Canterbury Duathlon Series Race 1 -

Rhodes Park Reserve provides a straightforward, functional setting for the first Canterbury Duathlon Series race. It features parkland, playing fields, and the Halswell River walkway, avoiding a large-event atmosphere. This is a low-key winter race using a run-bike-run format on flat terrain with little traffic, making it suitable for beginners, walkers on the short course, new duathletes, and those seeking a simple workout without complication. The initial run/walk follows the reserve and extends along the river walkway before returning, incorporating a mix of surfaces including grass and paved paths. The bike leg is an out-and-back section, completed once for the short course and twice for the long course, followed by a final run that loops back through the fields. Expect a diverse group of participants: families, people of all ages and genders, varying in size and speed. The course layout is straightforward for spectators to observe.