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Product Review- All New Suunto Spartan Sport Wrist HR
The latest watch from Suunto’s aspirational Spartan series, the Spartan Sport Wrist HR is another step up in technological progression from the popular European adventure watchmaker. Read Post
- multisport, Cycling, triathlon, running, suunto, navigation, adventure race, trail running, adventure sports
- 12 Apr 2017
- Leah Lassche
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Xterra Rotorua Recap and 5 reasons why you should sign up
Xterra Rotorua went down on Saturday, the event took me by surprise I’ve heard good things but can’t say I took the time to look into it too much. I was shocked at the size and how well put together the event was. From the seamless management of the event to the energy and atmosphere the event... Read Post
- Rotorua, Xterra Rotorua recap, Xterra blog, torpedo7 xterra, Blue lakes, Xterra events
- 10 Apr 2017
- Alex Murray
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Kath and Peg’s Red Bull Defiance Adventure Race 2017
Team Athlete Kath Kelly has been taking it easy over the last eight years after tearing her ACL. With lots of rehab, mini adventures and races here and there, she's back in action with her bud Peg taking on Redbull Defiance - New Zealand's most beautiful, yet treacherous adventure race. Read Post
- Bike, Mountain Biking, running, mountain, adventure race, RedBull Defiance
- 06 Mar 2017
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Athlete Blogs: Hamish Flemming – Coast to Coast 2017
Sponsored Athlete Hamish Flemming took on Coast to Coast 2017 - The Longest Day. It's a tough race where athletes cover the same distance as the two-day event, but with the goal of completing 243kms of terrain in just one day. This is the ultimate Challenge and requires not only good fitness and... Read Post
- kayak, run, coast to coast, cycle, south island, west coast, adventure race, East Coast, Multi-Sport
- 24 Feb 2017
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What’s good in the trail running scene
This blog post is all about veering off the beaten path to explore new ground and testing yourself on unpredictable terrain. Here we cover gear, tracks and events to give you an insight into this fast-growing sport and culture. Read Post
- events, run, trail, marathon, nz, salomon, explore, trail running, NZ running, offroad, adventure sports, gear guide, trail running events
- 29 Dec 2016
- Alex Murray
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Introducing the Nixon Mission – The World’s First Action Sports Watch!
Ultra rugged, water resistant and aggressive in looks, the all-new Nixon Mission is the world’s first action sport smart watch, built to please all you surf junkies, skiers, snowboarders. Read Post
- Surfing, Nixon, Smart Watch, Water Resistant, Android, IOS, Snowsports
- 16 Dec 2016
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Nothing goes wrong outdoors in summer, right?
Written in conjunction with the Mountain safety Council. It’s easy to be lulled into believing that New Zealand is a true paradise in summer. Long days, BBQ’s, cricket on the beach or out the back of the beach house certainly have many of us looking forward to this time of year, for a good... Read Post
- tips, New Zealand, HIking, Tramping, adventure, summer, Outdoors, guide, Mountain safety, trail running, wilderness, exploring
- 15 Dec 2016
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Adventure Series: Becky Griffiths – A New Way Of Travelling – Part 2
Our journey from Sydney to Adelaide turned out to be a challenging month-long battle against the prevailing wind, which tested us both physically and mentally. It seemed like every Australian we met said they can’t remember the last time they had such a wet and cold Spring. Looks like we chose... Read Post
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Papatoetoe High School Students Thrive In The Outdoors
Papatoetoe High School students recently came back buzzing from their time at Hillary Outdoors Great Barrier Island where 10 students took part in a 5 day Outdoor Education programme. These students were able to attend the programme thanks to a community partnership between Hillary Outdoors and... Read Post
- hillary outdoors, youth, great barrier island, high school
- 28 Oct 2016
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Athlete Blogs: Cam Cole – Participation Fuels Life
With the seemingly constant flow of assignment deadlines and a half rehabbed ankle I have been feeling restricted in my ability to follow my usual exercise regime, which typically involves a lot of bike riding. By participating in sporting activities people gain a raft of physical, emotional and... Read Post