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World Championship

World Championship

December 05, 2021

Location iconThe Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua, Maui Location iconThe Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua, Maui

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At-Large slots will not be offered in 2022. Athletes must qualify at an XTERRA World Tour event. More details are coming soon.

2021 XTERRA World Championship age group winners, click here to defend your title in 2022.

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Overview

ALOHA AND WELCOME TO MAUI

 

CLICK HERE FOR ATHLETE PHOTOS!

DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL ATHLETE GUIDE HERE:

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The world’s premier off-road triathlon will celebrate its 25th year off-road on December 5, 2021. The event combines a 1.5-kilometer (1-mile) swim that starts at D.T. Fleming Beach in front of the Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua, a 31-kilometer (19.2-miles) mountain bike that climbs 3,500 feet up and down the lower slopes of the West Maui Mountains, and a 10.5-kilometer (6.5-miles) trail run that traverses forest trails, and beach sand.

WHO: The world’s best professional and amateur off-road triathletes

WHEN: 8:00 a.m. HST on Sunday, December 5, 2021

WHERE: At The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua on Maui’s northwest coast

WHY: The XTERRA World Championship race is the last in a series of 38 off-road triathlon races held in 21 countries. The concept is to provide a bona-fide world championship for amateur and elite off-road triathletes. For pros there is $100,000 in prize money at stake.

UPDATES:  Please read the latest updates here.  

Find the safe race protocols here.

 

EVENT ENTRY FEES: XTERRA is now offering a special Payment Plan to protect your entry investment. Qualified athletes must register for the event here, complete the form, and select “Enroll in Payment Plan” from Check Out Payment Options menu to hold their slot. Upon initial registration, only Active fees, USA Triathlon one day license fees, “Active Refund” (if selected) and donations will be charged. You may cancel at any time until August 31, 2021 and receive a full refund of all fees paid (except donations) by emailing info [at] xterraplanet.com. Your credit card will be charged in full for the entry fee on September 1, 2021.

If you select “Pay in Full” at time of initial registration, refunds are not available from XTERRA. “Active Refunds” (if purchased) would apply.

REFUNDS: No refunds are given by XTERRA on or after September 1, 2021. Medical reasons and military transfer will be considered for refunds but not guaranteed. Application must be made in writing to info [at] xterraplanet.com with all supporting documentation.

We encourage competitors residing in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, and Australia to buy “Active Refund” at the time of your initial registration. “Active Refund” allows you to cancel for any reason up until 48 hours prior to the event and receive a full refund of entry fee and USA Triathlon one-day license. (The cost of donations, Active Refund and Active registration fees are not refundable). *Full refunds (not including Active registration fees) will be given if the event must be cancelled due to COVID-19. Learn more here.

WORLD’S PREMIER OFF-ROAD TRIATHLON

This will be the 25th year for the XTERRA World Championship on Maui, the birthplace of off-road triathlon. The first XTERRA race was held here on November 3, 1996 and was televised on Fox Sports Net. The demand for the sport of XTERRA exploded thereafter and there are now more than 50,000 competitors from all 50 states and more than 50 countries worldwide.

WINNER TAKES ALL

It is a “winner take all” race, with one of the richest pro purses in multisport at $105,000, and it is awarded solely on the basis of the Maui performance. Since this race is a stand-alone event, it offers a unique opportunity to competitors as even those who have had a less than stellar season are given an opportunity to redeem themselves and earn the coveted title of XTERRA World Champion.

TRAIL RUN WORLDS

The XTERRA Trail Run World Championship 21K has moved to Maui and will be held on Saturday, December 4 in conjunction with the XTERRA Kapalua Keiki K, 3.3K, 5K, and 10K Trail Runs.

*Note, all volunteers during the weekend are eligible to race for free in any distance trail run. For more information, click HERE. 

 

Follow the Action

Want to follow along during our World Championship weekend?

Results & timing link:  Follow along during the race.  

Instagram / Facebook: We will be posting images and video throughout the week and following the race on race day.

Twitter:  We will be posting throughout the race to keep you up to speed on the leaders and winner.

Highlight video:  The XTERRA World Championship highlight video will be shared Sunday night on YouTube and Facebook.  

XTERRA Adventures Show:  The XTERRA World Championship will be filmed and edited into a 30 minute TV episode premiering on YouTube January 20, 2022.  

* Please note - there will be no livestream from Maui this year.  Please do NOT sign up for any Facebook offer that says otherwise.  

Qualify

HOW TO QUALIFY TO RACE IN MAUI

Amateurs can earn a qualifying spot to race at the XTERRA World Championship at all XTERRA World Tour qualifier events.

View World Tour Schedule

PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED ATHLETES

Physically challenged athletes are required to compete in at least one XTERRA World Championship Qualifying Series race then request an entry by emailing info [at] xterraplanet.com.

PROFESSIONAL ATHLETES

For 2021 only, professional athletes are NOT required to compete in at least one XTERRA World Championship Qualifying Series race but must request an entry by emailing pro [at] xterraplanet.com.

Learn more at our elite racing information page. 

2022 AT-LARGE AND WAITING LIST

At-Large slots will not be offered in 2022. Athletes must qualify at an XTERRA World Tour event.

We are recommending that athletes do not book travel until all registrations have been confirmed. 

If you have qualified for the 2022 XTERRA World Championship, register HERE. 

QUALIFYING SLOTS PER DIVISION

Events with 51 Maui slots are awarded as follows:

Men – 29        Women – 22

15-19, 1          15-19, 1

20-24, 2          20-24, 2

25-29, 2          25-29, 2

30-34, 3          30-34, 2

35-39, 3          35-39, 2

40-44, 3          40-44, 2

45-49, 3          45-49, 2

50-54, 3          50-54, 2

55-59, 2          55-59, 2

60-64, 2          60-64, 2

65-69, 2          65-69, 2

70-74, 1          70+, 1

75-79, 1

80+, 1

– 51 slot events will roll down among the top 10 until filled.

Events with 26 Maui slots are awarded as follows:

– One to the first-place person in each age group noted above.

– 26 slot events will roll down among the top 5, if the first-place person declines.

History

Men’s Record Book

Swim Record: Glenn Wachtel (USA) 18:10 (2000)
Bike Record: Michael Weiss (AUT) 1:17:30 (2011)
Run Record: Jan Rehula (CZE) 33:14 (2004)

NOTE: Course records mean little as routes change thru the years.

