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What have you signed up for? A real challenge

A test of both physical and

mental stamina

A variety of terrain and

surroundings in day and

night

A bonding experience with

your fellow

fundraisers/walkers

An experience that you will

never forget

All for an excellent cause

The Challenge

Walk 100 Kilometres 267 starters last year and

173 finishers Walk 100 Kilometres in

24hrs 20-30hrs, last year 79

challengers finished within 24 hours! The slowest being 30 hrs 18 mins

Walk 100 Kilometres in 24hrs with no sleep

Take part in the relay version of the event and do less mileage

What will the route look like Maps and directions

Issued at the start of each leg The directions will have a map on with the route marked

with blow by blow written directions of where to go, together with phone numbers for the support crew.

Everyone can already access the route in detail on the BVUK website.

There will also be downloadable files available by the end of May for those wanting to use their own handheld GPS systems.

Route markers Arrows Glowsticks Tape

Checkpoints/ Rest stops

6 Rest stops in total 7 check points including the finish 3 meal stops inc the finish

All Checkpoints Dib timing device Eat and drink Stretch First Aid Make sure your kit is good for the next sector

Timing

Supplied by SPORTident electronic timing card (SI-Card) worn on a wrist band The SI-Card is laid on a timing station located at the start, each checkpoint along the

route and at the finish Stations beep and flash to provide very clear confirmation that the time has been

recorded Checkpoint Stations keep a record of all competitors visiting the checkpoint and

times of visits.   At the finish, each competitor is given a small thermal printout showing their times

at each checkpoint.

Your time will be printed off for you when you finish. 

Soon after the event you can view your times on the event website.  You can also display and print your event completion certificate on your own printer.

  SI-Cards MUST be handed in to the organising team ON THE DAY at either

a checkpoint or preferably at the Finish even if you retire during the event. Failure to do so will incur a charge of £25

General rules of the course Participants must face oncoming traffic when walking on roads unless it is safer on

the opposite side of the road Head torches must be worn and turned on at night, on all roads or in places where

being seen is important for safety reasons Do not point your head torch or torch light at oncoming vehicles or traffic Do not drop litter of any sort In open field sections at night follow glow sticks, lights and other luminous

signage Do not move or change the direction event signage or glow sticks – those who do

will be disqualified from the event Participants must walk in single file on all roads Participants must be respectful of any farmers land that they cross, adhering to

footpaths and using the side of fields to avoid crop damage Participants must close and secure all gates behind them, especially important for

fields with livestock in them Participants must not worry livestock in fields Participants must be quiet in residential areas and around houses at night Participants must stick to the route and paths as laid out in the maps unless

otherwise advised by the organisers, police, land owners or local authorities Pay attention on golf courses during daylight hours and do not walk on greens or

in bunkers Caution on bridal ways and cycle routes - look out for horses and bikes Use pedestrian crossings whenever possible Use pavements and paths whenever possible

Retiring

You must notify a member of events staff You must return your SI-card A vehicle maybe dispatched depending on nature of

the problem You could be advised of a meeting point if required You may need to wait You could be taken to the nearest train station You are advised to retire at a checkpoint for more

comfort and a faster exit It is advisable to have their own vehicle support The event officially closes at 17:00 on Sunday

Anyone left on the course will be picked up by a sweeper vehicle if required

Registration

Issued with race numberSign in and register walking groupsHave an idea for your completion time (be realistic)Must complete details on the back of event numberElectronic timing card (SI-Card) Race number, safety pins, arm band, first set of directions, contact numbers, high 5 items and water.

The Start

09:00 Registration in rugby club09:30 Participant Briefing10:00 Slower Walkers Start10:30 Participant Briefing11:00 Medium Walkers Start11:30 Participant Briefing12:00 Fast Walkers and Relay teams Start

Stage One – Fulham to Oaks Park. 21.7 km

21.7 km – Oaks Park Café

Stage Two – Oaks Park to Godstone. 15 km

36.7 km –Godstone Primary School

Stage Three – Godstone to Felbridge. 14.4 km

51.7 km Felbridge Football Club (TBC)

Stage Four – Felbridge to Sharpthorne. 9.6 km

60.7 km – Sharpthorne Club

Stage Five – Sharpthorne to Scaynes Hill. 13.2 km

73.9 km – Scaynes Hill Millennium centre

Stage Six – Scaynes Hill to Plumpton. 13.0 km

86.9 km – Plumpton College

Stage Seven – Plumpton to Ovingdean. 13.1 km

100k – Finish BVUK Ovingdean

Finish A triumphant stride through the finishing gantry Final swipe of your timing device Return your SI bracelet Have a meal Relax Get picked up (arrange your own transport)

A Shuttle bus to Brighton station will also be available

Recovery

Make sure you have nothing too strenuous planned for the next couple of days

Look after your feet if they took a beating

Follow the link on the Website and print out your certificate

Kit List – Rucksack

Suitable for use with hydration systems like Camelbak

Bright colours and reflective parts for safety

Showerproof20 to 40 litres capacityBreathable back

Kit List – Footwear

Boots, Trail Running or Approach Shoes

boots are best more ankle support provided for hilly terrain that will be

encountered with both the North and South Downs.

Approach shoes if you are happy with no ankle support also offer a very more comfortable on the paved sections and in higher

temperatures

Fell running trainers will provide the ultimate lightweight solution but not much protection from the weather.

Suit the Weather, Comfortable, Broken in and familiar

Kit List - Softshell or Fleece A wind stopper design could be useful

as they can be very warm, but it is not essential

Some designs are shower or waterproof which may eliminate the need to carry a waterproof jacket

Packs down to a small size

Bright colour for safety

Kit List – Trousers and Shorts

LightweightQuick drying materialSome designs are shower or

waterproof Packs down to a small sizeZip off the legs to make shorts

Kit List - Midlayer and T-Shirts

You will be provided with a 100K branded, wicking T-shirt as part of your pack.

LightweightQuick drying materialSmooth seams to prevent

chafingLong sleeve also usefulBright colour for safety

especially at night

Kit List - Socks

Lightweight Coolmax socksLight to midweight trekking

socksQuick drying materialBring Spare socks

Kit List – Head Torch

Head TorchLightweightLong battery lifeBright with high lumen outputComfortable head band and

fitting system

Kit List - First Aid Kit

Compeed or a similar blister repair product such as zinc oxide tape

Ibuprofen & Paracetamolantiseptic wipessticking plasterssunscreen factor 20+Vaseline for chafing insect repellent

Kit List - Hydration Systems and Water

Hands free system Increases energy and helps focus on

taskBottles

make sure they are watertight and light

Minimum of 2 litres between stops it should be enough

Kit List - Food

Carrying some snacks that pack a punch for any moments when you

need an extra boost There are many products on the market

from bars to gels that are designed to help endurance sports ensure you have tried and tested these on

training walks Take a variety from cereal bars to fresh

fruit as the will release energy at different speeds

Morale boosters to reward yourself

Kit List - Other

Reflective materials If you could include as much reflective material as

possible in your kit and on your person Spare batteries

For your headtorch, camera, camcorder, MP3 etc Form of identification

Driving license or similar and details of any medical problems and medication

Cash and debit/credit card Spare laces

Always useful as your boots will be rendered useless if one breaks.

Fitness and Training

Walk, Walk, Walk Hill training At least one 60 km walk before the event, ideally two 30 km

walks back to back Familiarise yourself with the route Use the equipment you will use on the walk – particularly

footwear Train at night with your headtorch