10 under 10 Challenge
Running the New Zealand 10 Great Walks in under 10 days
530km in under 10 days
A test of fitness, logistics, mental resilience to support the effort to conserve New Zealand biodiversity
From Ultra Races to New Zealand's Great Walks
A journey of Discovery and Challenge
After taking part in 50+ ultra races and missions that pushed my limits on trails around the world, I'm seeking something different - a challenge that connects me deeply to the landscape, not just conquers it. New Zealand's Great Walks are the perfect platform, and I'm answering with a bold mission: 10 epic trails in under in 10 days.
This isn't just another endurance feat. It's a pilgrimage through Aotearoa's most stunning ecosystems - from the volcanic drama of Tongariro to the rainforest mysteries of Heaphy, from the alpine grandeur of Routeburn to the coastal beauty of Abel Tasman. Each step is a celebration of a landscape that humbles and inspires.
But this journey goes beyond personal achievement. By partnering with the New Zealand Nature Fund, every kilometer I run becomes a direct contribution to preserving these incredible wilderness areas. My decades of ultra running have taught me that true adventure is about giving back, about creating lasting impact beyond the immediate challenge.
Ten days. Ten walks … or runs. One commitment to protecting the playground that has captured my heart and imagination.
Nature is quietly disappearing. Aotearoa New Zealand is at imminent risk of losing thousands of our native species, never to be seen again.
New Zealand Nature Fund raises funds for the effective protection and restoration of Aotearoa New Zealand’s biodiversity - at scale, in the wild, for generations to come
I’ll be equipped with a Garmin Inreach for safety purpose, this will also enable those who wish to follow the progress while I am on one of the Great Walks.
You can locate me on the map and also send messages directly onto the Satellite phone
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