Mount Monster is Back for 2023 - Registrations Open!

THE MOUNT MONSTER IT'S BACK - 10am SATURDAY 16TH DECEMBER 2023!
Developed in 2012, the Mount Monster is New Zealand's most prestigious surf lifesaving endurance race.Athletes from across NZ gather each December on Mount Maunganui's Main Beach for their chance to race on one of the most spectacular coasts. You'll be inspired by the terrain but also challenged by the running, swimming, ski paddling and board paddling, with a few fears tested by the iconic rock jump. Whether competing in a team or as an individual, lifeguards use this event to become fitter, faster and more skilled, as they hunt Mount Monster glory.
COURSE INFORMATIONThe pre-set order of events is as follows for individuals and teams; 24.5 KM IN TOTAL:SKI 12 km
Let the racing begin! Pick up your craft and head straight out to sea, where you will head out to North rock, then paddle down the coast towards Omanu. At Omanu paddle into shore where a flag in knee deep water will be, that you must round before making your way back to Mount Main beach. A minimum of a 50N PFD is required for the Ski discipline. There will be a PFD check on the start line.
RUN 5 km
After the 12km Ski paddle, you'll start your 5km soft sand run to the Tay St turnaround and back. Shoes and socks may be worn.OCEAN SWIM 1.5 km
After heating up from the run leg, get ready to jump off the ‘blowhole’ on Moturiki Island into the refreshing water below.Competitors can choose to do the traditional 6m jump or opt for a 1m jump. Exit the water in shark alley and run between the flags to complete the remaining swim component.
BOARD PADDLE 6 km
You're almost finished! Paddle around North rock, this time making your way to Motuotau Island. Round Motuotau island, left to right and make your way back to the main beach. Run through the transition to complete the 6km Board leg and THE MOUNT MONSTER!!
TEAMSThe teams event can consist of 2-4 members.  

ENTRIES ARE OPEN FOR MOUNT MONSTER 2023 Click on the following link: The Mount Monster (mountlifeguards.co.nz)
ENTRY FEES:INDIVIDUAL
Early Bird Entry $115.00 (the first 50 entries)Standard Entry $145.00Late Entry $205.00
(from 16th November to event day) TEAMSEarly Bird Entry $230.00 (the first 30 entries)Standard Entry $290.00Late Entry $410.00
Athletes in the Mt Monster must have obtained and have a refreshed Surf Lifeguard Award, Age groups are as follows:

Individual

• Under 19's (aged 14 to 18)

• Open (aged 19 years to 34)

• Masters (aged 35 years to 49)

• Veteran (aged 49 years plus)

 Team 

• Under 19 Male team/Female team/Mixed team

• Open Male team/Female team/Mixed team

• Masters Mixed team

• Veteran Mixed team

THE MINI MONSTERIT'S BACK - 4pm FRIDAY 15TH DECEMBER 2023!

*BREAKING NEWS* - The 2023 Mini Monster event will be held Friday 15th December with the top 12 finishers (12 male & 12 female) receiving entry to the Mini Monster final - Saturday 16th December.  Friday's event will begin with a race briefing at 3pm and racing from 4pm.Mini Monster entries have been increased to 50 male and 50 female competitors to allow for a greater number of competitors.              

*Entries for the 2023 Mini Monster are opening soon, Wednesday 13^th September.....   watch this space for more details...

Athletes/competitors are U14
MINI MONSTER*
$40.00 until sold out

WATCH THIS SPACE OR SOCIAL MEDIA FOR FURTHER ANNOUCEMENTS IN THE NEAR FUTURE AROUND INDIVIDUAL AND TEAMS PRIZE MONEY / PRIZE'S, INCLUDING SOME FANTASTIC SPOT PRIZES 
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