News
What a Day! Thank you!!
What an incredible day! We loved seeing thousands of ultra-keen bikers, runners and walkers taking to the hills of Wānaka and Arrowtown.
Defending Champions Top 2024 Motatapu Podiums
There were some epic battles for podium spots, while for others the day was about ticking off a bucket list achievement!
Read our full press release here.
Final Race Information!
The day is nearly here!
Check out your final pre-event athlete newsletter for 2024!
Bonus Entry Week!
We are extending the entry deadline to Thursday 29th Feb at 11:59pm! This is for every event except the Ultra run. If you are on the fence, there is still time to join us for a wonderful day at the 2024 Motatapu on 2nd March!
RACE INFORMATION
Make sure you know all of the important information needed to make it an epic day out on the course!
Check out your athlete newsletter here to view.
Jo’s epic mission!
We work very closely with Jo Booker and the team at Soho Property which manages the beautiful high country stations we are very lucky to race through; so when she told us she was raising money for the Southern Lakes Sanctuary by walking 100km a week for the entire of 2024, we thought it was amazing!
Mayumi’s Motatapu Legacy
Mayumi Saunders reflects on her annual tradition as a Motatapu volunteer, with unexpected turns, family camaraderie, and a commitment to community service.
Design the medal comp
Calling all young artists! We are on the lookout for a talented artist to design this year’s Jennian Homes Junior Trail run medal.
2023 Wrap Up!
What an incredible day! Thank you for joining us across all events, we loved it too!
New 56km Coronet Loop MTB Course for 2023
The Macpac Motatapu are incredibly excited and grateful to be announcing a brand new backcountry mountain bike race for the 2023 event
Jennian Homes Junior Trail Run is back!
Macpac Motatapu are thrilled to announce our newest event, the Jennian Homes Junior Trail Run to the lineup on 4th March 2023! Jennian Homes Junior Trail Run – 4km is open to children between 7 – 15 years old and will have a limited entry of 150, so we advise to sign up quick.