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Washie 100 Miler

An epic 161km run, from Port Alfred to East London.

As the first full moon slowly approaches to be on its brightest and most magnificent in JULY , a group of hard-core and tough ultra-runners are possibly nervously tweaking some final touches to their now nearly done training schedule for the infamous and world-renowned WASHIE 100 MILER – the greatest and most sought after 100 miler race, not only in South-Africa, but in the world!

RACE PREPARATION: On the grounds of weather conditions for the Washie 100 Miler you should include protective gear for cold weather with several towels and clothing changes. A source of warm drinks is also advisable.
REGISTRATION AND RACE BRIEFING: Registration will be at the start (Cathcart Country Club) from 13h00 on Friday 12th July onwards.
Race briefing is compulsory for all runners AND seconds, at 16h00 on Friday 12 July 2019.
SECONDING: It is a condition of entry that entrants will provide their own seconds and seconding vehicles, at least 3 are recommended. Runners, seconds and vehicle need to be as visible as possible for the duration of the event.
DISTANCE, TIMES AND CUT OFFS: The course is measured and is 100 miles. The finish is at the Buffs Club and all competitors must finish by 19h00 on Saturday 13 July (26 hour limit). Athletes will be retired at the ¼ way after 6 hours and ½ way after 13 hours. Spot checks will be set at various
points during the race at the discretion of the committee and race referee.
PRIZE GIVING: Will be at the Buffs Club at 10h00 on Sunday 14 July 2019. Bar facilities are available and food will be on sale.

ENTRIES CLOSE: TUESDAY 9 JULY 2019

Details

Start:
12th July 2019 @ 5:00 pm
End:
13th July 2019 @ 7:00 pm
Cost:
R700 – R825
Event Category:
Website:
https://www.washie100miler.co.za
Distance(s):
161km

Organizer

Buffalo Road Runners
Phone:
Meta Scott | 081 487 4984
Email:
info@washie100miler.co.za
Website:
View Organizer Website

Venue

Cathcart Country Club
Cathcart Country Club
Cathcart, Eastern Cape
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