The events: The events consist of four separate races; 48 hours, 24 hours, 12 hours and 6 hours. These races are conducted as separate races and competitors must contest the event for which they enter. It will not be possible to switch from race to race after the race for which you enter has started.
Where: Runaway Bay Sports Super Centre, Cnr Morala Avenue and Sports Drive, Runaway Bay, Gold Coast, Qld. The races are on a 400 metres Mondo athletic track. This type of track is of the highest standard and is the type used in the Olympic games. The complex offers all facilities, of the highest standard; hot showers, accommodation and food.
When:
48 hours starts at 0900 on Friday 10 August 2007 and finishes at 0900 on Sunday 12 August 2007.
24 hours starts at 0900 on Saturday 11 August 2007 and finishes at 0900 Sunday 12 August 2007, the same finish time as the 48.
12 hours race starts at 0900 on Saturday 11 August 2007, the same time as the 24 hour race and finishes at 9:00 pm on Sunday 11 August.
6 hour race starts at 7:00 pm on the evening of Friday 10 August and finishes at 1:00 am on the Saturday morning.
There are no relay sections.
The limit for the track is 80 runners at any one time. Priority will be given firstly to those entering the longer events. Then, within each event, entries will be accepted on a first-cum-first-served basis.
48 hour event: The 48 hour race incorporates the Australian National championship. To be eligible for the 48 hours National championship, runners must be resident of Australia. Visiting runners are most welcome to compete and while they may win or place in the race, will not be eligible for the National championship. The 48 hours race and the 24 hours race, while conducted concurrently, remain separate events. Runners contesting the 48 hours event shall not be eligible for the 24 hours race. If runners in the 48 hours race withdraw at 24 hours, they shall be recorded as Did Not Finish (DNF) - also see rule below about excessive time off the track.
24 hour event: The 24 hour event is available as a qualifying event for the World 24 hour challenge. Male runners achieving more than 200 km and female runners achieving more than 180 km will be preferred for selection. For details of the IAU travel grants scheme, see Travel Grants. The race has the official accreditation of the IAU and is an IAU labeled event.
AURA Membership: These races are conducted under the auspices of AURA and are sanctioned by that body. AURA is a member of The Australian Athletics Federation and provides full public liability insurance coverage to the extent of $20 million. Competitors of all events at this carnival must be members of the Australian Ultra Runners Association Inc. These races are all conducted on an Athletics Australia certified course and the performances are eligible for inclusion in the AURA annual track ranking lists. Provision is made for membership application in the race entry form, at the low cost of $45.
AURA 100, 200 and 250 clubs: AURA recognises the achievements of those who run 100 miles, 200 km and 250 km within 24 hours by admitting them to the AURA 100, 200 and 250 clubs. Those admitted to those clubs are eligible to purchase an especially embroidered polo shirt for $40 plus postage. Those competitors who achieve these marks in the Gold Coast carnival will be awarded the appropriate polo shirt free of charge.
Timing and lap scorers: As in previous years, the race timing will be conducted using an electronic timing system. This system completely avoids human error. It will be not be necessary for runners to provide their own lap scorers. Detailed lap sheets will be forwarded to each of the competitors soon after the race. Final results are normally available within 15 minutes of race finish.
Direction of travel: The direction of travel will change every three hours.
Departure from the track: Runners may leave the track whenever they decide. However, when leaving the track, it will be necessary to leave/resume at the same point and that point will be adjacent to the kiosk. Please remember to complete that lap using the same direction of travel as you were travelling when you left the track.
Excessive time off the track: The objective of these races is to run the furthest possible distance in the time allotted. Runners in the 48 hours event who leave the track for more than 5 hours in any one break will be listed as DNF (did not finish). Runners in the 24 hour event who leave the track for more than 2 hours in any one break will be listed as DNF. Runners in the 12 and 6 hour events who leave the track for more than 30 minutes will be recorded a DNF.
Walkers: Walkers are welcome and may use the inside lanes. However, walking two or more abreast on the inside lanes thus unfairly impeding runners will not be permitted. Competitors who break this rule and who do not heed one and one only warning risk disqualification. Aspiring Centurions: A Centurion is a person who walks 100 miles or more in 24 hours. The style of walking must conform to race-walking rules as adopted by the Australian Centurions.
Pasta party: A get together for athletes will be held at the Runaway Bay Junior Rugby Club immediately opposite the Sports Super Centre at 6:00 pm on Thursday 9 August 2007 .
Race packs: Will be available at the Pasta party or one hour before race start.
