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GENERAL ENTRY INFORMATION

Entries officially open on Friday the 1st of May 2026 at 9am NZ Time (UTC +12:00) and will close on the 30th September 2026 or, when the maximum number of competitors is reached; whichever comes first.

Race entries are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis. Once the maximum number of competitors is reached registration will close and no further entries will be accepted. Registration will only be confirmed on the basis outlined below.

Teams unable to commit to entry may register their interest for the event and receive the newsletters as they are released. Registering an interest does not mean an entry spot will become available at a later date. The organiser reserves the right to close entries early.

On 1st May 2026 at 9am, a button will appear on the Enter Now page which will facilitate entry to One NZ GODZONE.

SUPPORT CREWS

One NZ GODZONE Chapter 13 operates as a supported race, which means that each team is required to have their own support crew present throughout the event.

Role and Responsibilities of Support Crews

Support crews are essential to the functioning of the race, providing direct assistance to their teams within designated Transition Areas (TA). This support includes handling logistics, managing equipment, and supplying food and gear as required by the team. Within each TA, support crews are limited to a maximum of two people. However, teams may have up to six support crew members in total for the duration of the race, though only two may be present at any one time within the TA.

Transport and Equipment

Every support crew must be entirely self-sufficient, travelling around the course in an appropriate vehicle. This vehicle must be capable of transporting bikes and other necessary equipment for the team. Each support crew will be provided with a support crew handbook, a race book, and one set of printed maps to assist with navigation and logistics during the event.

Support Crew Arrangements for International Teams

For international teams, or for those unable to secure their own support crew, the race organisers can pre-arrange a support crew. This arrangement is handled on a case-by-case basis, with all details finalised before the start of the race and any associated costs to be covered by the team. In addition, the organisers are able to offer logistical advice and travel assistance to international teams travelling to New Zealand.

Teams requiring a pre-arranged support crew or travel assistance should contact the competitor liaison, Keren, at competitor@godzoneadventure.com.

ENTRY POLICY & PROCEDURE

To enter the event, one person per team (the ‘Team Administrator’) needs to complete the registration form on the Enter Now page. Teams do not need a complete team of four to enter. Entries will be processed once online registration is complete. However, registration will only be confirmed upon the receipt of either the deposit or the entire entry fee. Overseas teams should enter immediately but will receive a 7-day grace period to complete payment of any amount owing due to possible delays in international settlements. Please note: All teams will be notified as to whether they have been successful in entering the race on the 10th of May 2026. Any teams that are unsuccessful will have their payments refunded in full and will be moved to the Register an Interest list. Should a place become available at a later date, these teams may be notified and have the opportunity to enter at the early discount rate if the entire entry fee is paid within two months, and the standard entry fee if paid within four months.

Teams should follow the payment instructions on the Enter Now page carefully. Payments made from a New Zealand bank account should include their unique 4 digit reference code on all payments (created during entry process). Failure to do so may lead to a $50.00 NZD administration charge being added to the entry fee. Overseas teams making international payments may not have the option to include the unique 4 digit reference code on their payment and should therefore email a bank confirmation, or snapshot of their transfer details, to Keren at competitor@godzoneadventure.com.

The early entry discount ceases at 5pm NZ Time, Monday the 1st June 2026. To qualify for this discount the entire entry fee must be paid by this date. After this time the standard entry fee will apply regardless of the date the deposit was paid.

The standard entry fee must be paid in full by 5pm NZ Time, Thursday 31st August 2026. After this time the late entry fee will apply regardless of the date the deposit was paid.

The organisers reserve the right to change entry details, team limits and to cancel any entry. To complete your entry and for more information please Enter Now.

Teams have the option to pay entry fees via instalments in accordance with the payment option outlined below. The fees will be broken up into 4 equal payments and are broadly payable on a bi-monthly, or every 2-month, basis. The instalment option for entry fees must be taken up in May 2026 and will cease to be available after that date. To secure an entry spot, the deposit payment must be paid immediately. Entry instalment payments are to be made via bank transfer in the manner described above for other entry fees. A reminder email will be sent out before payments are due. Any team on the instalment plan may elect to pay their entire balance in full at any time. The Team Administrator should notify Keren if a full balance payment is planned.

