Kea Series - Season 2
Kicks off in Whakatane 15 November 

What is the Kea Series?

•  A national series of 9 mountain and trail running races taking place around New Zealand.
• Athletes pick at least 3 races to score points from and receive series entry discounts, as well as a support with promotion, catering to both an elite level and trying to grow the grassroots.

What are the pillars of the Kea Series?
​1. Develop and Support Athletes
Improve support, opportunities and development pathways for mountain and trail running athletes in New Zealand.
2. Promote Events & Destinations
Work with event organisers to promote their events and showcase iconic New Zealand destinations and landscapes.
​3. Support the Community
Connect and support New Zealand’s mountain and trail running community by bringing people together, promoting their achievements and providing benefits to loyal competitors through the like of event discounts and product support.

Register/Details Here

What are the races on the 2026/27 Series?
Toi's Challenge - Whakatane Sunday 15th November 2026
Kinisi Rise and Shine Treble Cone - Wanaka Saturday 16th of January 2027
The Goat - Ohakune Saturday 23rd January 2027
Xterra Wellington (incl NZ Short Trail Champs) - Saturday 27th February 2027
Motatapu Miner's Trail - Arrowtown Saturday 6th March 2027
Three Peaks - Dunedin Sunday 14th March 2027
Mauao King and Queen of The Mountain - Mount Maunganui Saturday 24th April
New Zealand Mountain Running Champs - Nelson - Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th May