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Event Date
03 October 2010
Event Duration
Fantastic fell running in the Dark Peak!
Last Entry Date
26 September 2010
Location
Hope Sports Pavilion which O.5 mile west of the centre of Hope village - click here for a map. Look out for event signs on the day and park where directed by marshals. (click for map)
Event Type
Fell Running / Challenge Walk
Pricing Info
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Info
The Event Centre/Location/Event Area
The start/finish is from Hope Sports Pavilion, Hope, Derbyshire. Grid Ref: 167834. Look out for the roadside event signs - there is hard standing car parking for early arrivals at Hope Valley College. There are toilets but limited changing. For Friday or Saturday evening accommodation contact Castleton TIO: 01433 620679. The event is all on Dark Peak Outdoor Leisure 1:25000 sheet No.1. Maps extracts of the area can be supplied at the start provided they are pre-ordered: see entry form below.
The Challenge
Entrants may opt for the 8.5 or 20 mile route. Checkpoint sites will be identified by red/white orienteering "kites" on an obvious feature to which a SPORTident timing box will be attached. Dib in the SPORTident box at the start, finish, all checkpoints visited and THE DOWNLOAD BOX at the end. You must use a SPORTident dibber to take part in this event. You may use your own dibber if you have one (please fill in its number on the entry form). Alternatively we will rent dibbers to those who do not have one. At registration you will also be provided with a full route description and there will be maps on display with both routes marked. Failure to follow the prescribed routes in full will result in disqualification. For safety and event monitoring purposes, some of the checkpoints will be manned.
The Start/Finish
Registration opens at 8.00am and closes at 9.30am. Runners massed start at 10.00am. Finish closes at 4.00pm. PLEASE DO NOT START without (a) registering and (b) passing the start official and dibbing in the CHECK timing box. Checkpoint closing/cut off times will be detailed on the route description sheets.
******The Golden Rule - if you are unable to complete the event you MUST either (a) telephone the organisers or (b) report to the finish with your dibber to save a mountain rescue search party being sent out. A central telephone number will be detailed on your route description******
Results & Awards
The results will be on www.darkandwhite.co.uk shortly after the event. There will be prizes for the first 3 overall fastest male & female runners on both routes - these will either be awarded on the day or posted afterwards.
Equipment
Due to the high level nature of this event you MUST wear/carry the following items:
- Proper fell running shoes that in the organisers opinion are fully suitable for the type of rough terrain that will be encountered.
- Waterproof cagoule/jacket (ideally with taped seams);
- hat;
- gloves;
- compass (preferably a Silva type);
- whistle;
- map;
- a set of event directions;
- a Sportident dibber;
- a sufficient supply of liquid and food to see you through the event.
PLEASE DO NOT SKIMP ON EQUIPMENT - IT IS NOT WORTH IT!! Allow for the fact that it will be October and you will at times be on exposed high ground and dress/carry equipment accordingly. Marshals will disqualify anyone who in their opinion does not meet these criteria. NOTE: this applies to ALL competitors on BOTH routes!!
Entry & Fees
Individual entries: 20 mile route 10, 8.5 mile route 7.50.
Under FRA rules you must be 18+ to enter either event. SPORTident dibber hire 1.50 (all classes). Enter by downloading and posting an entry form or on-line via the website. If confirmation is required please send SAE. Closing date for entries is 26/9/10. There may be a number of entries on the day - you MUST contact the Information Line if you want to enter this way after 26/9/10 - add 2.50 to the cost of each entry. Entry form, plus cheques payable to "Dark & White Challenge Events Ltd", to the address below.
The organisers reserve the right to cancel the event and return entry fees if minimum numbers are not reached. No refund of entry fees allowed. If you have a medical condition (eg asthma etc) please ensure you take appropriate medication with you on the event.
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