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GURNEY GRABS GOLDRUSH GLORY
from Steve Knowles of www.sportzhub.co.nz

Steve Gurney on Monday won the Goldrush after 3 days racing covering 375km's
of MTBing, running & kayaking the magnificent central Otago country-side.
After securing the Genesis Tongariro Mt Classic,  a week earlier Neil
Gellatly lead the first day, with Tim Pearson in second and Gurney behind by
6 minutes .  Gurney then dominated day two & three crossing the line in a
total time of 17:28:48, with Tim Pearson 6 minutes behind, Gary Fahey in 3rd
and Neil Gellatly in 4th.

The womans section was won by Rachel Barton .

Evan McRae (1999 Vet NZ Champion) won the veterans section, an amazing
effort considering in the last month he has competed at the Kururau Krusher,
Tongariro Mt Classic & GoldRush.  Euan Purdie was second 52 minutes behind.
For full results browse www.goldrush.co.nz
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IRONMAN SURVEY
The survey on Ironman New Zealand's possible relocation away from Taupo has
attracted almost 100 responses.   The first question was " Do you think
Ironman Should move from Taupo YES or NO ? "
100% replied No
Further questions then examined the likelihood or athletes racing elsewhere
in New Zealand or even overseas.

While the numeric results tell a compelling story it is the athletes own
comments that  make the most interesting reading.  Particularly interesting
are the comments of overseas athletes when comparing Taupo to Rotorua.

Get an insight into the minds of Ironman competitors by reading their
comments at
http://www.triathlon.co.nz/triconz/Ironman/articles/articles.asp?id=54
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HAWAII CHANGES IRONMAN COURSE

Following the closing of the Kona surf club, site of the old swim to bike
transition organisers of the Ironman world Championships have made a few
subtle changes to the course.

The modified course leads to more spectator viewing opportunities while
retaining all the features that give Hawaii it's mystique.  The Queen K
Highway for the bike and the infamous Energy Lab on the run remain
untouched.

You can read about the changes at www.ironmanlive.com
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NEED A COACH ?
Contact Tony O'Hagan for professional coaching from Sprint Distance to
Ironman for all abilities.  Tony is a TriNZ accredited coach and winner of 5
NZ titles.  Email tony.ohagan@paradise.net.nz
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KAIMAI CLASSIC SET TO EXPLODE

Originally planned for around 70 entries - 30 individuals and 40 teams the
Kaimai Classic due to be held this Sunday has attracted over 170 entries.
More than 80 individuals will tackle a 5km bush track run from McLaren's
waterfall before MTBing alongside the Ruahihi Power Channel.  Stage 3 is an
11km flat water Kayak from the Power Station down the Wairoa river to the
Wairoa Bridge.  The final two stages involve a flat and fast 23km road bike
around Te Puna before a final gut wrenching 6km run up and down the mighty
Minden.

As well as the  80 individuals almost 300 people are needed to form the 85
teams in the inaugural Kaimai Classic.

Tri Updates will be there to report on the Kaimai Classic action for you
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A SHORT NOTE FROM THE EVANS SISTERS

Megan Hall and Heather Evans wish to emphasise that they will continue to
race as New Zealanders and subscribe to TriNZ.  While currently living and
training in Aussie they remain New Zealanders and are very proud of this.
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LISTING RACE DATES
When advising your event dates be sure to list in magazines.  You also have
a range of web based event calendars.
www.poprun.co.nz    running, triathlon, duathlon, multisport
www.triathlon.co.nz   triathlon, duathlon, multisport
www.multisport.co.nz running, triathlon, duathlon, multisport
www.sportzhub.co.nz   multisport. adventure racing

On line entry services are provided by www.poprun.co.nz and
www.entryforms.co.nz
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Multisport Radio Show is back. Radio Sports 30 minutes round-up on
Multisport, Tri's...is now on Wednesday nights....
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MULTISPORT DATES ANNOUNCED
Three upper North Island multisport events have coordinated dates to ensure
all competitors have ample opportunity to be involved with all events if
they wish.

Dates are
Corromandel Classic  September 29th and 30th
Motu Challenge - Saturday October 13th
The LOOP - Saturday November 3rd

A date for the Spring Sprint in Auckland is expected to be announced shortly
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Motu Challenge: Saturday, 13th October 2001
TELECOM LOCAL DIRECTORIES MOTU CHALLENGE MULTISPORT EVENT - 65 km MTB Motu
track , 17 km bush run , 52 km road cycle, 27km kayak 8km cycle 3 km run,
total 172km, Individual and Teams, $30,000 prizes, For information contact
Tina, Multisport Opotiki Inc, 19 Elliott St, Opotiki. Phone/Fax (07) 315
8484 or e-mail motuchallenge@xtra.co.nz. Our web site is
www.motuchallenge.co.nz
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The LOOP Saturday November 3rd, 2001
The LOOP multisport event  is a 116km loop starting and finishing at
Hamilton's Glenview International Hotel.
The LOOP involves a 6km run,  19km Kayak,  25km Cycle,  12km hill country
run,  25km Mountain Bike and finishes with a 29km cycle.
Options for Individuals, 2 person teams and 4 person teams
School Teams and corporate teams categories involve 6 person teams.
For information contact River Promotions Ph 07 849 1734  Fax 07 849 1687  or
email riverpor@wave.co.nz
Website information at  http://sportzhub.co.nz/loop/
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2001 NZ CHAMPIONSHIP AND SELECTION RACES
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*May 13th - Duathlon Championships ( 10/42/5 ) - Palmerston North

National Secondary School Championships
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* April 8th - Triathlon  - Picton
* July 14th - Duathlon - Nelson
* Sept 29th - Multisport - Tauranga