-maintain-lead-to-secure-victory

Who’s already thinking about 2026? 🙋🏻🙋🏽‍♀️ #kmdc2c

Our last athlete is in!!! 17 hours 13mins of grinding 💪🏼 Mental fortitude 20/10 🔥🏆💯 Thats a wrap for Saturday! See you all at the Addington Raceway for prize giving tomorrow.

Day 1 started dark, wet and sandy as athletes took off from the west coast embarking on day to remember! #KMDC2C

Your women’s 2025 kathmandu Coast to Coast Champion, Deborah Lynch! @debby.lynch has broken Simones winning streak crossing the line in an impressive time of 13:06:11 proving she is a dominant force across all disciplines

Your 2025 Kathmandu Coast to Coast Elite Mens Champion Alex Hunt! In a time of 11:29:20 @alexhunt91 has finally pulled together the perfect race to take his maiden title making him the first Australian to win this race in 32 years 🤯 Glen - “nah yea, it’s probably the happiest I’ve ever been to see an Australian to beat a Kiwi” #KMDC2C #Champion

Congratulations to Emily Trevail (left) on taking out the Women's Two Day Individual title followed closely by her training partner Courtney Hawke in 2nd place (right)

From the rainy West Coast to the sunny east, the Longest Day race is shaping up to be an absolute ripper with Hamish Elliot currently in the lead heading into the Kayak & Moira Macdonald trailed very closely by Deb Lynch as they near the end of the mountain run.

A stunning morning at Klondkye for the start of the Two Day race.

Day 1 has concluded at the Kathmandu Coast to Coast 2025. 2-day athletes ran, biked, crawled, and splashed their way from Kumara Beach to Klondyke Corner with what could only be described as almost near-perfect conditions. (Some may say it was a bit muggy 🤷) Meanwhile, the mountain run category was in full force, proving we still have some mountain goats among us. Wellington’s David Haunschmidt was the first mountain runner to cross the line in a time of 3:27:02, and first female Sarah Reeve took the top spot with a time of 04:39:53. The 2-day field wrapped up with Sam King galloping across the line in first with a time of 4:57:14, narrowly holding a 3-minute lead over under-23 elite Jordan Sutherland. Trailing closely in third was under-23 elite Alexis Migounoff with a time of 05:18:38. The first woman to Klondyke, coming in strong, was Emily Trevail, clocking in at 05:34:50, giving herself a good time buffer going into day 2 over Courtney Hawke (05:55:39), who arrived second at Klondyke Corner, only to find Louise Darwin was hot on her heels, trailing by 5 minutes (06:01:14). Excited to see what day #2 will bring for the 2-day athletes, but also, the start of the Longest Day kicks off at 6 am! A big day for athletes and even bigger for spectators and support crews. Remember to be cautious and courteous out there; we all want to see everyone reach New Brighton safely. See you all bright and early for another day of Coast to Coast action! #KMDC2C

Thanks to everyone for an incredible first day of the 2025 Kathmandu Coast to Coast. Check out the highlights film here #kmdc2c

Some of our 2025 Mountain Run podium placers 🥇🥈🥉 #KMDC2C

Race Rego 2025 Kathmandu Coast to Coast

Numbers are picked up, Glen has said his word 2025 Kathmandu Coast to Coast race rego is completed. T-minus 12 hours till the start of the 2day Race! #kmdc2c

This whippet is returning to the 2025 Kathmandu Coast to Coast as our reigning Multisport World Champion from the 2024 men's race. The #1 seeded male proved to the world that he has got what it takes. This Saturday he will be wearing the number 11 bib. Hamish has often shown that is one of the fastest to run over Goat Pass in nearly all 6 past coast to coast events he has competed in. Last year he stepped it up with a mind-blowing improvement to his kayaking and only gained more time on the Waimakariri river stage to hold off the next contender through to the finish line. Hamish has made it clear that he has only improved his kayaking and cycling even further including a flash new time trial bike. The 30 year old says he wants the pressure to perform as he "thrives on it". There no pressure like being reigning champ. No doubt his rivals will be focusing on his weaknesses but after last year's performance it's hard to pick just where he might lack. The lightning fast finishing time of 10 hours 48mins and 53 seconds in 2024 is the fastest time done on the course since Sam Clark's win in 2020. He has a target on his back, the question is will he be in sight this year or over the horizon? Let's find out on Saturday! #kmdc2c

2025’s most decorated Coast to Coast athlete is back for one more year to make history! Simone Maier 5x Coast title holder and reigning champ, #1 seed will be looking fast and the first ever women to wear the #1 bib taking to the start line looking to inspire the younger generation, while breaking the tie with Kathy Lynch to make it a record 6 titles will just be the cherry on top👌 The 44 year old wanaka based adventure racing coach has too many titles to her name to list here, praised by NZ’s golden boy Richie McCaw saying she’s “Just tough” and if you have seen her race, you will know even that’s an under statement. This may be the last time we get to see Simone take to the start line as she has acknowledged that her medal wall may be full enough, “The body is at a point where it’s fun but it’s not fun ! It’s such a big commitment and it’s getting harder and harder. It’s a bit emotional but I think it’s time.” Not wanting to make a drama of the injuries she’s carried through the year, but to use them as motivation instead, the mental strength of Simone is something to be in awe of. 6x Titles or a new Queen of Coast .. either way our eyes will be fixed closely! #KMDC2C

"The more pressure, the more expectation - I thrive on it. I want as much as much as the media and the public will give me, and I put it on myself as well. That just excites me to perform well and execute." Wanaka's Hamish Elliot is shaking off the target on his back as he heads into uncharted territory - competing for the first time as defending champion.

