TRAIL
Blackball Hilton Croesus Crossing
Sat, 19/01/2013 January 19th 2013 (tbc)26km trailrun on the Croesus Track from Barrytown to Blackball, West Coast, New Zealand.
This is a demanding adventure run and it is recommended that competitors be capable of completing a half marathon in
under 2.15 hours or be of comparable fitness. Minimum age 18.
Race Records
| Men | ||
| Under 40 | James Coubrough | 2.24.35 |
| 40-49 | John Kennedy | 2.49.36 |
| 50-59 | Chris Gates | 3.05.33 |
| 60+ | Norman Carrington | 3.15.54 |
| Women | ||
| Under 40 | Fleur Pawsey | 3.05.50 |
| 40-49 | Carline Thomas | 2.56.04 |
| 50-59 | Sandra Watts | 3.59.20 |
| 60+ | Margaret Hazelwood | 5.05.36 |
Honours Board
Men - Sub 2hrs 50 min Club
James Coubrough Lower Hutt 2.24.35 2011
Grant Guise Canterbury 2.38.13 2011
Matt Reedy Nelson 2.29.26 2011
Martin Cox UK 2.41.15 2006
Aaron Prince Canterbury 2.44.20 2006
Steven McKinstry Auckland 2.45.32 2012
Angus Jennings Nelson 2.46.32 2011
John Kennedy Marlborough 2.48.20 2006
Dallas Wichman Canterbury 2.49.31 2011
John Kennedy Marlborough 2.49.36 2009
Greg Friedman USA 2.49.54 2012
Women - Sub 3hrs 15 min Club
Carline Thomas Wellington 2.56.04 2006
Fleur Pawsey Christchurch 3.05.50 2012
Jane Reedy Nelson 3.08.01 2011
Helen Gillespie Hokitka 3.08.34 2011
Katrina Blanch Canada 3.08.58 2005
Amy Freidman USA 3.12.01 2012
Brea Hunter Canterbury 3.12.47 2005
Margaret McKenzie Canterbury 3.13.26 2006
Helen Gillespie Hokitika 3.13.48 2012
Blackball to Barrytown (2002-2004)
Men
Carsten Jorgensen Canterbury 2.26.03 2003
Phil Costley Canterbury 2.32.06 2002
Martin Lukes Canterbury 2.35.55 2002
James Davies UK 2.36.27 2004
Martin McDonald Wellington 2.42.11 2003
Colin Rolfe Wellington 2.44.09 2002
Jacob Roberts Amberley 2.44.52 2004
Colin Rolfe Wellington 2.45.33 2004
Ian Franzke Australia 2.49.13 2002
Alistair Cory-Wright Canterbury 2.49.53 2003
Women
Carline Thomas Wellington 3.08.10 2003
26km trailrun on the Croesus Track from Barrytown to Blackball, West Coast, New Zealand.
This is a demanding adventure run and it is recommended that competitors be capable of completing a half marathon in under 2.15 hours or be of comparable fitness. Minimum age 18.
Entry
Entry fee of $85 includes lunch. Entry to the 2012 event has now closed.
Please click on the Entry signpost to the right of the screen to find out how to enter this event.
Please note that all competitors compete at their own risk and the Organising Committee will accept no liability for any mishap or injury or loss/damage to personal property during the event.
In the event of extreme weather conditions the Organising Committee reserves the right to substitute an alternative course.
Start Time
The start time is 9.00am
Barrytown - opposite the All Nations Hotel.
Registration & Briefing
This is in the carpark of the Barrytown school, Barrytown. To get there, follow the Coast Road.
Competitors should be at the Barrytown start area by 8.15 to be ready for the 9.00am start. Briefing will be at 8.50.
You will be emailed a Registration Certificate in the week prior to the event, please bring this with you to Registration.
Race numbers can be collected from 8.15am at Barrytown School, Barrytown on race morning.
Gear checks will be conducted prior to start.
Barrytown is on the Coast Road, approximately 29km North of Greymouth.
Toilets
Toilets are available at The Blackball Hilton and at the Barrytown School.
Safety
All competitors must carry the following equipment on them at all times:
* Polypropylene, or equivalent, top, hat and gloves
* Windproof parka
* Whistle
* Survival blanket
* Minimum 500ml of water
Please Note: There is no water available on the ascent to Ces Clark Hut. There will be water available at the end of the track (approx 7km from the finish) so competitors will need to carry their own water. You should also plan to take adequate nutrition to get you through this demanding trailrun.
You will have a gear check prior to the start and there are also gear checks on route.
No Gear - No Start (simple as that).
