We are honoured to bring the 2025 XTERRA Asia-Pacific Championship to the breathtaking southwest coast of Australia. The stunning Geographe Bay, the challenging trails of Meelup Regional Park, and the vibrant Dunsborough community provide the perfect backdrop for this incredible weekend of off-road triathlon and trail running.
This year marks an exciting new chapter for the championship as we transition to this remarkable location. Working alongside Rapid Ascent, a fantastic partner dedicated to delivering exceptional events, we are thrilled to create a world-class experience for both local and international athletes. Together, we aim to celebrate the true spirit of XTERRA by combining spirited competition with camaraderie and connection.
To every athlete joining us, we warmly welcome you to this unforgettable event. Whether you’re here to chase championship titles, challenge yourself on the trails, or simply enjoy the community atmosphere, we are excited to have you with us. May you push your limits, soak in the natural beauty, and leave with memories that will last a lifetime.
Welcome to Dunsborough, and best of luck to all competitors!
J-D Cousens
VP Operations & Marketing
A warm welcome to all athletes competing in the XTERRA Asia-Pacific Championship 2025!
Two years have passed since XTERRA's return to Australia, and the anticipation for this moment has been building ever since. The potential of this location, coupled with the incredible local support, has fueled our dream of hosting a Regional Championship. Today, that dream becomes a reality!
Year after year, we've grown, and we're glad to finally welcome you to one of the premier XTERRA events on the calendar. The support from the local community has been nothing short of phenomenal, creating an atmosphere we know you'll cherish. We're honored to host this championship event, showcasing the very best in off-road triathlon and trail running.
This year is particularly special. Not only are we a Regional Championship, but we're also the first stop on the XTERRA World Cup, bringing together the cream of the crop in elite racing. We're also incredibly excited to celebrate the future of the sport, with the inaugural Youth Regional Championship, offering qualifying spots for the Youth World Championship and shaping the future of our sport.
This is more than just a race; it's the beginning of something truly special. We believe this event will shape the landscape of off-road triathlon in Australia for years to come. Thank you for being a part of this historic occasion. We wish you all the best of luck!
Landry Benoit
APAC Technical Director
On behalf of the City of Busselton, I welcome you to this year’s XTERRA Asia-Pacific Championships, the biggest off-road triathlon and trail running event in Asia. This prestigious event marks a significant milestone as the first World Cup race on the XTERRA circuit for 2025.
The City is proud to continue its support of this event which provides opportunity to showcase our beautiful region both nationally and internationally. Dunsborough’s Meelup Regional Park is an area of outstanding beauty with exceptional landscape appeal including stunning beaches, rugged granite outcrops and headlands, rocky outcrops and natural bushland with high biodiversity values.
Whether participating as an individual or in a team, the course will not disappoint. XTERRA continues to deliver something for all ages and abilities, which makes it uniquely special.
Busselton, Dunsborough and Yallingup are friendly, bustling towns offering great shopping, relaxed dining and fantastic entertainment. I encourage you to explore and discover a wide range of accommodation, fine wine and craft beer, quality produce, cultural experiences, fascinating history, inspired art, world-class attractions, old timber forests and much more.
Congratulations to XTERRA and all involved. All the very best to those participating. I hope you have a fantastic race day.
Mayor Phill Cronin
City of Busselton
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RACE HQ – THE DUNSBOROUGH COUNTRY CLUB
The friendly folks at the Dunsborough and Districts Country Club welcome the XTERRA event with open arms and are our hosts for the weekend.
How to Get there
Address: 40 Gifford Rd, Dunsborough.
The event centre will be located on the 18th Fairway on the Dunsborough Country Club
Race Administration, Expo Area and Finish Line
The event centre - incorporating the event expo, race registration, and finish line will be on the 18th Fairway on the Country Club’s golf course, located approximately 100m from the Country Club buildings. The T2 bike > run transition is immediately adjacent to the event centre.
Event Bar – Earn your Kolsh!
Eagle Bay Brewery, in conjunction with the Dunsborough Country Club, will be operating a bar in the expo area between 11:00 and 17:00 on Saturday and 11:00 and 13:00 on Sunday. This will be the perfect place to celebrate your accomplishments while supporting two local institutions.
The Running Centre and Brooks Expo Stand
The Running Centre will have an extensive pop-up shop set up in the event expo area with a range of Brooks shoes to try and buy, a range of triathlon accessories, sports hydration and nutrition products and more. Make sure you drop past and say g’day to Sam and the TRC team and purchase what you need.
