Get Ready To Tussle

Race Distances

Whether you're chasing a podium, tackling your first trail event, or just keen for an epic day out, there's a distance for everyone.

21km Half Marathon
A challenging trail adventure through the hills and trails of Te Miro.

10km Event
Perfect for runners wanting a solid trail challenge without the full distance.

5km Run / Walk
Suitable for runners and walkers of all abilities.

2km Kids Event
A fun event designed for young runners.

Walkers are welcome in all events.

Pricing

Early Bird Pricing

(Until 26 July 2026)

21km – $50
10km – $40
5km – $30
2km Kids – $15

Standard Pricing

(From 27 July 2026)

21km – $65
10km – $55
5km – $40
2km Kids – $15

Online entries close 1 day before race day. Subject to availability, on-the-day entries are welcome.

Age Groups

Half Marathon & 10km (Male / Female)
Under 20
20–39
40–49
0–59
60+

5km (Male / Female)
12 & Under
13–15
16–19
20–39
40–59
60+

2km Kids Event (Male / Female)
6 & Under
7-8
9-10
11–12

Team Competition

Grab your mates, school friends, work crew, or family and enter the Team Competition!

• Open Teams consist of 3 or more people.

• School Teams consist of all school participants, no need to make teams

• Team members can compete across different event distances.

• The top 3 finishing team members will earn points based on their placings.

• The team with the lowest overall points total will be crowned the Team Competition Champions.

It's all about teamwork, community spirit, and a bit of friendly rivalry!

Team Categories:
• School Teams - Simply enter your school name during registration.
• Open Teams - Simply enter the same team's name during registration.

Team Entry: FREE 

THE TINY TUSSLE — 2km sponsored by AgBuild

11:05am — THE BRIEFING

THE ARROWS Your course is the PINK arrows. Pink! Follow the pink arrows and you cannot go wrong.

THE GROWN-UPS IN BRIGHT VESTS All the way around there are grown-ups in bright yellow vests. They are there just for you. If you're not sure where to go — stop and find the nearest bright vest. They'll point you the right way.

BIG RUNNERS COMING PAST Now — some big runners are already out there doing the long race, and they'll be coming back past you. Don't worry about them. Just keep to the left and let them go by. They'll go around you. And if they say well done as they pass — say it back!

IF YOU FALL OVER If you fall over, that's okay. It happens to everybody. Get up if you can. If you can't, sit still, put your hand up, and someone will come and get you. Nobody gets left out there.

LOOK AFTER EACH OTHER If you see someone else having a hard time, stop and check they're alright. That's the most important thing anybody does today.

THE FINISH LINE And when you come across that finish line — the BurgerFuel wheel is waiting for you. Every single one of you gets a spin. Everyone. Ready? Let's get you on the line!

PARENTS Parents, two quick things. You're very welcome to run alongside. Just stay behind the kids on the narrow bits and let them have their moment. Second — our 5km runners will be coming back through on Big Willy while your kids are out there. They've been briefed to give way and go wide. If you're out there with them, help make that work. And prizegiving for the Tiny Tussle is 11:50am — about twenty minutes after they finish. We've put the kids first this year so you can head away when you're ready. Please stick around for it. Spot prizes are drawn then, and you need to be here to claim.

THE SHORT TUSSLE — 5km Sponsored by Buildlink Cambridge

10:50am — THE BRIEFING

COURSE MARKING Your course is marked with BLUE arrows. Blue — that's you. There are other colours out there today. Black is the half marathon, green is the 10km, and pink is the kids' 2km. Where we share a trail, you'll see boards with more than one colour on them. Just keep following the blue. If you go more than a few minutes without seeing an arrow — stop, turn around, and go back to the last one you saw. Don't guess.

YOUR ROUTE You head out anticlockwise around Big Willy, turn off up Gobblers Knob, come down Easy Up onto the access road, then back onto Big Willy to the finish. One thing worth knowing — Easy Up is a climbing trail and you'll be coming down it. Take your time on that bit. It's the one place people go over. MARSHALS We have marshals at all the major junctions in high-vis. They're volunteers from All Kind Community giving up their Sunday for you — please follow their directions, and please thank them as you go past. It costs you nothing and it makes their day. THE TRAILS These are mountain bike trails. Narrow, natural surface, roots and rocks. Run to the conditions. The park is closed to riders today — the trails are all yours.