Please note that for safety reasons use of ipod, mp3 player, Walkman or similar is not permitted. Enjoy the surroundings of the Croesus Track - the sounds are worth listening to as you enjoy your event.
Passing
Faster runner to call 'coming through' and slower runner to step to inside (landward side) of track.
Training
This is a trail run, therefore it is important that you encompass training on uneven terrain to prepare appropriately.
Transport
Bus transport to the start will be available from Blackball - departure 7.30am. Cost $15.00 per person.
Booking is essential - please indicate when you enter if you would like to book this option.
Gear
For those travelling via the bus there will be a designated car for you to place any gear you want taken back to Blackball. Please ensure these are small bags - we are unable to carry large suitcases or packs.
Withdrawal of Entry and Refunds
Withdrawals received prior to January 7th 2012 will receive a refund of $50. After this date there is no refund of entry fees.
Post Race Lunch
Lunch is included in your entry fee at The Blackball Hilton. Please indicate on your entry form your preference of either ham, chicken or vegetarian roll.
Medical
Existing medical conditions and allergies should be advised in writing and forwarded to the organisers at least one week prior to the event. This information will be forwarded to our Emergency Response Team and should also be noted on the back of your race number.
Emergency medication isto be carried by the competitor at all times.
Prizegiving
This will be held at The Blackball Hilton from 3.30pm (dependent on last finisher and crew being safely off the course).
Prizes
Performance and spot prizes will be awarded in all age groups.
(First only - less than 7 entries, 2nd - less than 10, 3rd - with 10 or more)
Runners - Under 40, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
Merchandise - must be pre-booked
Event T-Shirt (S, M, L, XL, XXL or 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18) $35
Survival Compact First Aid Kit - $15 - 150x90x25mm, 80gm, in a ziplock bag, contains alcohol wipes, antiseptic wipes, content list, non-adherent dressing (sm), plasters (washable), plaster fabric strip 100mm, safety pins, survival blanket with instructions, tri-angular bandage
Accommodation
Contact Viv at the Blackball Hilton on (03) 732 4705, www.blackballhilton.co.nz
or the Greymouth Visitor Information Centre on 0800 473 9666
For a route guide, check the New Zealand Tramper Website
For more historic information, check out the DOC website
Entry to the 2012 event has now closed
Training Plans based on a 30k Off Road Distance
This is a trail run, therefore it is important that you incorporate off road running into your training.
Beginner's Ten Week Training Plan - Martin Lukes
Intermediate Level Ten Week Training Plan
Advanced Level Ten Week Training Plan - Martin Lukes
For accommodation contact Viv at the Blackball Hilton
(03) 732 4705
www.blackballhilton.co.nz
or the
Greymouth Visitor Information Centre
www.westcoastbookings.co.nz
For a route guide, check the New Zealand Tramper Website
The event starts from Barrytown and finishes at Blackball.
Barrytown is on the Coast Road, approximately 29km North of Greymouth.
There is transport available from the The Blackball Hilton on race morning which will take you to the startline.
The cost for this is $15 and must be pre-booked.
For travel maps of the area try the following:
Blackball
Driving Distances
2012 Competitor List
Please note that this entrant list is not complete - this will be uploaded regularly leading up to event day
| Mark | Adams | M | Under 40 | Christchurch |
| Ben | Aynsley | M | Under 40 | Greymouth |
| Stephanie | Barker | F | Under 40 | Hokitika |
| Jason | Blair | M | Under 40 | Greymouth |
| Jane | Byrne | F | Under 40 | Christchurch |
| Robyn | Deane | F | Under 40 | Nelson |
