Saturday May 10th 2008

What a great day!
See the 2008 results HERE.

Routeburn Classic 2008 Photos: Magic Memories Photos

World renowned as one of the most beautiful tracks. The 38km Routeburn Track draws thousands of people every year to see the natural beauty of the Fiords in an untouched paradise. The Routeburn Classic is an exclusive adventure run entering its fifth season. This event has massive appeal to the domestic and international athletes. The field is capped at 225 athletes, privileged to challenge themselves in this magnificent setting. This is a must do event for the passionate adventure runner.

Routeburn Map

Routeburn Classic EVENT INFORMATION

Owing to the environmental and safety considerations, the field is limited to 225 competitors. Good Times Events reserves the right of acceptance, places will be allocated from eligible entries in the order received. If requested on the entry, unsuccessful entrants will be placed on a waiting list - also in the order received. Unsuccessful entries will be refunded.

Entries must be received by 15th April 2008 OR they will incur a late entry fee, entries close on Friday the 4th May 2008 or after a waiting list of more than 250 people has been established.

Click here to view the Classic 08 Runners List

Routeburn Classic GENERAL INFORMATION

 

Routeburn Classic BUS TRANSPORT

Bus from Queenstown to Te Anau on Friday 9th May leaving from the Queenstown Station Building corner of Shotover and Camp Street at 4pm
Cost NZ$35

Bus from Te Anau to Divide on 10th May leaving Luxmore Hotel  at 6.00am
Cost NZ$35  

Bus from Glenorchy Shelter on 10th May to Queenstown for prize giving goes back and forth through the day as the bus fills
Cost NZ$35

 

Routeburn Classic PRIZE GIVING DINNER 

This years Price Giving Dinner is a special event in itself. The venue for the function is Skyline Restaurant at 7pm on Saturday 10th after the event. We will indulge in a delicious buffet dinner and a few happy beverages only enhanced by the fact they have been earned and the unrivaled views from Skyline above Queenstown. You and your comrades will share tales of glory from on the Routeburn Classic. This will be the cherry on top so to speak of an unforgettable adventure.


You must be present to pick up your certificate of completion and your event medal, symbols and memento's of your involvement in this exclusive event. There will be photographers from Magic Memories on the track and photos will be available for sale after the event at the Prize Giving Dinner at Skyline. Bookings for the Price Giving Dinner are taken when you enter. Dinner is $55 This includes salad bar & cheeses, Soup and rolls. Japanese rice and pickles. A great selection of hot and cold seafood, a hot buffet meal including two types of roast meats. If you still feel the need to consume there is a delicious desert buffet. My advice as with the previous event… Pace yourself! You and your support crew will receive a complimentary gondola ride to this special event! (Normally $20.00)

 

Routeburn Classic ACCOMODATION

IMPORANT: When booking accommodation mention that you are a part of the Routeburn Classic event to receive special rates at the Sponsor Hotels below. It is highly recommended that you book for dinner (held at the conclusion of the compulsory briefing on the 9th) and breakfast the following day prior to the bus departing the Luxmore Hotel. You are going to need that fuel to burn three hours later. There will not be any where else open for breakfast at that time of the morning in Te Anau. All prices quoted below include GST.


Luxmore Hotel - Te Anau
Phone 03 2497526 (Remember to say you are part of the Routeburn Classic)
or reservations@luxmorehotel.co.nz (www.luxmorehotel.co.nz)

  1. $125.00 per room per night twin share
  2. Extra person $28 per room (both get double beds)
  3. Dinner Buffet @ $40.00 (at conclusion of compulsory Briefing)
  4. Buffet Breakfast at @$19.50 (From 5am. Keep in mind bus departs for the Divide at 6.00am)
    (Bookings for both breakfast and dinner are essential)

Heritage Hotel - Queenstown
Phone: 03 422 4547 (Remember to say you are part of the Routeburn Classic)
michaelam@heritagehotels.co.nz

  1. $157.50 Twin Share room per night
  2. Breakfast Special for athletes and supporters $15.
    (Must be booked with accommodation to receive this deal)

 

Routeburn Classic RESULTS

2006 results (PDF)
2007 results (PDF)
2008 results (PDF)

Routeburn Classic PHOTOS

Magic Memories photographers will be on the course and at the finish line capturing your form in this spectacular setting. Go to their website to check out last years pictures.

Terms and Conditions

This is an important document that should be read carefully and understood fully as it will affect your legal rights.

It is a condition of participation in The Routeburn Classic that you read and accept this document.

1. By clicking 'Next...' I acknowledge that:

Participation in The Routeburn Classic is a test of a person's physical and mental limits and carries the potential for death, serious personal injury, general personal discomfort and property loss.

I am physically fit and have no pre-existing medical conditions, and have sufficiently trained to participate in The Routeburn Classic and have not been advised against participation in The Routeburn Classic by a qualified health professional.

2. In consideration of being permitted to participate in The Routeburn Classic:

I ACKNOWLEDGE that there may be intense and some may say crazy people referred to as 'athletes', animals and natural beasts, vehicles, objects or materials on or around the course route, which may constitute hazards. I assume all the risks associated with participating in The Routeburn Classic. This includes but is not limited to falls, collisions, contact or crashes with other participants, event officials, volunteers, spectators, course markers or other obstacles or hazards; the effects of weather including rain, heat or humidity; defects in my personal equipment or equipment provided by Event Organisers; the conditions of the course; hazards that may be posed by the presence of spectators or people involved in the or contributing to the conduct of or organisation of The Routeburn Classic. All these risks are known to and appreciated by me and I accept them of my own free will.

