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21st November 2018

Bondi Boys Meet With Richie McCaw For Ultimate Endurance Challenge

Two of Bondi's best-known lifeguards, Andrew "Reidy" Reid and Ryan "Whippet" Clark, are swapping the surf for snow, rivers, and mountain trails in an epic new television series that follows their quest to conquer New Zealand's legendary Coast to Coast alongside rugby great Richie McCaw.

The new adventure series will see Reidy and Whippet leave the iconic sands of Bondi Beach behind to tackle one of the world's toughest multisport endurance events. Stretching across New Zealand's South Island from the Tasman Sea to the Pacific Ocean, the Coast to Coast pushes competitors through a gruelling combination of trail running, cycling, and kayaking across spectacular alpine terrain.

Joining them on the journey is former All Blacks captain and Coast to Coast champion Richie McCaw. Renowned for his leadership on the rugby field and his passion for endurance sport, McCaw will bring invaluable experience and insight as the pair take on the challenge of a lifetime.

More than just a race, the series will capture the determination, humour, and resilience that have made Reidy and Whippet fan favourites. From intense training sessions and breathtaking landscapes to the highs and lows of race day, viewers will experience every step of their journey across one of the world's most iconic endurance events.

Blending adventure, elite sport, and unforgettable storytelling, the series promises to showcase not only the incredible Coast to Coast event but also the enduring friendship and teamwork required to overcome one of the Southern Hemisphere's greatest physical challenges.

From the surf of Bondi to the Southern Alps of New Zealand, this is a story of courage, endurance, and adventure that will inspire audiences to chase challenges of their own.