It would be hard to imagine the Kathmandu Coast to Coast without Elina Ussher. The Nelson-based multisport legend, ranked 2nd to win, has competed more than any other female in the event's 43-year history. This Saturday Elina will once again line up on Kumara beach for her 20th race in a row. “Obviously I would like to go faster- it’s always about the same time. The hardest part of the day for me has often been the final bike leg and that’s where I’ve lost the race quite a few times. It’s an area we’re trying to improve- I’ve got a new Trek Time Trial bike so hopefully that helps !” #kmdc2c

Catching the hearts of many, he may just be the peoples athlete of 2025. After narrowly missing out on his maiden title last year by under 3 mins, prepared for it to be his last race, his loving family became the driving force behind him to keep going, travel across the ditch and get that win. There's not much more determination you could give a man to get the job done. "I told myself and my family that it was going to be the last one, but Maggie my partner was supportive and keen for me to go again." Hobart's Alex Hunt is back and justifiably the #2 seed, aiming to secure the Multisport Championship title not just for the Aussies, but for his family too. Alex being no stranger to that top spot, taking wins at the 2019 and 2024 Wulong Mountain Quest race in China with team Topsport and the 2023 Redbull Defiance with his brother. Working closely with Coast to Coast great Gordon Walker finding strength and speed anywhere they can, spending a lot of focus on his paddle, which he felt let him down in previous years, Alex will be a formidable contender, but he is very much aware his rivals are no slouches, openly giving them the respect they deserve, he's heading into this race grounded and focused, ready to leave it all on the line. Aussie Aussie Aussie Oi Oi Oi Alex's full story here - https://www.coasttocoast.co.nz/the-hunt-is-on #KMDC2C

Our media team are dusting off the drones and gearing up for another epic weekend chasing you guys across the South Island. Keep an eye out for the Day 1 highlights film which will be played on the big screen at Klondyke at 7pm on Friday and up on our FB & IG

2024 was the year of Deja Vu for Porirua’s Deborah (Debbie) Lynch after taking another 6th for her 2nd year, Debbie has put in the work and has her eyes set on taking that maiden title. Finishing an agonisingly close 2nd at the 2024 Motu challenge behind Elina, Debbie is showing the hard work is paying off. With an additional 12 months of experience under her belt and a dedicated focus on enhancing her paddling and biking skills, complementing her formidable running strength, the 32-year-old is undoubtedly poised to make an upset come February 8 and is a clear choice for our #3 seed. With some impressively fast times clocked throughout the year, all eyes will be closely watching to see if Debbie can outwork her Redbull defiance winning team mate Simone Maier. #KMDC2C

Making waves on his return back to the coast to coast start line, taking podium spots at the 2024 Motu challenge and Wulong mountain quest race in china, then using the 2025 Tauranga half as a warm up race where he not only won the open mens but finished 7th overall pipping 3 pro's to the line 🤯 4x Coast to Coast title holder Sam Clark taking our #3 Seed The 34 year old Whakatane legend returning to his Greymouth birthplace with eyes set on one thing.... Is this the return of the king? “The biggest challenge this time around is going to be managing the training while also working a 45hr per week job, which kind of puts me in line with almost every other person that’s competing and back to where I was when I first started the event.” Although the calibre of athletes he's up against wont make it easy, the full time mechanical engineer trumped his concerns about balancing the full time career and training, showing some impressive recent Strava times. The mental games have started and Sam has our full attention! #KMDC2C

Road Closure Reminder! ⛔️ SH73 from Kumara Junction to Jacksons will be closed this Friday 7th Feb, from 6am to 10am and Saturday 8th Feb, from 5am to 8am. The alternate route is via Moana and Stillwater to SH7 and Greymouth. Please be patient when you drop off your athlete at the Kumara transition and follow the marshal's directions. They'll guide you to the drop zone where your competitor can safely exit and unload their gear. Please NO PARKING outside of the drop zone. #KMDC2C #ClosedRoad #wakakotahi Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency - South Island

"When I crossed the finish line last year, I knew I had more to give and areas to improve on. This made it an easy decision to return for another year!" A quick decision for the Canterbury local after finishing top 10 at last years event. Already proving cycling as her dominating strength taking the fastest female split for last years 1st bike leg. She has spent the year executing a well structured training regime, spending a lot of time on course building strength into her Running and kayaking, turning every rock and navigating every rapid to find more speed. This race course knowledge and disciplined training has placed Alice in the #4 seed. Fortunate to recently return to China for a second year to compete in the Wulong Mountain Quest adventure race. Since then, Alice has balanced her time, focusing on quality training, solid recovery, and spending valuable time with the family. The 32 year old is super excited for race day following a few big months of training, being no stranger to the race day jitters with 6 races under her belt, she will be lining up cool, calm and collected ready to take that elusive championship title. #KMDC2C

