22 Jan - 18 Feb

Challenge Wanaka

Keep going further east and hit New Zealand to enjoy the magic of Wanaka.

Ready to take on a new challenge?

Challenge Wanaka

Head to New Zealand and explore the routes of Wanaka, one of the most scenic triathlon events in the world. Enjoy the views and complete the Challenge to unlock a jersey.

Explore great routes

Challenge Wanaka | New Zealand

Cycle along the famous triathlon bike course in Wanaka, along the Southern shores of Lake Wanaka, Otago, New Zealand and the famous World Heritage site Te Wahipounanmu in Mt Aspiring National Park.

Crown Range to Lake Wanaka | New Zealand

Climb to the top of Crown Range with spectacular panoramic views on a challenging ascent with the reward of a sweeping downhill, taking you to the resort town of Wanaka.

Lake Ohau | New Zealand

Soak up the tranquility and beauty of one of New Zealand's South Island glacial lakes at the foot of the Southern Alps with vistas of pristine, crystal-clear waters and snow-covered mountains.

Interesting reading

5 Reasons you should try a triathlon this season

Are you ready for a new adventure that will push you to your limits? Looking for something to take your cycling to the next level? Then consider trying a triathlon! In this article, we'll take a basic overview and share five reasons why you should give it a go this season.

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TRIATHLETES / CYCLISTS KEY TRAINING PRINCIPLES FOR ENDURANCE

There is no single training method that is the best or works for everyone. Therefore, looking at what others are doing and copying their training sessions is not the smartest thing to do. It doesn't work and has never worked.

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Understanding FTP and the Anaerobic Threshold

Every moderately advanced cyclist has probably encountered the terms FTP or anaerobic threshold (AT). If they haven't already, they are likely to receive a question from another cyclist in the near future: "What's your FTP?" or read about their favourite athlete undergoing threshold or FTP training. These two parameters appear frequently in the vocabulary of endurance athletes, yet they are often insufficiently understood. If you ask your cycling buddy why they apply intervals at the FTP or AT level, they might not be able to answer. In this article, I will try to explain these two concepts in understandable terms and from a sports science perspective.

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Challenge Wanaka - an outdoor natural paradise in the wild for the adventurous

Wanaka is a beautiful resort town and year-round destination in the heart of the Southern shores of Lake Wanaka, Otago, New Zealand. The famous World Heritage site called Te Wahipounanmu consists of fjords, waterfalls, glaciers, and rainforests in this vast Mt Aspiring National Park.

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Challenge Wanaka - a wilderness and paradise playground

Wanaka is a beautiful resort town and year-round destination in the heart of the Southern shores of Lake Wanaka, Otago, New Zealand. The famous World Heritage site Te Wahipounanmu consists of fjords, waterfalls, glaciers, and rainforests in this vast Mt Aspiring National Park.

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