Also interesting how many people in this race got DQed. There seems to be strict rules about "sleeping on private land".

#dotwatching #ttw26 #bikepacking

https://ttw26.maprogress.com/

Tour Te Waipounamu 2026 - MAProgress

"Riding a hardtail with flat pedals and homemade bags, he was asked about his aero arm sleeves and compression socks. “I’m not sure they’re real aero. I got them off AliExpress,” he replied."

Very much approve of THAT kind of performance oriented cycling!

#ultracycling #bikepacking #ttw26

https://bikepacking.com/news/luke-hoetjes-wins-tour-te-waipounamu-2026/

Luke Hoetjes Wins Tour Te Waipounamu 2026, Sets New Record

Luke Hoetjes was the first to finish the 2026 Tour Te Waipounamu, completing the 1,330-kilometer route in 4 days, 13 hours, and 20 minutes...

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