Me vs The Taupō Ultra
by Rob Bathgate
25th October 2022
In an ultra, it’s always handy to have a plan, because at least then you have something to throw away as soon as you start.
The Waitomo Trail Run is back!
by Rob Bathgate
27th September 2022
The Waitomo Trail Run is back after a brief hiatus (because of you-know-what); offering runners 6, 11, 21 or 35km courses spanning unique underground and overground terrain in the heart of the Waikato.
Triple Peaks – a play in three acts.
by Jeremy Boase
9th March 2022
Jeremy took on the Triple Peaks recently, and things went wrong...
Shotover Moonlight Mountain Ultra: A Redemption Story
by Sam Mowat
24th February 2021
After a frightening finish to his first run at Shotover Moonlight, Sam was keen for redemption. But he wasn't make it any easier on himself by choosing the all-new Ultra option at this year's event. Here's how it went for him...
The Ultra Easy
by Rachel Bridgewater
10th February 2021
Gun runner Rachel Bridgewater takes on the ups and downs of NZ's most mis-named race. Read how her big day unfolds...
3 Peaks Dunedin - the inaugural Ultra!
by Sandor Toth
9th February 2021
A race report that really captures the spirit of the event. Sandor takes on the inaugural '3 Peaks +1' in Dunedin.
Hanmer Holiday Homes Alpine Marathon
by Jacki Mayne-Davis
9th February 2021
A 42.2km race with stunning scenery, friendly people, and the Hot Springs to recover at afterwards. What could be better
WAI2K 61km - the inaugural race!
by Ian Gilmour
9th February 2021
The COVID-delayed inaugural WAI2K Ultra finally got to happen late in 2020. Speedy Wild Thing Ian Gilmour was there. Here's his race report...
The Kepler Challenge 2020
by Paula Brown
16th December 2020
"I was running this race for my friend and even shitting my pants wasn't gonna make me stop"... a raw, gritty and truthful account of one awesome Wild Thing's Kepler Challenge.
Taupo Winter Series
by Cheryl Kessack
11th December 2020
Overcoming the odds is a hallmark of how both Cheryl Kessack and Total Sport go about things!
Waitomo – a true trail running experience
by Cheryl Kessack aka 'Dory'
16th November 2020
This is a rollicking tale of mud, determination and camaraderie. And more mud! Enjoy...
Fresh out of Lockdown - Mt Difficulty Ascent
by Holly Ross
20th July 2020
The Mt Difficulty Ascent was pretty much the first event to happen as we emerged from high levels of lockdown. Not one to waste an opportunity, Holly Ross jumped straight in to give it a crack...
