ARWS
OCEANIA

The Adventure Racing World Series and Tri Adventure and are proud and excited to announce the first ever ARWS all-female adventure race!

"The stories are legendary – with the first event in 2005, Hells Bells 24hr Adventure Race has a proud history in Australia as one of the country’s longest running adventure races.

Based on Queensland’s beautiful Sunshine Coast, competitors travel from all over Australia and overseas. It is a tough event and the highlight of many competitors calendars.

"Mountain Designs GeoQuest 48hr Adventure Race is the ultimate test of your physical and mental limits. There is no question, the race is tough and it is real adventure.

Your body will be totally exhausted, your brain will be begging you to stop and you’ll have had little or no sleep for 48 hours. Then if you are one of the lucky teams, you will crawl across the finish line. This is certainly not your average weekend!

"This August, set against the rugged beauty of Lake Macquarie, New South Wales, the X-Marathon 2025 invites teams to push their limits, forge deep connections, and journey through some of Australia’s most scenic landscapes.

Inspired by Legends
Race directors Serge and Maria, veterans of the global adventure racing scene, have drawn from their experiences in events like Eco-Challenge, Patagonia Expedition Race, ARWS events and Coast to Coast to shape X-Marathon. Each year, they bring elements from these iconic races into the X-Marathon, delivering an event that challenges, inspires, and unites participants. The result is a thrilling adventure race that is as mentally demanding as it is physically, offering a complete experience for adventurers of all levels.

A Decade of Adventure
Now a cornerstone in the adventure racing calendar, the X-Marathon has evolved from humble beginnings into a premier event, attracting elite teams from Australia and New Zealand. Whether for the thrill of competition or the chance to connect deeply with nature, the X-Marathon has been a stage where racers can test their boundaries, savor the journey, and create unforgettable memories.

Embracing Exploration
The X-Marathon is about far more than competition—it’s an invitation to explore and embrace the unknown. Racers traverse wild, remote landscapes around Lake Macquarie, navigating rugged terrain, dense forests, and untamed waterways. These natural challenges make each moment one of discovery, pushing racers to rely on their skills, teamwork, and endurance to conquer the course and unlock hidden gems along the way.

Courses for Every Adventurer
The X-Marathon offers three courses, each tailored to different skill levels. For beginners, the Mini 4-hour course is a perfect introduction to the adventure racing world. The Half 12-hour course is a more challenging test of endurance, while the Full 24-hour course demands everything from racers, promising an all-encompassing adventure. The ultimate prize for the Full course champions? A coveted entry to the 2025 ARWS World Championship in Canada, where winners will represent X-Marathon on a global stage.

Are You Ready to Join?
As the X-Marathon enters its second decade, it stands as a testament to adventure, innovation, and resilience. Rally your team, prepare for an unforgettable journey, and join us at Lake Macquarie for an experience that will leave you feeling alive, inspired, and ready to conquer the wild. The adventure awaits—are you ready?"

"Calling Head Honchos, the Top Brass, Big Cheeses, Top Bananas and all Big Kahunas – there’s only one adventure race that matters this year:

The Top Dog 24.

The Top Dog Full Course is a classic non-stop 24hr adventure race involving trekking, mountain biking, kayaking and other adventure disciplines. Teams of two or four must navigate their way unsupported through an epic 120+km course that is only revealed to them hours before the race.

Total Recon is organised by Murraylands Multisports (MMI) with Morgan Coull as the Race Director and will be this year's ARWS Oceania Championship event.

"On 27 December 1803 Convict William Buckley escaped into the Otways. Many said he no chance of surviving – it became known as Buckley’s Chance. He emerged 32 years later.

"Welcome to the Spirited Women – All Women’s Adventure Race, where women team up, train and have an absolute blast of an adventure together, side by side all the way.

Teams of four women choose from a short, medium or long-course adventure. Travelling together in a team, they must navigate around a secret course by foot, mountain bike, and kayak, completing a few surprise mystery activities along the way. Stable tandem sit-on kayaks are provided for all teams, and all levels of fitness and experience are welcome.

The MAGNIficent offers an adrenaline-pumping, eye popping expedition adventure race in the incredible scenery of New Zealand's South Island.  The race is presented by the FEAR (Fiordland Expedition & Adventure Racing) Society in conjunction with Bend Racing with twin brothers Andy and Jason Magnes as Race Directors.