2019

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – Kapalua, HI – 10/27

Men

  1. Bradley Weiss 2:33:39
  2. Arthur Serrieres 2:34:54
  3. Ruben Ruzafa 2:35:23

Women

  1. Flora Duffy 2:49:23
  2. Lesley Paterson 3:03:35
  3. Helena Karaskova Erbenova 3:04:37

RACE RESULTS | RACE REPORT

2018

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – Kapalua, HI – 10/28

Men

  1. Rom Akerson 2:52:41
  2. Bradley Weiss 2:53:16
  3. Sam Osborne 2:54:37

Women

  1. Lesley Paterson 3:29:07
  2. Michelle Flipo 3:39:55
  3. Lizzie Orchard 3:40:53

RACE RESULTS | RACE REPORT

2017

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – Kapalua, HI – 10/29

Men

  1. Bradley Weiss 2:32:09
  2. Mauricio Mendez 2:33:24
  3. Ruben Ruzafa 2:33:45

Women

  1. Flora Duffy 2:47:47
  2. Barbara Riveros 2:56:11
  3. Laura Philip 2:57:24

RACE RESULTS | RACE REPORT

2016

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – Kapalua, HI – 10/23

Men

  1. Mauricio Mendez 2:49:38
  2. Ruben Ruzafa 2:51:02
  3. Ben Allen 2:53:49

Women

  1. Flora Duffy 3:14:59
  2. Lesley Paterson 3:24:58
  3. Suzie Snyder 3:29:03

RACE RESULTS | RACE REPORT

2015

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – Kapalua, HI – 11/1

Men

  1. Josiah Middaugh 2:35:32
  2. Braden Currie 2:38:30
  3. Ruben Ruzafa 2:40:40

Women

  1. Flora Duffy 2:54:17
  2. Lesley Paterson 2:59:16
  3. Emma Garrard 3:03:28

RACE RESULTS | RACE REPORT

2014

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – Kapalua, HI – 10/26

Men

  1. Ruben Ruzafa 2:29:56
  2. Josiah Middaugh 2:31:11
  3. Ben Allen 2:34:50

Women

  1. Flora Duffy 2:47:59
  2. Barbara Riveros 2:50:04
  3. Nicky Samuels 2:56:31

RACE RESULTS | RACE REPORT

2013

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – Kapalua, HI – 10/27

Men

  1. Ruben Ruzafa 2:34:34
  2. Asa Shaw 2:36:01
  3. Ben Allen 2:36:24

Women

  1. Nicky Samuels 2:57:48
  2. Lesley Paterson 3:00:14
  3. Flora Duffy 3:00:19

RACE RESULTS | RACE REPORT

2012

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – Kapalua, HI – 10/28

Men

  1. Javier Gomez 2:26:50
  2. Josiah Middaugh 2:27:40
  3. Conrad Stoltz 2:30:03

Women

  1. Lesley Paterson 2:44:11
  2. Barbara Riveros 2:48:18
  3. Mari Rabie 2:53:55

RACE RESULTS

2011

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – Kapalua, HI – 10/23

Men

  1. Michael Weiss 2:27:00
  2. Dan Hugo 2:27:33
  3. Eneko Llanos 2:28:26

Women

  1. Lesley Paterson 2:45:59
  2. Marion Lorblanchet 2:48:08
  3. Helena Erbenová 2:51:51

RACE RESULTS

2010

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – Makena, HI – 10/24

Men

  1. Conrad Stotlz 2:31:07
  2. Franky Batelier 2:36:14
  3. Michi Weiss 2:36:45

The Hawaiian Airlines Double: Eneko Llanos (11:02:46),

Women

  1. Shonny Vanlandingham 2:58:20
  2. Julie Dibens 2:59:33
  3. Marion Lorblanchet 3:06:11

The Hawaiian Airlines Double: Eneko Llanos (12:09:36),

RACE RESULTS

2009

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – Makena, HI – 10/25

Men

  1. Eneko Llanos 2:37:22
  2. Nico Lebrun 2:38:17
  3. Michi Weiss 2:40:24

The Hawaiian Airlines Double: Eneko Llanos (11:15:17),

Women

  1. Julie Dibens 2:56:42
  2. Lesley Paterson 3:04:16
  3. Melanie McQuaid 3:05:46

RACE RESULTS

2008

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – Makena, HI – 10/26

Men

  1. Ruben Ruzafa 2:37:36
  2. Michi Weiss 2:38:10
  3. Brent McMahon 2:40:56

The Hawaiian Airlines Double: Eneko Llanos (11:03:39),

Women

  1. Julie Dibens 3:03:57
  2. Danelle Kabush 3:04:56
  3. Shonny Vanlandingham 3:10:49

The Hawaiian Airlines Double: Sibylle Matter (13:12:08)

RACE RESULTS

2007

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – Makena, HI – 10/28

Men

  1. Conrad Stoltz 2:40:54
  2. Olivier Marceau 2:42:05
  3. Brian Smith 2:42:35

The Hawaiian Airlines Double: Eneko Llanos (11:17:17),

Women

  1. Julie Dibens 3:01:24
  2. Melanie McQuaid 3:09:52
  3. Jamie Whitmore 3:11:37

The Hawaiian Airlines Double: Erika Csomor (13:12:50)

RACE RESULTS

2006

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – Makena, HI – 10/29

Men

  1. Hamish Carter 2:42:36
  2. Olivier Marceau 2:42:55
  3. Seth Wealing 2:44:05
    The Hawaiian Airlines Double: Eneko Llanos (11:09:17),

Women

  1. Melanie McQuaid 3:07:53
  2. Danelle Kabush 3:15:58
  3. Sibylle Matter 3:19:50

The Hawaiian Airlines Double: Sibylle Matter (13:24:06)

RACE RESULTS

Women’s Record Book

Swim Record: Raeleigh Tennant (AUS) 18:31 (2000)
Bike Record: Melanie McQuaid (CAN) 1:29:27 (2011)
Run Record: Erika Csomor (HUN) 38:18 (2004)

2005

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – Makena, HI – 10/23

Men

  1. Nicolas Lebrun 2:38:19
  2. Eneko Llanos 2:41:41
  3. Brent McMahon 2:42:01

The Hawaiian Airlines Double: Peter Reid (11:10:09),

Women

  1. Melanie McQuaid 3:07:16
  2. Sibylle Matter 3:08:00
  3. Jamie Whitmore 3:13:51

The Hawaiian Airlines Double: Kate Major (12:51:01)

RACE RESULTS

2004

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – Wailea, HI – 10/24

Men

  1. Eneko Llanos 2:28:44
  2. Olivier Marceau 2:29:45
  3. Josiah Middaugh 2:33:28

The Hawaiian Airlines Double: Peter Reid (11:27:59),

Women

  1. Jamie Whitmore 3:01:35
  2. Melanie McQuaid 3:04:25
  3. Danelle Kabush 3:05:19

The Hawaiian Airlines Double: Heather Fuhr (13:18:17)

RACE RESULTS

2003

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – Wailea, HI – 10/26

Men

  1. Eneko Llanos 2:32:56
  2. Nicolas LeBrun 2:36:31
  3. Justin Thomas 2:37:31

The Hawaiian Airlines Double: Peter Reid (11:03:50),

Women

  1. Melanie McQuaid 2:57:08
  2. Jamie Whitmore 3:01:14
  3. Candy Angle 3:06:09

The Hawaiian Airlines Double: Heather Fuhr (12:42:03)

RACE RESULTS

2002

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – Wailea, HI – 10/27

Men

  1. Conrad Stoltz 2:22:55
  2. Eneko Llanos 2:23:57
  3. Nicolas LeBrun 2:27:37

The Hawaiian Airlines Double: Peter Reid (11:18:23),

Women

  1. Candy Angle 2:57:33
  2. Jamie Whitmore 2:59:10
  3. Shari Kain 3:03:20

The Hawaiian Airlines Double: Ariane Gutknecht (13:30:26)

RACE RESULTS

2001

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – Wailea, Maui – 10/22

Men

  1. Conrad Stoltz 2:28:48
  2. Kerry Classen 2:37:02
  3. Jimmy Riccitello 2:37:31

The Hawaiian Airlines Double: Cameron Widoff (11:54:30),

Women

  1. Anke Erlank 3:00:59
  2. Cherie Touchette 3:11:51
  3. Kerstin Weule 3:12:37

The Hawaiian Airlines Double: Wendy Ingraham (13:37:04)

RACE RESULTS

2000

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – Wailea, Maui – 10/22

Men

  1. Michael Tobin 2:30:53
  2. Mike Vine 2:33:10
  3. Michael Pigg 2:33:43

The Hawaiian Airlines Double: Peter Reid (11:05:07)

