Compulsory Gear for 2 and 4-Hour events:
Some of the items have links to recommended gear from Bivouac Outdoors
– Survival Blanket
– Thermal base layer long-sleeved top ( Merino or polyprop)
– Fleece/ Merino Top long sleeves –warmer weight than your base layer
– Beanie
– Whistle
– Water proof Jacket
– Cycle helmet
– Mountain Bike in good working order
– Running shoes
– Backpack
– Food & water for 2 or 4 hours
TEAM: First Aid kit– Minimum: triangular bandage, crepe bandage, strapping tape, knife, antihistamine, gauze bandage, Compass – 2 per team, Maps – Provided in your race pack, Cell Phone (Fully Charged), Map pens, highlighter, pencil & map bags (provided).
The Competition:
The course will be kept secret from competitors until the race registration the day before the race. Competitors must follow the course and alternatives designed by the organisers and must race within the spirit of the competition. Upon registration teams will be provided with a map marked with checkpoints, a description of each checkpoint and will be informed as to each stage type, either running/trekking, mountain-biking or a mystery activity.
Checkpoints & Navigation:
Teams will use the checkpoint punch on their team scorecard as they reach each CP. Teams are responsible for good care of their scorecard. If it is lost or not readable then points will not be awarded. No GPS is allowed for navigation purposes. Watches may be used to record for Strava (or similar fitness apps) but must not be used to aid navigation in any way including recording distance. Separate teams are not allowed to share information or work together in any way.
Timing: The clock will start at the beginning of the race. Finish time will be recorded when your team crosses the line. When a team decides to rest at a checkpoint or transition area the clock doesn’t stop. Points will be deducted for every minute you are late, so aim to be at the finish at the right time!
Cut Offs and Alternative Courses: The organisers reserve the right to impose cut off times on sections of the race for logistic and safety reasons if required. These will be announced at the race briefing and noted in the competitors race instructions.
Placings and Awards: Placing is based on checkpoints collected. In the case of a tie the team who completes the course the fastest will win.
Responsibility: Each competitor enters under their own responsibility. They can judge whether they should participate in the event, start and continue to the finish line. Nevertheless the organisers reserve the right to stop a competitor or team from setting off or continuing the event.

Equipment:Teams must carry all compulsory equipment as per the gear list. Failure to do so will result in a 500pt penalty.
Jury: Any legitimate race protests will be reviewed by the race organisers. Any protest must be filed with the race organiser within one hour of finishing the race.
Withdrawal: In the case of withdrawal of a team member or the entire team during the race, the team captain must inform the organisers by any means available in the shortest possible time. Failure to do so may result in a search and rescue operation. For a team to proceed on a new stage they must have at least 2 team members still racing.
Time Penalties: These will occur for any breach of rule or regulation and littering.
Disqualification: Unfair behaviour or behaviour that brings the race into disrepute, use of unauthorised equipment, abandonment of a team member during the race or breaking road rules will result in disqualification.
Insurance: All participants compete at their own risk and the organisers will not accept liability for any personal accident or injury during the event. A liability waiver form must be signed by the team captain on behalf of the team when registering. Competitors should ensure that they are adequately insured.
Consideration for the land: To enable us to run this event we have sought permission from a number of land owners. It is important that we treat the land that we pass through with respect. To this end it is a requirement that all teams carry out their own rubbish. No gates are to be opened. When crossing gates always climb at the hinge end.
Officials: Team members must respect instructions given by officials and must also follow their decisions regarding health, security and safety.
Hydration and Nutrition:
PURE Sports Nutrition is the official hydration partner of Kaiapoi Adventure Race and will be on course with Lemon and/or Superfruits flavours. This premium natural isotonic electrolyte drink uses real freeze-dried fruit, carbohydrates and electrolytes to help hydrate, fuel muscles and replace lost electrolytes.
- Contains the electrolytes, sodium, potassium, magnesium and calcium
- 5% carbohydrate content
- Not overly sweet or over-flavoured
- Gut friendly formulation
- No added colour, dairy / gluten / preservative free and vegan friendly
Hydration is key to performance with weight loss of 2% or more starting to negatively impact sports performance.
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