TRAIL
Alpine Lodge Loop the Lake
Sat, 21/04/2012 Saturday 21st April 2012, St Arnaud, Nelson LakesThe Event
The course is an anticlockwise circuit of Lake Rotoiti commencing from the Lake Rotoiti waterfront. Approximately 25km.
For more information about the Nelson Lakes area, check out the Nelson Lakes web site www.nelsonlakes.co.nz
The Alpine Lodge Loop the Lake first began in 1996, and like the Abel Tasman Coastal Classic is conducted through a concession contract with the Department of Conservation, and is limited to 300 competitors to minimise impact.
Annualy the field usually sells out as the reputation of this track and its location, the Nelson Lakes National Park is somewhat renowned. The experience is alpine and bush trail with the possibility that participants will experience all alpine weather conditions during the event - yes, it has snowed before! Brrrrrr!
Traditionally, South Islanders tend to make up the majority of the field with a large number travelling up from Christchurch each year.
This one, is a fantastic introduction to trail running - many runners have had their first taste of off road running by completing this one.
The course is an anticlockwise circuit of Lake Rotoiti commencing from the Lake Rotoiti lakefront. Approximately 25km.
Entry
Entry of $85 includes lunch at the Alpine Lodge - you will need to indicate on your entry form your preference for filling.
Limited to 300 entries (please note that owing to environmental and safety considerations the Department of Conservation has placed a limit of 300 competitors for this event).
Entries received after the 300 limit is reached will be placed on a first come waiting list, and processed as accepted.
Trailwalkers: If you can complete a half marathon in under 2.45 hours then you can enter the Alpine Lodge Loop the Lake
Supporters
Back for 2012 is a supporters package, which includes boat transport to the head of the lake, a leisurely walk back to the finish area and lunch at Alpine Lodge.
The cost of the supporters package is $50.
Limited numbers and must be prebooked.
Withdrawal Policy
No entry fee refunds will be made after 1st April 2012. Prior to this a administration fee of $25 will be charged.
Start Time
Start times will be advised closer to the event.
Registration opens at 7.30am on event morning.
Last runners to depart at 9.00am.
All competitors must check in at least 30 minutes before their allocated start times. Compulsory clothing will be inspected.
Safety
All competitors must carry the following minimum equipment on them at all times to cover all possible weather conditions:
* Polypropylene, or equivalent (eg woollen), top, hat and gloves
* Windproof parka/jacket
* Whistle
* Survival blanket
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 ensure your race number is visible at all times - there are a number of checkpoints that you will pass through on the track. It is imperative that your number is recorded at each of these checkpoints. Please call your number as you pass to aid our crew in recording.
Please note that for safety reasons use of ipod, mp3 player, Walkman or similar is not permitted. Enjoy the surroundings of the Nelson Lakes National Park - the sounds are worth listening to as you enjoy your event.
In the event of extreme weather conditions the organising committee reserves the right to set an alternative course or to cancel the event.
Training
This is a trail run, therefore it is important that you encompass training on uneven terrain to prepare appropriately.
Check out our training tips and programmes on the sign post on the right
Food/Supplements/Water
All food/supplement wrappers etc must be numbered to comply with the track's pack-in pack-out rubbish policy.
Water
Competitors are advised to carry their own.
Water packs can be refilled at the head of the lake from natural sources at competitor's risk, check the DOC website for up to date information on water quality.
Medical
Those who suffer adverse effects from wasp stings are reminded to carry appropriate medication and advise the organisers. Any medical conditions should be advised in writing & lodged with the race director.
Prizegiving
Prizegiving at 2.30pm at the Alpine Lodge. In inclement weather this will be held at the Lake Rotoiti Community Hall.
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+
Trailwalkers - one section only
Race Packs
Race packs will be available at the Red Deer Lodge from 7.30am on Race Day.
Red Deer Lodge is on View Rd, opposite the DOC Information Centre - see map below (circled in black)
Parking
We recommend you park down by the waterfront, as the DOC Information Centre is for visitors only.
Finish
This is where the St Arnaud track ends - at the carpark by the Lake (camping area). Water and hot drinks will be available from our Strider Hands at the finish.
Toilets
There are toilets for pre-race at Kerr Bay. Toilets on the course are at Lakehead Hut and Coldwater Hut.
