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Dark Star River Marathon

26-Jan-2020 Shoreham-by-Sea, Sussex, UK (England)

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Trail Race Race Terrain
45KM / 28Miles
1 Day - 100 Runners

DIFFICULTY Race Difficulty Advanced  

Entry From £27
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A 28.2 Trail Marathon up one side of the River Adur picking up a part of the Downslink past the Dark Star Brewery at Partridge Green and back down the other side.

The start will be at Shoreham Sea Scout Hut BN43 5LT at 09.00 registration from 08.00.

Next to Adur Outdoor Activity Centre, Shoreham by Sea.

As the event will be held in January we ask that only runners who have ran a Trail Marathon before enter and that all runners have adequate clothing and a mobile phone for the event. The event has a 6.30 hour cut off.

Please note this is not your usual type of marathon!!

We guarantee a nice muddy run, fully laden aid stations some nice warm food and tea or coffee at the end.

We have limited this race to 100 runners and you may enter through www.sientries.co.uk. Entry is open now and is only £27 /29 Affiliated or Unaffiliated.

Bag Store and Showers also available

This event is being supported by the Dark Star Brewery Company and every runner will get a unique goody bag.

This event we will be run under UK Athletics rules. Permit and insurance details will be on show at the start.

Please note: NO REFUNDS or TRANSFERS on this race as we are trying to keep our race prices low and keep clerical time down to a minimum.

We look forward to seeing you in January. Race Details will be sent out nearer the Event.

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Jay Mccardle

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Beginner

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.

Intermediate

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.

Advanced

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.

Expert

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.

Brutal

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.

Endurance - Multi-activity

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.

Global - Virtual

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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MikeyUltra

09:25 01-02-17

So I booked this race,a flat 28 miler,thinking it would be easy.
I WAS WRONG! Now this race is part of four races all combined to make the medals you receive,join together.
Your warned through serveral emails that it's muddy along the embankment,and it is. This mud seems to cling to your shoe,making your whole-month-salary-all-singing-all-dancing-ultra-light-bad-boys,seem pretty pointless. Other sections of the course remind you that it's like running through blue tack. There are the normal styles,gates and walkways to overcome.
The aid stations are well stocked,with friendly marshels and other runners cheering you on as you pass one another on the route back.
As I said before,I thought it was going to be easy as it's flat but that makes this race a long hard slog. I had a lovely hot stew at the end (much needed) and the medal is massive! It was a well put together race and some really impressive runners ran it. But not for me. Easy 4 stars though

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