Expo and Race Day Guidelines for Aravali Trail Run 2024

Check your bib number by clicking on this link-
https://bit.ly/3NB9Er3

Kit Distribution:

Venue- Pedal N Pour R9-006, M3M URBANA, Sector 67, Gurgaon
Location Pin- https://g.co/kgs/6DNK44w
Date & Time- Saturday, 23/11/24. 12pm to 5pm (5hrs)
- To collect your kit, bring a copy of confirmation mail
- Those who cannot come to collect the kit may collect on race day morning.
If you who have booked for the delivery of the kit will get it before 18th Nov.

Race Day Guidelines:

Race Day- 24th Nov, Sunday
Venue- The Dome, Behind Tata Raisina Residency Sector 59, Gurugram
Location pin- https://maps.app.goo.gl/BtceQ5aBNEwXpRfL8
Assembly Time- Reach 1hr before the start of your run/walk

Flag off Times:

Ultra-Runners and those starting till 6:30am won’t be allowed to run without head torch or proper lighting arrangements.
10Km Run & Walk- 7am, U-turn from 5Km mark
21.1Km Run- 6:00am, U-turn from 10.5Km mark
30Km Run & Walk- 5:30am, cut off 5hrs, U-turn from 15Km mark at Damdama Lake
51.1Km Ultra Run- 5:15am, cut off 9hrs
72.1Km Ultra Run- 5:15am, cut off 12hrs
5Km Fun Run- 7:30am start, U-turn at 2.5Km mark

Running Plan for Ultra Runners:

52.1Km= First loop 30Km (15K+15K), 2nd loop 21.1Km (10.5K+10.5K)
72.1Km= First loop 30Km (15K+15K), 2nd loop 21.1Km (10.5K+10.5K), 3rd loop 5Km (5K+5K), 4th loop 5Km (5K+5K)
Loop cut-off time for 72.1Km- You should finish your 3rd loop within 10hrs i.e. 3:15pm, from the start time,
The participants will not be allowed to go for 4th loop after 10hrs i.e. 3:15pm into the race No medal, no timing certificate.

Note of Caution for Walkers:

- Walkers are not allowed to Run.
- Any 10Km Walk participant finishing in less than 1:30hrs will be disqualified.
- Any 30Km Walk participant finishing in less than 4:30hrs will be disqualified.

Note:

- All the runners who opt to downgrade their distance in the middle of the run, irrespective of any reason will not be considered qualified for lowered distance and ranking
- If you have made up your mind to downgrade or upgrade your race distance then start your race with the respective distance start time. If you don’t do that, you will not get a timing certificate

Water Stations:

There are 7 water stations on the route i. e. 2.5km apart. The aid stations will have first-aid, water, energy drink, fruits and running related snacking items. Bring your own sippers in case you want to carry water. We’ll be serving water in disposable cups.
There will be Km markers and volunteers to guide you on the route and at every turn. The route is such that there is minimal chance of getting strayed off the route. Still, be careful.

Baggage & Medal Counter:

Runners may either keep their baggage in the car or deposit it at the baggage counter. If you are leaving your baggage and other stuff in the car, keep it in the dashboard or boot of the car. It should not be visible if someone is peeking into your car.
Mark your identification on the bag. Don’t leave valuable items in the bag
There will be a separate tent for ultra-runners to store their baggage and race related material.

Parking & Toilet:

Sufficient parking available
Toilet facility is available at the venue

Rewards & Felicitations:

# No cash prizes.
# No prizes/ felicitation in case of low participation (5 or less) in gender categories of each distance
# Only the winner will be felicitated if the participation is between 5 and 10.
# Top 3 will be felicitated if the participation size is 11 & above
# Age Category prizes only in distance categories where participation is more than 100

Queries to be addressed to support@coachravinder.com

Points worth Noting:

- Start your run/walk only with your respective distance category.
- You can-not change your race distance on race day.
- Those who fall in “Did Not Finish (DNF)” category will not get finisher medal and timing certificate.
- There are several confusing paths. Don’t lose focus, this is a relatively simple trail otherwise.
- Follow the wide trail paths which you would see, are regularly frequented by cyclists, runners & walkers.
- You are encouraged to carry your cell phone with you for navigation and as a safety precaution. In case of an emergency contact nearest aid station
- Keep your phone fully charged as the use of GPS while navigation will drain your battery faster
- It’s advisable to wear long socks with shorts or lowers; cushioned or trail shoes and cap
- Preferably carry a light backpack to keep water, snacks and more importantly to keep extra clothing which you may not need in later part of the run
- You will have limited connectivity inside the forest trail

- Check routes at https://aravalitrailrun.coachravinder.com/routemap.html