Massages available every day
Jack from Body Braille Wellness will be joining us for the event to provide massages on a user pays basis. She will be set up in the event expo area on Friday afternoon through until Sunday afternoon. Massages will be charged 10mins for $15 and she’ll treat walk-ups and take pre-bookings for following days. She’ll also be selling a range of pre and post workout balms and lotions.
ZAP Fitness
The energetic crew from the ZAP FitnessGym in Busselton will be set up throughout the event and can explain more about their gym, classes and session they offer. They’ll also have a fun activation to try out with one participant winning a gym membership!.
The Bike Shed Expo Stand - Servicing & Support
Dunsborough’s local bike shop ‘The BikeShed’ will be available to provide support and any last-minute bike related items. Graham will be around the event at times or can be found at his shop at 1/10 Clark St, Dunsborough or contact him via (08) 9759 1495 or via Facebook if you need assistance with your bike.
Event Expo Area Entertainment
There will be an extensive range of food stands set up in the event expo area including: Colorado Coffee, Petit BlueCafe, The Melt Method, Ice Queen, Raw Juice, and the Hungry Brown Cow. With DJ beats all weekend, the place will be pumping!
Event Parking
A considerable amount of event parking will be located on the fairways of the Country Club. Access off Chapman Road
This is the Race Expo map.
Although Dunsborough is a very nice place to live and visit, we are not immune to crime and theft, and in the past bikes have been stolen over the event weekend. We encourage you to protect the safety of your bikes and belongings by not leaving them un-secured either on the back of vehicles or at your accommodation. Please also be sensible with belongings left in vehicles by moving them out of view (or taking them with you). Take care and we’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay!
For a smoother check-in process, please provide any of the following for identification:
• confirmation email from XTERRA
• any form of identification (copies/photos are acceptable)
XTERRA Full Distance (Long course)
• Friday 15:00 - 19:00
• Saturday 06:30 - 07:00 (pre-arranged only)
NOTE: Full Distance Age Group starts at 08:00
XTERRA Sprint Distance (Short course)
• Friday 15:00 - 19:00
• Saturday 06:30 - 10:00
NOTE: Sprint Race starts at 11:10
XTERRA Youth A Super Sprint & Kids
• Friday 15:00 - 19:00
• Saturday 12:00 - 14:50
NOTE: Super Sprint & Kids Race starts at 15:10
XTERRA Groms
• Friday 15:00 - 19:00
• Saturday 12:00 - 16:45
NOTE: Groms race starts at 17:00
Trail Run (10K, Trail Half Marathon, Trail Marathon)
• Friday 15:00 - 19:00
• Saturday 11:00 - 18:00
• Sunday: 06:30 - 08:30
NOTE: Start times for 42K, 21K, and 10K are 07:30, 08:30, and 08:45)
Individual competitors in the Full Distance (Long), Sprint Distance (Short), and Super Sprint (Kids) races will include:
● 1 x Swimming cap. Athletes must wear the swim cap provided during the swim leg. The colour of the cap will match the category and event you are racing in, as follows:
○ Full Distance Elite Male - Blue
○ Full Distance Elite Female - Purple
○ Full Distance AG Individual - Red
○ Sprint Distance Individual - Yellow
○ Super Sprint/Kids - Pink
● 1 Number Bib. This is your identifier during the run leg and must be worn for the duration of the run. We recommend attaching it to an elastic race belt and putting it on immediately after the swim. The number must face forward at all times.
● 1 Timing Chip. Place it around your ankle for the duration of the race and then hand it back at the finish line. NOTE: Timing bands must be returned after racing. Failure to return the timing chip will result in a fee to you of $100.
● 1 Bike Plate. Please attach this to your handlebars using the zip ties provided. The number plate cannot be tampered with or adjusted in any way.
● 1 wristband (Full Distance only). This allows entry to transition areas and serves as the award Dinner ticket. NOTE: If you have guests that you want to invite to the Awards Dinner, please purchase additional tickets by going to MyEvents > Add Purchases
● Mesh Bag + XTERRA Towel. This serves as the race souvenir for the triathlon athletes (Full Distance, Sprint Distance, Super Sprint, Kids)
● XTERRA tattoo (Full Distance and Sprint). Please place the number tattoo on both arms, and the Division category tattoo on your left calf.
The race kits for all team members will be together in one race pack under your team captain's name. One member of the team can collect the race kit on behalf of the whole team.
The Team Relay race packs for Full Distance (Long), Sprint (Short), and Super Sprint (Kids) triathlon races will include:
● 1 x Swimming cap. All designated swimmers must wear the swim cap provided during the swim leg. Please take note of the correct swim cap color in the chart below
● 1 Number Bib. This is your identifier during the run leg and must be worn for the duration of the run. We recommend attaching it to an elastic race belt and putting it on immediately after the swim. The number must face forward at all times.