Women

  1. Kerstin Weule 3:07:04
  2. Melanie McQuaid 3:09:17
  3. Uli Blank 3:17:32

The Hawaiian Airlines Double: Beth Zinkland (13:15:26)

RACE RESULTS

1999

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – Wailea, Maui – 10/31

Men

  1. Ned Overend 2:32:50
  2. Michael Tobin 2:34:26
  3. Jimmy Riccitello 2:35:54

The Hawaiian Airlines Double: Olivier Bernhart (11:05:09)

Women

  1. Shari Kain 3:04:19
  2. Kerstin Weule 3:06:27
  3. Jody Purcell 3:08:42

The Hawaiian Airlines Double: Uli Blank (13:09:57)

RACE RESULTS

1998

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – Wailea, Maui – 10/11

Men

  1. Ned Overend 2:24:46
  2. Wes Hobson 2:29:16
  3. Michael Tobin 2:31:22

The Hawaiian Airlines Double: Peter Reid (10:59:49)

Women

  1. Sue Latshaw 2:58:49
  2. Uli Blank 3:00:05
  3. Caroline Rahner 3:06:27

The Hawaiian Airlines Double: Wendy Ingraham (12:58:32)

RACE RESULTS

1997

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – Wailea, Maui – 10/26

Men

  1. Mike Pigg 2:28:48
  2. Ned Overend 2:32:12
  3. Jimmy Riccitello 2:34:49

Women

  1. Cameron Randolph 3:04:25
  2. Lesley Tomlinson 3:04:31
  3. Sue Latshaw 3:11:32

RACE RESULTS

1996

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – Wailea, Maui – 11/3

Men

  1. Jimmy Riccitello 2:27:42
  2. Mike Pigg 2:31:13
  3. Ned Overend 2:33:39

Women

  1. Michellie Jones 3:04:53
  2. Shari Kain 3:05:05
  3. Sian Welch 3:20:55

Note: 1998 was the first year for the “double”

RACE RESULTS

Schedule of Events

*Schedule is tentative. All events are at the host hotel, The Ritz-Carlton Kapalua, unless otherwise noted.

Wednesday, December 1

Time Activity
9am-11am Covid testing available ($93 per test) @ Ritz-Carlton Ballroom
9am-2pm Registration and Packet Pick-up, XTERRA Expo Village (Plantation Ballroom) - Due to Covid protocols, all individuals over the age of 12 must pick up their own numbers this year. No group pickup. 

 

Thursday, December 2

Time Activity
9am-11am Covid testing available ($93 per test) @ Ritz-Carlton Ballroom
9am-2pm Registration and Packet Pick-up, XTERRA Expo Village (Plantation Ballroom) - Due to Covid protocols, all individuals over the age of 12 must pick up their own numbers this year. No group pickup. 
3pm Kapalua Cleanup. All are welcome to give back to the community with a clean-up at the beach. Meet at the Beach House Lawn. Trash bags, gloves, snacks, and reusable water bottles will be provided.

 

Friday, December 3

Time Activity
5:45am “Hiuwai and E ala E” - Sunrise Hawaiian “Cleansing & Rejuvenation” Ceremony – with Hawaiian Cultural Advisor, Clifford Nae’ole. Open to all athletes, friends and family who wish to participate (meet at the Beach House Lawn at The Ritz-Carlton. Please be on time – we start promptly at 5:45)
9am XTERRA University, presented by Paul Mitchell – Swim Clinic w/Branden Rakita and Suzie Snyder (at the Burger Shack next to Beach House Lawn at The Ritz-Carlton)
9am-11am Covid testing available ($93 per test) @ Ritz-Carlton Ballroom
9am-5pm Registration, Packet and Timing Chip Pick-up, XTERRA Expo Village - Due to Covid protocols, all individuals over the age of 12 must pick up their own numbers this year. No group pickup. 
11am XTERRA University for Trail Runners, presented by Paul Mitchell, Trail Run Clinic w/ATRA Founder Nancy Hobbs, Amphitheater
2pm XTERRA University Run Clinic, presented by Paul Mitchell with Rom Akerson and Loanne Duvoisin, Amphitheater
3pm XTERRA University MTB Clinic presented by Paul Mitchell with Josiah Middaugh and Flora Duffy, Amphitheater
4pm Autograph Signing w/Flora Duffy, Amphitheater
6:30pm XTERRA World Championship Triathlon Welcome Dinner, The Ritz-Carlton Ballroom (complimentary for triathlon competitors, friends and family available for purchase at registration)

 

Saturday, December 4

Time Activity
6:30-9:30am Covid testing available ($93 per test), finish area
6:30-8:30am XTERRA Trail Run Worlds and Kapalua Trail Run Packet Pickup (pre-registered athletes only, NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION), XTERRA Expo Village behind the Ritz-Carlton
8:30am-1pm Paul Mitchell Tea Tree Cut-a-thon, a benefit for the Challenged Athletes Foundation
8:30am Leilani’s XTERRA 3.3K Trail Run Start
8:35am Hula Grill XTERRA 5K Trail Run Start
8:55am Duke’s Beach House XTERRA 10K Trail Run Start
9:30am XTERRA Trail Run World Championship 21K Start
9:30am-4pm Triathlon Packet and Timing Chip Pick-up, XTERRA Expo Village (Plantation Ballroom)
10am 3.3K/5K Trail Run Awards Ceremony
11am Kimo’s XTERRA Keiki K Run (free for kids 10 and under)
11am XTERRA 10K Awards Ceremony
12:30pm Run and Bike Course Open
12:30pm XTERRA Trail Run World Championship 21K cut-off at mile 7 (competitors arriving after this time, will not be allowed to continue)
1pm XTERRA Trail Run World Championship 21K Awards Ceremony
2pm XTERRA University, presented by Paul Mitchell “Art of XTERRA,” w/Brad Weiss, Ruben Ruzafa, Melanie McQuaid, and Mauricio Mendez, The Ritz-Carlton Ballroom
3pm Mandatory Triathlon Competitor Briefing, The Ritz-Carlton Ballroom and live on Facebook (check facebook.com/xterraplanet for updates)
5-7pm XTERRA Trail Run World Championship Post-Race Celebration The Ritz-Carlton Ballroom (Complimentary for 21K competitors only)

 

Sunday, December 5

Time Activity
6:30am Transition Open for set-up
6:30-9:30am Covid testing available ($93 per test), finish area
6:30am Body Marking, Swim Cap and Timing Chip Pickup Open, XTERRA Expo Village (finish area)
8:00am XTERRA World Championship ELITE START
8:20am Transition Closed
9am XTERRA World Championship AGE GROUP START 
10am-3pm Paul Mitchell Tea Tree Cut-a-thon, a benefit for the Challenged Athletes Foundation
10:30am World Championship elite winner expected
11:50am World Championship age group winner expected
1:30pm Pro Awards Ceremony, XTERRA Expo Village (finish area)
2:15pm Cut-off at T2 - competitors arriving after this time will not be allowed to continue
3pm Transition closed – all gear removed
6:30pm-12am XTERRA Triathlon Awards Dinner & After Party, The Ritz-Carlton Ballroom (Complimentary for triathlon competitors. Additional tickets available for purchase at registration.)

 

Monday, December 6

Time Activity
9am-12pm Lost & Found, Directors Room at the The Ritz-Carlton

Course Information and Maps

Please note courses are tentative and subject to change.

