{"id":23365,"date":"2024-05-29T14:47:22","date_gmt":"2024-05-29T14:47:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.challenge-family.com\/challenge-family\/races\/integrity-homes-challenge-wanaka\/"},"modified":"2025-12-04T04:41:18","modified_gmt":"2025-12-04T03:41:18","slug":"challenge-wanaka","status":"publish","type":"races","link":"https:\/\/www.challenge-family.com\/challenge-family\/races\/challenge-wanaka\/","title":{"rendered":"CHALLENGE W\u0100NAKA"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Five Reasons to Race Challenge W\u0101naka:<\/strong><\/h4>\n

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1. The world\u2019s most scenic middle distance triathlon<\/a><\/strong>
2. Tough honest course<\/strong>
3. Bucket list race that combines racing and holidaying in paradise<\/strong>
4. Warm, welcoming Kiwi atmostphere<\/strong>
5. Multi-day triathlon festival with something for all ages and abilities<\/strong><\/p>\n

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About the Race<\/h4>\n

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World\u2019s most scenic middle distance triathlon<\/a> is set against the backdrop of the Te Wahipounanmu World Heritage Area in New Zealand\u2019s Southern Alps. Challenge W\u0101naka is the race of a lifetime and the perfect opportunity to compete and holiday in paradise.<\/p>\n

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In New Zealand, Challenge W\u0101naka is the largest triathlon festival, featuring events for all ages and abilities involving over 2,500 participants from top professional to age group athletes from all over the world for a the half distance triathlon or Aquabike on a course that is like no other. Set in the heart of the town on the shores of Lake W\u0101naka, the event boasts a stunning backdrop. The swim is in the tranquil waters of Lake W\u0101naka and the bike course is a an honest three-lap out and back along the water’s edge. The run has spectacular views of Lake W\u0101naka as it winds along the lake front. Thousands of spectators come out to cheer on the competitors and experience the jam packed expo.<\/p>\n

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New Zealand\u2019s largest triathlon festival\u00a0has fast grown into a \u2018bucket list\u2019 race for athletes from all over the world. The picturesque resort town has plenty of accommodation for all budgets and there\u2019s plenty for family and friends to do when not supporting or competing, ranging from hiking in Mt Aspiring National Park to mountain biking to just lounging by the lake.<\/p>\n

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But don\u2019t let looks deceive you, Challenge W\u0101naka features a tough and honest course, making it a bucket list event for triathletes of all abilities. Are you up for the challenge?<\/p>\n

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What makes this event different?<\/h4>\n

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Firstly, the uniquely Kiwi atmosphere, which makes W\u0101naka and New Zealand\u2019s South Island a wonderful place to race as well as visit.<\/p>\n

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Challenge W\u0101naka has won the most Family Friendly race award and it is easy to see why. The team provide a social race for people to focus on getting active in an easy and fun environment, a wonderful Adaptive race for physically and intellectually impaired athletes and a Multi Sport race as a season opener in New Zealand. They really have something for everyone;<\/span><\/p>\n

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