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the supportive messages written by our neighbours provided a boost on each lap.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/pic24.jpgpic24Paul's sound system providing some good vibes.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/pic23.jpgpic23Loving the drawings!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/pic22.jpgpic22Living out of town makes for a laid-back, rural running experience.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/pic21.jpgpic21Heading into the sunset. :)https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/pic20.jpgpic20Our aid station.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/pic19.jpgpic19Late afternoon shadows.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/pic18.jpgpic18Thanks to the tree-rich area large parts of the course is in shadow much of the day.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/pic17.jpgpic17Always a highlight to finish a fifth lap.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/pic16.jpgpic16Sunset silhouette.2021-03-11T20:28:45+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2020/04/24/19-ks-for-19-days-a-covid-19-isolation-odyssey/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/19k-1s.jpg19k-1shttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/19k-3s.jpg19k-3shttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/screen-shot-2020-04-23-at-6.42.04-pm.pngScreen Shot 2020-04-23 at 6.42.04 PM2021-03-11T20:27:42+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2020/02/10/taihape-gumboot-gallop-recce/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/maps12_21s.jpgmaps12_21shttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/3_5b_small.jpg3_5b_smallhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/half_profile.jpghalf_profilehttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/12_profile.jpg12_profilehttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/yonder_20200209_141650611_hdrs-1.jpgyonder_20200209_141650611_HDRshttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/yonder_20200209_141650611_hdr.jpgyonder_20200209_141650611_HDRhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/yonder_20200209_133721661s-1.jpgyonder_20200209_133721661shttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/yonder_20200209_133721661.jpgyonder_20200209_133721661https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/yonder_20200209_130047148_hdrs-1.jpgyonder_20200209_130047148_HDRshttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/yonder_20200209_130047148_hdr.jpgyonder_20200209_130047148_HDR2021-03-11T20:24:37+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2020/02/07/powell-hut-and-back/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img-20200207-wa0004.jpgIMG-20200207-WA0004Photo by Deon.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_20200206_091937s.jpgIMG_20200206_091937sShenanigans in the wind.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_20200204_115106424s.jpgIMG_20200204_115106424sOops. My 24 litre pack is not up to the task.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_20200206_091915s.jpgIMG_20200206_091915shttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_20200204_100539406s.jpgIMG_20200204_100539406sWhiskey - a great tipple on a tramp.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_20200204_100252196s.jpgIMG_20200204_100252196sParaphernalia, and white gold.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_20200204_095322863s.jpgIMG_20200204_095322863sEmergency soup, lunch, dessert and snacks.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_20200204_085635097s.jpgIMG_20200204_085635097sVege curry for tea.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_4646s.jpgIMG_4646shttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_4642s.jpgIMG_4642s2021-03-11T20:21:19+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2020/01/28/marshalling-on-mt-holdsworth-jumbo-holdsworth-trail-race-25-january/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/newspaper.pngnewspaperhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/pic24.jpgpic24https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/pic23.jpgpic23https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/pic22.jpgpic22https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/pic21.jpgpic21https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/pic20.jpgpic20https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/pic19.jpgpic19https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/pic18.jpgpic18https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/pic17.jpgpic17https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/pic16.jpgpic162021-03-11T20:20:10+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2020/01/07/the-treacherous-tararua-peaks-circuit/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/img_4595-1.jpgIMG_4595https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/img_4595-1.jpgIMG_4595https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/img_4253-1.jpgIMG_4253Last minute gear check.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/panorama5.jpgpanorama5https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/panorama4.jpgpanorama4https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/panorama3.jpgpanorama3https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/panorama2.jpgpanorama2https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/panorama1.jpgpanorama1https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/img_20191228_153401296.jpgIMG_20191228_153401296https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/img_4595.jpgIMG_45952021-03-11T20:18:35+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2019/11/07/wairarapa-country-half-marathon-and-some/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/img_4247.jpgIMG_4247https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/img_4245.jpgIMG_4245https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/img_4244.jpgIMG_4244https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/img_4243.jpgIMG_4243https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/img_4240.jpgIMG_4240https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/img_4238.jpgIMG_4238https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/img_4236.jpgIMG_4236https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/img_4235.jpgIMG_4235https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/img_4234.jpgIMG_4234https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/img_4232.jpgIMG_42322020-02-03T03:39:12+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2019/09/29/tauranga-marathon/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/img_4218.jpgIMG_4218The finish in the main street of Tauranga City.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/img_4217.jpgIMG_4217The last aid station, less than 2km from the finish.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/img_4216.jpgIMG_4216https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/img_4214.jpgIMG_4214The mount looks so far away.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/img_4211.jpgIMG_4211Running along the boardwalk.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/img_4210.jpgIMG_4210https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/img_4209.jpgIMG_4209Another friendly aid station.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/img_4206.jpgIMG_4206https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/img_4204.jpgIMG_4204A lovely part of the course.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/img_4200.jpgIMG_4200Checking out the 10km map and wondering what possessed me to do the marathon.2020-02-03T03:38:35+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2019/09/29/hatuma-lime-half-marathon-3/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/img_4159.jpgIMG_4159Less than two kilometres from the finish.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/img_4157.jpgIMG_4157When there's "running" in a sentence it can only mean one thing ;-).https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/img_4154.jpgIMG_4154https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/img_4151.jpgIMG_4151A lovely section before and after the last change over point.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/img_4144.jpgIMG_4144Gerry practicing his selfie skills.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/img_4143.jpgIMG_4143Lots of traffic on the course.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/img_4140.jpgIMG_4140Hey Kev!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/img_4139.jpgIMG_4139hi Anita!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/img_4138.jpgIMG_4138https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/img_4137.jpgIMG_4137Cath and Cheryl joined me for the pic.2020-02-03T03:38:07+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2019/07/19/cape-egmont-half-marathon/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/img_4132s.jpgIMG_4132shttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/img_4131s.jpgIMG_4131sGood to be out of the rain, but still cold and wet.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/img_4130s.jpgIMG_4130shttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/img_4128s.jpgIMG_4128sCape Egmont lighthouse.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/img_4127s.jpgIMG_4127sHappy to be done with it.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/img_4126s.jpgIMG_4126shttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/img_4125s.jpgIMG_4125shttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/img_4124s.jpgIMG_4124shttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/img_4123s.jpgIMG_4123sDid I mention it was wet?https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/img_4122s.jpgIMG_4122s2020-02-03T03:37:33+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2019/06/02/ultra-trail-australia/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/ali_pottinger_pic.jpgali_pottinger_pichttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/tshirt_fauxpas.jpgtshirt_fauxpashttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/img_4065.jpgIMG_4065More stairs ...https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/img_4064.jpgIMG_4064Stairs and ...https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/img_4063.jpgIMG_4063I was thinking of two different letters in the middle of that word.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/img_4061.jpgIMG_4061https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/img_4060.jpgIMG_4060Yeeha!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/img_4058.jpgIMG_4058https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/img_4056.jpgIMG_4056A brush turkey at dawn.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/img_4051.jpgIMG_4051But resist the heaters.2020-02-03T03:36:46+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2019/05/02/6-hours-te-arapiki-a-tane-and-24-hours-summerhill-trails-loop-challenge/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/52.jpg52We made this, incase some nutters manages to complete a 100 miles in the 24 hours.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/51.jpg51Trying to do a selfie in the middle of the night in the dark.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/50.jpg50https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/49.jpgsmartcapturesmartcapturehttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/48.jpg48https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/47.jpg47https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/46.jpg46https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/45.jpg45https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/44.jpgrbtrbthttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/43.jpgrbtrbt2020-02-03T03:35:42+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2019/04/11/ka-waewae-tatahi-o-te-awa-tupua/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/56395187_2221489707889729_59555103153061888_o.jpg56395187_2221489707889729_59555103153061888_ohttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/raceprofile.pngraceprofilehttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/img_3822.jpgIMG_3822Race bibs, and we ironically also finished in that order, event Ts and bling.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/img_3819.jpgIMG_3819A whanau celebrating at the finish.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/img_3818.jpgIMG_3818Finally at the finish, and what a great welcome we received!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/img_3816.jpgIMG_3816https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/img_3815.jpgIMG_3815Some amusing roadside scenery.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/img_3814.jpgIMG_3814More beautiful scenery.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/img_3813.jpgIMG_3813Fuck this shit. I'm done. At least that's how I felt at the time.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/img_3811.jpgIMG_38112020-02-03T03:34:50+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2019/03/14/triple-peaks-challenge/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/reg.jpgregRegistration on a rainy Friday night.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/img_20190308_185749221.jpgIMG_20190308_185749221https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/img_3723.jpgIMG_3723Prize-giving.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/img_3721.jpgIMG_3721Just a glimpse of the finish banner by the time we got to the finish.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/img_3720.jpgIMG_3720When you think you should have reached the finish line two kilometres ago, only to see this sign!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/img_3717.jpgIMG_3717https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/img_3714.jpgIMG_3714Back in civilisation.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/img_3711.jpgIMG_3711https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/img_3710.jpgIMG_3710https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/img_3707.jpgIMG_3707Very challenging MTB tracks on tired and sore legs.2020-02-03T03:32:21+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2019/02/11/dontforgettotrainnexttime-tarawera-ultra/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/tum_2019_030901-1.jpgTUM_2019_030901https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/tum_2019_019519-1.jpgTUM_2019_019519https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/tum_2019_008204-1.jpgTUM_2019_008204https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/img_3553-1.jpgIMG_3553https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/img_3543-1.jpgIMG_3543https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/img_3540-1.jpgIMG_3540https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/img_3537-1.jpgIMG_3537https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/img_3533-1.jpgIMG_3533https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/img_3529-1.jpgIMG_3529https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/img_3527-1.jpgIMG_35272020-02-03T03:31:30+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2019/02/04/coppermine-creek-and-coppermine-loop-track/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/img_20190202_151646617.jpgIMG_20190202_151646617https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/img_20190202_151542167.jpgIMG_20190202_151542167https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/img_20190202_150825551_hdr.jpgIMG_20190202_150825551_HDRhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/img_20190202_150048272.jpgIMG_20190202_150048272https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/img_20190202_145553226_hdr.jpgIMG_20190202_145553226_HDRhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/img_20190202_145112242.jpgIMG_20190202_145112242https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/img_20190202_143811041.jpgIMG_20190202_143811041https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/img_20190202_143634238.jpgIMG_20190202_143634238https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/img_20190202_142536605.jpgIMG_20190202_142536605https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/img_20190202_141712540_hdr.jpgIMG_20190202_141712540_HDR2020-02-03T03:30:45+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2019/01/14/around-the-mountain-circuit-mt-taranaki/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/img_20190102_135504603.jpgimg_20190102_135504603Hard to believe it is misty and rainy up at the hut, when it is this sunny down at the base of the mountain.