TRAIL RUN 1 DISTANCE: 3 km (1.8 miles)
MOUNTAIN BIKE DISTANCE: Two 15.5 km loops (9.6 miles) on the slopes of the West Maui Mountains
TRAIL RUN 2 DISTANCE: 10.5 km (6.5 miles)

The XTERRA World Championship course is perpetually evolving. In 1996 the race featured point-to-point swim, bike, and run legs over sharp lava rocks and dry, dusty bowls on Maui’s south shore.

In 2011 the race moved to Kapalua and into wet forest trails, pineapple fields, and ridgelines high above the northwest coast on Maui Land & Pineapple Company’s private 22,000-acre oasis. Improvements to the trail structure have been made each season, and in 2019, the mountain bike course was re-imagined from one big 32-kilometer loop to two 15.5-kilometer loops to improve the race experience and minimize the impact severe weather has on the route.

The two-loop course will also route all the way on to hotel grounds to provide a much better spectator experience.

Start Times Note: Times may change. Changes will be announced at the athlete briefing.

1 Elite men and women 8:00 AM
2 Age-group Men 39 and Under 9:00 AM
3 Age-group Men 40-49 9:03 AM
4 Age-group Men 50+, Challenged Men and Organizers 9:06 AM
5 Age-group Women 9:09 AM

XTERRA follows USA Triathlon rules regarding wetsuits and speedsuits.

NO WETSUITS ALLOWED for PROS and AGE GROUPERS.

SPEED SUITS or SKIN SUITS ARE PERMITTED.

Click here to see list of acceptable suits

AID STATIONS

Competitors are encouraged to be responsible for their own hydration during the race (ie. Bring your own bike bottles and hydration packs). Water and Gatorade will be available on course. There will be five aid stations on the run, each roughly a mile apart, serving water and Gatorade.

XTERRA COURSE MAPS

COURSE MAPS ARE TENTATIVE AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

Full Race:   View in google maps

Run 1 ("Swim") Course: View in alltrails.com I View in google maps

Bike Course:   View in alltrails.com for map and elevation |  View in google maps | Download .gpx file

Run Course:   View in alltrails.com for map and elevation |  View in google maps | Download .gpx file

COURSE PRACTICE HOURS

Wristbands will be required for all pre-riding and running starting December 1. Please visit COVID-19 check stations at The Ritz-Carlton Ballroom to receive your wristbands starting Wednesday, December 1.  

The course will be open, marked, and ready to ride on Saturday, November 27, simply be respectful of regular users playing Frisbee, walking dogs, jogging, etc.

The entire bike and run course is available anytime from sunrise to sunset, except Saturday during our XTERRA Trail Run World Championship and Kapalua 3.3k/5k/10k/21k races from 9am-2pm. It will reopen for riding/running after the trail runners have cleared the course.

ON ROAD RIDING

We recommend you head north from Kapalua on Highway 30 – a mile north the road turns into a winding country road with plenty of hill and gorgeous scenery. The village of Kahakola is 14 miles away.

RUN PRACTICE COURSE

The run course is part of the Village Walking Trails and is open to the public. You can run any day between sunrise and sunset except Saturday, December 4. The course will be closed until 2pm for XTERRA Trail Run Worlds and Kapalua Trail Runs. Follow the Red Arrows.

 

TRAIN WITH WHAT’S ON COURSEGATORADE

Lemon-lime Gatorade Endurance Formula will be available on course at all aid stations. Endurance Formula has nearly two times the sodium and three times the potassium of traditional Gatorade. Newly reformulated, it now contains no artificial flavors or sweeteners and a new, lighter flavor.

Start List

Download our current start list (as of Nov 9, 2021) below:

START LIST

Participating Bike Shops and Bike Techs

OFFICIAL BIKE SHOPS

KRANK CYCLES
A full-service bike shop offering rental, repairs and sales. The will be on-site at the XTERRA Expo at the Ritz-Carlton Kapalua.

1120 Makawao Ave, Makawao, HI 96768
www.krankmaui.com
Phone: (808) 572.2299
Email: Moose [at] krankmaui.com

WEST MAUI CYCLES
Located in Lahaina is the closest bike shop to the Kapalua XTERRA venue. They are a full-service bike shop offering bicycle rentals, bike repairs and bicycle sales.

1087 Limahana Pl, #6, Lahaina, Hawaii 96761
www.westmauicycles.com
Phone: (808) 661-9005
Email: Info [at] WestMauiCycles.com

 

ADDITIONAL BIKE SHOPS

MAUI CYCLERY
A full-service bike shop with sales, rentals, wrenchmen and more. They also offer bike tours for the entire family. A “cycling experience” which is more like a fantasy bike camp for riders and less of a traditional guided bike tour.

99 Hana Hwy, Paia, HI 96779
www.gocyclingmaui.com
Phone: (808) 579-9009

 

MOUNTAIN BIKE RENTALS

KRANK CYCLES

  • Full service bike shop
  • Full box and packing at Ritz also discounted shipping with our service
  • Over 50 mountain rentals
  • Certified techs
  • Fox and SRAM certified
  • Professional suspension tuning and set up

www.krankmaui.com
Phone: (808) 572.2299
Email: Moose [at] krankmaui.com

SOUTH MAUI CYCLES
http://www.southmauibicycles.com/RENTALS.php
Email: southmauibicycles [at] gmail.com

ISLAND BIKER
http://islandbiker.com/rentals.asp?id=12&cat=Maui%20Bike%20Rentals
Email: rjn [at] maui.net

MAUI CYCLERY
http://www.gocyclingmaui.com/rentals.html
Email: rentals [at] gocyclingmaui.com

Reception and Dinner

Sunday, 6:30pm-12am - Awards Dinner & After Party

Celebrate your accomplishment of competing on Maui at this gala dinner. Your race entry includes entry to the event and friends and family may purchase a ticket for $80 Adult/$40 Child 5-12. Lap children 4 and under are free. All ticket holders will receive a coupon for a celebratory beer (21 and over).

Top finishers in each division will step up to the podium, relive your race with the famed race highlight video, and rock out with a live band at the After Party till the clock strikes midnight.  This is a night to remember!

Masks are required.

 

Prize Information

It is a “winner take all” race, with one of the richest pro purses in multi-sport at $100,000 USD and it is awarded solely on the basis of the Maui performance. Since this race is a stand-alone event, it offers a unique opportunity to competitors as even those who have had a less than stellar season are given an opportunity to redeem themselves and earn the coveted title of XTERRA World Champion.

Pl Men   Pl Women
1 20000   1 20000
2 12000   2 12000
3 7000   3 7000
4 4000   4 4000
5 2500   5 2500
6 1500   6 1500
7 1100   7 1100
8 800   8 800
9 600   9 600
10 500   10 500
         
  $50,000     $50,000

2021 Elite Prize Money Policy:

All elites earning prize money will receive onsite a W-9 (US resident) or W-8BEN (foreign national) form and a bank wire information form.  Return your completed forms by email to samantha.paulson [at] xterraplanet.com.

Prize money will be paid by bank wire within two-to-four weeks.

Foreign elites will be subject to 30% withholding and may file a refund through the IRS 2021 form 1040NR by April 15, 2022.

THE DOUBLE

The Double award is given annually to the elite and amateur man and woman with the fastest combined XTERRA World Championship and Ironman Hawaii Championship time. The fastest elite man and woman earn $2,500 cash each. All Double participants receive a commemorative t-shirt.

DAVE DESANTIS XTERRA LEGACY GRANT 

Made possible by 2015 XTERRA Warrior award recipient Dave DeSantis, the Dave DeSantis XTERRA Legacy Grant provides one man and one woman, each year for five years (2018-2022), an opportunity to experience an international XTERRA race. Travel funded by the grant is designed to support recipients with financial need to go after their boldest XTERRA travel dream, and result in a connection with the global XTERRA community through a shared love of the "Live More" spirit. 

