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Punnett’s Punisher

Thursday, 1 February 2024

14.3km
Distance
130min
Duration
885m
Elevation gain
Start point
Pineapple Track car park
Leader
Nick

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Route Details

Nick’s turn this week (btw still looking for offers for next week!) and he had a punishing run planned. I’ve managed to bend his arm and he’s shortened it a little. Meet at the base of the Pineapple Track (see location). You’ll ascend the Pineapple Track before heading north along Swampy Summit Track to the junction with Porkies Track. Descending Porkies, you’ll take Possum Busters back to the base of the Jim Freeman Track. Here begins the second grind uphill, past Ben Rudd Shelter, and onto the Firebreak Track. Once at the top of the Pineapple Track it’s a descent back to the cars +/- a diversion along McGouns Track. It’s a decent outing and covers two healthy climbs. I’m guessing it could be in the 12.5-13 km range and a joyous 750 metres (approx.) of total ascent. Thanks again to Nick for leading. Enjoy!

Run Report

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Solid route choice by Nick Punnett (https://www.strava.com/athletes/28335074), cheers for leading. For those asking, Jim Freeman was a long time member of the Otago Tramping and Mountaineering Club (from Dunedin Tracks & Trails)