"A classic unsupported-style expedition race through beautiful and rugged terrain of New Zealand's South Island. Single track, high mountains, jagged rock formations, canyons, classic mildish whitewater rivers will all play a part. Sure to be some suffering too. 

"Adrenalin Quest: More Than Just a Race—An Unforgettable Adventure

Get ready for an extraordinary challenge with Adrenalin Quest! This thrilling three-stage race is designed to push participants to their limits, drawing out the best of their skills, resilience, and teamwork. Set across breathtaking landscapes, Adrenalin Quest combines trekking, mountain biking, and kayaking for a multi-day adventure like no other. Each day, you’ll conquer a different stage before retreating to a comfortable night’s rest to recharge for the next day’s challenges.

The Legend Expedition Race is Back in 2025

This is where Legends are made.

Feats of epic endurance. Pulling together when everything falls apart. Pushing on when everything in you wants to hit the emergency button. Helping your mates and pushing to the edge of what’s possible.

Discover what you’re made of – the stuff of Legends.

Legend Expedition race has an 8 year vision to circumnavigate Australia starting New South Wales and continuing each year around Australia to Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia, Western Australia, the Northern Territory, Queensland and finishing in the Australian Capital Territory.

The 2025 edition of Legend heads to the wilds of Tasmania and will travel through some of the last true wilderness in the world.

The Legend Expedition Race is a classic non-stop 6 day adventure race involving trekking, mountain biking, kayaking and other adventure disciplines. Teams of two or four must navigate their way unsupported through an epic 500+km course.

Teams race day and night pushing themselves to the ultimate limits of human endurance. All team members must complete all sections of the course and they must never be separated by more than 100m.

The Adventure Racing World Series and Tri Adventure and are proud and excited to announce the first ever ARWS all-female adventure race!

"This August, set against the rugged beauty of Lake Macquarie, New South Wales, the X-Marathon 2025 invites teams to push their limits, forge deep connections, and journey through some of Australia’s most scenic landscapes.

Inspired by Legends
Race directors Serge and Maria, veterans of the global adventure racing scene, have drawn from their experiences in events like Eco-Challenge, Patagonia Expedition Race, ARWS events and Coast to Coast to shape X-Marathon. Each year, they bring elements from these iconic races into the X-Marathon, delivering an event that challenges, inspires, and unites participants. The result is a thrilling adventure race that is as mentally demanding as it is physically, offering a complete experience for adventurers of all levels.

A Decade of Adventure
Now a cornerstone in the adventure racing calendar, the X-Marathon has evolved from humble beginnings into a premier event, attracting elite teams from Australia and New Zealand. Whether for the thrill of competition or the chance to connect deeply with nature, the X-Marathon has been a stage where racers can test their boundaries, savor the journey, and create unforgettable memories.

Embracing Exploration
The X-Marathon is about far more than competition—it’s an invitation to explore and embrace the unknown. Racers traverse wild, remote landscapes around Lake Macquarie, navigating rugged terrain, dense forests, and untamed waterways. These natural challenges make each moment one of discovery, pushing racers to rely on their skills, teamwork, and endurance to conquer the course and unlock hidden gems along the way.

Courses for Every Adventurer
The X-Marathon offers three courses, each tailored to different skill levels. For beginners, the Mini 4-hour course is a perfect introduction to the adventure racing world. The Half 12-hour course is a more challenging test of endurance, while the Full 24-hour course demands everything from racers, promising an all-encompassing adventure. The ultimate prize for the Full course champions? A coveted entry to the 2025 ARWS World Championship in Canada, where winners will represent X-Marathon on a global stage.

Are You Ready to Join?
As the X-Marathon enters its second decade, it stands as a testament to adventure, innovation, and resilience. Rally your team, prepare for an unforgettable journey, and join us at Lake Macquarie for an experience that will leave you feeling alive, inspired, and ready to conquer the wild. The adventure awaits—are you ready?"

Total Recon is the newest race, organised by Murraylands Multisports (MMI) with Morgan Coull as the Race Director. Morgan has raced XPD four times, competed in most of the other Oceania Series races and was a finisher at Eco-Challenge Fiji with Team Aussie Rescue. As Chairman of MMI he’s organised numerous sporting events and is on a mission to re-introduce Adventure Racing to South Australia.