Walkers: There is no separate walking category but we have an early start for those wanting extra time for the half marathon.
Early start: We want everyone to make it to the finish line, but it can get very hot out there and we must consider our helpers and other competitors waiting for prize-giving. If you need over 2½ hours for 21 km please use the early start.
Start times
- 8:30am Early start (21km)
- 9:00am 21 km (3 laps)
- 9:10am 14 km (2 laps)
- 9:20am 7 km (1 lap)
Registration: Collect race numbers from Race HQ (ACM Club Rooms) from 8:00am am Sunday. Located at the Colin Pugh Sports Bowl, Blair Street, Masterton.
Facilities: Changing, showers, toilets and drink stations at Race HQ.
Parking at Race HQ & Queen Elizabeth Park but please note that the swing bridge form the Park to race HQ will. be closed and you wil have t use the Opaki Road Bridge.
Course description: Map and description here. Easy flat terrain on limestone trails and some grass. Suitable for all ages and abilities, including buggies/strollers but note that there are pinch bars along the course. Please be considerate of other participants.
Prize giving approximately 11:30am
We will recognise the first males and females in each event and all finishers go in the draw for spot prizes. You must be present to claim prizes. ACM trophies will be awarded to the 1st female ACM half marathon finisher (Bev Coley Memorial Trophy) and the 1st male ACM half marathon finisher (Hamlin, Gregory, Turnbull Memorial Trophy).
Entry: Clink on LINK Wairarapa Half Marathon, 14km & 7km | ACM Club
Refunds, late or change of entry: Refunds (less $10) for withdrawals notified by the Monday prior to the race. Entries on the day with $10 late fee (per family). Change of distance or a transfer entry to another athlete up to 20 minutes prior to your race start.
Increased distances will cost the difference in entry fees. No partial refunds will be provided for reducing distance options.
If ACM cancel this event for any reason, we will refund the cost of your entry minus the Ticket Service Fee.
Manual Payment: If you are unable to pay online, please contact the organisers to arrange a manual payment.
Contact organisers
Email countrymarathon@gmail.com
Phone (0272893404)
