Ruralco Longbeach Coastal Challenge
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Ruralco Longbeach Coastal Challenge : 29 November 2026
The Ruralco Longbeach Coastal Challenge takes place at 1754 Longbeach Road, Tinwald, Ashburton, New Zealand. The event is organised by Longbeach School and Hinds and Districts Lions Club and is the 19th edition. Proceeds support the local community.
The programme includes mountain biking, running, walking, and duathlon formats with competitive and social options. It features individual and team events, a schools team cycling race for Years 5–8, and a family mountain bike distance. Electric bike entries are available for one of the 23 km mountain bike options.
Distances and event types include:
- 70 km mountain bike
- 35 km mountain bike
- 23 km mountain bike and 23 km team event
- 23 km mountain bike e-bike category
- 12 km mountain bike family
- 21 km run (half marathon)
- 12 km run
- 12 km walk
- 5 km fun run/walk
- Duathlon individual 35 km bike then 12 km run
- Team duathlon team of two splitting 35 km cycle and 12 km run
- Schools Challenge team bike race for Years 5–8
Entry pricing varies by event and age category, with junior rates for specified youth age ranges. The event website and FAQ pages provide rules and additional details. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
