A group of past and present students from Motueka High School are among the youngest competitors to take on the Godzone adventure race that begins later this week in Marlborough. Between them, the teenagers have some serious adventure racing experience, and have had coaching support from world champion Nathan Fa'avae. It marks the return of the world's largest expedition race after a two-year hiatus. Samantha Gee has more.
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A group of past and present students from Motueka High School are among the youngest competitors to take on the Godzone adventure race that begins later this week in Marlborough. Between them, the teenagers have some serious adventure racing experience, and have had coaching support from world champion Nathan Fa'avae. It marks the return of the world's largest expedition race after a two-year hiatus. Samantha Gee has more.
Gruelling ultra race returns backed by former All Black's captain
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Gruelling ultra race returns backed by former All Black's captain
A gruelling all terrain ultra race where you dont find out the exact course until just hours before you launch yourself in the literal wilderness is back after a two year hiatus and a falling out with DOC. This time a new charitable trust is running the infamous Godzone event. Teams of four, with minimal gear, trek, mountain bike, kayak, canoe and packraft up to 650 kilometres, with a maximum of eight days to finish. Former All Black Captain Richie McCaw, is part of the group responsible for ressurecting the race, and he spoke to Lisa Owen.
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A group of past and present students from Motueka High School are among the youngest competitors to take on the Godzone adventure race that begins later this week in Marlborough. Between them, the teenagers have some serious adventure racing experience, and have had coaching support from world champion Nathan Fa'avae. It marks the return of the world's largest expedition race after a two-year hiatus. Samantha Gee has more.