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/img_20190102_122057543.jpgimg_20190102_122057543Meeting our New Plymouth mates for lunch at the hut. And off course a joke was cracked just before the shot was taken.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/img_20190102_113555309.jpgimg_20190102_113555309Very busy at the Pouakai Hut with loads of day walkers of all ages.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/img_20190102_105810245.jpgimg_20190102_105810245https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/img_20190102_105615473.jpgimg_20190102_105615473A lot of work has been done on upgrading the path since we last did this track in thick mud.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/img_20190102_103638586.jpgimg_20190102_103638586Another Pouakai crossing with zero views.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/img_20190102_100457149.jpgimg_20190102_100457149The vegetation around the track forms a very welcome shelter belt against the driving wind.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/img_20190102_093825420.jpgimg_20190102_093825420Another massive uphill, luckily mostly on stairs up the Pouakai Range.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/img_20190102_090352805_hdr.jpgimg_20190102_090352805_hdrWaking up to a rather dreary turn in the weather.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/img_20190101_204606706.jpgimg_20190101_204606706Cooking outside on a misty evening.2020-02-03T03:28:49+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2018/11/26/tail-end-charlies-for-a2e-hip-hip-hurrah/2020-02-03T03:27:18+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/hut-bagging/2020-01-29T21:37:27+00:00weekly0.6https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/01/17/doing-a-hip-hop-on-a-half/2020-01-09T19:38:36+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/about/2020-01-07T03:21:51+00:00weekly0.6https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/12/06/20-miles-of-hope-and-6-miles-of-truth-who-said-that/2019-09-28T07:51:06+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/01/30/atene-skyline-track/2019-04-07T00:58:08+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2018/07/01/catchment-ultra-recce/2019-01-28T02:33:20+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2018/11/10/hill-repeats-with-weights-aorangi-undulator-marshalling-duties-on-the-mountain-ridge-above-washpool-hut/2018-11-27T00:58:15+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2018/11/08/just-like-that-hip-hip-not-hoorah/2018-11-27T00:57:35+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2018/10/28/new-plymouth-joggers-and-walkers-club-half-marathon/2018-11-27T00:55:59+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2018/09/19/hauraki-hundee-trail-trilogy/2018-11-27T00:55:24+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2018/09/07/woodville-to-wharite-peak-and-back/2018-11-27T00:54:25+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2018/04/16/ring-of-fire-rof-volcanic-ultra/2018-11-27T00:52:56+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2018/03/31/kohitere-trig-track/2018-11-27T00:51:34+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2018/03/11/weve-gone-nuts-tasmanias-101km-adventure-run/2018-11-27T00:50:55+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2018/03/10/cradle-mountain-lake-st-clair-national-park/2018-11-27T00:49:53+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2018/10/02/red-walk-red-nose-family-fun-day/2018-10-23T20:38:37+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2016/12/13/catch-22/2018-08-06T21:39:25+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/04/10/change-your-breathing-rhythm-to-fixprevent-itb-problems/2018-04-25T21:15:13+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2018/02/05/paekakariki-escarpment-track/2018-03-25T22:12:07+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2018/02/28/the-fifth-leg-queenstown-tasmania/2018-03-12T23:19:45+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2018/02/24/queens-domain-parkrun-hobart-tasmania/2018-03-12T23:19:17+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2018/02/24/risdon-brook-track-hobart-tasmania-unofficial-parkrun-and-then-some/2018-03-12T23:18:42+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2018/01/29/chasing-the-cut-off-jumbo-holdsworth-trail-race/2019-07-25T22:01:51+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2018/01/29/mt-ruapehu-3-day-fat-ass-run/2018-03-12T23:16:56+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2018/01/16/run-one-walk-one-an-easy-ultra/2018-03-12T23:16:28+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2018/01/12/lake-waikaremoana-great-walk/2018-03-12T23:15:35+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/12/24/lower-hutt-parkrun/2018-03-12T23:14:59+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/12/18/palmy-christmas-parkrun/2018-03-12T23:14:13+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/12/12/on-the-first-day-of-christmas-my-true-love-gave-to-me/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/bubbly_shoes.jpgbubbly_shoeshttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/img_0246fixeds.jpgIMG_0246fixedshttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/8pic4.jpg8pic4https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/8pic3.jpg8pic3https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/8pic2.jpg8pic2https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/8pic1.jpg8pic1https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/11pic2.jpg11pic2https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/11pic1.jpg11pic1https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/10pic4.jpg10pic4https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/10pic3.jpg10pic32018-03-12T23:13:14+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/12/11/three-bridges-and-three-ditches/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/fb_img_1512955679594.jpgFB_IMG_1512955679594Still going strong despite ramping up my kilometres significantly this week. [Pic by Jonesy's Photography.]https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/hpic6.jpghpic6Registration.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/hpic5.jpghpic5Still had my fleece top on. Briefly considered running with it! https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/hpic4.jpghpic4Bill doing race briefing.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/hpic3.jpghpic3It's going to happen, and Gerry can't come with. :-(https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/hpic2.jpghpic2Trying to get the stupid phone app to keep going. It asked a million questions and then paused!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/hpic1.jpghpic1Prize-giving.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/pic111.jpgpic11Some cloud at the start with little bits of blue/sunny sky peeking through.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/pic101.jpgpic10Crossing the first bridge (Dublin St Bridge) going upstream.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/pic91.jpgpic9Kowhai Park next to the Whanganui River.2018-03-12T23:12:45+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/12/07/porirua-parkrun/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/pic13.jpgpic13https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/pic12.jpgpic12A big field of about 130 runners/walkers.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/pic11.jpgpic11Catching up with Gary before the start.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/pic10.jpgpic10After about 15 minutes of "formalities", we were on our way.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/pic9.jpgpic9It's another beautiful course winding its way up the gorge.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/pic8.jpgpic8One kilometre down, and still slowly going uphill.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/pic7.jpgpic7Gary and I charging around the corner.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/pic6.jpgpic6At 2km, the field has already spread out a lot.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/pic5.jpgpic5Sheltered from the sun and wind, but still very humid.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/pic4.jpgpic4The halfway turn-around. Of the four different parkruns I've done, three of them have an out-and-back course.2018-03-12T23:12:15+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/11/29/proprioception-on-a-flatline/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic213.jpgpic21Registration at the surf club building.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic201.jpgpic20Participants making their way to the start on the beach.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic191.jpgpic19Race briefing.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic161.jpgpic16"There are only two mistakes one can make on the road to truth: not going all the way, and not starting." (Buddha)https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic151.jpgpic15Water point #1.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic141.jpgpic14The turn-around on the first short out-and-back, with Kapiti Island in the back.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic132.jpgpic13Margaret and John going strong.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic122.jpgpic12"You only lose what you cling to." (Buddha)https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic114.jpgpic11Water point #1 (and 7).https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic102.jpgpic10With only 17 participants in the half marathon, it is easy to have the whole beach to yourself.2018-03-12T23:11:45+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/11/28/linking-two-towns-ashhurst-to-esplanade/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/robcaven3.jpgrobcaven3[Photo by Rob Caven Photography] On a slow trot out of the Ashhurst Domain.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/robcaven2.jpgrobcaven2https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/robcaven1.jpgrobcaven1[Photo by Rob Caven Photography] Mr & Mrs Charlie at your service.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic92.jpgpic9The registration team hard at work.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic82.jpgpic8The walkers lining up for their start.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic72.jpgpic7And they're off!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic62.jpgpic6An hour after the walkers, the runners were on their way.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic52.jpgpic5Some dark clouds and even a few spits of rain on a otherwise warm and humid day.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic42.jpgpic4On Higgins' property.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic34.jpgpic3In the Higgens aggregates yard.2018-03-12T23:11:13+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/11/24/palmy-parkrun-2/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/23658657_1832882347003584_6588733712408747756_n.jpg23658657_1832882347003584_6588733712408747756_nNot far now! Without a watch I had no idea what my time was until the results were email later in the day. (Photo: Richard Berber/parkrun)https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/23632599_1832882553670230_3255441403213194216_o.jpg23632599_1832882553670230_3255441403213194216_oA cold wind to keep things interesting. (Photo: Richard Berber/parkrun)https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/23632014_1832883233670162_5349997241523318375_o.jpg23632014_1832883233670162_5349997241523318375_oAnd off we go on the out-and-back course next to the river. (Photo: Richard Berber/parkrun)https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/23559790_1832882117003607_3884265238747569424_n.jpg23559790_1832882117003607_3884265238747569424_nGerry at full throttle. (Photo: Richard Berber/parkrun)2018-03-12T23:10:34+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/11/12/kapiti-coast-parkrun/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic131.jpgpic13Shortly after the start and we were right at the back with one or two others.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic121.jpgpic1273 runners and walkers gathered for this weeks parkrun.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic111.jpgpic11A sheltered path.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic101.jpgpic10At the start, having a quick chat with Gary (who also offered to take our pic - thanks Gary!).https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic91.jpgpic9Race briefing.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic81.jpgpic8Off-road all the way.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic71.jpgpic7The speedsters are already on their way back.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic61.jpgpic6A beautiful morning for it.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic51.jpgpic5The Tararuas in the distance.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic41.jpgpic4Finally at the turn-around point.2018-03-12T23:09:46+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/11/10/roy-lamberton-memorial-half-marathon-feilding/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic32.jpgpic32Chilling before the start.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic31.jpgpic31Gerry photobombing my start pic.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic30.jpgpic30Race briefing by Rob Dabb.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic29.jpgpic29100?? runners and walkers in the half marathon.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic28.jpgpic28And we're off!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic27.jpgpic27Was it not for this guy in the yellow Feilding Moas colours, we might have taken the wrong turn a couple of kilometres before the finish.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic26.jpgpic26Making our way out of town next to a busy road.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic25.jpgpic25Major road crossing, luckily with the STOP-GO in place.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic24.jpgpic24Gerry, having an easy ride.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pic23.jpgpic23Little did I know my cap creeped up and was sitting on top of my head! I looked like an alien.2018-03-12T23:08:47+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/11/03/inaugural-palmy-parkrun/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/park14.jpgpark14The turn-around point.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/park13.jpgpark13217 (in 2017 :-)) participants turned up for the inaugural Palmy Parkrun.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/park12.jpgpark12https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/park11.jpgpark11A beautiful course next to the river.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/park10.jpgpark10A sunny, warm and windless day for the first one.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/park9.jpgpark9Starting at the Fitzherbert Bridge, participants run/walk upstream for 2.5km, before turning around and running/walking back.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/park8.jpgpark8The track is still open to the public, but we didn't see many people around that early.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/park7.jpgpark7One of the friendly marshals on the course.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/park6.jpgpark6Suzanne busy scanning Gerry's barcode.