Challenge Wanaka expecting up to 3000 triathletes in FebruaryMarjorie Cook Challenge Wanaka race director Bill Roxburgh. The main race day is February 17, when Wanaka hosts a new professional race, the 113km Challenge Wanaka Half (1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21km run). Phil Walter/Getty Images 2017 Challenge Wanaka winner Dougal Allan sprays Mike Phillips, of Christchurch, with champagne. Phil Walter/Getty Images Emma Bilham of Switzerland competes in the 2017 Challenge Wanaka. Neil Kerr Challenge Wanaka winner Yvonne van Vlerken, right, with Laura Siddall at the finish of the 2017 Challenge Wanaka.

Source: Stuff December 20, 2017 20:48 UTC