● 1 Timing Chip. The designated swimmer will wear this first. The timing chip is your relay baton and must go from teammate to teammate. Place it around your ankle for the duration of the race and then hand it back at the finish line. NOTE: Timing bands must be returned after racing. Failure to return the timing chip will result in a fee to you of $100.
● 2-3 wristbands. One wristband for each participant. This allows entry to transition areas and serves as the Awards Dinner ticket (Full Distance teams only).
● Mesh Bag + XTERRA Towel. This serves as the race souvenir for the triathlon athletes (Full Distance, Sprint Distance, Super Sprint, Kids)
● XTERRA tattoo. Please place the number tattoo on both arms, and the Division category tattoo on your left calf.
The race packs for the Groms will include:
● 1 Number Bib. This is your identifier during the run leg and must be worn for the duration of the run. We recommend attaching it to your shirt. The number must face forward at all times.
● 1 Bike Plate. Please attach this to your handlebars using the zip ties provided. The number plate cannot be tampered with or adjusted in any way.
● Mesh Bag + XTERRA Cap. This serves as your race souvenir for all Groms athletes.
The race packs for Trail Marathon, Trail Half Marathon, and 10K Trail Runs will include :
● 1 Run number bib. This is your identifier during the trail runs and must be worn for the duration of the run. We recommend attaching it to the front of your shirt with the safety pins provided. The number must face forward at all times. The timing chip will be attached to the back of your bib.
● Mesh Bag + XTERRA Cap - This serves as the race souvenir for all Trail runners.
Please be mindful of others when placing your equipment in the transition areas. For security of your equipment, ONLY athletes are allowed inside the transition so make sure you have your wristband and race bib with you when entering the transition area. Supporters need to wait outside. Please leave valuables at home or with your supporters. Do not leave them in transition.
The following requirements apply to all transition areas (TA) and constitute part of the event rules:
For Teams: Only the teammate in the immediate next leg is permitted to wait inside the TA – other teammates and support crews must wait outside the fenced-off enclosure. Do not crowd around the entry to the TA, but leave space for other competitors. Exchange the timing chip next to your equipment. These points will be strictly enforced.
For Teams and Individuals: No external support may be provided inside the fenced-off TA (or out on the course).
Bike Collection: Bikes may only be collected from the TA upon presentation of the matching ‘bike collection tag’ that was attached to the bike number plate, or running bib number. (Remember to remove the bike collection tag before placing your bike in the TA)
Transition 1 (T1): Old Dunsborough Boat Ramp Car Park. Swim > MTB
Full Distance: MTB gear may be dropped off after 06:30 (06:00 for elites) on Saturday, and swim gear must be picked up before 12:30.
Sprint Distance: MTB gear may be dropped off after 09:00 on Saturday, and swim gear must be picked up before 15:00.
Youth A Super Sprint & Kids: MTB gear may be dropped off after 12:30 on Saturday, and swim gear must be picked up before 17:30.
Transition2 (T2): Dunsborough Country Club - 18th Fairway. MTB > Run
Full Distance: Run gear may be dropped off after 06:30 (06:00 for elites) on Saturday, and MTB gear must be picked up before 12:30.
Sprint Distance: Run gear may be dropped off after 09:00 on Saturday, and MTB gear must be picked up before 15:00.
Youth A Super Sprint & Kids: Run gear may be dropped off after 12:30 on Saturday, and MTB gear must be picked up before 17:30.
Groms: MTB gear can be dropped off after 16:00 on Saturday, and run gear must be picked up before 17:30.
The XTERRA Asia-Pacific Championship will be held rain or shine and will only be postponed in extreme circumstances. If weather conditions may potentially cause any amendments to the format and distance of the event or the postponement or cancellation of the event, race organizers will communicate in the days prior to the event via email, and on the website to race participants. If a decision is to be made on the day of the event, announcements will be made at the Race Village.
The final water temperature reading and determination of wetsuit use will take place on Friday morning. XTERRA follows the Swimming Conduct rules for Wetsuit use established by AusTriathlon. You can check the complete details in this handbook.
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Start Location:
At the Old Dunsborough Boat Ramp, at the end of Finlayson St.
Course Marking
The course will be marked as follows:
● Blue arrows and tape for the Bike leg
● Red arrows and pink surveyors’ tape for the Run leg
Start times:
07:00 Elite Men
07:03 Elite Women
08:00 Full Distance AG (Individual & Relay) - mass start
Transition Areas:
MTBs and run gear may be dropped off after 06:30 on Saturday, and all gear must be picked up before 12:30.
