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Flour Pawsey on the descent to Field Hut and the shelter of the bush line. Photo: Fraser Crichton
The Tararua Mountain Race is considered by mountain runners as one of New Zealand’s hardest trail runs. The event goes from Kaitoke to Otaki Forks across the inhospitable tops of the Southern Crossing. It’s 35km long and ascends 2500m. It has a special place in the hearts of world-class runners like Dan Clendon, Fleur Pawsey […]
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