FAQs

ENTRIES

REFUNDS/WITHDRAWLS/CANCELLATION/TRANSFERS

  • What is your cancellation policy? CLICK HERE
  • Can I transfer to next years event instead? No sorry. Please refer to the cancellation policy here.
  • What if I injure myself and need to withdraw? CLICK HERE
  • I’ve read the policy and need to withdraw. How do I do this? Please email entries@tussocktraverse.co.nz

WAIVER

  • Where can I re-read the waiver I agreed to? CLICK HERE

REGISTRATION

  • What times is race registration open? Depending on your event option there are also specific registration opening and cut-off times so please view the webpage for your specific event option to clarify your specific registration timelines and location options. CLICK HERE
  • What are the registration rules? CLICK HERE answers to the following questions:
    • Can I collect someone else’s race number
    • Can I transfer my entry to someone else after I’ve collected my race number
    • What do I need to bring to registration?

BAG/GEAR DROP OFF SERVICE

  • Is there a bag/gear drop off at the start line? Yes, there is some form of bag/gear drop for each event. For the exact information for your race please visit the event webpage and scroll to the bottom of the page and look for the heading “Drop Bag Service” for the most accurate information.

COMPULSORY GEAR

  • What compulsory gear do I need to have?
  • What is a thermal/survival bag? It is similar to an emergency blanket but bigger, so you can put your whole body into it. CLICK HERE to see an example of one
  • All gear must meet ‘Check Clean Dry’ standards. CLICK HERE to read more.

CHECK CLEAN DRY – DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION REQUIREMENTS

  • All gear must meet ‘Check Clean Dry’ standards. CLICK HERE to read more.

KEY TIMINGS (REGISTRATION/START TIMES/CUT OFFS/PRIZE GIVING etc.)

  • For the key Tussock Traverse 2024 timings CLICK HERE and scroll down to “EVENT SCHEDULE”
  • For specific timings for your specific distance/race select from one of the below:

BUSES/PARKING

  • Do I need a bus ticket and where can I park my car? Scroll to the bottom of the page and look for the heading “Parking and Transport Info” for the most accurate information.
  • Where do the buses collect/drop off entrants? Refer to above links.

THE COURSE

  • Where do I find the course map and elevation plan?

TOILETS

  • There will be toilets at the start & finish lines for all events.
  • The only toilets on course are at the Waihohonu Hut.
    • The 21km course pass this after 5.5km
    • The 32km course pass this after approx. 16.5km.

AID STATIONS

  • This is a self-sufficient event, please bring your own hydration and sustenance to support your race plan.

TRAINING/SQUADRUN

  • I need some help with training, is there any coaching available? CLICK HERE

ACCOMODATION

  • What accommodation is available for this event? CLICK HERE

PRE & POST EVENT ACTIVITIES

  • When is the Powhiri (welcome)? Please see “KEY TIMINGS”
  • What time is prizegiving? Please see “KEY TIMINGS”

RESULTS & PHOTOS

MERCHANDISE

  • Where can I buy official event merchandise? CLICK HERE

OTHER

  • How can I Subscribe to ‘Tussock Traverse E-News’? CLICK HERE
  • I loved my time at ‘Ruapehu Trail Festival’, what other events do you run that I might be interested in? We love your enthusiasm and would love to see you on the start line of one of these upcoming events:
  • Who owns the Ruapehu Trail Festival event? Victory Events – Events that move you, is a sport event management company specialising in the creation and delivery of sports and recreation events in the Ruapehu region – Where Adventure Begins!

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