Race Records
| Men | Women | ||||||
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U40
|
Phil Costley |
1.37.42
|
2010
|
U40
|
Tania Causer |
1.54.51
|
2009
|
|
40-49
|
Phil Costley | 1.38.26 | 2011 |
40-49
|
Carline McDonald |
1.53.38
|
2004
|
|
50-59
|
Michael Morrissey |
1.47.38
|
2004
|
50-59
|
Loris Reed |
2.15.56
|
2003
|
|
60+
|
Norman Carrington |
2.03.33
|
2005
|
60+
|
Marie Lenting |
2.58.59
|
2005
|
Track Etiquette
We ask that you kindly please respect other track users.
Competitors must not deviate from the track and must cross the Travers River where directed by marshals.
Race numbers will be recorded at the Lakehead Hut checkpoint.
Please note that neither the organisers, the sponsors, nor any other party associated with this event shall have any responsibility, financial or otherwise, arising out of negligence or otherwise for any direct or indirect loss, injury or death which might be sustained by myself from my intended or actual participation in this event or its related activities. You are entering this event entirely at your own risk.
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
Travel & Accommodation
How to get there:
St Arnaud, Nelson Lakes, is easily accessible from both Blenheim and Nelson.
It is a 1 1/2 hour drive on good roads.
It is a 4-5 hour drive from Christchurch.
Accommodation
Alpine Lodge
Naturally we recommend you support our principal sponsor The Alpine Lodge if you require accommodation.
See their Website www.alpinelodge.co.nz
Phone/Fax (03) 521 1869 or Freephone 0800 367 777 to discuss their affordable options.
SPECIAL COMPETITOR DEAL at the Alpine Lodge for race weekend:
Stay two nights and get the second night for half price
Alternatives:
Nelson Lakes Motel
www.nelsonlakes.co.nz
(03) 521 1887
Wairau Pass B&B/Homestay
Contact Helen at "Mangatawai",
8432 State Highway 63, (Cnr Tophouse Road)
Wairau Pass, St Arnaud, +64 (03) 521 1148, www.wairau-pass.co.nz
General Information
For more information about the Nelson Lakes area, check out the Nelson Lakes Website www.nelsonlakes.co.nz
The 2012 Alpine Lodge Loop the Lake entrant List
Please note that this list is not complete, and will be uploaded regularly between now and event day
Trail Runners
Under 40
| Julian | Adamson | Blenheim | M |
| Kim | Bailey | Christchurch | F |
| Tim | Bailey | Wellington | M |
| Sarah | Bailey | Christchurch | F |
| Emma | Bartlett | Auckland | F |
| Mark | Batty | Blenheim | M |
| Christina | Bauer | Arthur's Pass | F |
| Helen | Blackie | Christchurch | F |
| Gary | Bowden | Granity | M |
| Marnie | Brown | Nelson | F |
| Linda | Brownie | Auckland | F |
| Alan | Bryson | Nelson | M |
| Vicki | Bryson | Nelson | F |
| Jason | Bull | Wellington | M |
| Charlotte | Burtt | Christchurch | F |
| Clare | Cantwell | AUSTRALIA | F |
| Reid | Carnegie | Nelson | M |
| Paula | Carter | Nelson | F |
| Rachelle | Connolly | Christchurch | F |
| Tania | Cooper | Christchurch | F |
| Grant | Cooper | Christchurch | M |
| Angus | Craighead | Auckland | M |
| Emma | Crichton | Christchurch | F |
| Kayla | Crimp-Palmer | Nelson | F |
| Barry | Davies | Nelson | M |
| Robyn | Deane | Nelson | F |
| Sarla | Donovan | Christchurch | F |
| Murray | Drake | Nelson | M |
| Monique | Eade | Christchurch | F |
| Dahna | Evison | Wellington | F |
| Desmond | Fraher | Christchurch | M |
| Sue | Garlick | Nelson | F |
| Adam | Gausel | Nelson | M |
| Amanda | Gibson | Wellington | F |
| Colin | Gilbert | Ashburton | M |
| Kate | Gilbertson | Hokitika | F |
| Aaron | Gorrie | Hokitika | M |
| Kimberly | Grant | Christchurch | F |
| Stewart | Greep | Nelson | M |
| Keri | Gunn | Wellington | F |
| Michelle | Hall | Christchurch | F |
| Jane | Harper | Castle Hill | F |
| Jono | Hay | Methven | M |
| Billy | Hebberd | Blenheim | M |