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP AGE GROUP AUTOMATIC QUALIFIER

All age group World Champions are offered the opportunity to defend their title at the following XTERRA World Championship. Sign up to race by January 1st, 2022.

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPION BIKE JERSEY

XTERRA World Champions in all divisions will receive a complimentary official World Champion bike jersey. 

Payments, Cancellations, and Refunds

In this unprecedented year, we are offering athletes the option to purchase race entries on a payment plan vs. pay in full.

Payment Plan - You must select the "Enroll in a Payment Plan" option when registering, or the system will default to Pay in Full.

The Payment Plan offers two payments:

ENTRY AFTER September 15, 2021:

1. Payment 1/At the time of registration - Active registration fees, USA Triathlon license, plus Active Refund (if selected) will be charged, plus any donation that you choose to include.
Athletes may cancel at any time up until October 15 (11:59 pm EST) and receive a refund of the Active fees and Active Refund. Donations are non-refundable. Cancel by email by writing to info [at] xterraplanet.com with your name and event name in the request. 

2. Payment 2/On October 16, 2021 - Credit cards will be automatically charged for the entry fee only. No refunds are available on or after October 16, 2021*, with the exception of those who purchased "Active Refund". 

ENTRY August 24-September 15, 2021:

1. Payment 1/At the time of registration - Active registration fees, USA Triathlon license, plus Active Refund (if selected) will be charged, plus any donation that you choose to include.
Athletes may cancel at any time up until September 30 (11:59 pm EST) and receive a refund of the Active fees and Active Refund. Donations are non-refundable. Cancel by email by writing to info [at] xterraplanet.com with your name and event name in the request. 

2. Payment 2/On October 1, 2021 - Credit cards will be automatically charged for the entry fee only. No refunds are available on or after October 1, 2021*, with the exception of those who purchased "Active Refund". 

ENTRY PRIOR TO August 24, 2021:

1. Payment 1/At the time of registration - Active registration fees, USA Triathlon license, plus Active Refund (if selected) will be charged, plus any donation that you choose to include.
Athletes may cancel at any time up until August 31 (11:59 pm EST) and receive a refund of the Active fees and Active Refund. Donations are non-refundable. Cancel by email by writing to info [at] xterraplanet.com with your name and event name in the request. 

2. Payment 2/On September 1, 2021 - Credit cards will be automatically charged for the entry fee only. No refunds are available on or after September 1, 2021*, with the exception of those who purchased "Active Refund". 

Paid in Full Athletes may request a partial refund of $125 with written notice to info [at] xterraplanet.com on or before August 31, 2021.  No refunds on or after September 1, 2021.*

Medical or military assignment refund requests after August 31, 2021, will be considered, but not guaranteed. Email a written request to info [at] xterraplanet.com with your name, event name, and reason for the request, accompanied by a doctor’s note or military orders.

Active Refund (If purchased)- Athletes who are residents of the USA, Canada, UK, or Australia are encouraged to consider protecting their registration with "Active Refund" during the initial registration process.  Athletes may cancel for any reason up to 48 hours prior to the event, and receive a full refund from Active Refunds. The cost of Active Refund, donations, and Active fees are non-refundable. Just the entry fee would be refunded. USA Triathlon Licenses, Active Refund and Active registration fees are not refundable.

Positive COVID-19 test Refund - athletes who test positive for COVID-19 within 10 days of the event may not compete.  A full refund (minus Active fees) will be provided with an email to info [at] xterraplanet.com and a copy of your positive test result.

*2021 Cancellation of the event due to COVID-19
Athletes will be offered their choice of the following options: Full refund (minus Active fees) OR deferral to the 2022 XTERRA World Championship.

FAQ - Covid and Travel

Q: What vaccinations are accepted for travel to the U.S.A?
A. CDC list of accepted vaccines is here:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/international-travel/travel-assessment/foreign-vaccine.html

Q: If I'm vaccinated, will I need to show a negative COVID Test at the race site?
A: No, testing is not required for vaccinated participants, friends, family, or travel partners.

Q: Which participants and spectators are required to be vaccinated OR tested?
A: All participants and spectators must be vaccinated OR test negative for COVID-19 every 72 hours (12 years old and over - 11 and under not required). Proof of vaccination or a negative test will be required prior to packet pick-up and/or race. Children 11 and under are exempt from showing proof of vaccination or negative test at the XTERRA World Championship.

To speed up your onsite registration and packet pickup process, fill out your vaccination survey HERE before arrival. 

Q: If I’m not vaccinated and need a negative COVID test, what kind of test do I need?
A:  Rapid antigen or PCR/NAAT test. Test must be performed by an independent 3rd party (eg. medical service provider - hospital, clinic, lab, pharmacy).  “Home” or self-tests like BINAXNow are not acceptable unless they are performed with an unopened test kit and the test is taken in the presence of XTERRA health officials. 

Q: Where can I get a COVID Test on Maui?
A: There are several testing options. It all depends on what you need it for (for event or for travel) and what kind of test you need.
Note: It is the athletes responsibility to find out what specific test is required for entry into their arrival destination(s).

As of November 30, 2021:
-Free testing is available for Maui County Residents and to Visitors as a Voluntary 2nd Test at Minit Medical, brought to you by the County of Maui and Mayor Victorino.  And online appointment is required.  There is a test location in Lahaina at the Lahaina Civic Center open Monday and Saturday 8am-3pm.  Other locations are available throughout the island.
Information and booking link: https://www.minitmed.com/pre-register-maui-covid-19

-Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua Onsite Testing will be from 9-11am on Wed, Thu, Fri, and Saturday and Sunday from 6:30-9:30am.
The cost for rapid antigen tests is $93 and takes about 12 minutes.  
There is also an NAAT test option available that works for travel back to Canada, and some other countries, for $225, that takes about 40-minutes and comes with a printout and email good for travel.

-Paid, rapid antigen testing is available by appointment at Doctors on Call, Maui in Lahaina.
3350 Lower Honoapiilani Road, Unit 221, Lahaina, HI 96761.  
If you have questions, call 808-667-7676 and speak to a receptionist.
For Hawaii residents, testing is covered by some insurance - HMSA/BCBS PPO & HMO, HMAA, Kaiser, UHA, & Medicare. For all others the cost will be $93, paid at the time of service by credit card, no cash accepted. Information and registration forms: https://doctorsoncallmaui.com/rapid-covid-testing-center/

-Clinical Labs of Hawaii
https://www.clinicallabs.com/appt/needorderreason/

-Minit Medical Travel COVID-19 Testing:
https://www.minitmed.com/travel-covid-19-testing

County of Maui COVID-19 Call Center
The call center will operate during normal business hours from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
The phone number is (808) 270-7855.
The call center is available to answer questions relating to COVID-19 in Maui County.

Q: What are the rules on having to quarantine?
A: It varies depending on where you are from. The new travel policy requiring foreign nationals traveling to the United States to demonstrate proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 will take effect November 8.  The CDC’s website explains that, for purposes of entry into the United States, the accepted vaccines will include FDA approved or authorized and WHO Emergency Use Listing vaccines.  (Please see https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/testing-international-air-travelers.html.)

UPDATE: On Tuesday, November 2, 2021, Hawaii Governor David Ige announced that the state will welcome international travelers to Hawaii under the new federal requirements beginning Monday, November 8, 2021, and that it also would ease requirements for fully vaccinated domestic travelers.

