Challenge Wanaka Adaptive

We are very excited to continue the inclusion of our Adaptive Event at the Integrity Homes Challenge Wanaka. This event is open to anyone under 25 with an impairment (either intellectual or physical) on Thursday 17th February 2022 as part of our Triathlon Festival.

EVENT DATE:  Thursday 17th February 2022

Entry

Cost: $10 per athlete

Entry for the event is not yet open. To register your interest and be the first to hear when it opens email [email protected].

Categories

Physical:

  • Adaptive Physical A : Swim 25m in waist deep water, along the lake front + bike 1 lap (1km) + Run to the finish line (approx 100m)
  • Adaptive Physical B: Swim 50m + bike 1 lap (1km) + Run 1 lap
  • Adaptive Physical C: Swim 200m + bike 2 laps (2km) + run 2 laps

 

Intellectual:

  • Adaptive – Intellectual A:  Swim 25m in waist deep water, along the lake front + bike 1 lap (1km)+ Run to the finish line (approx 100m)
  • Adaptive Intellectual B: Swim 50m + bike 1 lap (1km) + Run 1 lap
  • Adaptive Intellectual C: Swim 200m + bike 2 laps (2km) + run 2 laps

Course details

Timetable 2021

This is based on the 2021 event and so is subject to change.

Wednesday 16 February

4.30pm – BBQ and Course Walk Through at Glendhu Station. Join us for some food and a chance to get acquainted with the course before you race!

Thursday 17 February

11.15am – Meet in Bike Transition for race briefing
11.30am – Race Start down by the lake front

Gear List

Swim  – Level of gear required will depend on whether the athlete is swimming or wading.
Swim: wetsuit, goggles, cap, swim noodle if required
Wading: shoes that can get wet, wear your bike gear.

Bike – A bike that is in working order- tyres pumped up, brakes checked.
Helmet
Sunglasses (optional)

Run – Comfortable clothes and shoes for running or walking in.
Sun hat

Please ensure your athlete is wearing sunscreen 

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