| Regan | Hellyer | Christchurch | M |
| Tracey | Henderson | Christchurch | F |
| Tim | Hobbs | Nelson | M |
| Julia | Hudson | Wellington | F |
| Nikola | Huntingford | Nelson | F |
| Rebecca | Hussey | Nelson | F |
| Kirsten | Huxford | Christchurch | F |
| Kent | Huxford | Christchurch | M |
| Bronwyn | Inglis | Motueka | F |
| Matt | Johnson | nelson lakes | M |
| Tracey | Kai | Lower Hutt | F |
| Rachel | Kearney | Nelson | F |
| Katie | Keedwell | Paraparaumu | F |
| Sally | Kent | Christchurch | F |
| Scott | Kinzett | Nelson | M |
| Peter | Kirsopp | Paraparaumu | M |
| Hannah | Kite | Christchurch | F |
| Talya | Lake | Christchurch | F |
| Tara | MacDonald | Mount Cook | F |
| Bridget | Marchant | Nelson | F |
| Thomas | Marchant | Nelson | M |
| Tracey | Marshall | Blenheim | F |
| Jim | McIlraith | Westport | M |
| Anna | Mcintosh | oamaru | F |
| Chris | Mclean | Christchurch | M |
| Alec | Mcleod | Greymouth | M |
| Hilary | McWhinnie | Wellington | F |
| Jacqui | Miller | Christchurch | F |
| Juliette | Miller | Blenheim | F |
| Ben | Minehan | Havelock | M |
| Ruby | Morgan | Wellington | F |
| Craig | Morice | Nelson | M |
| Brigit | Murray | Christchurch | F |
| Tim | Nelson | Christchurch | M |
| Morgan | Newburry | Westport | M |
| Nadine | Norcross | Auckland | F |
| Jess | O'Donovan | Rangiora | F |
| Mike | Osborne | Greymouth | M |
| Amy | Pankhurst | Amberley | F |
| Caroline | Parker | Hokitika | F |
| Lou | Perkins | Nelson | M |
| Jane | Peterson | Nelson | F |
| Lisa | Phelan | Wellington | F |
| Sally | Price | Nelson | F |
| Andrew | Read | Nelson | M |
| Dion | Reeve | AUSTRALIA | M |
| Femke | Reitsma | Christchurch | F |
| Jesse | Reitsma | Christchurch | M |
| Nicola | Robinson | nelson | F |
| Nathan | Rooney | Kapiti Coast | M |
| Sara | Sahagian | Christchurch | F |
| Alex | Senior | Bulls | F |
| Anaya | Smiley | Rangiora | F |
| Grant | Smith | Granity | M |
| Rebekah | Smith | Christchurch | F |
| Mark | Steele | Nelson | M |
| Emily | Stenhouse | Blenheim | F |
| Ashley | Stevens | Nelson | M |
| Daniel | Stouffer | Christchurch | M |
| Mark | Tantrum | Wellington | M |
| Juliet | Taylor | Auckland | F |
| Brian | Thorne | Christchurch | M |
| Ben | Thurlow | Nelson | M |
| Shane | Trench | Nelson | M |
| Jennie | Tudehope | Kaiapoi | F |
| Arvind | Varsani | Christchurch | M |
| Adam | Walker | Granity | M |
| Matt | Walters | Christchurch | M |
| Antony | White | Christchurch | M |
| Sarah | Widmer | Paekakariki | F |
| Pip | Wilson | Christchurch | F |
| Rob | Wilson | Christchurch | M |
40-49
| Monica | Aarsen | Mosgiel | F |
| Rene | Aarsen | Mosgiel | M |
| Michelle | Amataiti | Christchurch | F |
| Sue | Ballantyne | Christchurch | F |
| Jackie | Barker | Christchurch | F |
| Sara | Bathgate | Wellington | F |
| John | Bowen | Westport | M |
| Lisa | Brennan | Christchurch | F |
| Karyn | Burgess | Masterton | F |
| Stephen | Busby | Nelson | M |
| Louise | Busby | Nelson | F |
| Rob | Cant | Nelson | M |
| Jack | Cerfontaine | Nelson | M |
| Alex | Chisnall | Nelson | F |
| Rebecca | Clarkson | Nelson | F |
| Michelle | Cliffe | Nelson | F |
| Antony | Cliffe | Nelson | M |
| Annie | Coburn | Christchurch | F |
| Nicky | Cocks | Christchurch | F |
| Diane | Corke | Porirua | F |
| Stu | Cottam | Nelson | M |
| Joe | Crichton | Christchurch | M |
| Paul | Crossley | Amberley | M |
| Sue | Curtin | Christchurch | F |
| Sue | Flynn | Christchurch | F |
| Sheryl | Fraser | Christchurch | F |
| Paul | French | Wellington | M |
| Susan | French | Wellington | F |
| Helen | Gilbertson | Hokitika | F |
| Tushka | Glintmeyer | Kapiti Coast | F |
| Gavin | Goble | Christchurch | M |
| Annabel | Gosset | Buller | F |
| Andrew | Greig | Wellington | M |
| Sarah | Helmore | Christchurch | F |