NEW RULES FOR TRAVELERS
New federal requirements for international travel start Monday, November 8, 2021:

>> Non-U.S. citizens traveling directly to Hawaii from international destinations must present both a vaccination record and a negative COVID-19 test result (NAAT or antigen) within three days of boarding a flight to the United States.

>> U.S. citizens flying directly to Hawaii from an international destination have one of two options. They may provide proof of vaccination and present a test taken within three days of boarding a flight to the U.S. Travelers not fully vaccinated may provide proof of negative COVID-19 test result within one day of boarding a flight to the U.S.

>> There will be no additional state requirements for passengers flying directly into Hawaii from an international destination. Airlines will screen passengers prior to their departure to the U.S.

>> If foreign passengers fail to meet both requirements and if U.S. citizens fail to meet one of the two requirements, they will not be allowed to board the flight. Once in Hawaii, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will conduct compliance checks.

>> Tests do not have to be done with the state’s trusted travel partners under the new international federal requirements, but they must be done with a trusted travel partner for unvaccinated domestic travel.

>> International passengers entering the U.S. from another state or territory will be treated as domestic travelers when entering the state. The Safe Travels Hawaii program remains in place for domestic travelers.

Safe Travels Hawaii requirements for domestic travelers
>> Create a Safe Travels Hawaii account on a digital device.
>> Enter trip details.
>> Fill out a health form.
>> Attest that all information is correct.
>> Starting Monday, domestic travelers may bypass the state’s mandatory 10-day quarantine by uploading proof that they have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19 with a vaccine that has been approved or authorized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and vaccines listed for emergency use by the World Health Organization.
>> Another way that domestic travelers may bypass Hawaii’s quarantine is by uploading a negative NAAT test result. The test must be taken by a trusted travel partner within three days of departure for Hawaii.

Helpful FAQ on Safe Travels Hawaii website here: https://hawaiicovid19.com/travel/faqs/

Q: If I am NOT vaccinated, when do I need to take my covid test?
Within 72 hours of admission to packet pickup at the XTERRA Village at The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua 
AND Within 72 hours of race starting time.

Q: Is my Safe Hawaii Travels Test valid for XTERRA?
A: Yes – but only if it was taken within 72 hours of packet pickup or race.  
You may need to test again as results are valid for 72 hours.

Q: I have recovered from COVID and am not vaccinated.  Do I need to provide a negative covid test?
A: As of today (October 21, 2021), Yes.  However, if policy updates are made to accept “green pass” documents we will as well.

Q: Is the Safe Travels Hawaii Program mandatory?
A: Yes, but we expect the policy details to change in the coming days. Look at the website for the most up-to-date information: https://hawaiicovid19.com/travel/

Q: Where can I find the most current information on the U.S. Travel Policies?
A: https://travel.state.gov/
https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/News/visas-news/update-on-us-travel-policy-requiring-covid-19-vaccination.html
Note: We Expect an Update on Policy details shortly.

Q: Can international travelers now fly to the U.S.?
A: Yes. Starting November 8, 2021, all non-U.S. citizen, non-U.S. immigrants can travel to the United States by air are by showing proof of COVID-19 vaccination and a negative test prior to departure. There are a few limited exceptions as well. Details on the CDC and U.S. State Department websites below:
- CDC (10.25.21): https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/noncitizens-US-air-travel.html
- U.S. Travel Policy (10.25.21): https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/News/visas-news/safely-resuming-travel-by-vaccine-requirement-and-rescission-of-travel-restrictions.html

Q: What’s the difference between Hawaii COVID-19 travel rules and U.S. Rules?
A: Hawaii has its own program called Safe Travels Hawaii with unique rules for coming into Hawaii. We expect the Safe Travels Hawaii rules will be updated soon to reflect the new loosened restrictions entering the U.S. You can find current program details here:
https://hawaiicovid19.com/travel/ 

Accommodations

Kapalua ResortHOST DESTINATION – KAPALUA RESORT

The XTERRA World Championship is headquartered at the Kapalua Resort, which will serve as base camp for off-road triathlon’s greatest day.

Race expo will be at The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua.

 

HOST PROPERTY

THE RITZ-CARLTON, KAPALUA

Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua

The AAA Five-Diamond Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua showcases a stunning, fully-renovated destination resort offering 463 guestrooms, including 107 residential suites, boasting warm-hued wood floors, rich travertine bathrooms, flat-screen LCD televisions and Hawaiian-inspired artwork.  The Waihua Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua beckons with treatment rooms framed by private garden showers, volcanic stone grottos, steam, sauna and whirlpool therapies, outdoor couple’s hale (cabanas) and a fitness center and movement studio with spectacular ocean views. Learn more at www.ritzcarlton.com/kapalua.

Special XTERRA room rates* at The Ritz-Carlton are offered:

Terrace Room              $271/night
Deluxe Room              $292/night
Deluxe Oceanview     $324/night
Ocean View Suite      $488/night

*plus state and local taxes (currently 14.41666%) and discounted resort fee of $35/night plus tax.

Reservations must be received on or before Friday, November 5. Rooms may be offered on a space/rate available basis after this date.

Book Now!
Or call and ask for the "XTERRA" rate from this list of phone numbers by country: https://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/reservations/phone

 

Outrigger Hotels and ResortsOUTRIGGER HOTELS AND RESORTS

If you are in the mood for a luxurious stay in a spacious condo amongst shops and restaurants, a spa, and a sparkling ocean just outside your door, then Outrigger Hotels and Resorts are just what you are looking for. Three Outrigger Hotels and Resorts properties are offering up to 20% off discount the lowest flexible rate to XTERRA World Championship triathlon and trail run participants. Use the codes below when booking:

Kapalua Villas, Kapalua: XTMAUI
Nāpili Shores, Napili: XTMAUI
Honua Kai Resort & Spa, Kaanapali: XTERRA

Book Now!

Air Travel

STATE OF HAWAII TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Regulations regarding travel to the U.S. and the State of Hawaii are subject to change.

The new travel policy requiring foreign nationals traveling to the United States to demonstrate proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 will take effect November 8.  The CDC’s website explains that, for purposes of entry into the United States, the accepted vaccines will include FDA approved or authorized and WHO Emergency Use Listing vaccines.  (Please see https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/testing-international-air-travelers.html.)

On Tuesday, November 2, 2021, Hawaii Governor David Ige announced that the state will welcome international travelers to Hawaii under the new federal requirements (links below) beginning Monday, November 8, 2021, and that it also would ease requirements for fully vaccinated domestic travelers.

NEW RULES FOR TRAVELERS

New federal requirements for international travel start Monday

>> Non-U.S. citizens traveling directly to Hawaii from international destinations must present both a vaccination record and a negative COVID-19 test result (NAAT or antigen) within three days of boarding a flight to the United States.

>> U.S. citizens flying directly to Hawaii from an international destination have one of two options. They may provide proof of vaccination and present a test taken within three days of boarding a flight to the U.S. Travelers not fully vaccinated may provide proof of negative COVID-19 test result within one day of boarding a flight to the U.S.

>> There will be no additional state requirements for passengers flying directly into Hawaii from an international destination. Airlines will screen passengers prior to their departure to the U.S.

>> If foreign passengers fail to meet both requirements and if U.S. citizens fail to meet one of the two requirements, they will not be allowed to board the flight. Once in Hawaii, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will conduct compliance checks.

>> Tests do not have to be done with the state’s trusted travel partners under the new international federal requirements, but they must be done with a trusted travel partner for unvaccinated domestic travel.

