Special Feature News

The Beast is Back!

3rd August 2021 by Di

Striders have a team – come and join us – run, walk or crawl!

Saturday 28 August 2021

The Fullers Great Sights Bay of Islands Beast is an off-road, cross country event that is hosted by Sport Northland Events and is right here in Paihia.

This event offers one distance of 7km. The course encompasses some steep hills, uneven terrain, mud and a whole lot of fun.

See Sport Northland website for more details https://www.thebeast.co.nz/

Striders have a team – its all about the fun (and fancy dress)

Are you in?

Drop me an email at info@striders.co.nz and I can give you details on how to join our team. Any suggestions for a fancy dress theme are welcome!

Some pics from previous years

New Year Goals

10th February 2021 by Di

Thinking of New Year Goals?

Tentatively 25th September 2021 is the Blue Lake Challenge https://www.bluelake24hr.com. As many 5.5km laps as you want to do in 24hours, so something for everyone (some people only run one lap). Al is really keen for the club to go to this event, so Al’s challenge to you is (a) put this in your diary, and (b) set yourself a personal goal for this event (be it 5.5km or 160km). You don’t have to tell anyone your distance, it doesn’t cost anything to enter, and it will be great fun supporting each other. Let Al know if you are interested and we will try to secure a spot to put up a club gazebo as our aid station for each lap. Rotorua has lots of other things to do to make it a fun weekend for everyone.

Kai Iwi Triathlon, March 20th… https://www.sportnorthlandevents.co.nz/copy-of-kaitaia-run-walk One of Striders‘ favourite events for all abilities. We’ll set up a ‘base camp’ at Kai Iwi for the Saturday event where people can base from before and after the event. We’ll look to have a shared lunch once the last Striders member is in so if that sounds like a bit of you then bring a plate.

There’s a lot of training going on at the moment with these events in mind so if anyone wants to jump in, there’s regular swimming, cycling and running, and combinations of all, going on most days. Just get hold of me (Bill Miles 021 952 406) if you want to join in.

Covid Level 1 Information

12th August 2020 by Di

The clubroom is open at Level 1. Please sign-in with the NZ Covid Tracer App, or sign the book.

Keep 1 metre apart
Clean all equipment and surfaces before and after use
Stay home if you feel unwell

Running, cycling, walking groups are continuing as usual!

KERIKERI HALF MARATHON 2020

1st August 2020 by Di

Saturday 21st November 2020

It’s that time of year again – count down to when the Kerikeri Half Marathon hits town! That means if you are a beginner or improver this is the perfect opportunity to get those trainers on. The Kerikeri Half is mainly downhill so a Personal Best is always on the cards.

Join us on Saturday mornings 8.00, Stone Store basin car park – Landing Road side for a 5k or 8k run or walk along the Falls track. We are a friendly bunch of runners of all abilities, from walkers to ultra-runners. There is always someone to help you along or give you a bit of competition.

Northland Waste Kerikeri Half Marathon

The Northland Waste Kerikeri Half Marathon is on Saturday, 21 November 2020 and is an iconic feature on the Northland events calendar. Starting in Okaihau the 21.1km course makes its way through a rolling country side to finish in the centre of town at the Kerikeri Domain.

Stick around for the Kerikeri Street Party where you can sample wonderful food, wine and many other local specialties or just dance the evening away

There are many training plans on line, this one is good for beginners

https://www.mentalhealth.org.nz/assets/Auckland-Marathon/Half-marathon-beginner-training-guide.pdf

Important News

11th June 2020 by Di

The Clubroom is now open again!

Please ensure that you follow the usual clubroom hygiene routines; wiping down equipment before and after use. Thank you for your patience – let’s get back to enjoying the great facilities.