All entry related questions should be directed to:

Contact: Keren McSkimming Bennetts
Email: competitor@godzoneadventure.com

Additional important entry information and pre-requisites for entering GODZONE can be found on the Enter Now page.

ENTRY FEES

FAILURE TO MAKE PAYMENT

All payments must be made by the specified due dates. Failure to make payment on time may result in the cancellation of your Entry without a refund and your Entry may be offered to another Competitor. The Organisers reserve the right to apply late fees or additional conditions at their discretion.

ENTER A TEAM

Please follow the instructions below to complete the entry process:

• Visit the Enter Now page
• Read the important information, pre-requisites of entry and cancellation & refund policy
• Fill out the form above with the required information, giving yourself a unique team name (that may be changed at a later date)
• Tick the check box to say you have read the important bits of information pertaining to entry
• Press the SEND button (open from the 1st May 2026)
• An email will be sent to the team administrator detailing a code, password and where they can edit team and personal information
• Keep a record of the unique 4 digit code (which should be used as the reference in all payments), login and password
• Make the entry fee payment using the details provided below
• General team and individual competitor information may be submitted with entry or at a later date. It may be changed any time up to two weeks before the events starts by using the above login and password

Making a Payment

To pay the deposit or balance of your entry fee follow the instructions below. Please note that we are unable to accept credit card payments:

• Teams must pay all entry fees by bank transfer using the details in the table below
• Teams must use their Unique 4 Digit Code as the bank reference. Failure to do so may lead to a $50.00 NZD administration charge being added to the entry fee
• Teams making international payments should email a bank confirmation or snapshot of their transfer details to Keren at competitor@godzoneadventure.com
• A tax receipt is available on request and will be emailed to the team administrator

COMPETITORS UNDER THE AGE OF 23

• Competitors who are aged 23 or under on the 31st March 2027 will be eligible for a $500.00 NZD discount on their portion of the entry fee
• Note: Competitors aged under 18 on May 1st 2026 need to contact the organiser prior to entering
• All discounts will be calculated and applied at the time of the final balance payment
• Proof of age will need to be emailed through to Keren at competitor@godzoneadventure.com
• All other conditions regarding payment dates and cancellations apply

OTHER ENTRY CONSIDERATIONS

What GODZONE Provides

• A high quality expedition length adventure racing course
• Logistical support for race equipment
• Kayaks and inflatable canoes if required on course
• Event safety personnel on site, including specialist water safety
• Live team tracking
• Race maps, route book and race passport
• Race bib
• Competitor pack

Teams Need To Provide

• Travel to and from Event HQ
• A support crew to assist the team through the duration of the event, together with an appropriate vehicle and ability to transport bikes and equipment
• Pre and post race accommodation (variety available from camping to hotel)
• All items on the Mandatory Gear List not specifically provided by the organisers
• Food and drink for the event
• We highly recommend that you take out some form of insurance to cover your equipment during the event. The organisers will take no responsibility for any damaged or lost equipment during the event, regardless of fault or cause

CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS

Teams may cancel their entry at any stage prior to the Event. Cancellation must be communicated in writing and emailed to Keren at competitor@godzoneadventure.com.

Teams may with the written consent of the organiser transfer or sell their current entry for Chapter 13 – Aoraki Mt Cook to another Team if available. This will be a transaction between the teams and the event organiser will not, in general, facilitate putting teams in touch with each other. The Team Administrator must notify Keren at competitor@godzoneadventure.com if an entry has been transferred or sold.

If any competitor or team is deemed not competent enough to undertake the event whilst participating, the whole team will be disqualified, and NO refund will be given. Details of expected competencies are be promulgated on this web site and in the Newsletters. However, it is a pre-requisite of entry that every competitor and team enters the event having completed their own due diligence as to the nature of the event and the competencies required to complete the same.