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/park5.jpgpark5The out-and-back course makes for a very social outing.2018-03-12T23:08:09+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/10/17/a-32km-warm-up-and-10km-sprint-yeah-right-the-inaugural-tauranga-international-marathon/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/f0397312s1.jpgf0397312sOh, the pain. So much pain.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/f0397312s.jpgf0397312shttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/f0422464s.jpgf0422464shttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/f0416448s.jpgf0416448shttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/f0404096s.jpgf0404096sGerry having both our beers (they ran out of ciders).https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/f0390144s.jpgf0390144sHappy (and relieved!).https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/f0384320s.jpgf0384320sFinally - the finish is in sight.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/f0377728s.jpgf0377728sNot far to go!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/f0364352s.jpgf0364352sThis is the inaugural Tauranga International Marathon.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/f0358336s.jpgf0358336sWhoop!2018-03-12T23:07:29+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/10/03/creatures-of-habit-hatuma-time-again/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/caroline_williams.jpgcaroline_williamsPhoto by Caroline Williams.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/pic3.jpgpic3A beautiful run out in the country.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/pic2.jpgpic2Lake Hatuma in the back.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/pic1.jpgpic1 Photo by Nicole Patterson. After about 7km, things were still going well.2018-03-12T23:06:52+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/07/25/hilder-honey-and-a-half-marathon/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/nicolepic.jpgnicolepicPhoto courtesy of Nicole Patterson. Cheers!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dsc08739.jpgDSC08739This is the team behind this lovely event - Sport Hawke's Bay.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dsc08738.jpgDSC08738Prize-giving about to begin.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dsc08733.jpgDSC08733Only the final kilometre through town. A very long kilometre at that!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dsc08730.jpgDSC08730Some ruins in the countryside which I haven't noticed before (or have forgotten about).https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dsc08727.jpgDSC08727What looks like strong wind blowing me over, was actually an attempt by me to make a Killian Jornet jump. But, alas, my feet wouldn't go where I wanted them to.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dsc08726.jpgDSC08726https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dsc08724.jpgDSC08724Gerry doing a speed session to catch up with me again after his pee stop.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dsc08722.jpgDSC08722This bridge is about at the halfway point.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/dsc08718.jpgDSC08718A long downhill in the valley.2018-03-12T23:06:20+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/07/16/stride-for-syria/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/pic7.jpgpic7A few puddles to jump, if you can.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/pic6.jpgpic6Gerry turning at the far end of Waitoetoe Park.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/pic5.jpgpic5PNBHS manning the aid station - great job!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/pic4.jpgpic4A nice off-road section.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/pic3.jpgpic3Downstream from the bridge, the Bridle Track received a new layer of grit shortly before the Palmy marathon.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/pic11.jpgpic11Participants getting ready.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/pic2.jpgpic2Cool World Vision wrist bands were handed out to participants.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/pic10.jpgpic10Unfortunately only a small field for this event.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/pic14.jpgpic14This is Manawatu.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/pic1.jpgpic12018-03-12T23:05:49+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/07/13/5-things-no-one-tells-you-bla-bla-bla/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/getting_older_s.jpggetting_older_s2018-03-12T23:05:04+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/06/23/the-david-fletcher-mortgages-urban-trail-run/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/pic23.jpgpic23https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/pic22.jpgpic22https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/pic21.jpgpic21https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/pic20.jpgpic20https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/pic19.jpgpic19https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/pic18.jpgpic18https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/pic17.jpgpic17https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/pic16.jpgpic16https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/pic15.jpgpic15https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/pic14.jpgpic142018-03-12T23:04:21+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/06/20/a-tail-in-three-parts-pouakai-crossing/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/dsc086411.jpgDSC08641https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/dsc08641.jpgDSC08641https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/dsc086881.jpgDSC08688https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/sciencelens_8094s.jpgsciencelens_8094shttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/sciencelens_8092s.jpgsciencelens_8092shttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/sciencelens_8089s.jpgsciencelens_8089shttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/sciencelens_8086s.jpgsciencelens_8086shttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/sciencelens_8084s.jpgsciencelens_8084shttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/sciencelens_8079s.jpgsciencelens_8079shttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/sciencelens_8078s.jpgsciencelens_8078sPouakai Hut only just visible in the mist.2018-03-12T23:03:25+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/05/14/for-a-good-course-and-cause-of-course/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc08530.jpgDSC08530https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc08529.jpgDSC08529https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc08527.jpgDSC08527https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc08526.jpgDSC08526https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc08523.jpgDSC08523https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc08522.jpgDSC08522https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc08521.jpgDSC08521https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc08520.jpgDSC08520https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc08519.jpgDSC08519https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc08518.jpgDSC085182018-07-11T23:06:31+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/04/21/the-greatest-virtual-run/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/gvr.pnggvrhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/jason_medal.jpgjason_medal2018-03-12T23:00:59+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/04/30/30-hour-haiku-and-photography-ultra-challenge/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/img_1238.jpgIMG_1238Shortly before noon - trying to defrost from the previous icy cold night.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/img_1235.jpgIMG_1235Trying to warm up in the bright sun shortly before the 30 hours were finished.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/img_1234.jpgIMG_1234Nearly done. What should have been Portrait #177.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/img_1225.jpgIMG_1225What should have been Portrait #159.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/img_1224.jpgIMG_1224Tiny little waterfall near the tent.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/img_1216.jpgIMG_1216Our lifeline in the desert.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/img_1210.jpgIMG_1210How long can five minutes be...https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/img_1202.jpgIMG_1202Being cloudy the second morning, it took the sun a bit longer to light up the day.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/img_1201.jpgIMG_1201Building this little den in front of the tent, kept me warm on the first night.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/img_1197.jpgIMG_1197Gerry kept on tripping over the tent rope/anker, so I tied toilet paper around it for lack of anything else.2018-03-12T22:59:40+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/04/18/the-great-forest-events-waitarere/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/dsc085331.jpgDSC08533Race headquarters - new venue.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/dsc08569.jpgDSC08569https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/dsc08568.jpgDSC08568https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/dsc08567.jpgDSC08567https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/dsc08562.jpgDSC08562https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/dsc08561.jpgDSC08561https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/dsc08559.jpgDSC08559https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/dsc08556.jpgDSC08556https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/dsc08555.jpgDSC08555https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/dsc08554.jpgDSC085542018-03-12T09:41:35+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/03/02/feilding-moa-21-1km-27-february-2011/2017-10-31T01:07:33+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2016/09/20/running-on-memory/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/dsc07799s.jpgdsc07799sThe third water point, signalling the arrival of the last quarter of the race. Water points doubled as change-overs for the 4-person relay teams, so were spaced roughly 5km apart. Plus a bonus water point roughly two kilometres from the finish.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/dsc07798s.jpgdsc07798sAfter a pit-stop, Graeme put in some speedy kilometres to catch up again.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/dsc07796s.jpgdsc07796sWater point with fruit chew toffees! What a nice treat.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/dsc07795s.jpgdsc07795sA glorious day to be out in the country for a run.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/dsc07794s.jpgdsc07794sGerry and Graeme enjoying the open road.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/dsc07793s.jpgdsc07793sAn easy run, with Graeme keeping us company.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/dsc07792s.jpgdsc07792sWe started off on an easy jog so before the end of the out-and-back section we were already right at the back of the pack.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/dsc07790s.jpgdsc07790sThe out-and-back section, before heading into the countryside.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/dsc07789s.jpgdsc07789sGerry even donned his T from last year.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/dsc07788s.jpgdsc07788sShortly before the start, with all the Hatuma Lime Half branded Ts.2017-09-18T03:37:22+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/03/26/taihape-half/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc08420.jpgDSC08420Briefing inside the hall. Haven't been inside before.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc08457.jpgDSC08457On the last bit of the uphill, before the final kilometre or so downhill to the finish.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc08454.jpgDSC08454Another one of the gigantic mushrooms. It's the biggest one I've seen in my life!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc08453.jpgDSC08453A wee gathering in the middle of the road. Rob arrived and started very late, so we saw him on the out-and-back stretch.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc08452.jpgDSC08452Derek going strong - another walker in the half marathon event.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc08451.jpgDSC08451Gerry having an easy morning out.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc08449.jpgDSC08449Not much blue skies this time around, but still a great day out.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc08446.jpgDSC08446Fun times at the water point at the turn-around of the dog-leg.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc08444.jpgDSC08444David J, who came second in the 21.1km walk category.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc08440.jpgDSC08440No, I did not just poop that out! The first of some massive mushrooms. Haven't seen them before.2017-05-01T03:23:36+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/01/19/hip-rehab/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/hip-tools.jpghip-tools2017-03-26T05:12:13+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2017/01/04/round-the-mountain-anti-clockwise/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc08213.jpgdsc08213Looking down towards the Taranaki Falls.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc08211.jpgdsc08211From the Tama Lakes to Whakapapa the path is a veritable highway.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc08207.jpgdsc08207Lower Tama lake, with Mt Ngauruhoe in the background.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc08205.jpgdsc08205Riding the wave.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc08203.jpgdsc08203Another perfect morning.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc08202.jpgdsc08202After passing the Waihohonu hut, the path back towards Whakapapa meanders along a stream for a few kilometres.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc08199.jpgdsc08199This area looked very unfamiliar from the last time we did this tramp. Could it be that the stairs in the distance have been newly built?https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc08198.jpgdsc08198Bridge crossing the impressive Ohinepango Spring.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc08197.jpgdsc08197Heading down an eroded path as we hit a bushier section.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc08194.jpgdsc08194Our final Round the Mountain selfie.2017-03-26T05:06:35+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2016/12/23/shania-twain-and-the-seven-witches-of-wanaka/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07987.jpgdsc07987Californian poppies by the toilet at the car park. If you don't have lavender, poppies will have to do! :-)https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07986.jpgdsc07986Almost back at the car, and already thinking about our next adventure.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07984.jpgdsc07984Another gorgeous day out in nature.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07983.jpgdsc07983Beautiful tree-lined stream.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07980.jpgdsc07980Hesitantly making our way down the valley.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07978.jpgdsc07978Finally back amongst the trees in The Stack Conservation Area.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07977.jpgdsc07977Returning along the saddle.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07973.jpgdsc07973A huge slip just below the path did not fill me with confidence.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07972.jpgdsc07972Too close for comfort.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07971.jpgdsc07971Fern Burn hut, set amidst the gorgeous Central Otago countryside.2017-03-26T05:04:02+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2016/12/20/roaring-meg/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07929.jpgdsc07929Can't remember seeing any of these massive mushrooms the previous day.