Swim
Distance: 1.5K (750m lap x2)
Swim cut off = Start time + 50mins
The swim leg commences in shoulder-deep water, between the end of the jetty and a small buoy. Swimmers complete two 750m loops in a clockwise direction, keeping all buoys on their right with a series of right-hand turns. Once you have completed two laps, swimmers must exit the water by coming up the boat ramp and entering T1 in the car park.
Be aware of the buoys marking the course as indicated on the map – it is up to you to make sure you know where to go.
Transition 1 (T1)
Old Dunsborough Boat Ramp Car Park. Swim > MTB
● The TA will be divided into individual and team zones (not specific numbered locations). Individuals must pre-place their bikes in the designated area. Leave your wetsuit/swim gear in the same area after changing.
● Team riders must wait for their team swimmer beside your bike and hand over the timing chip here.
Mountain Bike
Distance: 30.2K
Elevation: ⬆600m⬇520m
Cut-Off Time:
MTB cut off after 1 lap = Start time + 2h
MTB cut off at end of MTB = Start time + 3h 10min
Riders must complete 2 laps of the bike course: Riders exit the TA and proceed along Bay View Cres and then Hurford St. (keeping right of the witches' hats) before turning into the single track at the 0.6km point. At the 1.4km point, riders turn right to commence a 14km single track loop along the Golf Course and Brown Street single tracks. Ride one complete loop, coming past T2 and the expo area, and then ride a second complete loop on the same course. Finish the second loop and finish the bike leg by riding into the T2.
● There is one water point on the MTB course - located at the start of the 2nd loop just past T2 at the 15km point. Elite athletes (only) can pre-place hydration/nutrition here; all other athletes can access the hydration/nutrition provided, which will include Skratch nutrition products and cut bananas.
● Competitors cannot receive any external support anywhere on the course.
● Riders must remain alert and watch out for course markings at all times as it is a very twisty course and it is easy to get onto the wrong section of the track if you do not pay attention and follow the course markings ahead of you.
● The course is quite technical and includes a lot of loose pea gravel, rocks, obstacles, and logs. There are separate A and B lines, with the A line being more technical and the B line generally being slower but easier.
● Slow riders must give way to faster riders by making space for them to pass. Faster riders MUST NOT just barge their way past a slower rider but alert them that you are there and then wait until called past.
Transition 2 (T2):
Dunsborough Country Club – 18th Fairway. MTB > Run
● The Transition Area will be divided into separate individual and team zones (not specific numbered locations). Individuals must pre-place their running gear in the designated area. Riders must park their MTB at this same spot at the end of the bike leg.
● Team runners must wait for their team rider in the designated teams area and transfer the timing chip there. DO NOT crowd around the entry to the TA. Team riders are encouraged to take their bikes out of the TA once they’ve transferred the timing chip.
Trail Run
Distance: 10K (5K lap x2)
Elevation: ⬆170m⬇170m
Cut-Off Time: Run cut off after 1 lap = Start time + 4h
Runners must complete two laps of the run course: Exit T2 and follow the red course markings through the golf course area and along a range of twisting single tracks to join the coastal path at the 2.8km point, turn right off the coastal path and on to the beach for a short sand/rock hop section then climb uphill and away from the coast, running down the dual slalom tracks and past T2 to complete one lap. Repeat the exact same course to complete a second lap, and then run through the arch to finish. Well done!
● There is one water point on the run course, located at the start of the 2nd loop just past T2 at the 5km point. Elite athletes (only) can pre-place hydration/nutrition here; all other athletes can access the hydration/nutrition provided, which will include Skratch nutrition products and cut bananas.
● Competitors cannot receive any external support anywhere on the course.
● Runners must remain alert and watch out for course markings at all times as it is a very twisty course, and it is easy to get onto the wrong section of the track if you do not pay attention and follow the course markings ahead of you. The run course is not closed to the public, and you may encounter other trail users
Start Location:
At the Old Dunsborough Boat Ramp, at the end of Finlayson St.
Course Marking
The course will be marked as follows:
● Blue arrows and tape for the Bike leg
● Red arrows and pink surveyors’ tape for the Run leg
Transition areas: MTBs and run gear may be dropped off after 09:00 on Saturday and all gear must be picked up before 15:00
Swim
Distance: 750m
Start Time:
11:10 Short Course - Individuals and Relay Teams - COMPETITIVE RACER START
11:13 Short Course - Individuals and Relay Teams - RECREATIONAL START
Cut-Off Time:
NOTE: We will commence with two wave starts with athletes voluntarily allocating themselves to either the ‘racers’ wave starting at 11:10 or the ‘recreational’ wave starting at 11:13. This is to help people feel comfortable with the mass start and choose a start that suits their ability and confidence. Your race time commences when your wave starts, so the wave start you choose will not influence your overall placing or time.
