Are you ready to gun for that trail run? Van Riebeeck Park, Oranjezicht, Saturday 14th September 2024 @ 07h30
This race will 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 11h00.
The Trail Run will start at Van Riebeeck Park, Oranjezicht.
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 11h00.
Click here to download the 2024 Route information.
Click here for a 3D preview of the route.
This map is for reference only, the course has been accurately measured to 17km
Trail Run shirts are included in the event entry fee.
Event T-shirts for the road race will be sold online at R275.00
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.
A water station will be located at Kloof Nek Car Park. Our first aid team of race doctors and paramedics will be on hand, and ambulances will be available.
This is a pre-entry races only. Enter online at www.topevents.co.za until midnight…
- This is a pre-entry races only. Enter online at www.topevents.co.za until midnight Sunday, 18th August 2024.
- Once finished, collect your medal and coke.
- 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.
- 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.
- This event is held under the rules and regulations of ASA and Western Province Athletics.
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.
The race is run according to the rules of ASA & WPA. Runners must obey traffic…
- The race is run according to the rules of ASA & WPA.
- Runners must obey traffic officers, race marshals and race officials at all times.
- The OUTsurance Gun Run 17.8km Trail run is open to all runners of 18 years and older.
- 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.
- The cut off time for the 17km Trail Run is when the noon day gun is fired (4 hours and 30 minutes)
- 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.
- No swopping, exchanging or reselling of race numbers as this is linked to your personal details for medical and timing purposes.
- The use of music players with headphones is not allowed and may result in disqualification.
- Do not litter. Dispose of any refuse responsibly by using the boxes provided or carry them to the finish. Report offenders to the referees.
- 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.
- Detailed rules are available on www.wpa.org.za or on request from the organisers or the WPA office.
Entries for the 17km Trail run are limited to 500 and the organisers reserve the…
Entries for the 17km Trail run are limited to 500 and the organisers reserve the right to accept or reject any entry.
Action Photo SA - R200.00 for 21.1km and 10km participants only.
Action Photo SA - R200.00 for 21.1km and 10km participants only.
ASA licences do not have to be worn by runners in the trail runs. The official race…
- ASA licences do not have to be worn by runners in the trail runs. The official race number must be worn clearly on the runner’s front upper outer garment and care must be taken to position the race number so that the timing chip is not damaged or covered by straps of backpacks.
- Age category tags do not have to be worn to be eligible for age category prizes in the trail runs.
- The Trail run route will be clearly marked but runners are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the route prior to race day.
- There will be marshals on the route for runners’ safety, but not necessarily at all intersections.
- There will be toilets at the start and finish.
- It is the runners responsibility to follow the route/course markers so as to complete the full course.
- Time and position results will only count for runners who completed the correct course subject to the discretion of the race referee/director.
- Do not run with headphones.
- Don’t run if you are sick.
- Athletes to please inform the organisers if they withdraw on the route.
- Trail specific shoes highly recommended.
- Do not litter! Runners caught littering will be disqualified.
- You are welcome to take photos but step out of the way of other runners when you do.
- Water – carry at least 1 litre (we recommend a hydration pack).
- A fully charged cell phone, in a Ziploc bag, with the emergency number saved.
- Race Number, pinned to your shirt.
- 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.
- No swopping or exchanging of race numbers as this is linked to your personal details for medical and timing purposes. Persons found doing this will be disqualified.
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?
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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.
17km Trail Run (includes t-shirt, a pair of quality socks, soft flask, SANParks fee…
17km Trail Run (includes t-shirt, a pair of quality socks, soft flask, SANParks fee and disposable timing chip) R580
Event T-shirts for the road race will be sold online at R275.00 Trail Run T-shirts…
Event T-shirts for the road race will be sold online at R275.00
Trail Run T-shirts are included in the entry fee.
Technical embroidered running cap will be sold online at R170.00
A tog bag facility will be provided at the start of the race, and trail runner bags…
A tog bag facility will be provided at the start of the race, and trail runner bags will be taken to the finish field for collection. 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.