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07927.jpgdsc07927Gigantic mushrooms popped up (overnight?) in the paddock.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07921.jpgdsc07921Nothing like a nice piece of salty biltong to keep one going.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07920.jpgdsc07920Could this be Quartz Knoll peak in Criffel Range?https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07916.jpgdsc07916Still some snow on the surrounding mountains.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07913.jpgdsc07913Roaring Meg River.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07912.jpgdsc07912Breakfast.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07910.jpgdsc07910Lovely sunny spot for a morning coffee.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07908.jpgdsc07908Nothing like a fire to warm body and soul on a cold night.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07905.jpgdsc07905Gerry tugging at the trees with a waratah.2017-03-26T05:02:24+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2016/12/18/mt-thomas-summit/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07867.jpgdsc07867The downhill was equally steep, with the last bit through grassland.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07864.jpgdsc07864Just follow the orange triangles.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07862.jpgdsc07862Muddy and slippery on the downhill.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07861.jpgdsc07861Don't let Gerry's shorts for one second make you think that it wasn't freezing cold.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07859.jpgdsc07859Date bread! Hands down the best thing on a very cold, rainy outing.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07856.jpgdsc07856Thanks to good route markings, a fork in the road did not present any problems.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07854.jpgdsc07854As the day progressed, it also became increasingly colder.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07848.jpgdsc07848Trig in the mist. Unfortunately that meant no views in any direction.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07847.jpgdsc07847At the summit.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/dsc07845.jpgdsc07845The uphill presented a good workout.2017-03-26T05:01:04+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2016/12/07/a-buffanatic/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/161017_final-voting-logo.png161017_final-voting-logohttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/pic9.jpgpic9https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/pic8.jpgpic8https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/pic7.jpgpic7https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/pic6.jpgpic6https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/pic5.jpgpic5https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/pic4.jpgpic4https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/pic3.jpgpic3https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/pic2.jpgpic2https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/pic1.jpgpic12016-12-17T23:15:09+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2016/10/14/new-plymouth-half-marathon/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/dsc07832.jpgdsc07832Glad to have made it one more time to the finish of a half marathon.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/dsc07830.jpgdsc07830Happy to find some of my favourite colour!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/dsc07826.jpgdsc07826Beautiful countryside.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/dsc07824.jpgdsc07824Gerry catching up after the last water point.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/dsc07823.jpgdsc07823Halfway! Yay! Downhill from here, right?https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/dsc07817.jpgdsc07817One of the biggies in the first half - the hill that goes straight up.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/dsc07816.jpgdsc07816Happy helpers at the first water point.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/dsc07815.jpgdsc07815And event darker clouds from the mountain side.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/dsc07813.jpgdsc07813Dark clouds coming from the sea.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/dsc07811.jpgdsc07811Gerry having a very relaxed morning out.2016-12-15T22:58:26+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2016/07/27/a-user-friendly-test-in-endurance/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/pic10.jpgpic10And what a wonderful treat to be joined by Graeme (all the way from Whanganui) and June! https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/pic9.jpgpic9Interval 7. Now we may as well push through. So close.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/pic8.jpgpic8Around 2:30am, soaking wet, we were almost finished with our sixth interval.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/pic7.jpgpic7When will this end??https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/pic6.jpgpic6Interval 4 around Massey campus was the first of the dark runs.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/pic5.jpgpic5Fuelled with fries (stupid, stupid), we suffered through a very difficult third interval.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/pic4.jpgpic4... and rumours of severe weather warnings seemed far off the mark.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/pic3.jpgpic3After a while, the sun came through ...https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/pic2.jpgpic2At the beginning ... there were two clean, non-sore runners ...https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/pic1.jpgpic1Some quick planning the night before, over a tipple.2016-12-15T22:55:42+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2016/07/25/where-to-start/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/stuart.jpgstuart2016-12-15T22:54:39+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2016/07/05/tauhara-half-marathon/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/dsc07786.jpgDSC07786Glad we did!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/dsc07783.jpgDSC07783A long queue of participants waiting for a sausage sizzle and a beer.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/dsc07778.jpgDSC07778Back on the cattle tracks.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/dsc07771.jpgDSC07771Finally the finish area came into sight.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/dsc07770.jpgDSC07770The long walk up a 1.5km hill, 3km before the finish.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/dsc07769.jpgDSC07769Frozen soil.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/dsc07767.jpgDSC07767The final, very chirpy waterpoint.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/dsc07766.jpgDSC07766It almost felt like we were running in a freezer.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/dsc07764.jpgDSC07764What does this even mean?https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/dsc07763.jpgDSC07763Frosty conditions and very cold temperatures kept us going to try and keep warm.2016-12-15T22:53:13+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2016/07/05/wellington-shoe-clinic-half-marathon/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/dsc07709.jpgDSC07709Rachael and Kathleen crossing the finish line shortly after us.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/dsc07708.jpgDSC07708With only a couple of kilometres left, I couldn't wait to get to the finish.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/dsc07706.jpgDSC07706Even if someone paid me, I would not have taken the dive.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/dsc07705.jpgDSC07705:-)https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/dsc07704.jpgDSC07704https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/dsc07703.jpgDSC07703https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/dsc07702.jpgDSC07702https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/dsc07701.jpgDSC07701https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/dsc07698.jpgDSC07698Gerry rounding the halfway point.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/dsc07695.jpgDSC07695Being an out-and-back course, you get to see everybody on the course.2016-12-15T22:50:18+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2016/06/14/5-manawatu-striders-inaugural-marathon/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/porritt-img_1750w.jpgPorritt IMG_1750wJust up the hill and around the corner - less than 1km to go. Photo by Ian Porritt Photography.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/porritt-img_1750-x3.jpgPorritt IMG_1750-X3https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/dsc07664.jpgDSC07664Showing our bling - Rob, me, Gerry and Graeme.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/dsc07662.jpgDSC07662Graeme pushing a mate through the finish.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/dsc07661.jpgDSC07661Rob at the finish.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/dsc07657.jpgDSC07657Digging deep - only about 2kms to go.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/dsc07655.jpgDSC07655Despite being very sick, Cheryl still braved the foul weather to come out and offer support.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/dsc07652.jpgDSC07652A nice little loop through Waitoetoe Park.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/dsc07651.jpgDSC07651With the final turn disappearing in the back, we're on the home straight.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/dsc07650.jpgDSC07650"Jumping" puddles. Uhum, or whatever you call trying to sidestep puddles after 34km.2016-12-15T22:49:29+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2016/05/23/4-lords-of-the-ring-massey-21-circuit-marathon/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/t-shirts3s.jpgt-shirts3sEvent T-shirts.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/lotr_medal_s.jpgLOTR_medal_sEvent medals.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/img_1581s.jpgIMG_1581sSmiles all around, as if this would be a walk in the park. [Photo supplied by Rachael]https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/img_1579s.jpgIMG_1579sGerry, Pete and I on our first lap. [Photo supplied by Rachael]https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/img_1578s.jpgIMG_1578sRob looking happy to start his first lap. [Photo supplied by Rachael]https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/img_1575s.jpgIMG_1575sBobbie and Graeme starting their first lap. [Photo supplied by Rachael]https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07613.jpgDSC07613The 5 marathons team still smiling after our fourth event: me, Gerry, Graeme and Rob. [Photo by Rachael]https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07607.jpgDSC07607Our lap counter and motivational board.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07606.jpgDSC07606Rob collecting cones afterwards, still with a spring in his step after 42kms. https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07603.jpgDSC07603Our traffic management entailed cones at all road crossings.2016-12-15T22:43:52+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2016/05/20/3-hawkes-bay-international-marathon/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/42gear.jpg42gearhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07591.jpgDSC07591The race logo printed on the bottom back of the T-shirts.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07590.jpgDSC07590Very similar logo's.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07588.jpgDSC07588And medals. Not a carbon copy, but not exactly unique.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07584.jpgDSC07584The 5-in-5-in-5 team: Graeme, Rob, me and Gerry.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07582.jpgDSC07582And Rob staggering in. :-)https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc075811.jpgDSC07581Graeme just after he finished.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc075791.jpgDSC07579Happy to be finished!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc075781.jpgDSC07578Great to finish in such a festive environment.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc075771.jpgDSC07577The end is in sight.2016-12-15T22:42:44+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2016/05/10/2-t42/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07465.jpgDSC07465Some nasty little hills on the 2km loop through the paddocks at the start helped to quickly spread out competitors.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07460.jpgDSC07460Pink portaloos!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07514.jpgDSC07514Taking a photo-break about 3km from the finish. Thanks for offering to take the photo, Chris!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07513.jpgDSC07513Signage (including the familiar blue TotalSports ribbons) was excellent, and we never felt we might be on the wrong route.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07509.jpgDSC07509One of the official vehicles, transporting the bicycles of some unfortunate MTB participants.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07507.jpgDSC07507Many parts of the route looked completely unfamiliar, including this bridge.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07506.jpgDSC07506Some puddles could be avoided, even though I'm sure the speedy front-runners charged straight through.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07505.jpgDSC07505...in this case, another icy stream.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07504.jpgDSC07504Whenever we saw these signs we knew there was some exciting obstacle ahead...https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07503.jpgDSC07503Speeding through the stream to limit the time spent in the chilly water.2016-12-15T22:41:49+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2016/05/04/1-rotorua-marathon/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/fb.pngfbCelebratory drinks were immediately shared when we saw this. The perfect gift.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07459.jpgDSC07459Event T's and medals.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07456.jpgDSC07456Worms-eye view - one of my gutter moments.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07455.jpgDSC07455Gerry speeding along to catch up after a pee-stop.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07454.jpgDSC07454Lots and lots of traffic on the stretch back to town.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07453.jpgDSC07453Halfway! I knew long before then already that I wasn't going to make it in 5 hours.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07451.jpgDSC07451Nearing the far side of the lake.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07449.jpgDSC07449Gerry enjoying the early morning sun. https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07448.jpgDSC07448High-5's all around.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/dsc07447.jpgDSC07447Lovely bagpipe music greeted us.2016-12-15T22:40:41+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2016/05/02/great-forest-events/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/dsc07434.jpgDSC07434The Neva Bean clan from Whanganui.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/dsc07433.jpgDSC07433Catching up with some mates at prize-giving.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/dsc07431.jpgDSC07431A cute sign to celebrate the 20th anniversary of this great event.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/dsc07425.jpgDSC07425Happy at the finish, with Powerade, an apple and medals. It was the nicest, most welcome apple I've had in years.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/dsc07423.jpgDSC07423Some more entertainment at the start of the only "hill" on the course.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/dsc07420.jpgDSC07420The 10km participants linking up with the 21km course in the last few kilometres.