Each wave start will commence in shoulder-deep water, between the end of the jetty and a small buoy. Once under way, swimmers complete a single 750 m loop in a clockwise direction, keeping all buoys on their right with a series of right-hand turns. Exit the water at the end of the loop by coming up the boat ramp and enter T1 in the car park.
● Swimmers should spread out along the entire start line with plenty of space, all positions on the start line will be equal.
● Be aware of the buoys marking the course as indicated on the map – it is up to you to make sure you know where to go.
Transition 1 (T1)
Old Dunsborough Boat Ramp Car Park. Swim > MTB
● The TA will be divided into individual and team zones (not specific numbered locations). Individuals must pre-place their bikes in the designated area. Leave your wetsuit/swim gear in the same area after changing.
● Team riders must wait for their team swimmer beside your bike and hand over the timing chip here.
Mountain Bike
Distance: 15K
Elevation: ⬆295m⬇260m
Cut-Off Time:
Riders exit the TA and proceed along Bay View Cres and then Hurford St (keeping right of the witches' hats) before turning into the single track at the 0.6km pt. At the 1.4km point, riders turn right to commence a 14 km single-track loop along the Golf course and Brown Street single tracks. The short course includes one lap of this MTB loop, after which you come back past the turn-off but continue straight ahead to ride the final 800m to T2.
● There are no water points on the MTB course
● Riders must remain alert and watch out for course markings at all times as it is a very twisty course, and it is easy to get onto the wrong section of the track if you do not pay attention and follow the course markings ahead of you.
● The course is quite technical and includes a lot of loose pea gravel, rocks, obstacles, and logs. There are separate A and B lines, with the A line being more technical and the B line generally being slower but easier.
● Slow riders must give way to faster riders by making space for them to pass. Faster riders MUST NOT just barge their way past a slower rider but alert them that you are there and then wait until called past.
Transition 2 (T2):
Dunsborough Country Club - 18th Fairway. MTB > Run
● The Transition Area will be divided into separate individual and team zones (not specific numbered locations). Individuals must pre-place their running gear in the designated area. Riders must park their MTB at this same spot at the end of the bike leg.
● Team runners must wait for their team rider in the designated teams area and transfer the timing chip there. DO NOT crowd around the entry to the TA. Team riders are encouraged to take their bikes out of the TA once they’ve transferred the timing chip.
Trail Run
Distance: 5K
Elevation: ⬆85m⬇85m
Cut-Off Time:
Runners exit T2 and follow the red course markings, running trails in the golf course area to start with and then following a range of twisting single tracks through the bush land leading to the beach at the 2.8km point, turn right off the coastal path and on to the beach for a short sand/rock hop section. After leaving the coastline, the trail is generally less technical as it climbs away from the coast and descends down the slalom tracks to the finish line. NOTE: Runners must remain on the left-hand track during the final descent to the finish line - the right hand track is used by MTB riders!
● There are no water points on the Run course
● Runners must remain alert and watch out for course markings at all times, as it is easy to get onto the wrong section of the track if you do not pay attention and follow the course markings ahead of you.
● The run course crosses the MTB course on several occasions, so make sure it is safe to cross before proceeding.
● Individuals- remember to put on your run number plate after the MTB leg.
Start Location:
The start is located on the beach, at the end of Highview Rd. inside the swimming enclosure. This is the same location as the kids’ race in previous years but a different location to the Sprint and Full Distance XTERRA Races. The entire swim is inside the swimming enclosure.
Course Marking
The course will be marked as follows:
● Blue arrows and tape for the Bike leg
● Red arrows and pink surveyors’ tape for the Run leg
Transition areas: MTBs and run gear may be dropped off after 12:30 on Saturday and all gear must be picked up before 17:30.
Swim
Distance: 200m
StartTime:
4 different wave starts to separate the older/stronger kids, from the younger ones:
STARTS:
NOTE: Age categories and start waves are according to your age on December 31st, 2025.
Swimmers in each wave will start inside the designated start enclosure on the beach. After starting, swimmers run into the water and swim across the enclosure, turning left around a large buoy (approx 50m away), then swim parallel to the shore before turning left around a second buoy (100m away) and then swim back to shore (50m away). After exiting the water, all swimmers run along the beach, up the boat ramp, and then into T1.
Transition 1 (T1)
Old Dunsborough Boat Ramp Car Park. Swim > MTB
● The TA will be divided into individual and team zones (not specific numbered locations). Individuals must pre-place their bikes in the designated area. Leave your wetsuit/swim gear in the same area after changing.