Rolling through in an impressive 3rd at last year's Coast to Coast wasn't enough for our 35-year-old Christchurch local. He immediately began analysing where he lost 13 minutes after going toe to toe with Alex and Hamish. That passion and determination along with finishing 11th in the recent Asia Pacific ironman Champs has placed Ben Phillips as our #4 seed. Acknowledging that he might not have had the same level of commitment this year, this has resulted in a short buildup period to regain his race weight and fitness. Despite this, his training has remained reasonably similar to the previous year, with some adjustments and introductions to make him a stronger all rounder. Having felt that last years conditions the didn't particularly suit him, impacting his overall performance has fuel'd his determination to adapt and overcome. Will the tides be changing in this surf lifesavers favour? Ben Phillips is definitely on our radar to watch! 👀 "I enjoy the varied training required for the C2C. It’s a good chance to get out and train in some unique locations." #KMDC2C

The 40+ vegetable grower is eager to be back racing and embracing the event for another year. With a First-place finish in this year’s Topsport Pro-am Kayak series and a very tidy 2nd at the Oxman Multisport race, he's undoubtedly one to watch. A bit more of a relaxed approach to this years training and racing, has left Ryan Kiesanowski fresh and rearing to go! "Feeling fit and healthy" and considered even across the three disciplines, his mental strength will be his significant advantage as he heads into this year’s Longest Day, demonstrated by finishing 3rd while sporting a broken toe in 2021. Coming agonisingly close to winning his maiden title in the 2023 event will undoubtedly be lingering in the back of his mind as our #5th seed lines up for this years race. Ryan will have the support of his wife, Rebecca, experienced multisporter Nathan Peterson and coach Paul Cadman on race day. #KMDC2C

After finishing top 10 on debut last year and getting a taste of the South island, Townsville's 33 year old, Hilary Bell has come back for round 2 eyeing up a podium spot. A 3rd place at the 2024 250km Swim/Run/adventure race and a dominating 1st at Expedition Malaysia has earned herself a respectable 5th seed. Sporting a consistent training year with no injuries and working closely with coach Matty Graham, This all rounder is proving to be an athlete to keep an eye out for! 👀 "Coast is such a unique iconic race. I enjoy the race for the challenge and it’s just so epic! Nothing I’ve raced before compares to it. The training for it can be pretty fun and crazy too😁" #KMDC2C

Every year we come across across incredible stories from our athletes, like Haley Wells, a 44-year-old policewoman from Auckland who survived 2 strokes in 2023. She's now lining up for the two-day tandem teams race next Friday. Read her full story here: https://www.coasttocoast.co.nz/double-stroke-survivor-s-journey-to-the-kathmandu-coast-to-coast

1 week to go until you find yourself crossing the 2025 Kathmandu Coast to Coast finish line!!! New Brighton is eagerly awaiting your arrival 🏃‍♀️‍➡️+🚣🏼-🏊🏻‍♀️+🚴=🏅 #kmdc2c

“Doing sport is my life. I’ve been doing it for so long so my body is used to it. I get more stressed if I have to sit down for a couple of hours. And Coast is almost the only Multisport Race left in the country- that’s one of the reasons why I’m racing it time after time. I would say that the course is probably the best in the world for a race like that.” Elina Ussher shares her insights and race strategy ahead of next weekend’s Kathmandu Coast to Coast where she’ll line up on Kumara beach for her 20th race.#kmdc2c Read the full article here: https://www.coasttocoast.co.nz/ussher-back-for-her-20th-race

Radio repeaters are in thanks to our friends @christchurch_helicopters These guys are genuine legends when it comes to technical lifting jobs - hit them up for any commercial or agri work you need done in Canterbury.

22 year old Josh Nichol, a favourite for this years Youth Elite category is hoping for a “smoother” performance than 2024 where he was pulled off the gruelling mountain run stage 28km in with extreme fatigue and ended up in hospital. But Glen has made it clear, it wont be easy! Glen Currie - “Reading through the entrants for this years event it is again an exciting line up with a lot of depth in a variety of sports. It should present for close racing for the title of Youth Elite Champion.” Full article below: https://www.coasttocoast.co.nz/battle-heats-up-in-elite-youth-category #KMDC2C

Alex Hunt is back for 2025 with his sights set firmly on the Longest Day victory after narrowly missing out last year by just 3mins. "It wasn’t an immediate decision to come back, that’s for sure ! I’d told myself and my family that it was going to be the last one, but Maggie my partner was supportive and keen for me to go again." Alex shared some insights from last year with us along with his plan of attack for next Saturday. Have a read here: https://www.coasttocoast.co.nz/the-hunt-is-on

ATTENTION ATHLETES & SUPPORT CREWS. Have you read the handbook cover-to-cover and still got questions? Let us know in the comments below if there's anything you're still unclear on and we'll put together some FAQs so everyone can be ready for race day.

