Tailwind Nutrition Announces Mountain Adventure as New Distributor for New Zealand

September 23, 2026

Christchurch-based Mountain Adventure will distribute Tailwind Nutrition’s full product range throughout New Zealand

Christchurch, New Zealand (September 23, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Tailwind Nutrition, the sports nutrition brand known for simple, complete and easy-to-use endurance nutrition, today announced Mountain Adventure as its new distribution partner for New Zealand.

Tailwind Nutrition’s full product range will be available through Mountain Adventure’s extensive network of outdoor, running and cycling retailers, with plans to expand the brand’s retail presence across New Zealand. The distribution strategy will focus strongly on specialist retailers, online channels and the wider trail running, endurance and outdoor community.

“We’re very excited to be working with Tailwind across New Zealand,” said Glenn Campbell, CEO and Sales Director of Mountain Adventure. “We have a huge amount of respect for the Tailwind community in New Zealand and are looking forward to supporting the athletes, retailers and events that have helped build the brand here. There are also no plans for any price increases for the foreseeable future.

“The passion for endurance sports across New Zealand is enormous,” said Jeff Vierling, Co-Founder and CEO of Tailwind Nutrition. “We are proud to continue fueling athletes with Tailwind Nutrition. Our new partnership with Mountain Adventure marks an exciting next chapter for Tailwind in New Zealand. This collaboration strengthens our presence across the country with expanded retail availability, improved local support, and full access to the complete Tailwind product range, including Rapid Hydration. We are thrilled to work alongside a partner so deeply connected to the endurance community and committed to helping athletes perform at their best.”

Tailwind Nutrition offers a range of products designed to support athletes before, during and after training and events:

• Rapid Hydration: A refreshing blend of electrolytes and Vitamin C, designed to support hydration during active lifestyles and shorter or less intense workouts.
• Endurance Fuel: Tailwind’s signature hydration mix, providing calories, electrolytes and hydration in one simple formula designed for easy digestion and fuelling during training and events.
• High Carb Fuel: Delivering 90 grams of carbohydrates in a 2:1 glucose-to-fructose ratio, High Carb Fuel is designed for high-intensity training sessions and race days.
• Recovery Mix: Combining carbohydrates, 20 grams of protein and electrolytes, Recovery Mix is designed for post-exercise recovery and preparation for the next session.

For more information about Tailwind Nutrition in New Zealand, please contact customerservice@mountainadventure.co.nz.

About Mountain Adventure

Mountain Adventure is a Christchurch-based importer and distributor of premium outdoor brands, connecting New Zealand adventurers with products trusted in the mountains and beyond.

Established in 1986, the company represents a carefully selected portfolio of international brands across the mountain, trail, outdoor and adventure categories. With a strong understanding of New Zealand’s unique outdoor environment, Mountain Adventure works closely with retailers, athletes, guides, events and outdoor communities to support the brands it represents and the people who use their products.

The company’s focus is simple: bringing quality, purpose-driven products to New Zealand while building genuine, long-term relationships with its retail partners and the wider outdoor community.

About Tailwind Nutrition

Founded in 2012, Tailwind Nutrition develops sports nutrition products designed to support athletes’ fuelling and recovery needs during exercise.

Developed in Durango, Colorado, Tailwind products are made without GMOs, dairy, soy or gluten and are formulated to be easy to digest. Tailwind’s range of drink mixes provides athletes with simple, convenient nutrition and hydration for training, racing and recovery.

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