>> International passengers entering the U.S. from another state or territory will be treated as domestic travelers when entering the state. The Safe Travels Hawaii program remains in place for domestic travelers.

Safe Travels Hawaii requirements for domestic travelers

>> Create a Safe Travels Hawaii account on a digital device.

>> Enter trip details.

>> Fill out a health form.

>> Attest that all information is correct.

>> Starting Monday, November 8, 2021, domestic travelers may bypass the state’s mandatory 10-day quarantine by uploading proof that they have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19 with a vaccine that has been approved or authorized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and vaccines listed for emergency use by the World Health Organization.

>> Another way that domestic travelers may bypass Hawaii’s quarantine is by uploading a negative NAAT test result. The test must be taken by a trusted travel partner within three days of departure for Hawaii.

Helpful FAQ on Safe Travels Hawaii website here: https://hawaiicovid19.com/travel/faqs/

Source: Office of the Governor

Find our latest updates here: https://www.xterraplanet.com/2021-world-championship-updates

MAUI AIRPORTS

There are two airports on Maui, Kahului and Kapalua. Kahului (OGG) is the main airport and handles most of the arrivals to Maui. There are direct flights to Kahului from many U.S. cities.  If you are flying into Honolulu and then on to Maui, Kahului offers the most options.

Flying into Kapalua airport from Honolulu or Kona on Mokulele Airlines is also an option. The schedule is limited, however the airport is only a ten minute drive from Kapalua Resort and there is a complimentary shuttle to properties within the Resort (Phone: 808-665-9110).

IMPORTANT TSA TRAVEL INFORMATION

The TSA at Maui’s Kahului Airport (OGG) would like to offer you a few helpful tips for your return flight home that will help expedite you through the Pre-Flight Airline Check-In and TSA Security Process.

READ THE TSA STATEMENT ON YOUR TRAVEL TO AND FROM MAUI

(Available languages: English, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese and Japanese)

Ground Transportation

RENTAL CAR

 

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Hertz - our Preferred Car Rental Agency, offers 5% off all rentals to XTERRA participants, friends and family.
Use code 2213376 when you book your car. Good for travel to XTERRA events and personal travel.
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You can also enroll in “Hertz Gold Plus Rewards” at no additional cost to bypass the counter and go straight to your car. 
To enroll in the program, click here to go to the Hertz Gold Plus Rewards enrollment page. Once you complete the enrollment process, you will be issued a #1 Club Gold Number instantly, which will be sent to your email. Existing Gold members, please log in to your profile if you have not already, and change your Corporate Discount Program to 2213376.

If you want to explore the island during your stay, a rental car is your best option and all the major companies are available at the Kahului Airport.

If you need a large vehicle to transport a large group or a lot of equipment, check out www.mauivans.com.

SPEEDISHUTTLE

SpeediShuttle provides shared ride airport transportation in Mercedes shuttles between OGG the Ritz Carlton Kapalua. Guests with prearranged arrival reservations are met in the baggage claim area, then directed to their waiting shuttle. Vehicle amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, 6’1” headroom, three point seat restraints, adjustable headrests and roomy comfortable seats.

Make your Reservation Today

KAPALUA RESORT SHUTTLE

The Kapalua Resort Shuttle offers transportation between any two points within the resort. Simply call the shuttle service center at 808-665-9110 and a shuttle will be dispatched as soon as possible.

EVENT PARKING

On Saturday and Sunday, please park in the XTERRA Event lot by D.T. Fleming Beach. Take Hanoapiilani Highway to Kapalua. Pass the entrance to Kapalua Resort (Office Road) and turn left at Lower Hanoapiilani Road. Follow the road to D.T. Fleming Beach and turn right into the parking lot just past the pre school.

LOCAL BUS SERVICE

There is bus service on Maui but you can’t bring luggage on board. it’s good for getting around locally and has a bike rack on the front.  However, the bus makes frequent stops and it takes some time to get around.

Directions

Driving to Kapalua Kapalua is about an hour’s drive from Maui’s main airport in Kahului. From the airport, follow the signs to Lahaina/Kaanapali. You will be on Highway 380 (Dairy Road) through the town of Kahului and turn left on Highway 30, which takes you to West Maui. Drive 25 miles past Maui’s famed Pali cliffs, scenic beaches, the old whaling town of Lahaina, and the resort areas of Kaanapali, Kahana, and Napili before entering Kapalua, on Office Road.

EVENT ADDRESS

Event address is The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua, One Ritz-Carlton Drive, Lahaina, HI 96761 and telephone 808-669-6200. Here you’ll find athlete packet pickup, event registration, bike technical support, clinics, and expo booths. The hotel grounds are home to the race start and finish and transition. The start line for the triathlon is at DT Fleming Beach, adjacent to the resort.

PARKING

Parking On race day – Saturday and Sunday – Please park in the XTERRA Event lot. Follow the XTERRA parking signs on Hanoapiilani Highway past the entrance to Kapalua Resort (Office Road) and turn left into the parking lot. The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua has limited parking and it is used primarily by hotel guests. If you park in the lot, validate your parking ticket at the XTERRA Village, Dinner check-in, or at the bell desk in front of the hotel. For our dinner functions, parking is in the lot at The Ritz-Carlton, as well as public lots and streets in the area. Please be courteous to our host community by not blocking driveways and not parking in marked No Parking Zones.
 

Discover Maui and the Islands of Aloha

Maui Visitor BureauMaui is the birthplace of XTERRA, and Hawai’i is our home. We invite you to explore the distinct and unique experiences of all of the Hawaiian Islands.

 

Make the most of your trip to Maui by letting the local experts help you plan your trip. Find hotels, rental cars, maps and more!

MAUI – MOLOKAI – LANAI - KAUAI - HAWAII BIG ISLAND - OAHU

“HIUWAI AND E AL E” HAWAIIAN CLEANSING AND REJUVENATION CEREMONY

The Beach House Lawn at D.T. Fleming Beach

Athletes, friends and family are welcome to participate in this very special Sunrise Hawaiian Cleansing and Rejuvenation Ceremony where you will be met by renowned cultural advisor, Clifford Naeole.

Clifford will lead you in a ceremony where you will enter the water (or just wade and bath in it) to release negative thoughts, actions, and any other concerns from your life.  As the sun rises to the chanter’s voice, all is forgiven, and you will begin your life renewed and rejuvenated.

All present will be considered participants – and please be there on time, as the ceremony is timed to meet the sunrise and will start promptly Friday at 5:45am.

XTERRA would like to thank all of the sponsors that make the XTERRA World Championship event happen.

Paul Mitchell

PAUL MITCHELL

Presenting Sponsor of XTERRA

Founded in 1980 by John Paul DeJoria and Paul Mitchell, John Paul Mitchell Systems produces more than 100 products—from award-winning styling and care products to cutting-edge heat styling tools and professional hair color—and is available in over 80 countries worldwide.

Learn more at www.paulmitchell.com

Kapalua Resort

KAPALUA RESORT

Official XTERRA Host Destination

Kapalua Resort is a 22,000-acre, master-planned community on Maui ’s northwest coast.  The resort is renowned for its world-class golf courses – The Bay and The Plantation Courses; 11 residential communities; premier accommodations at The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua and The Kapalua Villas, a tennis complex; the all new 30,000 square foot Kapalua Spa, three white sand beaches, including two of America’s Best Beaches, and a myriad of restaurants and shops.  Kapalua Resort hosts signature events each year:  the PGA TOUR’s season-opening Hyundai Tournament of Champions in January, The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua’s Celebration of the Arts Festival in April and the Kapalua Wine & Food Festival in June. For more information, visit kapalua.com or call 1-800-KAPALUA.