Shoe selection: Competitors in these events report that the track is hard, especially overnight in colder conditions. It is recommended that consideration be given to selecting shoes and/or socks with generous cushioning.
Medical: There is no official medical team in place, with runners finding it necessary to make their own arrangements for the treatment of blisters etc. However, many crew members present readily offer assistance and advice to those runners without an experienced crewperson. To be adequately prepared for the prevention and treatment of blisters and for proper energy, fluid and electrolyte replacement, it is suggested that competitors read medical observations by Dr Andy Lovy. Dr Lovy is an American resident, well known in Australia for his many appearances at the Cliff Young Colac 6 day race.
Food and drinks: The fluids to be provided at trackside will include water, Endura and coca cola in the latter stages. Trackside food to be provided will include energy bars, bananas, creamed rice, snakes & other glucose type sweets. Facilities will be available for a continuous supply of tea, coffee, boiling water etc. Because of Health Department regulations requirements, microwave ovens will not be provided for self use. Hot food will be provided every 6 hours, with the first meal at 12 noon. This will include a range of nutritionally designed vegetarian dishes and pasta & rice. It will be easily digestible and packed with energy replacement carbohydrates plus adequate protein and aminos. There will be no onion, garlic, chilli or other spices which could cause stomach discomfort. This hot food will be made available every 6 hours for one person, the price being included in the entry fee. Additional meals will be available for crew etc. at the price of $10 per meal but must be ordered when entering the event. Meals will not be provided to crew and other support unless ordered in advance. GOOD FOOD AND ENERGY REPLACEMENT IS ESSENTIAL TO GOOD PERFORMANCE.
Accommodation: No caravans or camping is permitted as the centre is not a designated caravan or camp ground. Personal tents will be permitted, within the Sports Super Centre approx. 100 metres from the track, for short term rest for the runner but are not permitted for overnight accommodation. No tents are to be erected within the stadium itself. Accommodation is available at the Sports Super Centre, 100 metres from the track, at $50 per person twin share. This accommodation is highly recommended. Book early to avoid disappointment Contact Diane Moir of the Sports Super Centre on (07) 5500 9967 or email dmoir@rbssc.com.au THE LODGE ACCOMMODATION IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. TENTS CAN BE COLD, WET AND NOISY. GOOD REST IS CRUCIAL TO GOOD PERFORMANCE.
Travel: If travelling from overseas or interstate, it is recommended that you fly into Brisbane and then travel by train to the Gold Coast disembarking at Helensvale. The train station at Brisbane airport is immediately outside the arrivals hall and the train station at Helensvale involves only a short bus or taxi ride to the athletics centre. The train travel is comfortable and takes only a little more than one hour. If traveling from Gold Coast airport book a shuttle bus such as Airport Con-x-ion 5556 9888, Airport 2 Home 5559 0377 or Active Tours 5531 2777 for door to door transfer. The distance from the Helensvale station to the Sports Super Centre is approx. 5 kms and from the Gold Coast airport is approx. 40 km.
Toilets and showers: Are available approx. 25 metres from trackside.
Music: Music is important in these events and will be played over the PA system during the race carnival. There is provision on the entry form for you to nominate your favourite songs. Every effort will be made to ensure that the music selection of the first 20 to enter will be played every hour thoughout the carnival.
Progressive distances: These will be posted on the electronic scoreboard as soon as possible after the conclusion of each elapsed hour. An electronic clock will be readily visible to runners. Course measurement: The athletic track is a standard 400 metres athletic track, recognised by Athletics Australia and Australian Ultra Runners Association Inc.
Race results: Will be available soon after the end of each race, will be mailed to competitors and will be available on the websites www.goldcoast100.com and www.aura.asn.au
Awards: An awards ceremony will be held as soon as practicable after the end of each race. Trophies will be awarded to the male and female winners and placegetters in all event categories.
Entry fees: 6 hours $70, 12 hours $100, 24 hours $150, 48 hours $250. This includes a complimentary tee shirt, race certificate, electronic lapscoring, race photo and includes hot meals at 6 hourly intervals. Additional meals are available at $10 per meal, payable at time of race entry. Please order any additional meals in advance so as to ensure availability.
How to enter:
Post to: Ian Cornelius at PO Box 282 , Runaway Bay Qld 4216, or
Fax to: 07 3011 1017 or email with credit card details.
Photocopied entry forms are acceptable.
Make cheques payable to Gold Coast Ultras.
Closing date for entries: Entries must be received by Friday 3 August 2007 |
