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Sporting events in and around Westport
DENNISTON CHAIN GRINDER
This was a great day enjoyed by all last year. This event will be held again on the 4th March 2012 on the Denniston Plateau north of WESTPORT. The $5000 worth of prizes up for grabs is great and the Denniston Plateau is an amazing place that every one should see. Habitat Sports was proud to support this event and look ford to seeing you all there!!
for entries go to www.cyclebuller.co.nz
CAPE FEAR
Cape Fear DATE CHANGE was to be on the 26 FEB 2011 NOW 12 MARCH get your eatery in NOW!!
This event is for children 10 to 18 in teams of 2 who have a love of the outdoors and challenging themselves in a multi event, which includes; Biking, Running, Rock climbing, Caving and best of all the mud run.
All competitors completed the race, with the final group crossing the finish line at about the 4 hour mark, a mighty effort.
This event would not be possible without the support of the volunteers who give up there time to Marshall and ensure the kids have a fun and safe day. Thank you. You know who you are...
Habitat Sports is proud to support and sponsor Cape Fear, with a GIANT Mountain Bike as one of the Major spot prizes its well worth the $15 each entry .
Habitat Sports, BOLT and Solid Energy are proud to sponsor such a neat event Get the running shoes on, See you 12 March 2011.
BULLER MARATHON
Held in February each year, this is a big event in Westport. People come from all over the country, even other parts of the world to take part in this challenge.
Teams of four run 10km each or for the more fit 21km (half marathon) and for the super fit the full 42km. This starts in the scenic Buller Gorge and heads in to town. Every one gets involved, school and youth teams get out and help with set up, drinks, and clean up and the local businesses donate spot prizes.
BULLER CYCLE CLUB
We start again for the summer season on the 21st September meet at 5:45pm on Brougham Street, Westport outside the fishing school. The $5 a night cost is well spent to ensure 'safety first' - our dedicated team set up road markers, time-keep, take photos and make sure everyone gets home safely. For more information see Denna or Adrian at Habitat Sports.
TUBE RACE DOWN THE BULLER RIVER
February for the last 2 years has hosted a great little event The Buller Gorge Tube Race. Tube with a friend down the beautiful river from Jackson's Beach to Berlins Beach SHW 6 Buller gorge. Find a friend and join the fun for 2012. Must be over 12 Years old have a life jacket on and a whistle. Single ended paddles are used with a ply or solid base on the tube. Biscuits are welcome.
SOURCE 2 SEA
20 November 2010.This is a road-bike race from the source of the the Buller River at St Arnaud to, Westport- Taking in 100 miles (160km) of the beautiful Buller Gorge (mostly descending). This year there is a female only start for those who still wont to ride with their male riding buddies there is still a mix start.
If the 160 km is a bit more than you can chew, there is also 30km, 60km, and 100km options.
30km Berlin to Westport. All ages - All abilities - All Welcome
This was a great event and we hope it runs next year!!! A BIG WELDONE to all who entered and to the Westport guys and girls you did very well.
BULLER GORGE DESCENT
21 November 2010
30km Berlins Cafe to Westport Grade 2
60km Iron Bridge to Westport Grade 2+
Combined the Buller Gorgedescent with the source to sea for a epic multi sport training weekend.
SEE OUR PHOTO GALLERY AND FINDA.CO.NZ for a little of the beauty.
THE WILD COASTER.
9th October 2010, this cycle race involves 109km of hills along the best coast of New Zealand. It can be wild, with hills, wind and rain all on the cards.
The race starts in Greymouth and finishes in Westport's Carters Beach. The fastest riders do this one in about 2 hours 45 minutes! For those like who just want to complete this event, about 5 hours would be a great effort.
Well done to every one to took part this year. See you again next year.
Porto Bello
The Domain Day-Night
Mountain Bike Race
Was so much fun!!!! And we will be doing it again this year. Whatch this space.