Canterbury promises to be a spectacular setting for this years race. From the heights of the Southern Alps to the foothills of the Canterbury Plains you will be racing through some of New Zealands most awe inspiring mountainous terrain. The high mountains, deep river valleys and grassy plains will provide a perfect backdrop for the traverse. Tips and suggestions, ideas and information along with some great photos. Well worth stopping by on one of your surfing trips.
Negotiations are underway for international and national television coverage along with print media.
Margo Berryman is our Media Liaison Representative again this year - any information you might have or media contacts that want to be included on our listing please do not hesitate to contact Margo. We can then distribute to them any press releases and information they might require. If a team reaches a check point after a certain time they will be directed on an alternative route which will take them back onto the course. These are generally at the end of , or near the end of the race course. Our stated aim with this management of the alternative course is to allow all teams a chance cross the finish line.