Ritz Carlton

THE RITZ CARLTON, KAPALUA

Official XTERRA Host Property

The AAA Five-Diamond Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua showcases a stunning, fully-renovated destination resort offering 463 guestrooms, including 107 residential suites, boasting warm-hued wood floors, rich travertine bathrooms, flat-screen LCD televisions and Hawaiian-inspired artwork.  The Waihua Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua beckons with treatment rooms framed by private garden showers, volcanic stone grottos, steam, sauna and whirlpool therapies, outdoor couple’s hale (cabanas) and a fitness center and movement studio with spectacular ocean views.  Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment program offers all interest levels an array of outdoor activities from land to sea, led by trained naturalists.  The breathtaking island resort also features six restaurants, enhanced indoor/outdoor meeting space, an inviting children’s pool and luxury cabanas.  The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua is nestled on 54 acres and enveloped by the 23,000 acre Kapalua Resort, renowned for two championship golf courses, award-winning restaurants and a historic pineapple plantation.

www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/kapalua-maui

Maui Visitors Bureau

MAUI VISITORS BUREAU

On the island of Maui, mornings of birdsong swell into days of pure exhilaration. From staggering natural beauty to one-of-a-kind adventures, Maui is a magical, tropical playground like no other.

Indeed, Maui is everything you have dreamed Hawaii to be, and almost certainly more than you imagined. Palm-shaded, powdery beaches and lush rainforests… Eclectic small towns and world-famous enclaves… Exclusive, world-class resorts and gem-like B&B’s. It’s all here.

But more importantly, Maui is home to a unique spirit. You will recognize it in the natural smiles that greet you daily, and you will feel its presence long after you depart.

www.visitmaui.com

 

Gatorade

GATORADE ENDURANCE

Official Energy Drink of XTERRA

We see you out there putting in the training to get ready for the XTERRA World Championship! G Endurance products are created specifically to help tough athletes like you replace the fluids and electrolytes lost when training and racing over prolonged periods. These products are backed by over 50 years of nutrition and hydration research at the Gatorade Sports Science Institute (GSSI). They deliver a 2:1 glucose:fructose blend that helps the body maximize carbohydrate absorption while minimizing GI distress. That means that with each serving, you’ll get the fluids and nutrients you need to dig deeper and work harder. G Endurance Formula will be available on-course delivering the fuel to unlock your best, start to finish. 

To learn more about G Endurance products, visit www.GatoradeEndurance.com.
Want to know where to buy locally? Check out our store locator here. #FormulatedforFarther

 

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TS RESTAURANTS

Presenting Sponsor of XTERRA Kapalua Trail Runs

TS Restaurants have some of the best dining options in Maui and all are located a short distance from Kapalua near the resort areas of Ka’anapali and Lahaina Town.

 

Maui Motorcycle Co.

MAUI MOTORCYCLE CO.

Maui Motorcycle Co. is conveniently located in the heart of Kahului, just minutes away from the airport. Our retail store features motorcycle, ATV, utility vehicle, and much, much more!

Visit www.mauimotorcycleco.com to learn more.

To become a partner or exhibitor, please reach out to:

Susie Meier

Sales & Strategic Partnerships

sponsorship [at] xterraplanet.com

Members of the media are invited to join us in the XTERRA press room located on the Lower Lobby Level of the Ritz-Carlton Kapalua. During the championship race XTERRA staff members will escort interested press members to key strategic locations throughout the course to track leaders and course happenings, and to get the best possible photos. You must reserve your seat in the press van in advance.

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Note: the press van leaves promptly at the designated time.

A press pass is required on race day for admittance to the finish area. Passes can be obtained at the XTERRA Pressroom. Log on to XTERRAMaui.com for complete race coverage. Live timing updates and social media feeds beginning race day at 9:00 a.m. Race report and results will be posted shortly after the race has concluded. Professional, high-resolution, full-color images from the race will be available to the media after the race.

Direct media inquiries to Trey Garman, trey [at] xterraplanet.com | 808-216-8606 (cell)

XTERRA TRAIL RUN WORLDS HAS A NEW HOME IN MAUI!

The XTERRA Trail Run World Championships 21K, which was held at Kualoa Ranch on Oahu for 12 years from 2008 – 2019, offers a challenging new course in the Kapalua Rainforest featuring lots of climbing, tropical jungle trails, epic views, and even some soft sand. No qualification is necessary. 

LEARN MORE AND REGISTER FOR XTERRA TRAIL RUN WORLDS

XTERRA KAPALUA TRAIL RUNS

Duke’s Beach House XTERRA 10km – Hula Grill XTERRA 5km – Leilani’s 3.3km – Kimo’s Keiki K

Hula Grill Dukes Beach House Kimos Leilani's On The Beach
 

LEARN MORE AND REGISTER FOR XTERRA KAPALUA TRAIL RUNS

 

DATE: Saturday, December 4, 2021 – 9am 21K – 9:10am 3.3K – 9:20am 5K – 9:40am 10K - 11am - Keiki K

WHERE: Ritz Carlton, Kapalua, Maui

DISTANCE: 21K World Championship, 3.3/5/10K trail runs, and Keiki K (10 and under)

The off-road adventurous spirit of XTERRA reaches out to the community with the XTERRA Trail Running World Championship and Kapalua Trail Runs as well as Kimo’s XTERRA Keiki K (free for kids 10 and under).

The XTERRA Trail Running World Championship will challenge runners from around the world on a brand-new-for-2021 21K course. No qualification is necessary, so test your skills against the best of the best or just come out to check out this brand new, beautiful course. A $10,000 prize purse will be split between the top 7 women and top 7 men overall. 

Duke’s Beach House XTERRA 10K, Hula Grill XTERRA 5K and Leilani’s XTERRA 3.3K races are open to one-and-all (the 3.3km is open for walkers too!).  All competitors will experience the famed XTERRA World Championship run course. Parents must register their children for any of the races.  Paul Mitchell stylists will be there cutting hair in exchange for a donation to the Challenged Athlete Foundation.

KEIKI K: Free fun run for kids 10 and under.  Distances are age appropriate 6-10 year olds run about 1/2km with 5 and under 100 yards. Parents must register their children. All participants get awards and post-race refreshments.  Sorry, no t-shirts for children.

ONSITE REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICKUP – New registration and packet pickup will be at the XTERRA Athlete Village at the Ritz Carlton Kapalua.

LEARN MORE AND REGISTER FOR XTERRA KAPALUA TRAIL RUNS

VOLUNTEER

The XTERRA World Championship weekend wouldn't be possible without our amazing volunteers, and we would love to have you on our team. Sign up at the link below. 

  • One free trail run race entry on Saturday, December 4 is available for all volunteers.

  • Free shirt and lunch will be given to all volunteers.

  • Receive documented volunteer hours.

  • COVID precautions will be in place.

  • Fundraising/donation opportunities are available.

In order to comply with local Covid protocols, in 2021, volunteers must:

  1. Wear masks during their volunteer shifts.

  2. Complete a waiver and health check prior to their volunteer shifts. XTERRA will provide both.

  3. Have a pre-race temperature check.

Contact Emily McIlvaine at volunteer [at] xterraplanet.com or call 877-751-8880 x 3 for any questions, to receive your registration code, and to discuss fundraising details. We hope you can join us! 

SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER HERE! 

 

For XTERRA World Championship information, email info [at] xterraplanet.com or call 877-751-8880. 

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