The G. J. Gardner. Homes
Rodney Coast Challenge
Woodhill Forest to Wenderholm
15th November 2026
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It's our 28th Anniversary this year and we'd love you to come and celebrate with us on 15th November 2026
It's our 28th Anniversary this year and we'd love you to come and celebrate with us on 15th November 2026
We are delighted to welcome G.J Gardner Rodney East/Mangawhai to our principal sponsor position. Ross & Elaine Morley along with Ryan Thomas and Brad King have been supporting and competing in the event for many years, welcome aboard!
The Rodney Coast Challenge traverses the Rodney District from East to West and can be completed either individually or as a team of 2,3 or 4.
10km Forest Run through Woodhill Forest
30km Road Cycle through Helensville & Kaukapakapa
25km Gravel/Mountain Bike from Makarau to Puhoi
8km paddle from Puhoi to Wenderholm (kayak, waka, paddleboard)
300m run to the finish at Wenderholm Regional Park
Entries will open in June
Sponsors
Sponsors
This event would not happen without the support of our fantastic Sponsors:
Principal Sponsor:
Principal Sponsor:
G.J Gardner Rodney East/Mangawhai have taken on the principal sponsor role and we are excited to have them on board. A team of locals who have been operating in the Rodney area since 1997 they have supported the Rodney Coast Challenge for many years. With trusted experience and a great team behind them, Ross, Elaine and the crew will be there with you on race day. Reach out to Ryan Thomas - Ryan.Thomas@gjgardner.co.nz and make sure you mention the Rodney Coast Challenge.
Major Sponsors
Major Sponsors
After 26 years as principal sponsor, Rob Howarth has stepped back but is still heavily involved. After 10 years working with Futurproof Life Rob has gone out on his own and Ironclad Life is his new company. If you want free, independant advice on your Life & Health Insurances then you can contact Rob at rob@ironcladlife.co.nz or 021925489. You will still see Rob at the finish line on the mic and we couldn't run this event without his passion and energy for multisport.
Minor & Service Sponsors
Minor & Service Sponsors
Many thanks to the following companies for their support:
The Rodney Coast Challenge is a great multisport event for individuals, teams and for experienced athletes and novices alike. With four short stages the race will take between 3 and 6 hours, to find out the best way to manage this event read up on Rob’s Tips to get you going.
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