The 25 km event was so popular, it’s already outgrown its start location. Now based at the magnificent Brooklyn Wind Turbine there is no other start line with views like this.
25km of City Trail bliss.
Distance
25.91km
Elevation
- UP – 540m
- DOWN – 901m
Inclusions
- Bib
- Timing Chip
- Full medical assistance
- Aid stations
- Post-event headquarters in the heart of Wgtn
- Finishers medal
Prize
Finishers Medal
Date
Sunday the 27th of April 2025
Entry Price
| Early Bird | Standard | Late |
| May 26 – Nov 3 | Nov 4 – April 18 | Apr 19 – Apr 27 |
| NZ$107 | NZ$125 | NZ$139 |
Start
9 am – Brooklyn Wind Turbine
Start time is subject to change.
Event Hub
There will be one Hub for the 25k. Hubs are major areas on course that are easy to access with vehicles at specific locations where participants can check in with their crew, receive any medical assistance, rest/sleep and are bag drop spots. You can top up hydration and nutrition also. These are additional to Aid stations.
Hub locations are subject to change.
Hub Locations
- Rugby League Park – 12km
Aid Stations
Aid Stations will consist of water and Tailwind.
Aid stations are subject to change.
- Aid Station 1 – Aro Valley – 8.5km
- Aid Station 2 – Island Bay Scout Hall – 15km
- Aid Station 3 – Alexandra Road – 20km
Transport
Transport will be available for athletes to get to their designated start points. This is available to purchase through the Product Store.
Finish Location
Finish line will be at Odlins Plaza in Wellington City Centre.
Minimum Age
16 Years age of race day.
Compulsory Gear
- Thermal Top – must be thermal, no cotton or lycra
- Hydration flasks (or similar self-contained hydration)
- Emergency Bag
Course Info
Starting at the magnificent Brooklyn Wind Turbine, enjoy incredible views over Te Whanganui a Tara. You’ll start with 500m of road to spread you out before celebrating the amazing trails in Waimapihi, one of the jewels in Wellington’s trail crown. A run up the fenceline track beside the bird sanctuary will have your ears humming with bird song and your eyes taking in the incredible nature that Zealandia has brought back to our city. A quick U-turn takes you onto Carparts, which winds its way back to the trails of Waimapihi.
After this, enjoy the urban maze of trails through southern Wellington, past the zoo, then North up to Mount Victoria. From here, enjoy the macrocarpa and pine trails until your final journey along the waterfront to your rightful place in Wellington Folklore.
540m of climbing, months of preparation, an entire lifetime of memories. The 25km Challenge is a runner’s delight and the views, trails and finish line smiles will leave you wanting more. A fantastic introduction to trail running that anyone can participate in – it will give you the bug to join in the 50km next year!
The course is subject to change.
For further detail, see the Athlete Information Booklet.
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