Joanna Shape Reports from Rider Briefing | Aukland-Wellington-Aukland RadonneurUnder the Lunar Moon

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In her second dispatch from New Zealand, UltraCycling Magazine reporter Joanna Sharpe takes us inside the energy and anticipation surrounding the Inaugural Auckland–Wellington–Auckland 2000km Randonneur.
Reporting from Benny’s Bike Shop during the official rider briefing, Joanna taks with event creator Mark about the significance of hosting such a landmark brevet and what it means for the North Island endurance community. She also captures the voices of riders preparing to tackle 2,000 kilometers of some of New Zealand’s most breathtaking terrain—nerves, strategy, and quiet determination all on display.
As if the challenge weren’t epic enough, riders will pedal beneath a rare lunar eclipse on Tuesday night—adding a celestial dimension to an already unforgettable journey between Auckland and Wellington.
From pre-ride anticipation to cosmic inspiration, Joanna brings UltraCycling Magazine readers to the heart of the adventure before the first pedal stroke turns. https://tinyurl.com/mrxxrdzk

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