THE KIDS' RACE IS TEN MINUTES BEHIND YOU At ten past eleven — ten minutes after you go — our Tiny Tussle kids set off on Big Willy. That means when you come back along Big Willy at the end of your race, you will be running through a children's race. So on that last stretch: ease off, give them room, and go around them wide. If you have to lose ten seconds off your time, lose the ten seconds. Nobody here is going to mind.  And give them a cheer while you're at it. For a lot of them this is the first race they've ever done.

SHARING WITH THE LONGER COURSES You may also come across half marathoners and 10km runners still out there. If someone's coming through faster than you, move left when it's safe and let them past. If you're the one passing, call out first — a simple “on your right” is all it takes. Don't barge.

HEADPHONES If you're wearing headphones, keep one ear out. You must be able to hear marshals, other runners, and kids.

IF YOU GET HURT — OR SEE SOMEONE WHO IS Stop. Your race is not more important than someone lying on the ground. Get to the nearest marshal or send the next runner through to one. They have a way to call for help, and they will get it moving. First aid is based at Event Hub and Marshals will have first aid kits

IF YOU PULL OUT If you stop or pull out for any reason, come and tell us at the finish line. Don't just head off to your car. We count every one of you back in.

PARENTS AND YOUNGER RUNNERS Parents, if you've got a young one in this race and you'd rather run with them, you're welcome to. Just stay behind them on the narrow bits and let them have their moment

HYDRATION AND LOOKING AFTER YOURSELF There's water here at the event hub before you start and when you get back. Five kilometres with a hundred metres of climbing — carry a bottle if you'd like one, but you won't be out there long. It's a run-walk. Nobody minds which one you're doing. Walk the climbs if you want to — most sensible people do.

AND FINALLY A quick word for our school teams — your 5km results go together with the kids' 2km to decide the Schools Team Challenge, so every one of you counts today. No pressure. Te Miro Tussle 2026 | 5km Briefing Card | Lucci Scott Page 3 Your prizegiving is at 12.40pm, right here, with the Schools Challenge straight after. Spot prizes are drawn then and you need to be here to claim them. Grab a coffee, get a burger off the Lions cart, have a go at the lolly jar, and stick around. That's it. Look after each other, watch out for the little ones on the way home, and enjoy it.

THE CLASSIC TUSSLE — 10km Sponsered by Williams Mortgages.

9:30am — THE BRIEFING

COURSE MARKING Your course is marked with GREEN arrows. Green — that's you. If you see an arrow in another colour, it isn't your course. You will be sharing trails with our half marathoners, and their arrows are black. Where we share a trail, you'll see boards with both colours on them. Just keep following the green.

THE ONE SPOT THAT CATCHES PEOPLE There's one place on this course you need to know about before you go out there. You'll climb up Snake alongside the half marathon route. Part way up, your course turns off to the left and heads back down to Big Willy. The half marathoners carry straight on up to the top. There is a marshal on that junction and there are green arrows on it. But if you're headdown and following the person in front, and that person is doing the half — you will end up doing the half as well. So at that junction: look up, look for green, and listen to the marshal.

MARSHALS We have marshals at all the major junctions in high-vis. They're volunteers from All Kind Community giving up their Sunday for you — please follow their directions without argument, and please thank them as you go past. It costs you nothing and it makes their day.

THE TRAILS These are mountain bike trails. Narrow, natural surface, roots, rocks and off-camber corners. Run to the conditions. The park is closed to riders today — the trails are all yours.

SHARING THE COURSE Our half marathoners have been out there since half past eight. Some of them will be well ahead of you, and some of them will be coming through fast while you're still going. If someone's coming through faster than you, move left when it's safe and let them past. If you're the one passing, call out before you do it — a simple “on your right” is all it takes. Don't barge. And give them a word of encouragement as you go by. They've got a long way still to run.

HEADPHONES If you're wearing headphones, keep one ear out. You must be able to hear marshals and anyone coming up behind you.

IF YOU GET HURT — OR SEE SOMEONE WHO IS Stop. Your race is not more important than someone lying on the ground. Get to the nearest marshal or send the next runner through to one. They have a way to call for help, and they will get it moving. Every marshal on this course knows what to do. First aid is based at Event Hub marshals will also have first aid kits on them

IF YOU PULL OUT If you pull out for any reason, you must come and tell us at the finish line. Do not just get in your car and drive home. We count every single one of you back in, and if you're missing, we will send people out onto that course to look for you.

