Solar Power NZ Skedaddle
Island Hills, New Zealand · Saturday 7 November 2026
Solar Power NZ Skedaddle is a trail running event held at Island Hills Station in New Zealand. The race features five distances: 42 km, 30 km, 15 km, 10 km, and a 4 km kids' run. All courses are point-to-point along stunning singletrack trails, offering breathtaking views of rivers, streams, and native forests. The event supports conservation efforts for the Mandamus Reserve Charitable Trust, adding a meaningful dimension to the race.
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
6:17:47
Time difference: +137.8 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain2137m
Elevation High766m
Elevation Low376m
Weather Forecast
High15°C
Low7°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is Solar Power NZ Skedaddle?
Very Difficultharder than 99% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Solar Power NZ Skedaddle plays about 114 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #7 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #1 of 11 in New Zealand. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Solar Power NZ Skedaddle?
Estimated finish times on this course versus the same effort on an average road marathon, based on its elevation, surface, and expected race-day temperature.
| Average-course time | On Solar Power NZ Skedaddle | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 4:23:06 | +1:23:06 |
| 3:30:00 | 5:19:15 | +1:49:15 |
| 4:00:00 | 6:17:47 | +2:17:47 |
| 4:30:00 | 7:18:33 | +2:48:33 |
| 5:00:00 | 8:21:26 | +3:21:26 |
| 5:30:00 | 9:26:22 | +3:56:22 |
| 6:00:00 | 10:33:14 | +4:33:14 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Solar Power NZ Skedaddle 2026 Course Analysis
Solar Power NZ Skedaddle is a full marathon held in Island Hills, New Zealand. It is scheduled for Saturday 7 November 2026. The course is run on trail surface with 2137m of total climbing, with its high point near 766m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Solar Power NZ Skedaddle website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very challenging course with 2137m of total climbing - well above the average trail marathon - topping out around 766m above sea level. Hill training is essential, and you should expect a slower finish time than on a flat course.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for November, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Near-ideal running temperatures are expected, ranging from 7°C to 15°C. This temperature range is widely considered optimal for marathon performance, allowing efficient heat dissipation without cold-related issues. There is a low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Trail
Solar Power NZ Skedaddle is a trail race, meaning the course includes unpaved surfaces such as dirt, gravel, or forest paths. Trail surfaces are usually slower than the road equivalent - often by 10-20% - because of uneven footing, technical sections, and frequently steeper gradients, though a smooth, non-technical or downhill trail can run faster than that suggests. Trail-specific shoes with good grip are recommended.
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