| Rebecca | Dryland | F | Under 40 | Hamilton |
| Bernard | Fahey | M | Under 40 | Greymouth |
| Shaun | Fahey | M | Under 40 | Christchurch |
| Rachel | Fitzgerald | F | Under 40 | Greymouth |
| Amy | Friedman | F | Under 40 | USA |
| Greg | Friedman | M | Under 40 | USA |
| Josie | Graham | F | Under 40 | Christchurch |
| Colin | Hancock | M | Under 40 | Kaiapoi |
| Sally | Hickling | F | Under 40 | Christchurch |
| Jean-Pierre | Huxtable | M | Under 40 | Greymouth |
| Brittany | Jenkins | F | Under 40 | Greymouth |
| Craig | Jones | M | Under 40 | Nelson |
| Rebecca | Kiesanowski | F | Under 40 | Rangiora |
| Tonia | Krueger | F | Under 40 | Christchurch |
| Stefan | Krueger | M | Under 40 | Christchurch |
| Carly | Mahon | F | Under 40 | Hastings |
| Nic | McBride | M | Under 40 | Greymouth |
| Jim | McIlraith | M | Under 40 | Westport |
| Steven | McKinstry | M | Under 40 | Auckland |
| Kelvin | Meade | M | Under 40 | Auckland |
| Ben | Minehan | M | Under 40 | Havelock |
| Alasdair | Moffett | M | Under 40 | Westport |
| Simon | Netherway | M | Under 40 | Greymouth |
| Kevin | O'Donnell | M | Under 40 | Hokitika |
| Fleur | Pawsey | F | Under 40 | Christchurch |
| Marcus | Pletts | M | Under 40 | Queenstown |
| Ryan | Prince | M | Under 40 | Greymouth |
| Darlene | Purdie | F | Under 40 | Blenheim |
| Jeremy | Savage | M | Under 40 | Ashburton |
| Nathan | Shaw | M | Under 40 | Greymouth |
| Matt | Signal | M | Under 40 | Christchurch |
| Robert | Smith-clare | M | Under 40 | Nelson |
| Allan | Staite | M | Under 40 | Christchurch |
| Michael | Stuart | M | Under 40 | Christchurch |
| Lisa | Sturkenboom | F | Under 40 | Reefton |
| Christophe | Van Haute | M | Under 40 | BELGIUM |
| Chloe | Vincent | F | Under 40 | Auckland |
| Georgia | Whitla | F | Under 40 | Christchurch |
| Kate | Woods | F | Under 40 | Rangiora |
| Jo | Cavanagh | F | 40 - 49 | Christchurch |
| Darren | Folau | M | 40 - 49 | Christchurch |
| Steve | Garrett | M | 40 - 49 | Golden Bay |
| Helen | Gillespie | F | 40 - 49 | Hokitika |
| Cara | Glintmeyer | F | 40 - 49 | Nelson |
| Lucy | Haberfield | F | 40 - 49 | Wellington |
| Debbie | Johannson | F | 40 - 49 | Christchurch |
| Michael | Kingsbury | M | 40 - 49 | Westport |
| Jeff | Long | M | 40 - 49 | Arrowtown |
| Janine | Morris | F | 40 - 49 | Christchurch |
| Julian | Morris | M | 40 - 49 | Bryndwyr |
| Geoffrey | Negri | M | 40 - 49 | Greymouth |
| Edwin | Nieman | M | 40 - 49 | Otago |
| Joanne | Parker | F | 40 - 49 | Christchurch |
| Sue | Petrie | F | 40 - 49 | Nelson |
| Yumi | Sato | F | 40 - 49 | Christchurch |
| Mick | Tarry | M | 40 - 49 | Ashburton |
| Peter | Taylor | M | 40 - 49 | Christchurch |
| Ian | Thomas | M | 40 - 49 | Blenheim |
| Shane | Thrower | M | 40 - 49 | Christchurch |
| Jo | Walters | F | 40 - 49 | Christchurch |
| Emily | Wilton | F | 40 - 49 | Christchurch |
| Mike | Baxter | M | 50 - 59 | Christchurch |
| Liz | Coke | F | 50 - 59 | Nelson |
| Colin | Crabbe | M | 50 - 59 | Geraldine |
| Peter | Davidson | M | 50 - 59 | Christchurch |
| Hugh | Eaton | M | 50 - 59 | Ashburton |
| Kevin | Ellis | M | 50 - 59 | Havelock |
| Alison | Fleming | F | 50 - 59 | Ashburton |
| Keith | Frankum | M | 50 - 59 | Hastings |
| Gwen | Hoople | F | 50 - 59 | Christchurch |
| James | Langley | M | 50 - 59 | CANADA |
| Odette | Llewellin | F | 50 - 59 | Nelson |
| Ross | Loffhagen | M | 50 - 59 | Rangiora |
| Jeff | Roberts | M | 50 - 59 | Christchurch |
| Tony | Rooney | M | 50 - 59 | Timaru |
| Barry | Rowe | M | 50 - 59 | Nelson |
| Len | Starling | M | 50 - 59 | Lower Hutt |
| Graham | Williams | M | 50 - 59 | Golden Bay |
| Graham | Connor | M | 60 + | Christchurch |
| Mary | Eggers | F | 60 + | Nelson |
| Wayne | Eggers | M | 60 + | Nelson |
| Fran | Kerse | F | 60 + | Nelson |
| Terry | Preddy | M | 60 + | Christchurch |
| Keith | Richardson | M | 60 + | Blenheim |
2012 provisional results
Previous Results
