Nelson Events. The sport event organiser

The “master of the Maitai” Simon Mardon was back on Tuesday night showing all he’s ready for Buller on Saturday week.

Although not as quick as previous years in the 10km, the final of the Sprig n Fern Summer Series, his 34.17 was more than respectable.

David Bill has been the “speed merchant” over the shorter distance lead up 3km & 5km runs but he couldn’t handle Mardon’s strength..

Henry Wallace stuck with Bill all the way finishing two seconds behind him in 35.15.

Simon Leaning also looked strong and heads towards a good time down the Gorge….depending if the heatwave sticks around but history tells us that over the years morning mist from the river...

The final of the Sprig and Fern Striders Six O'Clock Summer Series

Start will be staggered as per below:

Wave 1 Estimate over 1hour 15 Start 6.00pm

Wave 2 Estimate 55min to 1.15 Start 6.10pm

Wave 3 Estimate under 55min Start 6.20pm

You will need to get your name recorded at the start so please check in with one of the team at Branford Park – 10min before your start time.