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The route has been designed using computer mapping software and can be downloaded to a GPS system. We recommend that every competitor carries a GPS unit with the route stored to allow them to navigate the course successfully. There will be compulsory checkpoints throughout the course and each competitor must record their visit at each checkpoint, this will also be an oportunity to access food, fluids, rest or first aid. There will be strict time 'cut offs' in place at each major checkpoint (approximately every 25 miles) and if a competitor fails to reach any of the checkpoints within the stated time limit they will be removed from the event and not allowed to continue.

 

The 100 mile events starts at 5.30pm from Coniston Secondary School on Friday evening and the overall time allowed for the 100 mile route is 40 hours, the cut off times will be as follows:

 

The 50 mile route starts at 12.00pm on Saturday from Dalemain Estate and completes the final 50 miles of the full loop. Competitors will travel by coach (provided) from registration at Coniston to the start at Dalemain. The cut off times for the 50 mile event are as follows:

 

*The physical state of each competitor will be assessed at all intermediate checkpoints and should the marshals feel that any competitor is not in a fit state to continue, they will be withdrawn from the event and not allowed to continue any further. The health of each competitor is our prime concern and we will act accordingly.

 

To enter the 100 mile event you must be able to show experience of long distance running on road, trail or fell. As the route is on footpaths and bridleway, experience of running on open mountain terrain is not essential although there are some very broken and rocky stretches of path and bridleway throughout the route. Map reading skills are required and we advise that all competitors carry a GPS to assist their navigation.

 

To enter the 50 mile event you must have experience of long distance walking or running. The cut off times are less severe than the 100 mile route and long distance walkers with good fitness levels will be capable of completing the route. Map reading skills are required and we advise that all competitors carry a GPS to assist their navigation.

 

1. You must be medically fit and prepared to sign a medical disclaimer

2. You must be over the age of 18

3. You must have the experience and skills listed in the section above

4. You will be required to carry at some point:

 

The route will be marshalled with regular checkpoints but as you will be walking / running through the night, even the most experienced orienteers can go wrong when fatigue, darkness and mist potentially combine. The Garmin E-Trex H retails at approximately £60 and will be suitable for this event. You are not required to use the GPS at all times and you may use map and compass if preferred but we recommend that you carry the device in your pack.

 

What's at the checkpoints?
The majority of checkpoints are village or church halls where you can access toilets and refreshments, a small number will be marquees or vehicles. There will be a variety of food and drink available at each stop and you will be able to fuel yourself fully using these stops. There will be a communications marshal at each checkpoint and you must register your SPORTident SI-Card by dipping it into the electronic station to record your arrival and departure from each checkpoint.

 

 

Can my family or supporters follow me?
There will be several places during the route where family members or supporters can park and watch you pass by and these will be where the route passes a major town or village. It is critical that we minimise congestion on the course and for this reason personal support is not allowed at any other points on the route. This action is taken primarily to reduce congestion and minimise impact within Cumbria but we also feel that it would be unfair for some competitors to access 'extra support' not available to others. For this reason personal support is considered to be 'against the spirit of the event'. This is your challenge.  There are specific viewing points for event supporters:

1. Keswick (en route to Blencathra)
2. Dalemain CP8
3. Ambleside (en route to and from CP12)

 

You can arrive any time Friday at the start and finish location in Coniston where camping will be available for all competitors until Monday. If you prefer to find your own accommodation you should visit the Cumbria tourist information sites for suitable places to stay. A registration area will be in place where you can access information regarding the route, your entry and any other related issues such as first aid, registration will be open from 9.30am Friday. Lakes Runner will be available throughout Friday should you forget any essentials and they will operate their mobile shop from 10.00am. There will be a competitor briefing at 4.00pm for all 100 mile competitors, this briefing is compulsory, the event will start at 5.30pm.

 

 

You can arrive any time on Friday and registration will be open from 9.30am, alternatively there is a late registration on Saturday morning 7.00-8.30am. Lakes Runner will be available throughout Friday should you forget any essentials and they will operate their mobile shop from 10.00am. There will be a briefing for all competitors entering the 50 mile event at 9.00am on the Saturday morning prior to boarding the coaches, this briefing is compulsory. On Saturday morning coaches will leave the start and finish location in Coniston at 10.00am to ferry competitors to the start of the 50 mile route at Dalemain Estate. We can bring back any basic items of equipment and you will be given a numbered plastic bag at registration, which will be returned to Coniston for your collection following the event. If you plan to travel to the event on Saturday morning you should leave your car at Coniston, if you have friends and family they will be able to drive to the start at Dalemain and possibly join you for the first 4 miles loop of the course!

 

To reduce congestion we ask that you use the transport provided and spectators only view the event from the designated spectator points. If impact upon the local environment is significant the race will no longer be able to take place in Cumbria.

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