To the latest from the iconic annual pilgrimage crossing the South Island

Runners are scrambling over Goat Pass in the Coast-to-Coast Longest Day race.

Veteran multisport athlete turned commentator Dick Brunton has had an aerial view of the situation.



Former champion Braden Currie, a late entry after the postponement of Ironman New Zealand but with minimal tapering, has the men's lead ahead of Bobby Dean after negotiating the pass.

Rebecca Kingsford, Elena Ussher and Simone Maier are duelling in the women's.