| Karen | Hope | Christchurch | F |
| Michelle | Inglis | Nelson | F |
| Julie | James | Christchurch | F |
| Helen | Johnston | Havelock | F |
| Lynette | Johnstone | Amberley | F |
| Cate | Jones | Christchurch | F |
| Kirsten | Kirsten | Nelson | F |
| Karen | Lauer | Nelson | F |
| Lynda | Laugesen | Christchurch | F |
| Dave | Laugesen | Christchurch | M |
| Justin | LeSueur | Christchurch | M |
| Annemieke | Lewis | Nelson | F |
| Phil | Lindsay | Christchurch | M |
| Paul | Lockington | Hokitika | M |
| Lisa | MacDonald | Christchurch | F |
| Sue | Mayne | Christchurch | F |
| Sarah | Mcgusty | Christchurch | F |
| Malcolm | McNeill | Nelson | M |
| Sam | Miller | Christchurch | M |
| Sarah | Milligan | Nelson | F |
| Kirk | Milligan | Nelson | M |
| Olga | Mora | Christchurch | F |
| Gabriela | Morales | Christchurch | F |
| Martin | Moran | Blenheim | M |
| Catherine | Moran | Christchurch | F |
| Amanda | Munting-Kilworth | Nelson | F |
| Glenys | Neal | Banks Penisula | F |
| Tracee | Neilson | Nelson | F |
| Mark | Nevin | Christchurch | M |
| Edwin | Nieman | Otago | M |
| Henry | Norcross | Auckland | M |
| Will | Parker | Christchurch | M |
| Justine | Perkins | Nelson | F |
| Nicola | Poswillo | Blenheim | F |
| Belinda | Reburn | Nelson | F |
| Matt | Reid | Upper Moutere | M |
| Phil | Riordan | Nelson | M |
| Ali | Robins | Blenheim | F |
| Paul | Rutledge | Christchurch | M |
| Esther | Sassenburg | Nelson | F |
| Jon | Schicker | Wellington | M |
| Megan | Stubbersfield | Wellington | F |
| Reuben | Syme | Ashburton | M |
| Jason | Symonds | Auckland | M |
| Kylie | Taikato | Nelson | F |
| Graeme | Taylor | Nelson | M |
| Greg | Taylor | Lower Hutt | M |
| Ian | Thomas | Blenheim | M |
| Francine | Tohill | Christchurch | F |
| Brendon | Turner | Nelson | M |
| Carolyn | Vasta | Kaikoura | F |
| Bronwen | Wall | Wellington | F |
| Graeme | Wall | Ashburton | M |
| Joanne | Webb | Christchurch | F |
| Chris | White | Christchurch | M |
| Deborah | Wilson | Christchurch | F |
| Ginny | Wood | Nelson | F |
| Jeff | Wood | Wellington | M |
| Bronwyn | Wood | Wellington | F |
50-59
| Phil | Barry | Lower Hutt | M |
| Gaylene | Ditfort | Nelson | F |
| Rob | Doney | Christchurch | M |
| Grant | Fraser | Nelson | M |
| Steve | Hammond | Christchurch | M |
| Cathy | Harvey | Nelson | F |
| Murray | Hunt | Blenheim | M |
| Victor | Klap | Wellington | M |
| Charlie | Lake | Christchurch | M |
| Jan | Lake | Christchurch | F |
| Anne | Lawrence | Palmerston North | F |
| Martin | Lawrence | Palmerston North | M |
| Odette | Llewellin | Nelson | F |
| Rebecca | Macfie | Christchurch | F |
| Jewel | Mellor | Nelson | F |
| Jenny | Ridgen | Christchurch | F |
| Glenda | Robinson | Nelson | F |
| Barry | Rowe | Nelson | M |
| Neil | Smart | Christchurch | M |
| Chris | Stewart | Arthur's Pass | M |
| Norman | Thornley | Wellington | M |
| Richard | Todd | Christchurch | M |
| Richard | Wells | Richmond | M |
| Stephen | Wynne-Jones | Nelson | M |
| Don | Young | Nelson | M |
60+
| Mary | Eggers | Nelson | F |
| Wayne | Eggers | Nelson | M |
| Merv | Gilbert | Ashburton | M |
Trail Walkers
| Kate | Burtt | Christchurch | F |
| Charlotte | deLury | Hokitika | F |
| Olive | Fergusson | Riwaka | F |
| Lyn | Godsiff | Marlborough sounds | F |
| Sam | Godsiff | Kenepuru Sounds | M |
| Emma | Hopkinson | Marlborough sounds | F |
| Joyce | Inglis | Motueka | F |
| Tony | Lockington | Hokitika | M |
| Mark | Lockington | Hokitika | M |
| Wendy | Reitsma | Christchurch | F |
| Jan | Robertson | Hokitika | F |
| Martin | Sawyers | Hutt City | M |
| Sara | Scott | Greymouth | F |
| Jenny | Trotter | Christchurch | F |
| Marie | Tucker | Greymouth | F |
2011 Provisional Results
Well done to all loop the lakers! Now relax and enjoy your success.
