Train Smart for the Full Distance Triathlon New Zealand in Taupō A 36-Week Plan for Senior Triathletes 60+ The Full Distance Triathlon New Zealand in Taupō is a race like no other—second only to Kona in legacy. You’ll swim 3.8km in the clear waters of Lake Taupō (avg. 65°F/18°C), ride 180km through rolling countryside, and run a scenic 42.2km along the lakefront, often in ideal race-day temps near 74°F (23°C). With passionate local support and a breathtaking course, this is a bucket-list race ...