● MTB gear may be dropped off after 12:30 on Saturday, and swim gear must be picked up before 17:30. Riders must wait for their team swimmer beside their bike and hand over the timing chip here. DO NOT crowd around the entry to the TA.
● Support crews and parents are NOT permitted to help competitors inside the TA.
Mountain Bike
Distance: 6km
Elevation: 100⬆m 60⬇m
Riders exit the TA and proceed along Bay View Cres and then Hurford St (keeping right of the witches hats) before turning into the single track at the 0.6km pt. The course then winds uphill on a mix of single tracks before turning down the popular Firey’s descent at the 3.6km pt, then it's a slight uphill before the dual slalom track that leads you into T2.
● This is a ‘real-deal’ MTB course, on a single track that includes a range of technical features like loose pea gravel, rocks, obstacles, and logs. It is most appropriate for mountain bikes and requires skill to ride. If anyone feels uncertain about a section of the trail then it is 100% OK to walk it and get back on your bike afterward.
● Slower riders must give way to faster riders by making space for them to pass. Faster riders MUST NOT just barge past slower riders but alert them that you are there and wait until called past.
Transition 2 (T2)
Dunsborough Country Club - 18th Fairway. MTB > Run
● The TA will be divided into separate individual and team zones (not specific numbered locations). Individuals must pre-place their running gear in the designated area.
● Riders must park their MTB at this same spot at the end of the bike leg.
● Team runners must wait for their team rider in the designated teams’ area and transfer the timing chip there. DO NOT crowd around the entry to the TA. Team riders are encouraged to take their bikes once you’ve transferred the timing chip.
● Youth A Super Sprint & Kids: Run gear may be dropped off after 12:30 on Saturday and MTB gear must be picked up before 17:30.
Trail Run
Distance: 2.6km
Elevation: 55⬆m 55⬇m
Runners exit T2 and follow the red course markings, up a slight hill on a trail between the fairways before turning right, crossing a fairway, and run back downhill on a single track that weaves between the trees and ultimately into the finish line in the event expo. Well done kids!
● The run course crosses the MTB course on several occasions - so make sure it is safe to cross before proceeding.
● There will be NO water points along the course.
● Individuals- remember to put on your run number plate after the MTB leg.
The Groms’ event is designed especially for kids aged under 9yrs (on December 31st, 2025) and includes a similar off-road course to everyone else but is just toned right back to be fun and achievable for little kids. We have ~150+ groms participate each year, and it is always a highlight of the entire weekend to see these juniors having a go!
The entire event is held within very close proximity to the race HQ at the Dunsborough Country Club, and kids are welcome to be supervised/escorted by their parents if needs be.
The XTERRA Groms is for solo competitors only and is a participation-only event therefore, it will not be timed, and no results will be recorded. All finishers will receive an XTERRA gift at registration.
Start Location:
The start is located on the fairway immediately adjacent to the event expo area on the 18th fairway of the Country Club.
Transition Area: MTB gear can be dropped off after 16:00 on Saturday, and run gear must be picked up before 17:30.
Trail Run (800m)
All Groms commence together in a mass start filled with happy enthusiasm. Kids complete a short out and back run on the grassy fairways and MTB tracks before returning to the transition area to pick up their bikes
● Keep an eye out for course markings at all times (red arrows and pink tape)
Transition 1 (T1)
Dunsborough Country Club - 18th Fairway. Run > MTB
● There will be an area inside T1 that is set aside for the Groms XTERRA so please pre-place your MTB gear (anywhere) in this area. Leave your running gear in the same spot after changing.
● Parents and supporters are not permitted inside the transition area
Mountain Bike (1.4K)
Groms then head out on their bikes, up a slight hill on a wide gravel track a short way before doing a sharp right-hand turn to descend back to the finish area on a twisting single track with little roll-overs, loose corners, and lots of fun. Riders continue on their bikes directly through to the finish.
● Slower riders must give way to faster riders by making space for them to pass.
● Faster riders MUST NOT just barge past a slower rider but alert them that you aret here and then wait until called past.
● Riders continue on their bikes directly through to the finish on your bike!
Trail Run Course Map 38K
Distance: 38K
Elevation: 650⬆m 650⬇m
Start Time: 07:30
Cut-Off Time:
Runners must have passed the following points by the times listed:
- 14km mark @ Bunker Bay (1st time thru) = Start time+ 2h 25min
- 26km mark at Eagle Bay (2nd time thru) = Start time+ 4h 20min
- 33km mark @ Meelup = Start time + 5h 15min
Course Marking
The trail run courses will be marked with red arrows and pink surveyors’ tape
Course Description:
The 38km trail run commences on the Country Club fairways before moving on to some of the local MTB single track, which is generally wide and open and provides plenty of opportunity for over-taking runners.
