Limb-it-less Shaz Dagg

21/02/2026

It's been one week since the event that has taken a good 10 months of my time, Would I turn the clock back...heck No, it's been such an incredible and unbelievable journey with so many highs, and yes, some lows if I'm been honest. Stumpy doesn't always want to play along and has had some serious harsh words given to it, but that's what's made this journey even more special. We worked through all the constant nerve pain firing and especially the times when I didn't think it would ever calm down.
How could I not push through to have the amazing Gemma McCaw beside throughout. Her constant calmness and incredible friendship have made this such an unforgettable journey. There have been so many highlights in the build-up that I could go on forever but they are only part of this journey. It's the people and support that has been with me thoughout, to many to thank but just a few to mention, first and foremost my amazing husband Owen, all the times he was been deserted so I could go and train, Sara for all her company on many long trainings and for been part of the best support crew along with Helen who also tripped me around the South Island in her camper. for also traveling up and assisting on day 2, especially at the end of the kayak leg. Then my great mate Kelley, along with Kenzyie who made the trip down to be there to cheer us on.
who sponsored this journey, thank you, I've absolutely loved been a part of you and your brand.
Never say never!
Dont let challenges limit you, you challenge your limits

15/02/2026

A quick update to let you know we knocked it off! Will do a final post once we recover.
Special thanks, though, to Helen Worboys, Sara Wills and Richie McCaw for all your amazing support crewing and everyone who supported us along the way. Without you, this would not have been possible.
Kathmandu
Kathmandu Coast to Coast Gemma McCaw
Mr Smith's Coaching
Kelley Waite

13/02/2026

Day 1 done and dusted!

12/02/2026

Team Gem&Shaz
The time has arrived! Lets go!
Going to be plenty of great banter with Gemma along side of me.
Feeling grateful for all our support and extremely lucky to have an incredible support crew of And Sara Wills along with and family who have made the trek down. They will do their best to keep you posted as we go over the next couple of days.

12/02/2026

The time has arrived! Lets go!
Kathmandu Coast to Coast and Kathmandu
Weather looking custard so it is now plan B run course. Couldn't do this without our amazing support crew of Helen Worboys and Sara Wills who are spoiling us and along with Kelley Waite and family who have made the trek down to support and of course the incredible Gemma McCaw beside me along the way❤️
Hopefully see you other side tomorrow evening.

It’s time 🤩 Tomorrow we line up for the Coast to Coast. Constantly inspired by Shaz… her strength, her character, and what she shows is possible for everyone!

08/01/2026

Cheeky wee article in the in-flight mag on my flight to Wanaka this morning. Off to do Kathmandu Coast to Coast training with the legend herself, Simone Maier and of course, Gemma McCaw will be putting me though my paces. 5 weeks to go, it's getting real now.
This journey is not about podiums or winning. it's encouraging others that "any age, any stage"

07/01/2026

When mad mates catch up after a while, what do we head out to do?? To push ourselves. Its been a while since Kelley and I caught up properly, since Ironman, actually, so what better way than to get a sweat up and some choice words while going up and up 😅 so great to reconnect with my trusty mad mate who is always there by my side on these different journeys. We even made the decision to do the Napier Triathlon Festival together after the Kathmandu Coast to Coast which is only 5 weeks away now, when Gemma McCaw and I team up to do the whole event together, side by side to encourage others to give things a nudge, no matter what age or stage. This is not about podiums or wins, as in our eyes, we are already winning for being able to be out there enjoying what we do. Grab life with both arms, will in my case, one arm 🦾😉
Thanks for following our journey so far.


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22/12/2025

Take 2 in the process of making our socket and harness for me to be able to use in the gym. How great is it to have Gerrard Smith from Mr Smith's Coaching there to throw ideas and give his input around this too.
Between Michael from the Limb Center and Gerrard, we will get this sussed. We have 2 ideas on the go after today's visit down in Wellington. This is all new learnings for the 3 of us, I know the process will take time, but it will be excellent once we get it nailed. Off home again now to trial it out and to give feedback in the new year.

12/12/2025

09/12/2025

03/11/2025

Had the best time with so many laughs, spills, splashes, and a great bunch of women while doing our Goats Pass venture. Perfect weather, and perfect company. Thanks to my incredible sidekick and amazing teammate, Gemma McCaw, for being there to assist with my swim while we tackled one of the many river crossings. I think we learnt a bit more about one another along this journey, and that's a big part of teamwork.
Next up is a trip down the Waimak next week in our duo kayak, all part of our buildup for our in feb 2026.



Kathmandu Coast to Coast
Kathmandu