Congratulations to Josh Lamb on winning our Camp Kathmandu giveaway. Josh and his support crew will enjoy an exclusive one-night VIP stay at Klondyke corner and keep all the Kathmandu camping gear they use - valued at a whopping $6.5k. Enjoy mate! @jlamb722 #kmdc2c

🏃‍♂️ Only 10 days until race day! 🏁 How many times have you conquered the Goat Pass in your prep? Let us know and share your adventures! 🐐💪 #KMDC2C #RacePrep

Final Cycle Stage Change Reminder! There has been a change to the final Cycle Stage (Gorge Bridge to New Brighton). Once into Christchurch athletes will now turn LEFT off Marshlands road onto Lower Styx Road, Right onto Te Korari Street, Left onto Te Rito Street, Left onto Prestons Road. The full course below with the updated section in Bold. 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Turn right and cross the one-lane Gorge Bridge and head up the small incline, which is the only climb on the final cycle. After 8.8km on the main road, turn right onto South Eyre Road. Continue down here for 41.2km (including 26km without a turn). Turn right onto Tram Road and follow the road over the bridge that crosses State Highway 1 for 2.75km. Turn right onto the Main North Road and follow this, across the Waimakariri River, for 2.9km to a large intersection and continue straight onto Marshland Road, there is a railway line crossing after this intersection, obey road rules and stop for trains. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝟑.𝟓𝐤𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐋𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐲𝐱 𝐑𝐨𝐚𝐝, 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧 𝐥𝐞𝐟𝐭, 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐓𝐞 𝐊𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐫𝐢 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭, 𝐋𝐞𝐟𝐭 𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐓𝐞 𝐑𝐢𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭, 𝐋𝐞𝐟𝐭 𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐑𝐨𝐚𝐝 (Prestons Road follows onto Burwood Road) and then turn left into Mairehau Road. Continue for 2.2km then turn left into Beach Road for 1.75km. The road turns to the right and becomes Marine Parade - and the finish is within sight. Ride 2.3km down Marine Parade before dismounting directly in front of the New Brighton Pier. Click the link below for a GPX route of the final stage to download to your bike computer. https://www.coasttocoast.co.nz/handbook #KMDC2

"As an athlete, you always want to raise the bar and I want to raise the bar for the youngsters behind me" Five-time and reigning Coast to Coast champion Simone Maier will have a single shot at creating her own slice of Kathmandu Coast to Coast history on February 8. @speedyrennmaus 6 x Coast to Coast champion has a nice ring to it 😉 https://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/360555318/just-tough-all-blacks-legend-richie-mccaw-praises-retiring-coast-coast-great-simone-maier #KMDC2C

Athlete notice: DOC has increased it's marking throughout the Deception route, so it has been decided that course marking is not necessary. Follow the DOC marking as it is generally the smoothest line anyway!. Key turn off's will still be taped and of course our friendly mountain crew will still be onsite! #KMDC2C

Only 2 days left to enter!! Remember to be in to win you must tag @kathmandugear, @costtocoastnz and #Campkathmandu to your instagram post! #kmdc2c

𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: We have noticed a few Kathmandu Coast to Coast pages popping up outside of the established "training groups" that aren't linked to us. We understand this can get confusing for athletes and support crews when multiple pages are present on who to follow or to contact for information. 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐩𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐫𝐮𝐧 𝐛𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐊𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐮 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦. Any race updates or information is posted to this page only. Identifying the official page: - No Year in Our Name: Our official page does not include the event year in its name. - Blue Tick for Verification: Look for the blue tick next to our name to confirm the authenticity of the page. If in doubt , please send your enquiry to info@coasttocoast.co.nz See you all in 3 weeks!!!! 🤯 #KMDC2C

All online bookings close on Monday 20th January. An email was sent out on the 10th of January which included links to book the following: - Klondyke Meals - Event photos - GPS tracking - Kumara Camping. Dont miss out!! #KMDC2C

A reminder for for all athletes and support crews to download the latest handbooks. key specifics about the race can change from year to year which are updated in the handbook. https://www.coasttocoast.co.nz/handbook #KMDC2C

Gear checks are open from today!! Bike checks open at selected retailers between Wednesday, 15th January until Wednesday, 5th February, 5pm. You do not need to book for the bike check, but it is recommended. Please note, that the bike check isn’t a free 'bike service', please ensure this is done before the event if required. You can complete your Mountain Run Gear check at Kathmandu Stores between Wednesday 15th January until Wednesday 5th February, 5pm OR if there is not a participating store near you, you will be able to complete the check at Registration. Follow the link to the selected stores: https://www.coasttocoast.co.nz/checks

𝐖𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐞-𝐧𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐊𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐊𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐲𝐤𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐠𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐮𝐬𝐞!! To enter, Coast to Coast athletes must: 1)Share a photo or video to their '𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐝' training for Coast to Coast 2)Tag @kathmandugear and @coasttocoastnz 3)Hashtag #Campkathmandu 4)Follow @kathmandugear and @coasttocoastnz Available in NZ only 13 January: Applications/competition open 22 January: Applications/competition close 24 January: Winner drawn and announced! 24 January - 6 February: Kathmandu and the winner discuss logistics. 7 February: Kathmandu sets up camping space for winner to enjoy. 8 February: Kathmandu packs down camping space; winner takes gear with them OR Kathmandu coordinates delivery to winner's identified address in New Zealand by end of February. Prize: Win an exclusive one-night Kathmandu camping experience at Klondyke Corner Kathmandu will provide the following equipment for you to enjoy: -Tent -Sleeping bags and liners -Mattresses -Chairs and table for outside your tent -Rechargeable lanterns -Hand torches -Gasmate stove 2-burner -Cutlery sets -Coffee mugs -Plates and bowls -Retreat trolley -Microfibre towels Kathmandu will manage set-up of your camping equipment. Kathmandu will manage pack-down of your camping equipment; Winner to identify if they would like to take the equipment with them directly or if Kathmandu to organise delivery post event. Winner: 1 Coast to Coast athlete, plus 2 members of their support crew* Link to in our bio for more information. #KMDC2C