The course then descends to the Meelup Coastal Path and follows this relatively flat and non-technical route path with the odd technical rock feature past Castle Rock, Meelup Beach, and more local landmarks to Pt Picquet, where you cross the Meelup Beach Rd. The next section of trail through to the Eagle Bay township is slightly more technical but is a hidden gem as it provides extensive views across the coast towards the Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse and beyond.
On reaching the edge of the Eagle Bay township, runners head along the beach and coastal path to Bunker Bay – which sometimes makes for hard going due to soft sand - and then climb up towards the lighthouse and a stunning route around the Cape (this is our favourite section!). The section around Cape Naturaliste is breathtaking due to the low shrubs and rugged coastal vegetation and sand blowouts – very impressive. Then you descend back to Bunker Bay and re-trace your route back to Eagle Bay township.
Runners then turn inland on a wide and quite hilly fire road for approx. 3kms that starts off through local bushland and then continues alongside the vines of Wise Winery – seemingly a world away from the coast where you started. At the top of the dirt road, runners turn left and descend on some fast and flowing single track towards Meelup before deviating onto the spectacular Whale Lookout loop and its endless views across Geographe Bay.
Runners then cross under Meelup Rd again and return on the flatter Meelup Coastal Path to the 33.4km mark, where you deviate off the trail and negotiate a short section of more technical rock running (and a bit of sand) along the coastal zone for approx. 1.4km before re-joining the coastal path. The course turns right and uphill at the 36.4km point, where you’ll wind along a twisting single track through the bushland before re-entering the Country Club to descend to the finish on some fast single track. WELL DONE.
Waterpoints:
CastleRock Rd @ 4.6km mark
EagleBay @ 9km mark
BunkerBay Road end @ 14km and 21km marks
EagleBay @26km mark
CastleRock Rd @ 34km mark
Recommended Gear List
Trail Run Course Map 21K
Distance: 21K
Elevation: 320⬆m 320⬇m
Start Time: 08:30
Course Marking
The trail run courses will be marked with red arrows and pink surveyors’ tape
Course Description:
The 21km trail run commences on the Country Club fairways before moving on to some of the local MTB single track which is generally wide and open and provides plenty of opportunity for over-taking runners.
The course then descends to the Meelup Coastal Path and follows this relatively flat and non-technical route path with the odd technical rock feature past Castle Rock, Meelup Beach, and more local landmarks to Point Picquet where you cross the Meelup Beach Rd. The next section of trail through to the Eagle Bay township is slightly more technical but is a hidden gem as it provides extensive views across the coast towards the Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse and beyond (this is our favourite section!).
On reaching the edge of the Eagle Bay township, runners turn inland on a wide and quite hilly fire road for approx. 3kms that starts off through local bush land and then continues alongside the vines of Wise Winery – seemingly a world away from the coast where you started. At the top of the dirt road, runners turn left and descend on some fast and flowing single track towards Meelup before deviating onto the spectacular Whale Lookout loop and its endless views across Geographe Bay.
Runners then cross Meelup Rd again and return on the flatter Meelup Coastal Path to the 16km mark. They deviate off the trail and negotiate a short section of more technical rock running (and a bit of sand) along the coastal zone for approx.1.4km before rejoining the coastal path. The course turns right and uphill at the 19.3km point, where you’ll wind along a twisting single track through the bushland before re-entering the Country Club to descend to the finish on some fast single track. WELL DONE.
Waterpoints:
4.6km at Castle Rock Rd,
9km Eagle Bay Village,
17km mark at Castle Rock Rd
Recommended Gear List
Trail Run Course Map 10K
Distance: 10K
Elevation: 130⬆m 130⬇m
Start Time: 08:45
Cut-Off Time:
Course Marking
The trail run courses will be marked with red arrows and pink surveyors’ tape
Course Description:
The 10km course is similar to the 21km but misses the loop north of Meelup beach: Once under way runners follow the red course markings through the golf course area and along a range of twisting single tracks to join the coastal trail at the 2.8km pt. Turn left to follow the coastal trail past Castle Bay (and water point) to the southern end of Meelup Beach at the 5.3km point.
Upon reaching Meelup Beach, 10km runners basically do a U-turn and run back along the rocky and sandy foreshore for 2km and rejoin the coastal trail at the CastleRock outcrop. Continue back along the coastal trail, including a second short beach section, and follow the markings as they leave the coast and climb uphill to the country club trails and into the finish line in the expo area. Well done!
Waterpoint:
4.6km at Castle Rock Rd.
