Coastal Challenge 2013

Here are a nice selection of photos (courtesy of the race organiser, Total Sport) from the Coastal Challenge 2013.

I had a good run. My first race of 2013, and a build up race for Tarawera Ultra in 3 weeks time.  I ran with the lead pack through the first 10-15km, then eased off after that to save my legs for another day.  Finished in 3.13, 6th in my AG, and 27th overall.

All in all a very very enjoyable run, and quite unlike anything I've done before. I highly recommend it for those who like to head off the road and have a real adventure.

Rescue boats at the start line in Arkles Bay

Race briefing 7.15am

Race briefing

Lifeguards about to man the rescue boats

The start at Arkles Bay

A few seconds later

A lone runner heading around the headland toward Stillwater

Arkles Bay

On to the cliffs

Stillwater, with the Okura in the background

Midway through

Arkles Bay