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/dsc07419.jpgDSC07419Signs of industrial activity.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/dsc07417.jpgDSC07417Lovely and warm in the open patches.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/dsc07416.jpgDSC07416A welcome water point in a clearing in the forest.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/dsc07413.jpgDSC074132016-12-15T22:39:37+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2016/04/05/round-the-vines-half-marathon-2/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/dsc07355.jpgDSC07355Team All Sorts - perhaps not the most inspiring costumes of the day, but we had a huge amount of fun.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/dsc07386.jpgDSC07386What an amazing turnout! This race keeps getting bigger each year, and rightfully so.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/dsc07385.jpgDSC07385The bridal party finishing in high spirits.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/dsc07383.jpgDSC07383Reaching the finish, a.k.a. party central.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/dsc07382.jpgDSC07382Incredible to even see a bride and bridesmaids among the fancy dress teams.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/dsc07381.jpgDSC07381The obligatory selfie - and what a great setting for it!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/dsc07379.jpgDSC07379Runners inspiration.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/dsc07378.jpgDSC07378Some amusing signs to keep us smiling.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/dsc07377.jpgDSC07377Where's Wally?https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/dsc07376.jpgDSC07376Some costumes were more, uhm, unique than others!2016-12-15T22:37:28+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2016/03/31/taihape-half-marathon/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/dsc07352.jpgDSC07352The finish in sight on the last long downhill.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/dsc07351.jpgDSC07351Gerry trying his luck passing close to the whomping willow!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/dsc07349.jpgDSC07349Over the last few kilometres we passed many 10km walkers.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/dsc07348.jpgDSC07348Firefighters doing the 10km as training for the Sky Tower challenge.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/dsc07347.jpgDSC07347From about the 16 to 20km points you face a slow and steady uphill.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/dsc07346.jpgDSC07346Reaching the section of road comprising the out-and-back 10km event, things got increasingly social.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/dsc07345.jpgDSC07345Drinking in the beauty of the surroundings does wonders to keep your energy levels up.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/dsc07342.jpgDSC07342Interesting tree formations on the horizon as we jogged along the country roads.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/dsc07340.jpgDSC07340The volunteer water girl even offered to take our photo.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/dsc07339.jpgDSC07339A jolly waterpoint at the turn of the out-and-back bit.2016-12-15T22:36:37+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2016/04/05/the-lords-of-the-ring-massey-21-marathon/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/m21m_map-copy_small.pngm21m_map copy_smallhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/logo_final_fb-copy.jpglogo_final_fb copy2016-12-15T22:34:54+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/07/26/ignorence-is-bliss-norsewood-to-takapau/2016-07-24T23:33:54+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2016/01/09/running-in-circles/2016-05-23T00:12:50+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2016/03/11/the-5-in-5-in-5-challenge/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/5in5in5_fin.jpg5in5in5_fin2016-03-31T03:43:13+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2016/03/08/skyline-track-khandallah-wellington/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/pic5.jpgpic5Sheltered from the wind in the bush.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/pic2.jpgpic2Back to a walk up another hill in Khandallah.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/pic6.jpgpic6And just as steep as the uphills were, so are the downhills.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/pic9.jpgpic9We were making our way up the hill towards the left.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/pic3.jpgpic3Beautiful scenery and lovely terrain for a run.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/pic4.jpgpic4A whole network of trails are scattered around the suburbs of Wellington.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/pic7.jpgpic7At the top of Mt Kaukau with stunning 360 degree views.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/pic8.jpgpic8Wellington already seems far below, while the wind was howling on the ridges.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/pic1.jpgpic1As seen from our accommodation: the tower on the horizon is where we passed the highest point.2016-03-31T03:42:27+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2016/02/29/ruapehuexpress-half-marathon/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/dsc07284.jpgDSC07284"If you go into the woods today, you're in for a big surprise".https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/dsc07288.jpgDSC07288Crossing one of many similar little bridges.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/dsc07290.jpgDSC07290The trail winds through beautiful forests.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/dsc07307.jpgDSC07307Pete still going strong.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/dsc07303.jpgDSC07303The cobblestone of the historic path is still visible in parts.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/dsc07312.jpgDSC07312The second water point about 2km from the finish.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/dsc07283.jpgDSC07283Having a blast out on the trails.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/dsc07314.jpgDSC07314On the home straight back to the Powderhorn Chateau.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/dsc07291.jpgDSC07291No doubt we're on the right track.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/dsc07300.jpgDSC07300Halfway - yay!2016-03-31T03:41:50+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2016/02/16/how-not-to-do-a-60km-trail-run-the-mud-blood-guts-and-glory-of-the-tarawera-ultra/2016-03-31T03:41:12+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/12/13/no-frills-no-fuss-marathon-training-programme-for-ordinary-folk/2016-03-31T03:39:50+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/09/29/hatuma-lime-half-marathon-2/2016-03-31T03:34:46+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/09/22/marton-to-wanganui-relay/2016-03-31T03:31:38+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/09/19/north-range-road/2016-03-31T03:30:25+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/05/09/t42-trail-marathon-7-may-2011/2016-02-29T01:52:49+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/09/03/cambridge-half-marathon/2015-09-22T02:53:22+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/08/04/in-it-for-the-long-haul-manawatu-striders-winter-series/2015-09-22T02:52:15+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/08/04/hoka-one-one-taupo-marathon/2015-09-22T02:51:13+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/08/28/manawatu-striders-half-marathon-palmerston-north/2016-04-05T00:27:28+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/08/30/parkrun-hamilton-new-zealand/2015-09-22T02:49:16+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/07/13/shoe-clinic-wellington-half-marathon/2015-09-22T02:48:12+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/06/28/road-testing-the-asics-gel-kayano-21/2015-09-22T02:46:05+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/05/01/old-mutual-two-oceans-marathon/2015-09-22T02:45:10+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/03/26/back-to-back-21s-1-taihape-half-marathon/2015-09-22T02:40:19+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/10/03/hatuma-lime-half-marathon/2015-09-03T02:50:11+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/07/26/hill-straining/2015-07-26T05:59:00+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/07/07/glorious-mountains/2015-07-07T04:11:39+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/03/17/round-the-vines/2015-03-26T20:29:53+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/03/16/mountain-to-surf-new-plymouth/2015-03-26T20:28:28+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/03/16/manawatu-striders-super-sevens-2015/2015-03-26T20:27:41+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/02/15/first-time-centurion-the-tarawera-ultra-100km/2015-03-26T20:26:58+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/03/27/back-to-back-21s-2-pahiatua-bush-harrier-half-marathon/2015-03-26T20:24:06+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/03/25/bush-harriers-hansells-5k-runwalk-series-pahiatua/2015-03-25T02:10:45+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/01/22/north-range-road-training-run/2015-02-15T04:27:44+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/01/21/lake-kaniere-track/2015-02-15T04:26:53+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/01/20/mt-aspiring-rob-roy-track/2015-02-15T04:25:59+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/01/10/becoming-an-asics-road-tester/2018-07-02T10:54:09+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/12/29/kepler-track-round-2-24-27-december-2014/2015-01-21T20:55:35+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/12/22/kepler-challenge-training-dry-run/2015-01-20T22:49:30+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/12/16/three-bridges-marathon/2015-01-17T20:38:03+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2015/01/11/je-suis-charlie-unity-run-for-liberte-egalite-and-fraternite/2015-01-17T20:36:13+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/12/04/the-flying-pink-marathon-a-jolly-great-run/2015-01-13T20:05:45+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/11/28/ashhurst-to-esplanade-not-quite-a-half-marathon-20-8km/2014-12-04T08:51:00+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/11/18/red-rocks-wellington-coastal-challenge-32km-reduced-to-28km-due-to-bad-weather/2014-12-04T08:48:36+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/11/11/going-the-ultra-distance-taniwha-60km-trail-run/2014-12-04T08:46:27+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/11/10/footprints-in-the-sand-foxton-beach-20km-fun-run/2014-11-16T09:52:15+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/11/10/tongariro-alpine-crossing-19-4-kilometres/2014-11-16T09:50:55+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/11/07/wairarapa-country-marathon/2014-11-16T09:48:14+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/10/16/staples-rodway-cape-kidnappers-challenge-32km/2014-11-16T09:45:20+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/09/16/pelorus-trust-half-marathon/2014-11-16T09:40:23+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/09/15/mt-tongariro-summit-and-back-19-5km/2014-11-16T09:38:36+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/09/12/tora-coastal-challenge-mudder-madness-32km/2014-11-16T09:36:58+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/08/13/manawatu-striders-half-marathon/2014-11-16T09:35:52+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/07/31/kar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to have finished the first of our back-to-back 21s for the weekend.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/dsc04704.jpgDSC04704Gerry just as he got his medal.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/dsc04703.jpgDSC04703Every finisher received a medal. A rare commodity in NZ.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/dsc04701.jpgDSC04701So close, so close.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/dsc04700.jpgDSC04700Flying to the finishing line.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/dsc04699.jpgDSC04699Yeah! Couldn't have come sooner. I was buggered by then.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/dsc04698.jpgDSC04698Gerry still going strong.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/dsc04697.jpgDSC04697Me trying to go as fast as I can.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/dsc04693.jpgDSC04693A lovely run in a pine forest.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/dsc04690.jpgDSC04690In a small clearing, Gerry is rehydrating at one of the many water tables.2014-07-17T02:22:53+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/03/17/round-the-vines-half-marathon/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/dsc04660.jpgDSC04660The finish. Me still wondering how on earth I'm meant to cover 42.2km in 6 weeks time!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/dsc04659.jpgDSC04659Water station #6 on the school grounds.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/dsc04657.jpgDSC04657Full band providing entertainment at the school.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/dsc04656.jpgDSC04656A "thank you" from the school as you pass through their grounds.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/dsc04655.jpgDSC04655The split for the half and 10 on the first round.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/dsc04654.jpgDSC04654Water station #4 - Gerry happy with his Sav.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/dsc04652.jpgDSC04652One woman show.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/dsc04650.jpgDSC04650One man show.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/dsc04649.jpgDSC04649Round number 2.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/dsc04647.jpgDSC04647The detour taking you through the school grounds.2014-03-17T06:11:38+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/03/03/ami-round-the-bays-21-7km/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/043s.jpgComfort/reward food in the form of beer and pizza.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/042s.jpgOur walk through Mt Victoria Tunnel on the way back to the start, some 4km from the finish.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/037s.jpgFly, fly away - only about 7km to the finish.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/035s.jpgGerry really having a blast at the turnaround point.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/033s.jpgThe out and back section is very sociable.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/032s.jpgPast the halfway point - me at full speed.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/031s.jpgGerry, clearly having a good day on the road.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/028s.jpgCobham Drive where we encountered the first 10km returnies.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/025s.jpgOn Oriental Parade - the crowd starting to thin out a bit.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/020s.jpgThe Start banner - far, far away!2014-03-03T00:49:49+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/03/03/super-seven-series-races-6-and-7/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/super7finish.jpgsuper7finish2014-03-03T00:48:33+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/02/16/super-seven-series-race-5/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/ss5.jpgss52014-02-16T20:44:39+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/02/11/running-for-research-at-the-ami-round-the-bays/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/run_for_research.jpgrun_for_researchWhat is better than running? Running for a cause.2014-02-10T22:02:54+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/02/10/just-an-easy-recovery-run-yeah-right/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/dsc04603.jpgDSC04603Upon entering Pahiatua, you're greeted by a large sign advertising the 5km series.