The inaugural KBAR event is being organised by Tasman's champion multisporter Nathan Faevae, who won the right to direct the championships from 2011-2013.
If anyone knows how to run an adventure race that is both challenging and fun, it is Nathan. His success with local events Spring Challenge, Tour de Tasman, 4050 Tour & Source to Sea is set to ensure that KBAR will become a regional & national highlight in the country's sporting calendar.
Having a ready-made mountain bike park 'on the doorstep' was no doubt a big factor in Kaiteriteri being chosen, alongside the superb climate, beaches & calm seas for which it is already such a popular destination. While you won't have the freedom to ride your favourite circuit as usual this particular weekend, that's no reason not to come anyway.
KBAR's website http://www.kbar.co.nz/ provides all the information you need (tho' not on Opera) to choose a category that suits your level of skill & fitness, including individual, pairs & team options. While the country's elite multisporters are going to be out in force, as with all of Nathan's events, the emphasis is on participation so kids and first-timers are catered for as well.
With product expos & entertainment, the place will be pumping, especially when the pro-elites line up @ 1.00pm on Sunday 27 to compete for the national title. I suggest you get there early!
These guys have already chosen their spot...
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