THE EVENT - 29 AUGUST
Rugged but runnable – up into the “ Backwoods of Nelson” and along the sub alpine mineral belt. Sweeping views out to a glittering Tasman Bay await you as you descend New Zealand’s first railway line to the finish.
From the Maitai Dam, the route ascends to the Dun Mountain Saddle (875m) following the south branch of the Maitai River. Taking the Coppermine Saddle track and downhill along New Zealand’s first railway line, through Third House and finishing at the OK Corral, Brook Street, Nelson. This is a testing run – but not impossible.
Start: Maitai Dam in wave starts, based on your honest half marathon estimate. 8.45am for 2.00hrs plus Half Marathon; 9.15am for 1.40-1.59 hrs Half Marathon; 9.30am for sub 1.40hrs Half Marathon
**IMPORTANT**
Entry Criteria – To enter this event you must be capable of running a half marathon on the road in under 2 hours and 45 minutes or equivalent.
NEWS & UPDATES
Please head to the Dun Run page and check out this years results. Well done…
PRE-EVENT EMAILERS
Leading up to this event we will be sending out ‘pre-event’ emailers, that will give you important information. Watch this space for when you will receive them…
ENTRY
Entry fee is $85 (2020)
Discounted opening offer for the first week or the first 100 entries, whichever comes first of $70.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
If you can complete a half marathon in under 2.45 hours then you can enter The Original Dun Run 26km (so if you are a Trailwalker and meet the time criteria then you can enter The Dun Run in 2019)
If you can complete a half marathon in under 2 hours then you can enter The Long Course Dun Run.
The minimum age of competitors is 16 years for Original and 18 years for Long Course.
If you are unsure of your suitability please email us at [email protected] and we can discuss.
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.
Please see Nelson Event Policies for further details.
In the event of extreme weather conditions, the Organising Committee reserves the right to substitute an alternative course or if necessary, cancel the event.
WITHDRAWAL POLICY
Withdrawals must be received via email to [email protected]
Withdrawals received by 1st of July will be refunded in full less a $30.00 administration fee.
Withdrawals received by the 15th of July will be refunded $35 of entry fee.
No entry fee refunds will be made after July 31st 2020.
Withdrawals received after this date are not eligible for a refund.
Please note entries cannot be transferred to other competitors, other events or future editions of this event.
Entry to the 2020 event has not yet opened
ON THE DAY
The Start
Maitai Dam in wave starts, based on your honest half marathon estimate.
8.45am for 2.00hrs plus Half Marathon
9.15am for 1.40-1.59 hrs Half Marathon
9.30am for sub 1.40hrs Half Marathon
The Finish
Andrews Farm, Tantrgee Road, Brook Valley.
Check In and Race Pack Collection
Check in, race pack (race number and any pre-ordered merchandise) collection, gear check and briefing will be conducted also at the start line for each event.
There will be a designated vehicle for you to leave any gear you want taken through to the finish line (please keep this to a minimum). Just check in with crew as to where to place this.
Long Course Check in is 7:00am at the Trafalgar Street Bridge over the Maitai River (beside the Nelson iSite).
Original Course Check in is 40mins before your Wave start at the Maitai Dams.
WAVE 1 – 8.45am for 2.00hrs plus Half Marathon
WAVE 2 – 9.15am for 1.40-1.59 hrs Half Marathon
WAVE 3 – 9.30am for sub 1.40hrs Half Marathon
Post-Race Function
Prizegiving function – venue and timing to be confirmed.
Prizes
Performance and spot prizes will be awarded
Numerous spot prizes will be awarded, however, to be eligible winners must be at the prizegiving function.
Please let us know if you have not being receiving our pre-event emailers as these will have important event information in them.
TRAVEL & ACCOMMODATION
The Dun Run starts at the Maitai Dam (about 12km from Nelson City). Transport to the start is available and will leave the OK Corral (finish line area) at 7.15am ($10 cost). This must be pre-booked. The finish is at the OK Corral, Brook Street, Nelson.
Travelling from the North Island?
Then check out the Interislander Group rates below (Group rates quoted for Nelson Events 2019/20)
Booking Reference: GM5605
The below rates are based on return travel, prices to date, inclusive of GST and subject to availability.
FARES: Off Peak Each Way (01 March – 8 April 2020 & 15 April – 15 December 2020)
PASSENGERS: Adult $48; Premium Lounge $55 18yrs plus; Child $26
VEHICLES/EQUIPMENT: Car/Ute/4×4/Trailer up to 5.5 $124 each (additional half metre $22), Campervan up to 5.5 $145 (additional half metre $37), Motor Bikes $42, Kayaks $15 each, Pushbikes $15 each
FARES: Peak Each Way (01-29 February 2020 & 9-14 April 2020)
PASSENGERS: Adult $53; Premium Lounge $55 18yrs plus; Child $26
VEHICLES/EQUIPMENT: Car/Ute/4×4/Trailer up to 5.5 $137 each (additional half metre $24), Campervan up to 5.5 $170 (additional half metre $42), Motor Bikes $52, Kayaks $15 each, Pushbikes $15 each
Group Booking conditions and instructions for members are:
Each reservation must be made direct with Interislander – Online at https://www.greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/members-fares
NOTE: Putting GM5605 into the Discount Code box.
Every reservation will be given an expiry/payment date, required to be paid in full by that date.
Space is subject to availability at the time of the booking request.
90% refundable if cancelled prior to final check in time – no refund if cancelled after.
Email confirmation of event entry to be shown at check in – otherwise full retail fares will be charged.
Prices subject to change with notification.
Fares valid from 01 February through to 15 December 2020
HONOURS BOARD
| Name | Time | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Patrick Higgins | 1.48.39 | 2019 |
| Matt Ogden | 1.51.18 | 2019 |
| Martin Cox | 1.53.09 | 2005* |
| Callum Wilkie | 1.54.09 | 2019 |
| Patrick Higgins | 1.54.28 | 2017 |
| * Denotes Old Course via Dun Saddle |
| Name | Time | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Paula Canning | 2.05.28 | 2016 |
| Paula Canning | 2.06.49 | 2017 |
| Paula Canning | 2.09.48 | 2019 |
| Josie Wilcox | 2.12.14 | 2009* |
| Angela Leck | 2.12.18 | 2019 |
| Caitlin Fielder | 2.13.57 | 2016 |
| * Denotes Old Course via Dun Saddle |
| Age Group | Name | Time | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 40 Men | Patrick Higgins | 1.48.39 | 2019 |
| Under 40 Women | Josie Wilcox | 2.12.14 | 2009* |
| 40-49 Men | Dave Keen | 1.56.45 | 2017 |
| 40-49 Women | Paula Canning | 2.05.28 | 2016 |
| 50-59 Men | Stu Cottam | 2.09.01 | 2016 |
| 50-59 Women | Robyn Daly | 2.48.34 | 2010 |
| 60+ Men | Norman Carrington | 2.31.00 | 2004* |
| 60+ Women | Pat Boland | 3.34.58 | 2002* |
| (*old course) |
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