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/dsc04601.jpgDSC04601Everybody received an apple at the finish and me with a spotprize!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/dsc04596.jpgDSC04596The runners - a more serious affair. https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/dsc04594.jpgDSC04594And away they go! The walkers' start.2014-02-10T06:49:53+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/02/05/super-seven-series-race-4/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/pic2.jpgpic2Me (in white, on the right) making my way towards the front, hoping for a quick start.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/pic1.jpgpic1For this week's run we were treated to a glorious, sunny day, so the complementary sunblock was a welcome sight.2014-02-05T03:30:04+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/02/03/windrush-windfarm-adventure-a-fun-walk-run-or-ride-event/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/dsc04590.jpgDSC04590Trying to get to grips to the size of one of the blades.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/dsc04587.jpgDSC04587The finish area of the cycling tour some 100 metres from the Windrush start/finish.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/dsc04584.jpgDSC04584Back at the finish. https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/dsc04582.jpgDSC04582Happiness is ...https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/dsc04579.jpgDSC04579A unique view on the Manawatu Gorge.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/dsc04578.jpgDSC04578Gerry speeding by in a blur with the Manawatu Gorge and River below.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/dsc04576.jpgDSC04576Another fairly significant climb.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/dsc04575.jpgDSC04575When not on farm roads, you follow the mowed grass.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/dsc04571.jpgDSC04571Cattle and sheep roam the farm.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/dsc04568.jpgDSC04568Lovely blue skies and a cool breeze made for perfect running conditions.2014-02-03T04:08:09+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/02/01/a-miss-is-as-good-as-a-mile/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc00767s.jpgDSC00767s2014-01-31T22:28:37+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/01/30/super-seven-series-race-3/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/wp_20140128_021s.jpgWP_20140128_021sSome welcome refreshment at the halfway mark. https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/wp_20140128_020s.jpgWP_20140128_020sOne of two similar "hills" on the course - about 1.5m climb to get over the river bank.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/wp_20140128_017s.jpgWP_20140128_017sPassing underneath the Manawatu River Bridge just before the turn-off for the 3km course.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/wp_20140128_016s.jpgWP_20140128_016sThe clearly marked and manned route. No getting lost.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/wp_20140128_014s.jpgWP_20140128_014sBeautiful blue skies for the third event.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/wp_20140128_011s.jpgWP_20140128_011s1795 registered for this event. Not far to go to reach the 2000 participant mark!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/wp_20140128_010s.jpgWP_20140128_010sA relaxed crowd shortly before the start in front of the YMCA.2014-01-30T09:06:14+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/01/16/super-seven-series-2014-race-1/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/pic12.jpgpic12Gerry with post-run banana and sausage sizzle - another happy Manawatu Striders customer.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/pic11.jpgpic11The sausage sizzle is a post-run highlight.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/pic10.jpgpic10Thumbs up for another great event.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/pic9.jpgpic9The return leg, through the leafy suburb of Hokowhitu.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/pic8.jpgpic8Runners getting moral support from atop the Manawatu bridge.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/pic6.jpgpic6Running along the Bridle Track next to the Manawatu River.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/pic5.jpgpic5The masses at the starting line.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/pic4.jpgpic4Lots of eager legs ready for the start.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/pic3.jpgpic3Announcements before the run.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/pic2.jpgpic2Wouna doing a lazy pre-run stretch. Or maybe she's praying :-).2014-01-15T20:57:21+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2013/12/18/the-magical-marathon/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/phidippides.jpgPhidippides2014-01-12T19:43:14+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/01/06/tongariro-northern-circuit-30-december-2010-to-2-january-2011/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc018191.jpgDSC01819Gerry on the wooden path on his way to climb Mt Ngauruhoe.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01819.jpgDSC01819https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01975.jpgDSC01975Back at the car park with the visitor centre in the back.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01970.jpgDSC01970Lunch at Taranaki Falls.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01967.jpgDSC01967Taranaki Falls.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01964.jpgDSC01964From Tama Saddle it is possible to spot the Chateau's roof with Mt Taranaki further away on the horizon.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01962.jpgDSC01962Upper Tama Lake with Mt Ngauruhoe in the back.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01957.jpgDSC01957A bench for people with loooooong legs on the way to Upper Tama Lake.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01956.jpgDSC01956Lower Tama Lake with Mt Raupehu in the back.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01948.jpgDSC01948And there it was: Tongariro National Park's own Big Wave Cafe! (or should that be Big Dune Cafe?)2014-01-07T08:59:45+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/01/07/its-time-for-the-super-seven-series/2014-01-07T08:32:11+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/01/05/a-sorry-sight/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/running_break.jpgrunning_break2014-01-05T01:31:53+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/01/03/round-the-mountain-track-25-29-december-2013/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/photo-23.jpgphoto-23https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/wp_20131229_003.jpgWP_20131229_003One brown shoe! I stepped ankle deep into a mud pool.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/wp_20131229_002.jpgWP_20131229_002Gale force winds on the ridges. Trust me, it was far worse than it looks!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/image-7.jpegimage-7https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/image-6.jpegimage-6We came across this shelter on the switch-back section not too far from Bruce Road.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/image-5.jpegimage-5The ridges and streams we've crossed behind us. https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/image-4.jpegimage-4Whakapapaiti Hut visible towards the right.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/image-3.jpegimage-3The ridges and streams we've crossed behind us. https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/image-2.jpegimage-2Gerry at the turn off to the Whakapapaiti Hut, or straight to Bruce Road. Not the happiest camper anymore. :-)https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/image-1.jpegimage-1The camera battery died the night before, and after two pics, so did the one phone. Hence the limited pics on day five. None showing the terribly eroded path and dongas!2014-01-03T05:56:57+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2014/01/01/new-years-resolutions-the-easy-eight/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/zamberlan.jpgzamberlanSome embarrassingly new boots.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/cross_train.jpgcross_trainCross-training can take on many forms!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/daily_run.jpgdaily_runRun/walk every day.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/handwriting2.jpghandwriting2Write more posts for Jog Around the Blog.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/exercise.jpgexerciseRun more trails.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/celebrate_life.jpgcelebrate_lifeTackle an Off-road Ultra.2014-01-01T11:34:28+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2013/12/23/queen-charlotte-track-2-5-december-2013/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc8254.jpgDSC8254A quick star trail before diving in the sleeping bag.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc04244.jpgDSC04244Back in Picton waters.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc04243.jpgDSC04243More kiwi ingenuity - 'central heating system' on the water taxi.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc04240.jpgDSC04240Waiting for the water taxi with a warm and very welcome coffee made by an enterprising local selling coffee, cooldrinks and snacks from a caravan.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc04238.jpgDSC04238The end.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc04237.jpgDSC04237Starting the final kilometre of our four-day journey.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc04235.jpgDSC04235Lunch at another DOC camp shelter.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc04226.jpgDSC04226Hiking across private land, with horses grazing in the distance.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc04222.jpgDSC04222Mud everywhere. https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc04220.jpgDSC04220A wee bit of a view peeking through the mist.2013-12-31T03:03:59+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2013/12/17/runners-pasta-recipe/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/runnerspasta_s.jpgrunnerspasta_s2013-12-17T04:30:06+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2013/12/09/run-mahana-21-1km-1-december-2013/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc04051.jpgDSC04051Lovely venue for the start and finish of the race.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc04048.jpgDSC04048Gerry and I with our Woollaston Sav's courtesy of the farm.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc04045.jpgDSC04045More monkey business with just one km to go.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc04043.jpgDSC04043A clown en route for a bit of entertainment.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc04042.jpgDSC04042Prices were up for grabs in the "Mohana" category for Movember.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc04039.jpgDSC04039The famous sculpture at the entrance to the estate.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc04037.jpgDSC04037Gerry flying past the vineyard on his way to the finish.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc04035.jpgDSC04035Always happy to see/be around olive trees!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc04033.jpgDSC04033A little helper picking up the used cups.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc04032.jpgDSC04032Gerry at one of three water tables. Some also had jelly sweets to keep the blood sugar levels intact.2014-01-07T02:49:30+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2013/01/21/kepler-track-23-25-december-2012/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03800.jpgDSC03800Evidence of sandfly havoc when skin is exposed for just a short while.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03799.jpgDSC03799Back at the start on Christmas day. Hoping next time we come down this way, we'll the doing the Kepler track trail run.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03773.jpgDSC03773Very unusual bright purple mushroom. https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03762.jpgDSC03762At our final camp, covering every inch of exposed skin (preferably in more than one layer!) to try and avoid the pesky sandflies.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03747.jpgDSC03747One of the two shelters on top of the mountain. This one being Hanging Valley Shelter.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03746.jpgDSC03746Taking a little break in the mid-day sun.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03743.jpgDSC03743For miles and miles the path meanders on the ridge with magnificent views to both sides.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03740.jpgDSC03740Lonely in the saddle since my horse died.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03730.jpgDSC03730here must be millions of similar pics out there - doing the touristy thing and get your photo taken by a fellow hiker at the beacon. https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03727.jpgDSC03727The highest point en route - Mt Luxmore.2013-11-21T00:48:49+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2012/04/21/pukeiti-puffer-fun-run-6-7km-1-april-2012/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03352.jpgDSC03352Roll-call at the finish, making sure that everybody made it safely back.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03350.jpgDSC03350Henriette on the way back across the bridge.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03348.jpgDSC03348Too much energy! https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03346.jpgDSC03346https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03345.jpgDSC03345A short sealed section at the turn-around point.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03344.jpgDSC03344https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03343.jpgDSC03343Gerry, on the bridge.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03342.jpgDSC03342The marshal at the hanging bridge making sure no more than four people are simultaneously crossing. https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03341.jpgDSC03341Queu at the hanging bridge.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03340.jpgDSC033402013-11-21T00:30:24+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2012/01/02/white-cliffs-walkway-26-december-2011/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03219.jpgDSC03219https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03216.jpgDSC03216https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03214.jpgDSC03214Deon, Henriette and Gerry in front. Evidence of strong winds can be seen by die angle of the tree on the hill.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03213.jpgDSC03213Me on a downhill section with Henriette in the back.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03210.jpgDSC03210https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03208.jpgDSC03208Amused cattle with a lovely view from their grazing spot.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03206.jpgDSC03206Gerry in the blazing hot sun, making his way up the steep climb on private farm roads.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03205.jpgDSC032052013-11-21T00:23:48+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/12/06/kahuterawa-two-day-classic-19-20-november-2011-43-99km/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/dsc03171.jpgDSC03171Alister handling the prize-giving in the woolshed.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/dsc03168.jpgDSC03168Wonderful lunch in the Dransfield's Woolshed. This race must be the best value for money in all of New Zealand.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/dsc03165.jpgDSC03165https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/dsc03163.jpgDSC03163When going so slow as we did, there's time for playing around with photo opportunities. https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/dsc03162.jpgDSC03162https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/dsc03161.jpgDSC03161Gerry and Alister (who manned the water table) having a chat while we take a rest at the start of the Greens Road out-and-back section.