Register ONLINE

2024 - Registrations Open

Feb 15 - Early Bird Entry Ends

Mar 1 - Free Shirt Cut-off (Solo & Pairs)

Apr 20 - Late Fees Apply

Apr 26 - Registrations Close

Apr 24 - Race Pack Pick-Up (3.30PM) - Corry Cycles

Apr 25 - ANZAC Day

Apr 25 - Late Race Pack Pick-Up - FINCH HATTON RSL

Apr 25 - Carb Loading - FH

Apr 26 - ZACH MACH

5:00 am - Kayak Drop-Off - Teemburra Dam

5:00 am - Car parking - Finch Hatton RSL (follow signs)

6:00 am - Sign-in Solo, Pairs & MTB Competitors

7:45 am - Event Briefing - FH MTB Trails - ANZAC Parade

8:00 am - RACE START

9:00 am - Stage 2 - Kayak - Competitor briefing & sign - Teemburra Dam

9:15 am - Stage 2 - Kayak - Stage Only Start

10:15 am - Stage 3 - Trail Run - Competitor briefing & sign-on - ZACH MACH HQ

10:30 am - Stage 3 - Trail Run - Stage Only Start

11:30 am - Stage 4 - Road Cycle - Competitor briefing & sign-in - ZACH MACH HQ

11:45 am - Stage 4 - Road Cycle - Stage Only Start

12:00 pm - Stage 2 - Kayak - Close

2:30 pm - Stage 3 - Trail Run - Close

4:30 pm - Stage 4 - Road Cycle (Full Event) FINISH

4:00 pm - Presentations - ZACH MACH HQ - may be held earlier if final participant finishes earlier

6:00 pm - Dinner at the Pinnacle Hotel

SOLO

Participants must complete all 4 stages of the Course individually.

Age: 18+

PAIRS

Both competitors must complete all 4 Stages of the course together. Competitors must stay within 20m of each other at all times.

Age: 16+

RELAY TEAM - 2, 3 OR 4 Competitors

Each competitor completes one or more stages of the course relay style. Only 1 competitor is on the course at any time. Exception: 2 may Kayak together.

Age: 14+

STAGE ONLY

Don’t have a team or you only like to do one thing (or two). Choose simply to compete in a stage or stages of your choice.

Age: 14+

Age is as of 31 December 2024.

Prize money categories are as follows:

👉 Overall Male & Female (Solo)

1st: $200 + 2025 Entry Fee

2nd: $150

3rd: $100

👉 Pairs

1st: $300

2nd: $200

3rd: $100

👉 Junior Pairs (16-18ys)

1st Prize: $200

👉 Team

1st: $120

👉 Fastest times: Male & Female Overall

MTB Stage: $100

Kayak Stage: $100

Trail Run Stage: $100

Road Cycle Stage: $100

Accommodation:

Camping can be pre-booked or organised at the Pinnacle Family Hotel on arrival.

Hot Showers and Toilet Facilities.

Meals:

Breakfast & Snacks: Pinnacle Whistlestop Cafe Organic Coffee, Frappes, Slushies & Homemade Treats.

Lunch & Dinner: Pinnacle Family Hotel (Event Hub).

• Be fit and able to cope with the demands of the event.

• Accept responsibility for themselves and their belongings during the event.

• Be prepared to abide by the rules and safety regulations associated with the event.

• Follow all directions given by event officials.

• Attend Event Briefing

• Be of 14+ years of age or older to compete an in relay team or individual leg (age as of 31 December 2024).

• All Stage 2 (Kayak) participants must be able to swim.

Be ready for a whole load of adventure!

Safety is our #1 priority.

• Roads and waterways used will not be closed to traffic.

• Participants must ride and kayak in a safe, responsible and courteous manner during the event and use common sense at all times.

• Participants must abide by the Queensland Road Rules and to follow directions given by The Organisers and Queensland Police. Participants must not ride more than 2 abreast on public roads.

Some important event rules include:

• You must complete the course as outlined in the course information.

• There MUST never be more that 20 meters between the first team member of a Pair and the last team member and you must be able to communicate verbally with each team member at all times.

• At transition, both team members in the Pairs Category must check in and out.

• At transition, the incoming Relay Team member must transition in the nominated area.

• Obey all directions given by race officials on the day.

Compulsory equipment must be carried at ALL times.

The use of an eBike is allowed, but the participant/team will be ineligible for a Podium position and the competitor/team must have (eBike) attached to their registration name.

Penalties or Disqualification will apply for non-compliance with these rules. This is by no means an exhaustive list and we recommend that you read the full event rules in detail before the event.

Timing Chip must be around the left ankle and race number. Mobile Phone in waterproof bag.

MTB Leg/s

• Closed in shoes

• Helmet (fits for purpose)

• MTB with working brakes & in good working order (non-motorised)

• Covered torso, a shirt must be worn at all times

• Hydration & nutrition

• Spares kit

• Race number

KAYAK

• PFD Life Jacket

• Kayak/ski (non-motorised)

• Paddle/oar

• Hydration

TRAIL RUN

• Hydration pack

• Covered torso

• 2 x snake bandages

• Closed in shoes

ROAD CYCLE

• Helmet fit for purpose

• Bike with working brakes and in good working order

• Covered torso

• Closed in shoes

• Spares

A Safety & Event Briefing will occur before the event start and prior to the opening of each individual stage.

All competitors MUST attend this briefing as it covers important information including:

• Changes to the course

• All the things you need to know to stay safe throughout the event.

• Event specific information

The race will start immediately when the Event Briefing is finished.

A Transition Area is where you move from one Stage to another (ie Mountain Biking to Canoe/Kayak etc).

There are 2 transition areas on the course, in 2 different locations. Transition Areas are managed by volunteers. Transition areas have communication with the ZACH MACH HQ.

When you arrive at Transition, it is important that solo competitors and teams cross over the timing mats.

Progressive closing times for locations along the event route will be noted. If the Participant falls behind these closing times they shall either board the Support Vehicle for transportation to the next stage.

Photographers and Media will be on the course taking photos of the event. Pictures will be able to be downloaded from the ZACH MACH Mackay Adventure Challenge Facebook Page. Spectators are more than welcome to take photos. The Participant consents to the use of these images for promotional purposes. All participants are required to agree to the ‘Release and Indemnity Waiver’ before online registration.

The Race HQ will be located at the Pinnacle Hotel which not only facilitates a fantastic spectacle for spectators, but a convenient central transition zone for Competitors.

Stage 1A will commence on the Mountain Bike from the corner of Pinnacle-Septimus Road (loading ramp) at the base of Captain's Crossing. Stage 2 Transition Area is at Teemburra Dam for the kayak, prior to Stage 1B Mountain Bike rolling back to the ZACH MACH HQ.

Please note: Stage 1 start line is from the Loading Ramp at the bottom of the Captains Crossing Road (bend in Pinnacle-Septimus Road), Mia Mia State Forest. Competitors are RESPONSIBLE for getting themselves to the start line. We highly recommend 'rolling' from Race HQ to the start line as there is no transport available to pick up vehicles after finishing. Rolling down to the start line is a good little warm-up prior to start of the race as competitors will encounter a climb straight up!

When you cross the finish line please ensure the following:

• You and your team look awesome for the Finish Photo!

• Enjoy the festivities and prize giving, and don’t forget to celebrate and share your war stories with other adventurers.