HYDRATION There's a water station right here at the event hub. You come back through here at the end of your first loop, before you head out onto Big Red. Take the time. Fill up, even if you don't feel like you need it yet. After that it's a fair way round, so carry your own as well. If you start feeling dizzy, stop and sit down. That's not being soft, that's being sensible.

LOOK AFTER YOURSELF Ten kilometres out there is a proper day's work — a bit over two hundred metres of climbing, and Snake will let you know about it. It's a run-walk. Nobody minds which one you're doing. Walk the climbs if you want to, that's what most sensible people do.

AND FINALLY Leave nothing out there. Gel wrappers, tape, anything. This park is loaned to us by the community, and we give it back exactly as we found it. Your prizegiving is at half past one, along with the half marathon. Grab a coffee, get a burger off the Lions cart, have a crack at the lolly jar, and stick around — spot prizes are drawn then, and you need to be here to claim. That's it. Look after each other, enjoy the trails, and let's have a good one

THE ULTIMATE TUSSLE — 21km Sponsored by Electro NZ Morrinsville

8:15am — THE BRIEFING

COURSE MARKING Your course is marked with BLACK arrows. Black — that's you. If you see an arrow in another colour, it isn't your course. Where courses share a trail, you'll see boards with more than one colour on them; just keep following the black.

MARSHALS We have marshals at all the major junctions in high-vis. They're volunteers from All Kind Community giving up their Sunday for you — please follow their directions without argument, and please thank them as you go past. It costs you nothing and it makes their day.

THE TRAILS These are mountain bike trails. They're narrow, they're natural surface, and there are roots, rocks and off-camber corners out there. Run to the conditions. The good news is the park is closed to riders today — the trails are all yours. PASSING If someone's coming through faster than you, move left when it's safe and let them past. If you're the one passing, call out before you do it — a simple “on your right” is all it takes. Don't barge.

HEADPHONES If you're wearing headphones, keep one ear out. You must be able to hear marshals and anyone coming up behind you.

IF YOU GET HURT — OR SEE SOMEONE WHO IS Stop. Your race is not more important than someone lying on the ground. Get to the nearest marshal or send the next runner through to one. They have a way to call for help, and they will get it moving. Every marshal on this course knows what to do. First aid is based at Event Hub, but marshals will also have first aid kits.

IF YOU PULL OUT If you pull out for any reason, you must come and tell us at the finish line. Do not just get in your car and drive home. We count every single one of you back in, and if you're missing, we will send people out onto that course to look for you.

CUT-OFF TIMES There are two cut-offs today, and I need you to know both. The first is 11.30am at the top of Snake. If you're not through there by 11:30, our marshals will turn you onto the orange track and bring you home the short way. The second is 1:15 at the finish line. That's your final cut-off. If either of those catches you, it is not a punishment and it is not a failure. It's simply how we get every single person off this course and home safely, and how we get prizegiving away on time. Our marshals have been out there since eight this morning and they'd like to go home too.

HYDRATION/LOOK AFTER YOURSELF There is water out on course today, in two places. The first is right here at the event hub. You come back through here at the end of your first loop, before you head out onto Big Red. Take the time. Fill up. Even if you don't feel like you need it yet. The second is at the top of Phils Gold — Rogie and Jenny will be up there, Between those two there's a long stretch, so carry your own as well. Don't rely on the stations alone. If you start feeling dizzy, stop and sit down. That's not being soft, that's being sensible.

AT THE FINISH And when you cross that line, there's a recovery drink waiting for you courtesy of No Ugly. That one's just for our half marathoners — you've earned it.

AND FINALLY Leave nothing out there. Gel wrappers, tape, anything. This park is loaned to us by the community, and we give it back exactly as we found it. That's it. Look after each other, enjoy the trails, and let's have a good one.

Registration

7:00am — Registration opens

Registration Closes

8:00am The Ultimate Tussle · 21km

9:15am The Classic Tussle · 10km

10:30am The Short Tussle · 5km and The Tiny Tussle · 2km

Please collect your race bib at least 30 minutes before your start time. Registration closes on the dot — if you're running late, phone ahead.

Start Times

8:30amThe Ultimate Tussle — 21km · Runners

8:40amThe Ultimate Tussle — 21km · Walkers & slower runners

9:45amThe Classic Tussle — 10km · Run / Walk

11:00amThe Short Tussle — 5km · Run / Walk

11:10amThe Tiny Tussle — 2km · Kids

Race Briefings

All briefings are at the picnic area. Please be there — we'll cover course marking, marshals and safety.

