Poronui Passage
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About the race
The Poronui Passage is a one-day, all-inclusive trail event held in the Taharua Valley on New Zealand’s North Island. The site is Poronui, a back-country station in the foothills of the Kaimanawa Mountain Ranges, about a 40 minute drive from Taupo. The event date is Saturday 22nd November 2027 and entry is limited to 400 spots.
The organiser describes the event as providing a range of hospitality items and services included for participants: cosy blankets and fires, gourmet post-event fare, high-quality event apparel, barista coffee, medals, hot showers, free post-event massage, and craft beers and wine at the finish area. The setting is described as remote and scenic.
Course options are offered for trail runners, walkers and mountain bikers. Distances and formats available on the day include:
- 42 km Marathon Trail Run
- 21 km Half Marathon Trail Run or Walk
- 12 km Trail Run or Walk
- 50 km Mountain Bike or eBike
- 30 km Mountain Bike or eBike
The event emphasises a combination of trail activity and on-site hospitality in a private station environment. Information about additional inclusions or logistics is provided by the organiser. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
