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10km Race

Gun for your health in the OUTsurance Gun Run 10km Race

Are you keen to take on the challenge of a 10km? Fritz Sonnenberg Road, Green Point, Saturday 14th September 2024 @ 07h30

It will start on Fritz Sonnenberg Road in Green Point, and finish on the Green Point Common, opposite the Green Point Cricket Club. The Green Point Common offers loads of space for runners and supporters to soak up the atmosphere at the end of the race.

Cut off is at 09h30. 

Start and finish

All races will start on Fritz Sonnenberg Road, Green Point.

And finish at Green Point Common, opposite the Green Point Cricket Club.

The finish venue offers plenty of space for all runners and supporters to soak up the atmosphere and great entertainment at the end of the race. Cut off is at 09h30.

Click here to download the 2024 Route information.
Click here for a 3D preview of the route.
Click here to view the start layout for the 10km.

Please note: Routes subject to change.
This map is for reference only, the course has been accurately measured to 10km

Prize Money

Celebrate the 30th Anniversary in an official OUTsurance Gun Run T-shirt.

Event T-shirts for the road race will be sold online at R275.00

Trail Run T-shirts are included in the entry fee.

They are lightweight, comfy, made from quick-dry fabric, and can be purchased.

You can order your T-shirt under 'optional extras' before you pay. T-shirts are available to purchase on your entry form. T-shirts can be collected at number collection.

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Water Stations and First Aid

A water station will be located at the 6km mark in Beach Road. Our first aid team of race doctors and paramedics will be on hand, and ambulances will be available.

10km Race information
General info

This is a pre-entry races only. Enter online at www.topevents.co.za until midnight…

  1. This is a pre-entry races only. Enter online at www.topevents.co.za until midnight Sunday, 18th August 2024.
  2. Once finished, collect your medal and coke.
  3. Unlicensed non-club athletes must purchase a temporary license – 21.1km distance R75-00, the 10km distance R50-00 and 10km junior is R30-00.
  4. NO upgrades or downgrades will take place after the closing date of Sunday, 18th August 2024. No more substitutions will be allowed after midnight 21st August 2024.
  5. This event is held under the rules and regulations of ASA and Western Province Athletics.
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Important to note

If you do not give a qualifying time. you will start at the back. Your previous…

  • If you do not give a qualifying time. you will start at the back.
  • Your previous race time MUST be of the same distance as the race you are entering.
  • We will be seeding the half marathon the 10km run. There will be no seeding for the 5km fun run, or the 5km pet walk.
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Timing and Results

The results will be electronically produced on race day by the official chip timing…

The results will be electronically produced on race day by the official chip timing system.

Your timing chip will be placed on your race number. The race number must be worn on the front of your vest and visible at the finish line. There is a foam strip on the back of the race number. Please do not remove the timing chip and foam strip from the race number – doing so will result in NO finishing time. For safety and timing purposes, ONLY the person assigned to this race number may use it. Only the Trail Run, 21.1km and 10km races will be timed. The fun run and pet walk will not be timed.

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Entry rules

The race is run according to the rules of ASA & WPA. Runners must obey traffic…

  1. The race is run according to the rules of ASA & WPA.
  2. Runners must obey traffic officers, race marshals and race officials at all times.
  3. The OUTsurance Gun Run 10km race is open to all licenced and non-licenced runners of 14 years.
  4. Supporters are requested not to follow athletes on the route. Refreshment points will be supplied every 3km in the 21.1km, 10km and 5km offering a combination of water and Coca-Cola. This event is plastic sachet free and will have water refill stations. Participants are encouraged to carry their own.
  5. The time limit for the 10km race is 2 hours.
  6. One race number (bib) will be issued. Registered athletes must wear their ASA licences on the front and back of their vest. The race number must be worn on the front of the vest, partially covering the ASA licence, so that the ASA licence sponsor remains visible. Temporary licenced runners must wear the race number on the front of their vest and the temporary licence on the back.
  7. No swopping, exchanging or reselling of race numbers as this is linked to your personal details for medical and timing purposes.
  8. Age category tags must be worn (front and back) and visible for the entire race to be eligible for any age category prize.
  9. Temporary licensed runners to wear plain clothing, no advertising.
  10. The use of music players with headphones is not allowed and may result in disqualification.
  11. Do not litter. Dispose of any refuse responsibly by using the boxes provided or carry them to the finish. Report offenders to the referees.
  12. Participants in this event do so at their own risk and release and discharge the organisers, sponsors, provincial and national Athletics bodies, and all persons assisting in staging the event from any responsibility, liability or costs relating to any injury, loss or damage of whatever nature, however caused, arising directly or indirectly from their participation in the event.
  13. Detailed rules are available on www.wpa.org.za or on request from the organisers or the WPA office.
  14. Wheelchair athletes must please contact the organisers at least one month prior to the official race date to discuss arrangements for their participation.
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Entry limits

Entries for the 10km event are limited to 5 000 and the organisers reserve the right…

Entries for the 10km event are limited to 5 000 and the organisers reserve the right to accept or reject any entry.

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Event photos

Action Photo SA - R200.00 for 21.1km and 10km participants only.

Action Photo SA - R200.00 for 21.1km and 10km participants only.

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Seeding

The race will be seeded, ensuring that runners experience a more efficient start…

The race will be seeded, ensuring that runners experience a more efficient start to the race.

  • You can submit a qualifying time during the entry process.
  • You can enter your best time for a previous race under 'Athlete Details' on online entries, or on page 2 of the entry form.
  • Seeding is based on a 10km race run within 12 months prior to the event.
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At the start

There will be clear signage for the seeding pens. Please give yourself enough time…

  • There will be clear signage for the seeding pens. Please give yourself enough time to park, walk to the start, and find your seeding pen.
  • You will be required to show your race number to the official at the gate of the pen, so please pin your numbers to the front of your vest.
  • Should you wish to run with slower friends you may enter their pen as long as it is lower than yours. For example, if you have been allocated a B seeding and your friend is in C, you may join them in their pen but they will not be allowed to start with you in B.
  • Pens will close 10 minutes before the start of the race and the groups will compress. Latecomers will be directed to the back of the field.
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Timing chips

The 21.1km, 10km and 17km Trail run will be timed by a disposable chip located on…

The 21.1km, 10km and 17km Trail run will be timed by a disposable chip located on your race number. The chips are included as part of the race fee and will be issued to all race participants (apart from 5km runners) in their registration packs.

 

How does the chip work?

  • A disposable timing chip will be placed on the front of your race number and covered by a foam strip.

  • The foam strip prevents water from affecting the chip signal. Please do not remove the foam strip. If you do, you will not receive an official time.
  • Please do not bend or fold your race number as this could affect the antennae and signal capability.
  • For all result queries please visit topevents.co.za or WhatsApp 0661394210.
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Entry fees

10km Licensed                   …

10km Licensed                      R190        

10km Unlicensed                 R240

10km Junior Licensed         R90        

10km Junior Unlicensed     R120 

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Event gear

Event T-shirts for the road race will be sold online at R275.00 Technical embroidered…

Event T-shirts for the road race will be sold online at R275.00

Technical embroidered running cap will be sold online at R170.00

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Tog bag facility

A tog bag facility will be provided at the finish field on both days. NO VALUABLES…

A tog bag facility will be provided at the finish field on both days. NO VALUABLES are to be left in your tog bag as the organisers or any other persons involved directly or indirectly in the event will NOT be held responsible for any loss or damage in this regard.

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