The race will start at the Strand carpark [by the railway line] and proceed northward towards and over the harbour bridge.
Then hard right by the boat ramp and on through the airport down and around the back edge of the golf course.
Halfway point is the start of Matapihi Road then head for home along Matapihi Road footpath, across railway bridge to the finish line at The Strand.
NB Although mainly tarsealed there are three stretches of loose metal track to traverse.
ENTRY FEE: Adult $30, Child (under 16 yrs) $15,
2 Person Team* $50
*each runner completes a section of the course (half or quarter).
Map of Course: Click to Enlarge
The third annual 14 kilometre run/walk event around Waipu Bay, incorporating the airport, golf course and two bridge crossings. Fun for all ages. So, challenge your friends, family, and work mates to join you in the New Balance Bays & Bridges Challenge 2011.
Start Time: Runners 8.00am | Walkers 8:02am
Tauranga: Sunday 6th November 2011
Are You Up to the New Balance Bays and Bridges Challenge?
Organised by Tauranga Ramblers - Sanctioned Event WBP#1116
This Event is approved by Athletics Waikato-Bay of Plenty Inc, and run under Athletics New Zealand Rules.
Tauranga Ramblers meet every Tuesday night (Oct - Mar) at the Tauranga Domain for a variable programme of track & field events on the new Mondo all-weather track. The winter programme (April - Sept) incorporates both cross country and road events.
Open to all ages. See our website for more details: www.taurangaramblers.co.nz
Over $5,000 in Major Prizes
Challenge Your Mates or the Family and
Have a Fun Day on the Strand
Want to save your entry fee? Simply open a TSB Bank Saver Plus account with a minimum balance of $500 and have the sum of $30 credited to your new account. See TSB Bank, cnr Willow & Wharf St,
Tauranga for details or Ph 07 927 5660. Conditions apply.