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/dsc03159.jpgDSC03159https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/dsc03157.jpgDSC03157The drink station at the Black Bridge turnaround - me in last position.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/dsc03156.jpgDSC03156One of our busier moments on the run - the Kahuterawa Road out-and-back gravel section on the way to Black Bridge.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/dsc03155.jpgDSC031552013-11-20T23:46:44+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/06/01/running-up-that-hill/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/uphill.jpguphillKing and queen of the mountains!2013-11-20T21:56:26+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/07/04/manawatu-striders-winter-series-10km-3-july-2011/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02696.jpgDSC02696Gerry in his Canterbury outfit - again! He really likes red and black running gear :).https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02695.jpgDSC02695https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02694.jpgDSC02694Shortly before 9km. If the fresh air doesn't do it for you, the lovely scenery will.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02692.jpgDSC02692... just another short loop through the Science Park opposite Massey.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02687.jpgDSC02687Hee-ha! Not far now...https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02685.jpgDSC02685Running through the scenic Massey Campus.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02682.jpgDSC02682Not quite the coffee stop, but very refreshing nonetheless :).https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02678.jpgDSC02678Almost got derailed there ... a very tempting prospect shortly before 3kms.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02676.jpgDSC02676Chilly out, but a lovely clear morning for a brisk run.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02674.jpgDSC02674Adding water to the windscreen didn't work - it just froze instantly!2013-11-20T21:55:22+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/08/23/manawatu-striders-half-marathon-14-august-2011/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/half2011-course.jpgHalf2011-courseThe course map for the 5km, 10km and 21.1km.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/dsc02805.jpgDSC02805Frozen stiff, but happy with my spot prize.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/dsc02804.jpgDSC02804Gerry at 1km to go.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/dsc02803.jpgDSC02803Look Ma, it was raining. Yet again. Presumably Mt Cleese is in the background.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/dsc02801.jpgDSC02801Mud and rain. A short off-road section at around the halfway mark. Is that a Teletubby en route?https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/dsc02800.jpgDSC02800Approximately a mile is run on the walkway next to the Manawatu River.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/dsc02799.jpgDSC02799Our own bag pipe player.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/dsc02797.jpgDSC02797Nice long downhill on Massey campus in the first kilometre.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/dsc02795.jpgDSC02795At the start, in a drizzle, freezing cold, although a number of people are dressed in shorts.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/dsc02793.jpgDSC02793Fortunately the Massey sport facilities were available for the event. Prize-giving also took place inside the hall.2013-11-20T21:53:51+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/09/16/marton-to-wanganui-66-37km-10-september-2011/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/dsc02980.jpgDSC02980All smiles after our sausage sizzle.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/dsc02979.jpgDSC02979Yeah! The finish in Wanganui.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/dsc02978.jpgDSC02978https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/dsc02977.jpgDSC02977Not far to go now. Just keep moving.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/dsc02976.jpgDSC02976Gerry entertaining the kids in the school bus.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/dsc02973.jpgDSC02973Clever move by the cameraman. :) Supporters eye-view?https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/dsc02971.jpgDSC02971Undulating, next to the railroad. Beautiful surroundings.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/dsc02969.jpgDSC02969Leg 9. Long off-road section with fast runners all charging past.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/dsc02967.jpgDSC02967The change-over at Fordell. Gerry experiencing a bit of the humour lapse. Manawatu walkers in the back.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/dsc02965.jpgDSC02965Is that expression caused by the sore legs or the barnyard flavours?2013-11-20T21:53:02+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/09/18/hatuma-21-1km-18-september-2011/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/dsc03004.jpgDSC03004Prize-giving with close to 100 spotprizes - basically enough for half of the field! Gerry had his share in the form of a Makita cap from Carters.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/dsc03002.jpgDSC03002Barely hanging in, running through town around the 18km mark.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/dsc03001.jpgDSC03001Sweet as.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/dsc03000.jpgDSC03000Not so much hanging in as hanging on!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/dsc02999.jpgDSC02999Friendly supporters at the water tables making sure everybody stays hydrated. The water point at halfway even featured some porta-loos.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/dsc02998.jpgDSC02998The quirky signs indicating the kilometre marks. A very nice touch to keep you amused. :)https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/dsc02997.jpgDSC02997The snow covered Ruahine ranges in the distant background that makes for a chilly breeze.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/dsc02996.jpgDSC02996Gerry with the typical rolling green Kiwi hills dotted with cows or sheep.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/dsc02992.jpgDSC02992Lake Hatuma in the background. Look carefully - this is the last time you spot the lake.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/dsc02991.jpgDSC02991The short out-and-back section at the start of the race.2013-11-20T21:52:22+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/10/22/taranaki-daily-news-21-1km-2-october-2011/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/dsc03030.jpgDSC03030One supporter going the whole nine yards, in Wanganui. When we first passed, a whole lot op people were outside partying. They also had a van painted to match the house.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/dsc03029.jpgDSC03029Gerry, myself and Marianne, with Des and Henriette in the front seats.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/dsc03026.jpgDSC03026Frozen to the bone with the finish in the background.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/dsc03025.jpgDSC03025https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/dsc03024.jpgDSC03024A wet finish - just to keep one honest.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/dsc03022.jpgDSC03022These chirpy bees livened up the atmosphere for all who were in the area. We recently attended the Rollar Derby held in Palmy and the Taranaki team are known as the The Taranaki Rollar Corps Rumble Bees. We were wondering if these two are part of the team?https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/dsc03017.jpgDSC03017Another hill to negotiate.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/dsc03016.jpgDSC03016A little girl supporting her mom all the way as dad drove the car further up the road every few kilometres.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/dsc03014.jpgDSC03014The sign that Gerry is nearing is a permanent sign that the school kids created, warning motorist that they are approaching a school and should drive carefully.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/dsc03013.jpgDSC03013Runners in the distance making their way up a hill.2013-11-20T21:51:45+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/10/22/koputaroa-21-1km-levin-16-october-2011/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03068.jpgDSC03068https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03066.jpgDSC03066"Guess I should pretend to run up this little hill".https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03064.jpgDSC03064The section on SH57.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03063.jpgDSC03063A very friendly lady helper at the water spot, with dark clouds looming.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03062.jpgDSC03062Harry op die tremspoor!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03061.jpgDSC03061A tunnel of lush vegetation. https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03059.jpgDSC03059Wonderful quiet country roads. The perfect setting for any long run.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03058.jpgDSC03058Koputaroa School in the country not far from Levin.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03057.jpgDSC03057At the start. About 30 participants in the half marathon run. Almost clear skies after a very rainy morning.2013-11-20T21:51:15+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/11/03/auckland-marathon-30-october-2011/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/map.jpgmapCourse map.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03127.jpgDSC03127Gerry, me, Willie, Alida's dad Esra, and Alida at Piha beach, enjoying a bubbly.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03122.jpgDSC03122Medals! The first time ever out of all the events we've done in NZ so far.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03120.jpgDSC03120In the bus on our way back to Willie's car. Gerry chuffed with his medal!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03115.jpgDSC03115Gerry, me and Willie (on the other side of the Sky Tower).https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03113.jpgDSC03113The end. A wonderful run in lovely weather.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03111.jpgDSC03111Yeah! Only 2.2km to go, and we're on 4:31. Still running without a watch, so we had now idea what our time was until this 40km mark.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03110.jpgDSC03110Auckland Sky Tower, close to the finish, visible in the distance. Still going strong.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03109.jpgDSC03109unner dressed up in full leather biking gear - helmet and all. Must have been hot.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc03107.jpgDSC03107Water cups everywhere with some runners still coming from the front on their way to the turnaround point.2013-11-20T21:50:43+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2013/11/21/hit-that-perfect-beat/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/drum.jpgdrumhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/technical10.jpgtechnical10https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/paintlight_jembe.jpgpaintlight_jembe2013-11-20T21:49:33+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2013/11/10/apologies-for-the-clutter/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/programmer.jpgtyping2013-11-19T09:36:42+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2013/11/18/kahuterawa-classic-2013/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/wp20131116_027.jpgWP20131116_027Almost there - running along the farm track just before the last long downhill towards the finish.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/wp20131116_025.jpgWP20131116_025Hitting the farm track approaching the finish.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/wp20131116_024.jpgWP20131116_024What would a New Zealand country run be without a flock of sheep in the distance?https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/wp20131116_023.jpgWP20131116_023Running along the hills provide wonderful views of the valleys around Palmerston North.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/wp20131116_021.jpgWP20131116_021The last main turn, towards a farm track leading back to the start.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/wp20131116_015.jpgWP20131116_015A great little single-track section in the middle of the run.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/wp20131116_014.jpgWP20131116_014Running in such wonderful hill country makes the miles go by in a flash.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/wp20131116_012.jpgWP20131116_012In high spirits, despite the challenging hills.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/wp20131116_010.jpgWP20131116_010https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/wp20131116_008.jpgWP20131116_008Some back of the pack shenanigans.2013-11-18T10:59:53+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/08/14/mizuno-half-marathon-taupo-7-august-2011/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/screen-shot-2011-08-12-at-10-11-23-pm.pngScreen shot 2011-08-12 at 10.11.23 PMPhotograph by Super Sport Images. Some wind! Blowing me sideways and Gerry out of the picture!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/screen-shot-2011-08-12-at-10-08-51-pm.pngScreen shot 2011-08-12 at 10.08.51 PMPhotograph by Super Sport Images. The two clowns with their arms in the air - Gerry and me. Gerry possibly demonstrating his superior ape-index. :)https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02778a.jpgDSC02778aDes at the finish.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02778.jpgDSC02778Henriette at the finish.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02774.jpgDSC02774Thank you! thank you! thank you! Wonderful soup and rolls at the finish.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02773.jpgDSC02773A hop, skip and jump at the 5km-to-go mark.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02771.jpgDSC02771On the way back, next to the lake.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02770.jpgDSC02770Henriette nearing the halfway mark, doing very well. Still up for a smile and a wave.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02766.jpgDSC02766Bag pipe player on a long slow uphill section.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02764.jpgDSC02764Mmm, dark clouds looming on the horizon.2013-11-18T00:50:22+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/08/11/manawatu-striders-winter-series-15km-24-july-2011/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02734.jpgDSC02734Done! Another one in the bag.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02732.jpgDSC02732A social out and back stretch between the Science Centres.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02729.jpgDSC02729On the back-roads of Massey, with the Rugby Institute in the background.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02728.jpgDSC02728A nice little loop on Massey campus.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02726.jpgDSC02726Gerry seeing to it that we get enough jelly babies to keep us going.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02724.jpgDSC02724A chilly start (not obvious judging from all the singlets at the front of the pack, but trust me...)https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02723.jpgDSC02723Manawatu Striders.2013-11-17T23:59:49+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/06/27/manawatu-striders-winter-series-5km-12-june-2011/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02623.jpgDSC02623Gerry, flying over the Manawatu River bridge on Fitzherbert Avenue.