Mackay Road Runners’ annual Bonson’s Scrub Road 6km and 12km event proved to be a thrilling challenge for all Club members, with non-members also warmly invited to join in. This year’s event, part of the Tri-ActiV8 series, celebrated fitness, competition, and community spirit.
Tri-ActiV8 aims to enhance fitness and performance through training with like-minded individuals while ensuring a fun and enjoyable triathlon experience. Adventure Racing, a rapidly growing sport, was highlighted through Tri-ActiV8’s annual adventure camps in the Greater Mackay Region, focusing on skills like orienteering, kayaking, trail running, MTB, abseiling, nutrition, and general wellbeing.
The top prize, a cutting-edge Garmin Forerunner 955, was generously donated by Nikki Giles of Tri-ActiV8. Her dedication to organising local events has greatly contributed to the health and well-being of many athletes under her FITTER | FASTER | STRONGER banner.
Emily Hayles, a rising talent, won the $999 Garmin Forerunner 955 by outpacing over thirty competitors. Additionally, two lucky participants won white chocolate protein bars in a random draw, providing a tasty protein boost.
A special thanks went to Nikki Giles and race day volunteers Andrew Short, Mick Scholer, Brendan Bishop, and Julie Whibley, whose efforts were instrumental in making the event a tremendous success. Mackay Road Runners is proud to be associated with the Tri-ActiV8 family.
This Sunday, the Sladie Sand Dunes Trails kick off at 7am from Pacific Esplanade, Lamberts Beach (Tavern end). The loop course offers three distance options: 4.3km, 8.6km, and 12.9km, featuring challenging terrains of sand, hills and stunning sea views.
Post-race, enjoy icy cold Zooper Doopers and Father’s Day-themed random draw prizes.
Mackay Road Runners will join the West Mackay Parkrun on Saturday, August 31st, volunteering and running alongside 200 other parkrunners and their dedicated volunteer team.
Contributed By Janelle Tilse
Mackay Road Runners Club President, Brendan Bishop with Bonson’s Scrub Road sponsor, tri-actiV8 sponsor, Nikki Giles.
Natasha Joynson easily completed the 6km challenging Bonson’s Scrub, Ian Reddacliff Road loop.
The ecstatic deserved winner of the Tri-ActiV8 Garmin watch, Emily Hayles presented by Tri-ActiV8’s Nikki Giles.
McKenna and Tahnie Malagueno enjoy a Sunday morning Mackay Road Runners event. Photos supplied.
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