Photos available to view and purchase from www.paulwebster.co.nz
Costley Again In Control
The Nelson Events trailrunning scribe inadvertently stated Martin Lukes still held the Alpine Lodge Loop the Lake record in his pre race report however Phil Costley lowered this when he ran a superb 1.37.42 last year.
He was back circuiting the 25km course around Lake Rotoiti on saturday determined and keen to give what was rightfully his another crack and came tantalisingly close , finishing only 44 seconds adrift, but quick enough to set a new masters 40-49 age group time that will probably never be erased.
Hokitika's Tim Bolter kept him honest, thirty seconds behind at the head of the lake halfway point when they crossed the Travers but that's where this race starts and Costley increased the gap for a comfortable victory. Dallas Wichman (ChCh) had to work hard for his third placing as Nelson's other recent recruit in its trailruning ranks, Graeme Taylor, was hard on his heels only six seconds back.
Helen Gillespie ( Hokitika ) started the year off well finishing second in January's Croesus Crossing but it all her own way this weekend being to strong for Nelson Strider's Klaartje van Schie and Claire Van Polanen (Ashburton) with three from the Mid-Canterbury family making it up to the prize table to take home age group awards.
Marlborough's trail walker Richard McCallum knows the trek well winning this section with Linn Murphy (Wellington) the womens title.
Also smiling were the eight strong group from Taipei when each reached the end in the testing conditions.
Nelson Event's now focus on Escape from Tane's Forest happening in The Brook Waimarama Sanctuary & Surrounds on Saturday June 25th. Entries opened on Friday with 56 already registered to visit Nelson to experience the mystery, history and the scenery that this brand new trail offers.
Men
Phil Costley Nelson 1.38.26
Tim Bolter Hokitika 1.44.16
Dallas Wichman Christchurch 1.48.10
Women
Helen Gillespie Hokitika 2.04.16
Klaartje Van Schie Nelson 2.12.50
Claire Van Polanen Ashburton 2.15.13
Trail Walkers
Richard McCallum Marlborough 3.24.22
James Hurring Wellington 3.30.39
Linn Murphy Wellington 3.30.40
Previous Results
2008 Results - to be uploaded
2007 Results - to be uploaded
2006 Results - to be uploaded
2005 Results - to be uploaded
2004 Results - to be uploaded
2003 Results - to be uploaded
2002 Results - to be uploaded
2001 Results - to be uploaded
2000 Results - to be uploaded
1999 Results - to be uploaded
1998 Results - to be uploaded
1997 Results - to be uploaded
Is the race suitable for first-time trail runners?
What about more experienced trail runners?
Can I bring my friends/ family along?
Are there water stations on the course?
What about more experienced trail runners?
Can I bring my friends/ family along?
Are there water stations on the course?
Is the race suitable for first-time trail runners?
Yes it is. The track is undulating with intriguing variations in terrain that will keep you thinking for all 26kms. One thing we are not into is distance markers.
What about more experienced trail runners?
Loop the Lake has plenty of opportunities for experienced trail runners to test their mettle or push for a personal best, better still a place on the race record table.
Can I bring my friends/ family along?
Yes of course, we have a fantastic supporters package available for your friends and family. They can experience the day at their own pace with a scenic boat ride to the head of the lake and then walk back to the finish along the same route that you will travel. The cost is $50 and it includes lunch.
Are there water stations on the course?
There is no provision for a water station on the course, however at the head of the lake there is a free flowing stream, it is at your own risk and it is advisable to check with DOC as to the water quality closer to the event date. There will be water and fresh fruit at the finish.