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02622.jpgDSC02622he turn around point clearly marked, but everybody followed each other to turn after the second cone leading to the little path on the left, which takes you to the other side of the bridge making us miss the route markers. The 10km runners went straight ahead for an additional loop around Massey campus.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02619.jpgDSC02619hortly after the 3km mark, running on Fitzherbert Avenue. https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02616.jpgDSC02616A short section next to the Manawatu River with the Fitzherbert bridge in the distance.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02615.jpgDSC02615One might think is was a hot summer's day if you look at the dress code! We were less brave.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02613.jpgDSC02613Directions to the event with lovely winter sun peaking over the trees.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02611.jpgDSC02611Me at the start of the walking event (except for a couple of eager beavers in front!) - the runners were to follow a few minutes later.2013-11-16T04:19:42+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/04/20/opiki-school-country-half-marathon-17-april-2011/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02309.jpgDSC02309The finish "banner" aka the school entrance gate :).https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02308.jpgDSC02308Gerry, approximately 5km from the finish with some threatening clouds on the way.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02307.jpgDSC02307Route marker on a typical kiwi farmer temporary fence pole.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02306.jpgDSC02306Gerry getting water at about 5km into the race.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02304.jpgDSC02304... and more mud. Planning the best path through.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02303.jpgDSC02303And then mud ...https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02302.jpgDSC02302A short patch of dirt road.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02297.jpgDSC02297Bede Gilmore, the school principal, explaining the course before setting us off.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02296.jpgDSC02296Is that a nervous smile? Almost the whole field of participants are standing around waiting to get going.2013-11-16T04:09:25+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/04/18/manawatu-gorge-track-tunnel-walk-10-april-2011/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02291.jpgDSC02291A nice touch - little certificate to show that you've completed the walk.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02288.jpgDSC02288Walkers on the train bridge, as see from the road.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02283.jpgDSC02283The last stretch which flattens out towards Ashhurst.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02279.jpgDSC02279Ju-huu-st the two of us...https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02277.jpgDSC02277Abseilers as seen from the train track side.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02272.jpgDSC02272Light at the end of the tunnel.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02263.jpgDSC02263Tunnel coming up! Torches out.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02262.jpgDSC02262The Manawatu River quite far down.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02257.jpgDSC02257Gerry concentrating hard on another train bridge without railings.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02246.jpgDSC02246Scary stuff crossing the bridges.2013-11-16T03:57:35+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/04/03/born-to-run/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/born_to_run.jpgborn_to_run2013-11-15T21:06:01+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/04/02/dual-motutapu-rangitoto-traverse-42-2km-26-march-2011/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02174s1.jpgDSC02174sNo turning back now!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/03.png03Photo by Supersportimages. Shortly after Gerry's tumble. That's blood running from his knee!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/02.png02Photo by Supersportimages. Is it legal to publish them here? Willie, Gerry, Stuart (whom we met on the ferry) and me.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02216s.jpgDSC02216sWhat a awesome moment! The last finisher getting a hero's welcome. https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02214s.jpgDSC02214shttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02213s.jpgDSC02213sHappy with our complimentary Speight's Traverse beers at the finish.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02211s.jpgDSC02211sAfter. They smelled much worse than they looked!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02208s.jpgDSC02208sTaking a walk break up a small hill.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02207s.jpgDSC02207sRocks under foot.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02202s.jpgDSC02202sGerry - full speed.2013-11-15T03:37:42+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/03/17/rainy-day-runs/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/pic2.jpgpic22013-11-14T04:32:51+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/03/15/kapiti-classic-beach-races-21-1km-13-march-2011/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02157.jpgDSC02157My feet - clearly not used to running wet!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02156.jpgDSC02156Very please to have won one of the two main spot prizes. You go Gerry!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02154.jpgDSC02154The finish line with a few supporters cheering participants on.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02151.jpgDSC02151Gerry, attempting to leap over the streams.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02147.jpgDSC02147Just enough to get your feet soaked.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02145.jpgDSC02145River-crossings added a bit of excitement to the race. Kapiti island is on the left.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02144.jpgDSC02144The start of the kiddies 1km dash.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02142.jpgDSC02142The first turnaround point at 2.5km.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02139.jpgDSC02139Heading in a northern direction for the first 2.5km.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02138.jpgDSC02138The participants at the start of the 21.1km beach run.2013-11-13T23:40:26+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/03/08/bayleys-mountain-to-surf-marathon-5-march-2011/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02130.jpgDSC02130https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02128.jpgDSC02128Gerry and I in the bus at the finish, happy to have survived the ordeal! ;-)https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02127.jpgDSC02127https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02126.jpgDSC02126Lots of cars, also from supporters on the State Highways.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02125.jpgDSC02125The poor marshals at the water tables, soaking wet.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02124.jpgDSC02124https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02123.jpgDSC02123Me and Willie at about 12km.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02122.jpgDSC02122Rain, rain and more rain.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02121.jpgDSC02121Briefing just before we were off.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02120.jpgDSC02120At the gate of the Egmont National Park.2013-11-13T23:33:51+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/02/26/birthday-run-26-february-2011/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02092.jpgDSC02092Picnic on the rocks. https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02091.jpgDSC02091The birthday boy on the footpath next to the river (which is just beyond the bushes on the left).2013-11-13T23:15:34+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/03/01/o-budget-where-art-thou/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/budget_lowres.jpgbudget_lowres2013-11-13T23:14:35+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/02/28/frontrunner-21-1km-13-february-2011/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02082.jpgDSC02082Gerry on the last stretch before the turn-around.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02078.jpgDSC02078Crossing the Te Rewa Rewa bridge.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02076.jpgDSC02076Words of wisdom from some supporters.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02074.jpgDSC02074Len Lye's Wind Wand - a landmark on the coastal walkway.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02072.jpgDSC02072The ever popular coastal walkway. The field spread out quickly leaving us running on our own.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02068.jpgDSC02068Our small field of runners ready to get going at the first ever Frontrunner half.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02063.jpgDSC02063The start of the Wells Half Ironman swim in the Taranaki port.2013-11-13T23:13:49+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/02/16/introducing-the-new-plymouth-downhill-demons-12-february-2011/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/img_0047.jpgIMG_0047The Te Rewa Rewa bridge that forms part of the extension of the walkway to Bell Block.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/img_0046.jpgIMG_0046The Downhill Demons and us.2013-11-13T23:13:14+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/02/07/eating-on-the-run-is-it-rude-to-say-no/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/002.jpg0022013-11-13T23:12:45+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/02/04/super-seven-series-3-1-february-2011/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02057.jpgDSC02057Thousands of people on their way back to the finish next to the Manawatu River. A tiny part of the wind farm can be seen in the back on the hill.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02054.jpgDSC02054The keys table. You leave your car keys on a table while you run.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02046.jpgDSC02046Water table just after 3km.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02043.jpgDSC02043Congestion on the walkway.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02040.jpgDSC02040The start at the YMCA with 1500+ entrants.2013-11-13T23:12:05+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/02/02/manawatu-gorge-trail-run-30-january-2011/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02039.jpgDSC02039A short "lunch" at the turnaround point.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02034.jpgDSC02034Wind Farm lookout.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02033.jpgDSC02033Very windy viewpoint.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02032.jpgDSC02032The pathway is well laid out with bridges over rivers and streams and steps where gradients are too steep.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02029.jpgDSC02029A little "gate" through one of the fallen trees.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02027.jpgDSC02027Gerry under a big tree.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02024.jpgDSC02024Happiness is...https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02022.jpgDSC02022Taking a break at one of the lookout pointshttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02021.jpgDSC02021Gerry making the most of an early downhill.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02012.jpgDSC02012At the start.2013-11-13T23:11:11+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/01/26/super-seven-series-2-25-january-2011/2013-11-13T23:10:23+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/01/22/manawatu-striders-super-seven-series-1-18-january-2011/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc02010s.jpgDSC02010s2013-11-13T23:09:28+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/01/11/manawatu-striders-tuesday-club-run-walk-11-january-2011/2013-11-13T23:08:44+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2011/01/10/hhh-hash-house-harriers-10-january-2011/2013-11-13T23:07:30+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2010/12/28/olex-bell-block-10km-and-pre-race-rave-run-26-december-2010/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/img_1124.jpgIMG_1124Whoa - check that time! not too shabby for only two months worth of training (and the occasional quick stop for pics) :).https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/img_1123.jpgIMG_1123https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/img_1122.jpgIMG_1122A paved section between houses that takes you onto the walkway.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/img_1120.jpgIMG_1120https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/img_1119.jpgIMG_1119Round number two!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/img_1117.jpgIMG_1117Gerry making a turn at a short in and out section just after the 4/9km mark.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/img_1116.jpgIMG_1116Runners making their way up Parklands Avenue.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/img_1115.jpgIMG_1115Being right next to the sea is no guarantee for a flat run.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/img_1114.jpgIMG_1114Single track section on the Mangati Walkway.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/img_1112.jpgIMG_1112One down, nine to go!2013-11-13T23:06:00+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2010/12/13/the-wanganui-three-bridges-marathon-half-10-and-5km-runs-11-december-2010/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01751.jpgDSC01751Happy chappies at the finish! After a glass of rehydrate, courtesy of the organisers.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01745.jpgDSC01745Gerry at the on-ramp of the Cobham Bridge.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01740.jpgDSC01740Gerry, nearing the end of the park. The guy in front was doing the 42km.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01738.jpgDSC01738Watering station.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01737.jpgDSC01737urn around point for the 10km runners.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01736.jpgDSC01736Short stretch run though a nice park.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01735.jpgDSC01735Me, flying over Dublin Street Bridge!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01725.jpgDSC01725The field of 10km runners lining up.https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01724.jpgDSC017245 - 4 - 3 - 2 - 1 - Go!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01723.jpgDSC01723A quick bum stretch, just incase :).2013-11-13T23:05:22+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2010/12/11/the-kahuterawa-two-day-classic-race-27-november-2010/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01705.jpgKahuterawaBack at the starthttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01703.jpgDSC01703Halfway point with me in the last position!https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01698.jpgDSC01698Palmy in the distancehttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01696.jpgDSC01696Halfway up the 200m climb at the start of the racehttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01693.jpgDSC01693Shortly before the starthttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01688.jpgDSC01688Registrationhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dsc01686.jpgDSC01686The Dransfield Woolshed2013-11-13T23:04:35+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/2010/12/10/starting-over/https://jogaroundtheblog.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/37219_135199823168850_100000364998780_245379_2290411_n.jpgJogging next to the Manawatu River2013-11-13T23:01:57+00:00monthlyhttps://jogaroundtheblog.co.nzdaily1.02026-03-25T06:08:35+00:00