Why should the athletes get all the fun!? This is a call out for all support crew’s to get involved with your most creative costumes! Be the Mater to your Lightning McQueen #kachow⚡️ #KMDC2C

28 days to go!! The count down is on 🤯 We highly advise getting your bike and gear checks done prior to registration to save time. Bike and gear checks are available from the 15th January onwards at all stores attached to the link below or found on the website under Athlete info -> Compulsory Checks. https://www.coasttocoast.co.nz/checks It is advised to book your bike checks in at your chosen store from the list prior to showing up. #KMDC2C

The Motus Health massage team will be at Klondyke Corner on Friday! Massages are $50 for 20 minutes (no double bookings *). Bookings can be made by phoning Motus (03) 966-6555, or ideally via online from 5 January 2025. Please try and bring cash for this as WiFi network can be problematic at Klondyke when making card transactions. We advise you to book an hour or so after your expected finish time. Bookings also available on the day at the massage tent, but preference given to those that have prebooked. A large percentage of participants under estimate their run time and make massage bookings they fail to get to. We suggest making a massage time on the conservative side *Double bookings may be accommodated on the day depending on demand. #kmdc2c

Finish line feels! We hope everyone has had an amazing Christmas and wishing you all a happy New Year! The 2025 Kathmandu Coast to Coast is almost here 🫣 who’s panic training??? #KMDC2C

To all our 2 day athletes and 2 day support crews! Key information, new for 2025 + Find a Pro tip at the bottom! This year, the 2nd day start from Klondyke Corners starts 15 minutes earlier than previous years. 1 important requirement to note from this change is front and rear lights are now compulsory for this ride from Klondyke corner to Mt White bridge. The following rules remain unchanged: • NO WARM-UP CYCLING ON THE ROAD • Drafting off other competitors is allowed (no drafting off non-registered cyclists or vehicles). • No support crew on the cycle course • No personal audio devices are to be used. The competitor must be able to hear other riders and instructions from officials. • Front & rear cycle lights must be on. • There are three one lane bridges on this ride. Please obey the road rules and give way to traffic. • There is a railway crossing at Mt White Bridge. • Cyclists must not ride more than two abreast. • Normal road code applies • Be aware of traffic in both directions • Keep to the left, don’t cross the centre line • Stop for trains Pro tip! - Bring a wind trainer to warm up on if you have space in your vehicle. Your legs will be stiff from the day 1 and you are heading straight into some hills. Spend 20 mins spinning lightly to get some blood flowing in those legs and start the day off successfully! #KMDC2C

“When I was in hospital having my surgery the entries came out for Coast to Coast and I thought ‘I don’t want to be sitting in a hospital bed, I want to do this’.” From the hospital bed to the Kathmandu Coast to Coast in less than 2 years 🤯 Read Elise Cassidy's inspiring Story on the Kathmandu Coast to Coast website. Link -> https://www.coasttocoast.co.nz/entering-coast-with-cancer-new-baby 1News story here -> https://www.1news.co.nz/2024/12/17/coast-to-coast-athlete-overcomes-odds-to-reach-start-line/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR3ztE-E7NMnZQg97OZbP6X4tNZFShnTh7AC8eWxrTh2nr4Fc6xvPZAu0M8_aem_n9O8bpu5nK4ti_BFzeIVDw #KMDC2C

Every year the Kathmandu Coast to Coast brings to light some incredible stories. Tune in to ONE News at 6pm tonight, to hear Elise Cassidy’s story and the adveristies she is overcoming to compete at the 2025 Kathmandu Coast to Coast. @1newsnz @jordanoppert #KMDC2C

Are those bananas shaped for aerodynamics? 🤷 There will only be a very small percentage of people every year which everything goes exactly as planned, which means there should be some good "whoops! stories" out there. Let us know in the comments what your race day accident was! #KMDC2C

The Deception River is not just a waterway. This river marks the beginning of a journey that takes you through the rugged beauty of Goat Pass, where you step away from the comforts of civilization and embrace your inner hobbit on a path that promises both challenge and wonder. Before the alluring adventure of Goat Pass can be fully appreciated, the Deception River must be crossed! Here are our top tips! 1) Slow down and examine. Take a second to assess. This river can vary greatly depending on the weather. keep an eye out for the marshalls, they often point to where the best spot to cross is. 2) Safety in numbers. LInk arms with a buddy, or 3! especially if you are shorter or lighter, it will help anchor everyone down and keep you all upright, it might be a few seconds slower, but so is tripping and swimming!! 3) Consider leaving a layer on. Chances are, when you get to this point, the sun would have not crested over the hills enough to warm you up straight after this crossing. Prepare to be wet for potentially up to an hour of this run untill the sun gets higher in the sky. Keeping your arm warmers and gloves on from the first bike leg should be enough. If you are susceptible to the cold, maybe opt for a breathable thermal. 4) It’s the first section of river rocks you will be running on, take a second to get accustomed with the change of terrain. 5) Commit! Will it be cold? YES! Will it be deeper for some of our shorter athletes? YES! Will it cross itself? NO! #kmdc2c