I FURTHER ACKNOWLEDGE the risk that the Event Organisers or individuals participating in controlling, officiating or involved in or contributing to the conduct of or organising or watching The Routeburn Classic may act negligently which may result in harm or injury to my property or me. These risks are also known and appreciated by me and I accept them of my own free will.

I CONSENT to the provision to me of first aid by St. Johns, emergency or other medical treatment including physiotherapy and massage for the purposes of treating or relieving injuries or physical harm that I may suffer as a consequence of participation in The Routeburn Classic. I authorise licensed medical practitioners, hospital or other medical or health care facilities to perform all medical procedures, which they may consider medically advisable to attempt to treat or relieve such injuries, including but not limited to the administration of anesthesia and provision of blood transfusions. I realise and appreciate there is a possibility of complication and unforeseen consequences in any medical treatment which I may receive and I assume that risk. I acknowledge that no warranty is made as to the results of any medical treatment.

I WAIVE, RELEASE, AND DISCHARGE the Event Organisers and any medical staff including St. Johns or volunteers and any individuals participating in, controlling, officiating, involved in or contributing owners of the properties traversed by The Routeburn Classic, to the conduct or organising or watching The Routeburn Classic from any and all claims, losses or liabilities for death, personal injury, partial or permanent disability, property damage, medical or hospital bills, theft or damage or any kind, including economic loss, which may however exist or arise in the future arise out of or relate to my participation in or my traveling to and from The Routeburn Classic, or arising out of the risks I have assumed in participating in The Routeburn Classic as set out above whether or not caused by negligence of any person.

I AGREE not to sue or claim against any such persons for any of the claims, losses or liabilities that I have waived, released or discharged in this document.

I INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS the Event Organisers from any and all claims made by me or liabilities assessed against any of them as a result of:

  1. my actions or inaction;
  2. the actions, inaction or negligence of others including the Event Organisers;
  3. the conditions of the facilities, equipment or areas where The Routeburn Classic or other associated activities are being conducted;
  4. implementation of The Routeburn Classic Event Rules; or
  5. any other cause arising from an occurrence related to The Routeburn Classic; and
  6. By agreeing to this document, I bind myself, my executors, administrators, heirs, next of kin, successors and assigns and any other person who may claim or sue on my behalf.
  7. I AGREE to abide by the Event Rules, and I acknowledge that my entry to The Routeburn Classic may be revoked or suspended for violation of the Event Rules.

I acknowledge that only the courts of New Zealand shall have jurisdiction to entertain any complaint, demand, claim or cause of action whether based upon alleged breach of contract or alleged negligence arising from the treatment I may receive. I hereby agree that if I commence any legal proceedings, I will commence such legal proceedings in New Zealand and only in New Zealand and I hereby submit to the jurisdiction of the courts in New Zealand.

For the purposes of this document, "Event Organisers" means Good Times Events Ltd, sponsors, Event officials, medical staff and volunteers, and all officers, directors, servants, employees, contractors, representatives and agents of any of these entities.

If a runner withdraws from the event the following cancellation fees will apply.

Up until 15th March 2008 - $30 admin fee deducted
From 17th March till April 15th an admin fee of $50
From 16th April 2008 to 15 days prior to race day - 50% cancellation fee on entire transaction
1-15 days prior to race day - No Refund
On race day or after race day - No Refund

Cancellation or postponement
If the Routeburn Classic is to be postponed to Sunday the 11th or cancelled there are no refunds.

I CONFIRM THAT I AM:

EIGHTEEN (18) YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER.

I HAVE AGREED TO ENTER INTO THE ROUTEBURN CLASSIC AND AGREE TO THE CONDITIONS OF THIS WAIVER OF MY OWN FREE WILL AND DESIRE.

I HAVE READ THIS DOCUMENT AND I UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENTS.


Routeburn Classic PRIZES

Mens and womans place getters in each of our prize categories. Heaps of Spot Prizes. Watch this Space. Every entrant receives a medal and official certificate of completion.


Routeburn Classic Course Description

Divide to Lake Mackenzie - 13km (8.125 miles)
The start is 500m before the Divide, this has the effect of spreading the field before you reach the single track of the Divide. From here you climb a well-graded track to the turn off to Howden Hut. You then descend to Lake Howden Hut for a chance to replenish your water supplies, before gradually climbing through lush silver beech forest to the base of Earland Falls. You will look over the Hollyford Valley to the ice capped Darran Mountains before descending to the lodge at Lake Mackenzie where another drink station is positioned and compulsory gear check is carried out.

Lake MacKenzie to Routeburn Falls - 15km (9.4 miles)
You leave the ancient forest draped in moss and lichen, and enter the alpine world of daisies, buttercups, gentians and edelweiss. Here you have a full vista of the Darran Mountains across the Hollyford Valley, which slices through Fiordland to the distant Tasman Sea at Martins Bay. At the Harris Saddle (1277m), After running around Lake Harris you come into more intimate terms with the mountains towering above the upper basins of the Routeburn River as you descend to the Routeburn Falls hut.

YOU MUST REACH ROUTEBURN FALLS HUT (28km mostly up hill)
BEFORE THE 2.00PM CUT OFF TIME. (7hours from the start)
Those that do not meet this cut of time can return to the start either with the marshals or in their own time. A bus will meet you back to Te Anau.

Routeburn Falls to Routeburn Road - 10km (6.1 miles)
Enjoy the dramatic landscape around the Falls, before descending to the alpine pastures of the Routeburn Flats. The track shadows the river as it roars through a magnificent gorge before plunging beneath the unyielding rocks at the Sump. From here it is a gentle run through columns of red beech trees to a large swing bridge. It is then just 200meters to the Routeburn Shelter at the road end where the finish line is.