8:15amUltimate Tussle 21km — both waves together, walkers and runners

9:30amClassic Tussle 10km

10:50amShort Tussle 5km

11:05amTiny Tussle 2km kids

10:45am — Kids' warm-up with Snap Fitness Cambridge. All Tiny Tussle runners welcome, meet at the picnic area.

Prizegivings

11:50am — The Tiny Tussle

• 2km podium medals, all age groups

• Spot prizes

12:40pm — The Short Tussle & Schools Challenge

• 5km podium medals, all age groups

• School Team Challenge (2km + 5km combined)

• Spot prizes

1:30pm — The Classic & Ultimate Tussle

• 10km podium medals, all age groups

• 21km podium medals, all age groups

• Open Team Challenge

• Spot prizes

The Open Team Challenge is presented at 1:30pm so team members racing the 21km can be there.

Spot prizes are drawn at all three prizegivings — you need to be there to claim.

Mandatory Gear

Participant safety is our priority.

Organisers reserve the right to require mandatory gear depending on weather conditions and safety requirements.

Mandatory gear may include:

• Waterproof jacket
• Hydration
• Nutrition
• Mobile phone
• Appropriate footwear

Final gear requirements will be communicated closer to race day.

Minimum Ages

21km Half Marathon: Minimum age 16 years

10km Event: Minimum age 12 years

5km Run / Walk: Open to all ages

2km Kids Event: Recommended for ages 12 and under

Half Marathon Cut-Off Time

The Half Marathon has a 4-hour cut-off time from the official race start.

Participants not meeting cut-off requirements may be withdrawn from the event for safety reasons.

Race Rules

Participants enter at their own risk.

• Follow instructions from event officials and volunteers
• Race bibs must remain visible during the event
• No race bib swapping without approval
• Remain on marked courses at all times
• Course cutting may result in disqualification
• Respect volunteers, riders, other park users, neighbouring properties, and the environment
• Please do not litter

Medical & First Aid

First aid support will be available during the event.

Participants are responsible for ensuring they are medically fit, adequately prepared, and capable of completing their chosen event distance.

Entry Transfers

Entries may be transferred until Sunday 9 August 2026.

No transfers or changes will be permitted after this date.

Transfer fees may apply.

No Dogs

No dogs are permitted during events or on course.

Event Changes & Conditions

Organisers reserve the right to alter courses, start times, or cancel events if required due to safety, weather conditions, or circumstances outside our control.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I walk instead of run?

Absolutely. Walkers are welcome in all events.

Can I enter as a team?

Yes! Teams consist of 4 people and can include participants across different distances.

Simply enter the same team name during registration.

Can I run with headphones?

Headphones are permitted, however participants should remain aware of their surroundings, volunteers, and other participants.

Can I run with my dog?

No. Dogs are not permitted during events or on course.

Can I transfer my entry?

Yes. Entries can be transferred until Sunday 9 August 2026.

Transfer fees may apply.

Can I change distances after entering?

Distance changes may be possible before entries close, subject to availability and event capacity.

What happens if it rains?

This is trail running — expect mud 😄

Events will proceed in most weather conditions unless organisers determine conditions are unsafe.

What should I bring?

We recommend:

• Appropriate trail footwear
• Hydration
• Nutrition
• Warm clothing
• Dry clothes for afterwards
• A good attitude 😄

Mandatory gear requirements (if required) will be communicated closer to race day.

Where are the toilets?

Toilet facilities will be available at the Event Hub.

Can spectators come?

Absolutely. Bring your supporters along!

Please follow signage and directions from volunteers.

Will there be food and coffee?

More information on food, coffee, and vendors will be released closer to race day.

When do registrations close?

Online entries close 2 days before race day. Subject to availability, on-the-day entries are welcome.

What if I’m injured or unable to race?

Please refer to our entry and refund policy. Further information will be available when registrations open.

I still have questions

No problem — get in touch and we’ll do our best to help.

Your entry is confirmed. Before you can start, we need a signed waiver from every participant — it covers acknowledgement of risk, your emergency contact, and any medical info our first aid team should know about.

Runners under 18 on race day need a parent or guardian to complete the final section.

Fill it in on screen, save the file, and email it to temiromtbclub@gmail.com by Friday 15 August. You can also hand a printed copy in at registration on the day.