Trying to pack light but also pack enough fuel to sustain your training can be difficult! Thankfully OSM are small, light and are packed full of all the good stuff to help get you through those increased hours of training you're putting in! So we would like to offer a discount code of 15% for all Coast to Coast participants, to purchase your training fuel online at munchtime.co.nz Code is COAST15. This will be available to use online until Dec 31. Pro tip! - Always have a stash in your glovebox to eat while you are driving home for post training refuelling. #kmdc2c

The first week back at work after completing the Kathmandu Coast to Coast is always filled with excitement and a touch of exhaustion. As you and your colleagues gather around the office-supplied coffee and biscuits during morning tea, the air is buzzing with shared weekend war stories. Each tale is more thrilling than the last, but yours is the one that stands out. You begin to recount your elaborate and daring Coast to Coast campaign. Describing the grueling trek over rugged terrain, the adrenaline-pumping kayak across roaring rivers, and the relentless cycle through picturesque yet challenging landscapes, you paint a vivid picture of perseverance and triumph. Your colleagues listen intently, though there's a hint of skepticism in their eyes. Despite their disbelief, you have an ace up your sleeve. With a confident smile, you reach for your phone and pull out a photo that captures the pinnacle of your adventure: a moment frozen in time as you boost over Goat Pass, the wind in your hair and determination in your eyes. This undeniable proof silences any doubts, as your colleagues gather around to admire the evidence of your victory. As you saunter back to your desk, basking in the glory of winning this week's weekend war stories, you can't help but feel a sense of gratitude. It was all made possible thanks to the efforts of Christchurch Helicopters Ltd ferrying the media team to the right place at the right time, capturing the exhilarating moment that would forever serve as proof of your heroic Coast to Coast journey. Christchurch Helicopters Ltd are without a doubt, one of the biggest assets towards running the Kathmandu Coast to Coast successfully. Prior to the race day, they are installing radio repeaters, dropping off key equiptment and marshals throughout the Goat Pass. On both race days they are running safety and ferrying essential personal. We more than appreciate all the hard work their team does and love having them on board with us. These legends should be the first thought to call for any agricultural spreading & spraying, scenic flights or lifting jobs. #KMDC2C

Nothing like getting out of the boat and walking like a newborn giraffe to bring in a crowd! The Gorge Bridge transition is a win-win for all involved! All of the crowd’s cheers breathe enough life back into your diminishing fuel tank to hammer home on that last leg, all they ask for in return is to witness some wobbly legs and an exhausted athlete’s raw emotions! 🤷‍♀️🤷‍♂️ Safe to say, no one’s disappointed! Here’s our ‘Top Tips’ for successfully making it through the kayak leg: 1) A boat you are stable and comfortable in will ALWAYS be faster than a boat you are “stable ish” in over this distance. So if you are currently 50/50 about your boat choice still, go for the more stable boat. 2) Be as hand’s free with your nutrition as possible! Unless you have practiced a good amount. It is very difficult to take a hand off the paddle to eat whilst going down the river, so I would recommend to chow down some solids prior to getting in the boat and rely on a calculated concentrated liquid fuel source and a fresh water pick up to wash it all down with. Head to your local Pure Sport’s Nutrition stockist for some advice in this area. 3) Throw a spare paddle in your boat! Mistakes are made when you are fatigued, the trick is to be as best prepared as possible for the “race ending” ones. Paddles snap, they slip out of tired hands and if you accidentally fall out and the paddle gets away from you, it could completely end your day. The weight penalty of a spare paddle is nothing in comparison to an unfortunate situation ending your day early. 4) Practice! Kayaking is a very technique based sport. So get a crew together and practice those skills that your kayak instructor taught you. Please don’t ‘JUST’ rely on your couple of days with an instructor. These skills need to be practiced. 5) Take it all in! When you get into the Gorge, take a second to absorb where you are, what you are accomplishing and how stunning the scenery is down the Waimakariri. This should be enough to re-energise you for a few more km’s. #KMDC2C

There's something magical about this 30.5km Goat Pass run that leaves you broken, shattered and yet... in awe and craving for more. if you've done it, you know what it's about. But if you haven't! Here are our top tips for succesfully making it through to Klondyke Corner: 1) Look up!!! "Occasionally" You will be so focused on where your foot placement is going and where to next navigate across the river you will undoubtedly miss some of the most beautiful scenery NZ has to offer. So from time to time, slow down a little bit and take it all in... it truely is breath taking through there. 2) Find an experienced Goat pass runner and ask their advice on shoe choice. This not a typical trail run because well... there isn't really a trail at all! From crossing the first river at 2km until the Goat hut, you are running up and on the river bed, which consists of ankle rolling rocks as far as the eye can see and multiple river crossings. so your roady or park run shoes for the most part wont cut it. *Bonus tip - Stay away from gortex shoes, they will get filled with water from a crossing anyway and they arent very good at draining!! 3) Put nutrition in a place where you can easily reach it, even better if you can reach it without looking! It's too easy to loose track of time while you are dancing over rocks focusing on every step that you may find yourself forgetting to eat and drink and quickly become under fuel'd. 4) Bring a speed cup and attach it externally to your pack. As you are crossing the rivers, with one swift movement you can fill your speed cup up and hydrate. This is a good way to make sure you maintain enough water in your pack for the 2nd half of the run where rivers dont occur as often and then become undrinkable towards the end. 5) Pick a line and commit! Some athletes will go left of the river and at the very same time there will also be some going to the right of the river and you will absolutely be questioning your line choice. There are markers throughout the run so it is easy to follow your nose and not get lost. Try your best not to back track, just pick a line and commit! #KMDC2C

