Mount Monster Highlights

One of the toughest endurance surf lifesaving events – and our Papamoa crew took it head on!

Luke Gillbanks – completed the entire challenge solo and placed 8th in the U19 Male Individual category – an incredible effort! Luke powered through the ski leg on a Guild & Spence Electrical branded surf ski, showing how local support fuels big achievements.
Oliver Pepers – teamed up with a non-Papamoa teammate and scored 2nd in U19 Male Teams – a fantastic result in a competitive field.

A massive CONGRATULATIONS to all the athletes who represented Pāpāmoa. You all showed grit, determination, and true Papamoa spirit!

Special SHOUT OUT to Guild & Spence Electrical - their commitment helps our athletes take on challenges like this and perform at their best. For all your electrical needs, contact Guild & Spence Electrical – trusted by our community and proud supporters of Pāpāmoa Surf Life Saving.

The Mount Monster is a tough 25km challenge featuring:
? Le Mans start: The race begins with a Le Mans-style start, where athletes sprint to their ski craft on Mount Maunganui's Main Beach.

? Ski paddle (12km): Participants complete two laps of a ski course that travels past North Rock and Motuotau Island.

? Soft-sand run (5km): Following the ski paddle, athletes must complete a run along the soft sand of the main beach.

? Ocean swim (1.5km): This leg includes a jump off the blowhole on Moturiki Island.

? Board paddle (6km): The final stage is a board paddle around North Rock and Motuotau Island before finishing on the main beach.