THE MAGNIFICENT

28 FEB - 8 MAR 2026

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THE MAGNIFICENT

28 FEB - 8 MAR 2026

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DISTANCE
500km
COURSE OPEN
6 Days
TEAMS
Team of 4
LIMIT
50 teams

Andrew Magness and Jason Magness

Country: New Zealand

Race Stats:

Dates

28 Feb - 8 Mar 2026

Distance

500km

Duration

6 Days

AVG. Temperature

20°C

Location

New Zealand

Series Type

Oceania Series

Team Format

Team of 4

Entry Limit

50 teams

Disciplines

Trek / mtb / paddling / coasteering / caves / rope work / off trail navigation

Logistics

Unsupported

Watercraft

Bring your own

Prize / Award

No

Other Prizes

1st Place receives free entry to the ARWC 2026


Race Description:

The Magnificent offers an adrenaline-pumping, eye popping expedition adventure race in New Zealand with a nod toward iconic events like the Southern Traverse and GodZone.

The event returns to the "unsupported" format to make it easier and more of a level playing field for international teams, and is part of the Adventure Racing World Series (ARWS). This event promises a unique and deep challenge for experienced adventure racing teams from across the globe.


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