Rotorua. Suffer. returns on December 13, 2025, offering a demanding endurance experience at Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake) in Rotorua, New Zealand. Athletes can choose from a Half Ironman, Quarter Ironman, Aquabike, or standalone 21.1 km and 10.5 km trail runs. The event is known for its tough, hilly courses that test both physical and mental endurance across swim, bike, and run disciplines. Participants can race individually, in teams, or attempt the "Double" by completing the Half Ironman twice over the weekend. Finishers are celebrated with a custom hoodie, medal, and a well-earned beer at the finish line.
Races
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10k
The Rotorua Suffer Half Marathon takes place on December 13, 2025, in Rotorua, New Zealand, and is organized by Brand New Day Limited. This challenging 21 km race features tough hills and spectacular geothermal scenery, pushing runners to their limits across Rotorua’s rugged landscapes.
The Rotorua Suffer Pick n' Mix takes place on December 13, 2025, in Rotorua, New Zealand, and is organized by Brand New Day Limited. This flexible event lets participants customize their race day by choosing swim, bike, and run combinations in any format they like, making it a truly personal challenge.
The Rotorua Suffer 10km is scheduled for December 13, 2025, in Rotorua, New Zealand, and is organized by Brand New Day Limited. This tough and scenic 10 km race offers challenging hills and breathtaking views of Rotorua’s famous geothermal landscape, perfect for runners seeking a real test.
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FAQs
What is the Rotorua. Suffer. Half Marathon?
How long is the Rotorua. Suffer. Half Marathon?
Where does the Rotorua. Suffer. Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Rotorua. Suffer. Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Rotorua. Suffer. Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Rotorua. Suffer. Half Marathon?
The Rotorua Suffer Half Marathon takes place on December 13, 2025, in Rotorua, New Zealand, and is organized by Brand New Day Limited. This challenging 21 km race features tough hills and spectacular geothermal scenery, pushing runners to their limits across Rotorua’s rugged landscapes.
The Rotorua. Suffer. Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Rotorua. Suffer. Half Marathon takes place in Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake), Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.
Runna classifies the Rotorua. Suffer. Half Marathon elevation profile as Moderate.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Rotorua. Suffer. Half Marathon?
The Rotorua Suffer Half Marathon takes place on December 13, 2025, in Rotorua, New Zealand, and is organized by Brand New Day Limited. This challenging 21 km race features tough hills and spectacular geothermal scenery, pushing runners to their limits across Rotorua’s rugged landscapes.
How long is the Rotorua. Suffer. Half Marathon?
The Rotorua. Suffer. Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Rotorua. Suffer. Half Marathon take place?
The Rotorua. Suffer. Half Marathon takes place in Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake), Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.
What is the elevation gain of the Rotorua. Suffer. Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the Rotorua. Suffer. Half Marathon elevation profile as Moderate.
How can I prepare for the Rotorua. Suffer. Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Rotorua. Suffer. Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Rotorua. Suffer. Pick n' Mix?
How long is the Rotorua. Suffer. Pick n' Mix?
Where does the Rotorua. Suffer. Pick n' Mix take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Rotorua. Suffer. Pick n' Mix?
How can I prepare for the Rotorua. Suffer. Pick n' Mix?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Rotorua. Suffer. Pick n' Mix?
The Rotorua Suffer Pick n' Mix takes place on December 13, 2025, in Rotorua, New Zealand, and is organized by Brand New Day Limited. This flexible event lets participants customize their race day by choosing swim, bike, and run combinations in any format they like, making it a truly personal challenge.
The Rotorua. Suffer. Pick n' Mix is 21km long.
The Rotorua. Suffer. Pick n' Mix takes place in Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake), Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.
Runna classifies the Rotorua. Suffer. Pick n' Mix elevation profile as Moderate.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Rotorua. Suffer. Pick n' Mix?
The Rotorua Suffer Pick n' Mix takes place on December 13, 2025, in Rotorua, New Zealand, and is organized by Brand New Day Limited. This flexible event lets participants customize their race day by choosing swim, bike, and run combinations in any format they like, making it a truly personal challenge.
How long is the Rotorua. Suffer. Pick n' Mix?
The Rotorua. Suffer. Pick n' Mix is 21km long.
Where does the Rotorua. Suffer. Pick n' Mix take place?
The Rotorua. Suffer. Pick n' Mix takes place in Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake), Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.
What is the elevation gain of the Rotorua. Suffer. Pick n' Mix?
Runna classifies the Rotorua. Suffer. Pick n' Mix elevation profile as Moderate.
How can I prepare for the Rotorua. Suffer. Pick n' Mix?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Rotorua. Suffer. Pick n' Mix?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Rotorua. Suffer. 10km?
How long is the Rotorua. Suffer. 10km?
Where does the Rotorua. Suffer. 10km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Rotorua. Suffer. 10km?
How can I prepare for the Rotorua. Suffer. 10km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Rotorua. Suffer. 10km?
The Rotorua Suffer 10km is scheduled for December 13, 2025, in Rotorua, New Zealand, and is organized by Brand New Day Limited. This tough and scenic 10 km race offers challenging hills and breathtaking views of Rotorua’s famous geothermal landscape, perfect for runners seeking a real test.
The Rotorua. Suffer. 10km is 10km long.
The Rotorua. Suffer. 10km takes place in Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake), Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.
Runna classifies the Rotorua. Suffer. 10km elevation profile as Moderate.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Rotorua. Suffer. 10km?
The Rotorua Suffer 10km is scheduled for December 13, 2025, in Rotorua, New Zealand, and is organized by Brand New Day Limited. This tough and scenic 10 km race offers challenging hills and breathtaking views of Rotorua’s famous geothermal landscape, perfect for runners seeking a real test.
How long is the Rotorua. Suffer. 10km?
The Rotorua. Suffer. 10km is 10km long.
Where does the Rotorua. Suffer. 10km take place?
The Rotorua. Suffer. 10km takes place in Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake), Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.
What is the elevation gain of the Rotorua. Suffer. 10km?
Runna classifies the Rotorua. Suffer. 10km elevation profile as Moderate.
How can I prepare for the Rotorua. Suffer. 10km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Rotorua. Suffer. 10km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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