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At a glance

  • Sun, 30 Mar 2025
  • Tahunanui Beach, Nelson NZ
  • Ocean Swim
  • 5km

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  • Last held on Sun, 30 Mar 2025

Rylock Challenge

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At a glance

  • Sun, 30 Mar 2025
  • Tahunanui Beach, Nelson NZ
  • Ocean Swim
  • 5km
  • Around The Buoys

Why this event?

Endurance meets ocean in sunny Nelson.

The Rylock Challenge isn’t just a swim, it’s a proper endurance mission with a community heartbeat. Held in the sunniest region of New Zealand, this standout event is part of the Nelson Endurance Series and a go-to for swimmers wanting to push their limits in a stunning and supportive environment.

You’ll be immersed in crystal-clear water, surrounded by breathtaking views of Tasman Bay and the mountain ranges beyond. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between relaxed and professional, giving you the structure you need to perform and the space to enjoy every stroke. Locals line the course to cheer you on, adding a strong sense of community to every lap.

Whether you’re chasing a PB, prepping for a marathon swim, or simply keen to test yourself in calm but mentally challenging conditions, the Rylock Challenge is where fun meets focus, and where endurance swimmers find their groove.

On the day

What's on offer

5km Ocean Swim
  • years
This epic 5km course takes swimmers through the best of Tasman Bay’s coastal beauty. Starting from Tahunanui Beach, you’ll head north along the shoreline before looping around Haulashore Island and back again. The course offers a mix of open-water challenge and protected stretches, with panoramic views of the Richmond Ranges and the sparkling waters of Nelson Harbour. It’s an ideal course for experienced swimmers chasing endurance, scenery, and that unbeatable finish-line feeling.

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