Marra Sprint Triathlon
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Marra Sprint Triathlon
The Marra Sprint Triathlon takes place at Mount Maunganui on Sunday 14 March 2027. The event offers multiple race distances with ocean swims starting in the water, separate transition areas, and bike and run legs on marked local roads and walkways.
Distances:
- Sprint: Swim 750m, Bike 20km, Run 5km
- Monster/Short: Swim 400m, Bike 10km, Run 2km
- Mini: Swim 100m, Bike 2km, Run 1km
Course notes: all swims are parallel to the shore with in-water starts. Bike courses use The Mall, Adams Avenue and Marine Parade with specified turn-around points and marshal coverage; the Sprint bike is two laps while the shorter courses are one lap. The Sprint run follows The Mall, Adams Avenue and Marine Parade, includes a boardwalk section, and uses marked two-way and single-direction sections.
Race rules and safety: the Sprint and Monster/Short distances are draft-legal. Helmets are mandatory on the bike, no electric bikes or listening devices are permitted on course, and shoes must be worn for the run. A timing transponder is issued with race packs and must be returned.
Entries and administration: online entries close 10 March 2027. Late entries and on-site registration occur before race day with a late fee. Transfers, refunds and Covid cancellation terms are documented, including an administration fee for transfers and a refund policy with deadlines.
Prizes and awards: Sprint age group medals are presented in 10-year groups; Mini and Monster races award overall merit medals. Cash prizes are allocated to Sprint overall placings. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