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Prior to being accepted into the event:
● All participants must read and sign the Participant Indemnity/waivers or check the acknowledge box on the online
● Juniors only - i.e., under 18 on race day must have their parent or guardian advise the organisers, Rapid Ascent, of their intention to enter, and the parent or guardian must read and sign an authorisation and indemnity
● Swimmers must be able to swim a minimum of 1.5km unassisted in open water
● Expected water temp is 21 degrees. Based on this, wetsuits are OPTIONAL for ALL age-groupers. For elite competitors, wetsuits will be forbidden (unless water temperature is less than 20 degrees)
● For events including riding: Competitors must use the same bike frame and wheels for the entire bike leg and may only receive assistance from other competitors to repair their own bike. The penalty for using someone else’s bike frame or wheels and for lending your own bike frame or wheels to another competitor is 60 minutes for the borrower and 60 minutes for the lender.
● For events including riding: No riding is permitted in the TA, and helmets must be fastened before exiting the TA.
● Competitors shall not receive any external assistance on the course.
● One competitor cannot assist in forward progression through physical pushing/pulling/towing, or the provision of food or drinks to a competitor except in emergency circumstances. Competitors may only assist others through the provision of pumps, inner tubes, puncture repair kits, and the repair of equipment for safety.
● Competitors must follow the complete course as marked and directed. Taking shortcuts or using any unfair means of obtaining an advantage over other competitors will result in disqualification. It is the competitor’s responsibility to ensure that the correct course is followed.
● Australian Road Rules apply at all times on all roads, tracks, and trails.
● The requirements listed throughout this event program form part of the rules
● All competitors are permitted to lodge protests against results or decisions enforced during the event. A judging panel from Triathlon Western Australia will adjudicate on all protests, and their decision will be final.
● XTERRA has sole discretion to alter or amend the race rules to increase the safety of participants or for any other reason deemed appropriate.
● No e-bikes, gravel bikes, or bikes with drop handlebars are permitted.
● Normal road rules apply at all time.
● Additional rules are included on the event webpage here.
The links to live results for each race are below:
Once the fnal results have been processed, they will be posted to results.xterraplanet.com.
Once competitors have finished their respective races, there will be an XTERRA tent for athletes to sit and have free post-race snacks. Physiotherapy sessions are available from Body Braille Wellness on a user pays basis. Competitors can also collect their post-race items, such as finisher medals.
Following the 2025 Asia-Pacific Triathlon Championship, all Full Distance triathletes will be treated to a community-themed dinner featuring speeches, live music, special presentations, and award ceremonies for top performing age groupers and elites. There will also be the much anticipated race day highlight video, announcements for new upcoming events, and the chance for one-and-all to connect with friends both new and old.
Note: All Full Distance triathletes will be issued with a free ticket in the form of a wristband in their race pack. For those wishing to bring family and friends to share the experience, please purchase your additional in advance via My Events.
Location: Eagle Bay Brewing Co.
Address: 252 Eagle Bay Rd., Eagle Bay WA 6281
Map: Click here to view location on Google Maps
Shuttle Bus
A shuttle bus will operate between Dunsborough and the Eagle Bay Brewery to help transport competitors to the presentation venue. The shuttle bus is free of charge; passengers simply get on/off at the location and times listed below:
To Eagle Bay Brewery:
18:00 - Pick up in central Dunsborough at 24 Seymour Blvd.
18:08 - Pick up at the front of the Regency Beach Club at 77 Gifford Rd.
18:15 - Pick up from the corner of Naturaliste Tce and Oberlin St.
18:25 - Drop off at Eagler Bay Brewery
To Dunsborough:
22:00 - Shuttle bus collects from Eagle Bay Brewery and drops off at the same stops listed above. Arriving in central Dunsborough at approximately 22:25
Trophies will be awarded to each member of the first place relay team in the following categories:
A natural stepping stone to the XTERRA World Tour, the Youth Tour offers triathletes aged 14-19 an array of qualifying races around the world, where top age group athletes are awarded slots to compete on the biggest stage of them all at the XTERRA Youth World Championship. More info about the Youth Tour.
Youth A 14-15 yrs (Super Sprint Triathlon)
Youth B & Junior (Sprint Triathlon)
Trophies will be awarded to the first place winner in each male and female age group category listed below.
Sprint Distance Individual
Trophies will be awarded to each member of the first place relay team in the following categories:
Sprint Distance Team Relay
Medals will be awarded to the top three winners in each male and female age group category listed below:
Kids Triathlon Individual
Medals will be awarded to each member of the top three relay teams in the categories listed below:
Kids Triathlon Team Relay
Top 1 Overall male/female Winners will be given a trophy.
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