Arguably one of the best ever is back! Sam Clark is tired of lurking from the side lines and plans to show the young guns why he's a 𝟒𝐱 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩😤🏆 Will a 5th take him to legendary status, or will the challenge of tipping over one of the best ever be enough fuel for the other elite men? 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞! For the full story -> https://www.coasttocoast.co.nz/sam-clark-announces-return-for-2025# #KMDC2C

𝐆𝐨 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧...𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐂𝟐𝐂 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐆𝐨𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐞 𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐫. The Bealey Hotel are offering 10% off accommodation for those who've entered the event. If you're crazy enough to do a couple of back to back training runs over Goat Pass prior to the event, then believe me, you want the nice plush bed @thebealeyhotel has to offer! Your body will thank you for it. FYI they're pretty heavily booked already!!! #KMDC2C

Race day nutrition isn’t just for race day! The crowd @puresportsnutrition is offering an exclusive discount code: C2C2025 Be sure to test out your nutrition strategy before the big day!!! #kmdc2c #puresportsnutrition

Whether your tackling the 2 day or the 1 day! This first bunch ride sets up your entire day. So here are our top tips! Tip 1) While riding in the bunch, Be soft and smooth on your brakes. Quick and Sudden braking does not give the rider behind you much time to react! Tip 2) Now is a good time to have breakfast! It’s not easy to eat a full breakfast that early before the race start, but It’s a lot easier to eat and drink on the bike than while you’re focusing on not rolling your ankle on the run. So pre load as much here as your nutrition plan can allow! Tip 3) if you get a puncture or a mechanical and need to stop, don’t just slam on your brakes, throw one hand high in the air to signal the riders behind you so they know you are stopping and can appropriately avoid you. Tip 4) Work as a pack and roll through! It’s far too early in the day to do hero pulls, save energy AND TIME by working together with the group you end up in. Tip 5) Keep a cool head when leaving the first transition and entering Aickens corner transition, the most incidents evidently happen at these 2 areas! Bonus tip) Practice, Practice, Practice!! A little bit goes a long way, so get in touch with your local road cycling club about joining group rides or get in touch with @teamcpnz who offer great training and group rides! #kmdc2c

Unlock your @championsystem C2C kit at https://csnzstore.myshopify.com/pages/coast-to-coast Kits are made to order with cutoffs and delivery dates fixed. The next order cut off is on 12th Nov for a 6th Dec delivery. ps. Anyone else getting Zwift flash backs?🫣😎 #KMDC2C

To all our North Island athletes, We are aware it can be a very stressful bottleneck getting to Race Day within your race prep timeframe and can appreciate it's a costly exercise as well!! -So not only are we reminding everyone who hasn't booked the ferry yet that there is a 20% discount for all Coast to Coast athletes. -But also Interislander offer a 'Cruisy Pay' option where you can book the date you want that best suits your race prep plan and pay it off in instalments. -If all the spots are taken on the ferry prior to race day, now is a good time to reach out in the Coast to Coast Training 2025 page and organise car pooling your gear and flying down instead. We have an amazing community that goes above and beyond to help their fellow athlete. Don't leave it to the last minute! #interislander #KMDC2C

Competitor Notice! -Discount codes for purchasing gear at any @kathmandugear have been emailed out. -We understand some of you may not have received the email due to email settings, shared emails and general tech issues. -If you have not received the discount code within one of our emails, please contact info@coasttocoast.co.nz and the team will be able to help you out. -𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐛𝐨𝐱'𝐬 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐛𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠. -NZ and Australia have different codes, so if you have travelled to NZ from Australia prior to NOV 1st to start training please get in touch for a NZ code. Happy Training! #kmdc2c

98 Days to the Longest Day Start!!!!! Time to start panic training yet?🫣 #kmdc2c

☀️Spring time is well and truely here!!! 😎Kayak Training Time #kmdc2c

We're not saying cycling into a head wind on South Eyre road or kayaking down the Waimakariri has the potential to turn you into a great sailor......but 👀...... @dougal_allan might? Congratulations to you and Team Emirates on your 7-2 Victory Dougal Allan !!! Coast legends really are coming out in full force this year!!

Ever been so conflicted that you don't know whether to be excited or scared? Welcome to the end of the Kayak Leg! Where your relief of making dry land is only succumbed to by the thought of having to run up a hill with dead legs, drenched in more than just water and sweat. We wont tell your support crew the contents of your boat if you don't tell.... 🤫🤐 #kmdc2c

Season 6 Episode 3 of the Kathmandu Coast to Coast Podcast, powered by Teamcpnz . Episode 3 of this season is all about getting to the start line- fit as you can, injury-free, fresh and ready to go with a plan of how you and your support crew are going to execute your day. We are joined by Sam Manson – Sam is not just your average multisporter; he thrives on pushing his limits in events like the legendary Kathmandu Coast to Coast. Join us as we dive into what is behind his stellar conditioning, how he gears up for those challenges, and the fun adventures that come with being a multisport athlete. Get ready for some inspiring stories and tips that will keep you motivated all season long! Also in our awesome line-up we chat to Motus Physio, Brett Warman. Brett will fill us in on making it to race day in one piece…using the good old adage of 'prevention is better than cure!' Join us this Sunday as we go live from 715pm #KMDC2C

