BCR “of the Year” Polls
BCR “of the Year” Polls- we are giving you folks the chance to recognise and acknowledge the people and events that have stood out for you during 2013. We will close the polls this time in a week-…
Choosing the right Pack/Hydration Solution
Picking the right pack/vest/hydration system is a very personal choice- similar to picking out ripe avocados, or shoes (thankfully there are not quite as many choices). More and more the question/comment “ I’m looking at…
The Labyrinth – A Run Around Ruapehu. By Martin Cox.
Almost a year ago we published THIS STORY by British mountain runner Martin Cox. That was an “unfinished” piece of writing, and today we are stoked to present the finished story, un-edited, in its entirety, as “ it…
In the High Country- Wellingtion Screening
Backcountry Runner is very excited to present a screening of “In the High Country” in Wellington on Monday 21st October. “In the High Country will be a new kind of mountain/ running film featuring Anton Krupicka….
“In the High Country” Tauranga Screening
Backcountry Runner is very excited to present a screening of “In the High Country” in Tauranga on Thursday 17th October. “In the High Country will be a new kind of mountain/ running film featuring Anton…
Blackmores XTERRA Trail Challenge Waihi
The Blackmores XTERRA Trail Challenge Waihi is fast approaching again. Set in the Karangahake Gorge and Kaimai Ranges, the event has 7.3, 13, 19, 42.2 and 60km options and come Saturday the 19th October the…
Shotover Moonlight Mountain Marathon Training Camp
If the idea of leisurely trail running weekend on the private Ben Lomond Station in Queenstown sounds like fun – read on! A two day / one night marathon training camp staying at the…
“In the High Country” Dunedin Screening
Backcountry Runner is very excited to present a screening of “In the High Country” in the Southern City and trail running hot spot, Dunedin. “In the High Country will be a new kind of…
“In the High Country”- New Zealand Premier
Backcountry Runner is very excited to present the New Zealand Premier of “In the High Country”. “In the High Country will be a new kind of mountain/ running film featuring Anton Krupicka. Filmed and Produced…
Coming at you in April
While much of the NZ summer focus and effort is on events in March like the Tarwera and Northburn, not every one is into the long stuff and April has some real highlights on the…
December 3, 2014
Marty — Go the Dark Horse !!
October 9, 2014
Mouth of the South — Don't worry, I did my research ;-)
October 9, 2014
David — So Josh ran a 6.19 50 miler last weekend with a few hills and plenty of water on the track....
October 9, 2014
Josh — A dead bird told me Matt Battley was planning on coming back for the 19k. Also Jono Jackson let...
