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This is a charity event to help orphans and needy children in Uganda.
It takes place on a 400 m all weather athletic track at the K2 Leisure Centre, Crawley, West Sussex.
You can choose either 6 hours or 12 hours. 12 hours starts at 7.00 am and 6 hours at 10.00 am.
It is run under UKA rules and will have an IAU Bronze label.
Elevation: Very little change < 500 metres. Benign running terrain, not technical. Suitable for: First ultra runners completing a marathon or doing regular long distance running in the last six months.
Elevation: Increase of up to 1000 metres Suitable for: Runners who have completed at least one ultra distance race (or similar event) or are doing long distance running (>26 miles) regularly, with elevation shown.
Elevation: Increase of up to 1500 metres Suitable for: Runners who have completed several ultra distances or similar events, or are doing long distance running regularly, with elevation shown.
Elevation: Increase of up to 2000 metres with some challenging climatic conditions (e.g. ice, snow, humidity or heat) and or technical terrain Suitable for: Experienced runners who have completed at least regular ultra distances in last 12 months, or are doing regular long distance running (>50 miles) with elevation and conditions shown (where possible). Admission to these races may be subject to evidence of recent qualifying race participation and recent medical examination certificate. Check with the race organiser regarding entry requirements.
Elevation: Increase of up to 2000 metres with very challenging climatic conditions (e.g. ice, snow, humidity, heat or at high altitude) and or technical terrain. Suitable for: Very experienced long distance ultra runners (min 3 years’ experience) or are doing regular long distance running (>50 miles) with elevation and conditions shown (where possible). Admission to these races is often subject to evidence of recent qualifying race participation and recent medical examination certificate. Purchase of specialist kit is often recommended for these races.
Type: An ultra distance race including at least two of the following activities such as running, swimming, cycling, kayaking, skiing and climbing. It may also include different climatic conditions (eg ice, snow, humidity, cold water, mud or heat). Suitable for: Experienced multi-skilled athletes who have trained for the different activities included in this event. Admission to these races may be subject to receipt of a recent medical examination certificate. Check with the race organiser regarding entry requirements and any specialist equipment required such as a wetsuit, skis or a mountain bike.
Type: A virtual race which can be run at any time shown on the dates shown, on any type of terrain in any country. Suitable for: For runners from beginners to experienced as you choose your own course and challenge based on the guidelines and options set by the virtual race organiser.
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Here's a write up of this years race: https://jurarunner.wordpress.com/2015/05/23/crawley-12-hour-race-report/
For me, this is the perfect kind of race: small, low key, flawlessly organised and lots of friendly people (both runners and helpers).I did this in 2015 and will definitely do it again (if I get a place!).Highly recommend bringing your own lap counter, as they can double up as a food and drink vendor, which means you don't even need to stop :)5 stars.
Running around a track for 6 hours is really not that boring as there are plenty of people around and lots of opportunity for brief chats as you are lapping or being lapped. Really well organised with a snack table contain sweet and savoury as well as a variety of drinks. It is also possible to set up your own 'checkpoint' just outside the track so you could access your own food and drink when you wanted it. I ran the race in 2015
Ran the 12 hour race in 2015. A small, no-fuss and friendly event with a nice group of people of all levels out on the track. The 6 hour race starts 3 hours into the 12 hour one, which makes the track a little busier for a time but it's great to be out there sharing the space with people striving for PBs in both the 6 and 12 hour events.
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