Teamcpnz next podcast has been locked in! Without giving too much away. 🤫 The main topic is around injury prevention, so we want to know what burning questions you have and want answered by our "mystery" professionals. (Special guests, dates and times will all be announced in the next Teamcpnz Podcast post.) #KMDC2C

Let's talk bunch riding! Daylight savings is in sight which means local twilight road racing clubs will be popping up out of hibernation. Last year we had an unfortunate accident right at the start of the first bike leg that ended the race day for one competitor. It is incredibly essential to have practiced "group riding" prior to the race start. The best way to get practice, like anything, is to immerse yourself. Now, is the best time to get in touch with your local road cycling club and head along to their twilight series, every club we have ever known is incredibly accommodating to new riders and will be able to teach you all the skills necessary to ride safely in a bunch. #kmdc2c

Are you ready for the carnage???? Mountain Run entries open tomorrow @ 7pm!! Remember it is a first in first serve basis then will go to a waitlist. ........ON YOUR MARKS...........GET SET........ #KMDC2C #mountainrun

Think warm Klondyke Corner camping thoughts. The friday night spent here exchanging "hydration" drinks and sharing war stories from the battle over Goats Pass is always one for the books. #KMDC2C

Dates are announced for the Mountain Run!! Entries will open on Sunday 1 September, 7pm. Entries will NOT be allocated via a ballot, entries will be via a first in first serve basis. Once capacity is reached a wait list will operate. (We will post a reminder the night before to get your computers warmed up and ready🫣) #kmdc2c #mountainrun

Kathmandu School's Academy is back! Kathmandu is encouraging high schools nationwide to nominate a three-person team for the chance to receive the ultimate package for New Zealand’s leading multi-sport event - the Kathmandu Coast to Coast. 2025 Applications are now open, applications close 5pm 1 September. https://www.coasttocoast.co.nz/kathmandu-academy Applications will be accepted from Teams that are currently entered (entry fee would be refunded), those on the waitlist and those that are not on the waitlist. Show us your creative side! We're looking for entries that show creativity (video, photos etc.) and if you do post them online make sure to tag us! #KMDC2C

While some tend to put their boats away for winter, we think it's the perfect time to get into a local pool and practice valuable skills, like rolling!!! So Penny Adkins Congratulations! you are our $300 rasdex voucher winner. 🥳

It’s dark…and it’s cold… and training is getting hard…Luckily, we know just how to boost moral. A $300 Rasdex voucher give away!!! Show us a photo or video of your best training hack that’s getting you through this winter and we may…just May…Get Race director Glen Currie himself to pick his favourite for the win. Compulsory steps: Tag: @coasttocoastnz Tag: #kmdc2c And get your post or story in by 14th July (Sunday)

For those planning to head South across the Cook Straight for the 2025 Kathmandu Coast to Coast, we’re pleased to announce that the @interislander_nz is back on board with their exclusive offer of 20% off Refundable Fares. This special deal is valid for purchase from 17/06/2024 to 14/02/2025 and valid for travel from 31/01/2025 to 14/02/2025. Go to www.interislander.co.nz to make your booking and enter the promo code C2C251 on the payment page. Please note you must show your entry confirmation email at the Interislander check-in counter to receive this promotion. This offer cannot be combined with any other promotions. While the discount amount has no refund value, the normal Refundable Fare conditions apply. #KMDC2C #Interislander #TravelDiscount

It's Winter Solstice here in the Southern Hemisphere ... summer is on its way! This means we're now on the countdown till the 2025 event – T-230 days! #KMDC2C #summeriscoming #winterisalsostilltocome

Missed out on securing an entry for the 2025 Kathmandu Coast to Coast, or are you currently on the waitlist? Good news! The team at @radixnutrition is offering you the opportunity to WIN an entry for any category (excluding Tandem) for the sold-out 2025 Kathmandu Coast to Coast. How to Enter: 🚴‍♂️ Purchase any Radix Product(s) over $50 🏃‍♂️Use 15% discount code "C2C2025" at checkout 🚣‍♂️ Every $50 spent is an additional entry. Hurry, the competition ends on May 31st. Good luck! 🍀 https://radixnutrition.co.nz/discount/C2C2025 #KMDC2C #WINanEntry #radixnutrition

Congratulations to Simone Maier, our current female Longest Day champion, on becoming one of the first three inductees into the Central Lakes Trust Hall of Fame. This recognition is well-deserved, not only for her five KMDC2C Championship titles (matching the current record) but also for all her remarkable sporting accomplishments to date. Simone, you're an inspiration to everyone in the multisport community. And here's hoping we see you back on the start line in 2025 😀 #KMDC2C #femalechampion #Inspiration @speedyrennmaus

🌟 Our latest round of waitlist entries has just been sent out via email! Check your inbox now to see if you've secured your spot. Didn't receive an email? We'll be opening another round of waitlist offers on May 21st for any remaining spots. Our updated waitlist can be viewed online at www.coasttocoast.co.nz/waitlist. #KMDC2C #Waitlist #AreYouInFor2025