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We put you on a bus...

       We blindfold you...

              We take you to an unknown location...

                     You have no tech, no map, no watch, no idea where you are...


                     Will you make it back to HQ or be lost for ever?


                                                            'The Drop'

August 13th 2023

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A different kind of race

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Register, choose your distance: 10 or 15 Miles.
​To enter as a pair, buy two tickets! (choose 10 or 15 on the day!)


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Registration::
WE WILL ANNOUNCE THIS 2 WEEKS BEFORE THE EVENT!

Parking:: 
Parking is available in the town centre, please park sensibly near by, preferably arrange to car share. be aware how long you could be parking for. there is great rail and bus links, leave the car at home and join us for a drink after!

Catering:: 
Hot drinks / cold drinks and snacks and food available at the finish. bring some pennies for the well stocked cafe/bar
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Weather::
BBC we can't really tell you! 

Nearest Railway Station:: 
Station, 10 minute walk from event HQ

Bus Services::
Bus station 10 minutes from event HQ

​Times::
Registration opens 08:15
Bus leaves at 09:00 
​Start when we reach the start

Costs::
£30.00 per person run solo or in a team as big as you want (10/15-mile)

Closing Date:: 
when full... Limited to just 40 places


Prizes::
​EVERYONE GETS SOMETHING


What do you get on the day::
  1. Transport to the start location
  2. Support vehicles out in the area to collect the... lets be clear, we wont be collecting you, there are no support vehicles!
  3. A hot meal, food & drink's etc are available at the event HQ bring some £'s
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The following will get you disqualified;
  • Using of a gps device. Recording your progress is acceptable, but the device you use will have to be sealed in the emergency bag. (We will supply this and seal it for you!)
  • Using a map other than any that we choose to give you, See example below!
  • Using anything except your own two legs to get you to the finish!
  • Breaking the seal on the emergency kit bag
  • Cut off time 4 hours 15-Mile & 3 hours 10-mile

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10 and 15 mile distances for the drop brighouse
10 and 15 mile distances... Obviously we wont give you an actual route!

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Start Times?
These will depend on the exact location of the drop, expect this to be anything between 10:00am and 11:00am.
Cut off times?
4 Hours (15 mile) If you can't make the generous cut off time, DO NOT enter this event, you will be putting your self and our team at risk. (15 miles as the crow flies could end up been 20 depending how lost you get) & 3 hours 10-Mile

Prizes? 
Memento for all finishes
What support is available along the route?
There is NO support available after the start, NO first aid, NO physio, NO toilets NO water etc, if you cant handle this please don't enter.

There will be NO sweeper vehicle, you have to make your own way back.


What is the terrain?
How the heck do we know, the route is entirely your choice, hills, moors, canals, tracks and road... You decide
What kit do I need to bring on the day?
There are several things that you will need on the day to help you to perform your best. The following list is just a suggestion of what we have found useful - talk to other athletes, Join a local club who will be able to give you some great advice and develop a list to best suit you. 
* Warm/suitable clothes for prior to and after the event, these can be left on the bus and will be at the event centre on your return.
* Race numbers - pinned/attached to your race t-shirt/top or race belt, and any medical conditions clearly written on the back of your number. 
You will need to show your race numbers for the duration of the event and at prize giving.   

Map of how to get to the event venue!

Mandatory kit - Mandatory Kit list regardless of the weather for all competitors, this is the minimum we will expect you to have. 
  1. • Waterproof jacket - not a log flume poncho or super market fashion jacket, it has to have a waterproof membrane with taped seams
  2. • Waterproof trousers see point 1
  3. • Foil blanket
  4. • Whistle
We will be doing spot checks on the day, anyone who does not have this minimum kit or in OUR opinion is not prepared for the weather / event will NOT be starting.
Foil blankets can be purchased on the day £2.50 each 
How can I check race results?
If, you finish, race results will be published within two hours of race ending, on our website under the 'Results'. On the day results will be available from the race results centre - Somewhere in the event centre. It is your responsibility to visit the website if you want them in a hurry!
Can under 18-year olds enter your events?
We are sorry but due to Child Protection and Insurance restrictions, we do not currently allow any under 18-year olds to enter our events. But keep in touch or drop us an email as this might be changing.
Do I need to bring any forms with me?
No, at registration you will need to provide your name and address details & an emergency contact. If you have decided to give your place to someone else it is important that you let us know at registration so that we can update our records in case of an emergency, and for timing purposes.
Are there any water / feed station?
NO
Drop Bag
Please leave a drop bag at the event centre, you are welcome to find a quiet space on the floor for a few hours recovery! (NO space Christmas edition)
Where do I park?
The venue has plenty parking but please park sensibly. (EXCEPT, Christmas edition, this is a town centre location and as such there are parking restrictions/charges. Bus and Train stations are less than 1 minute walk from HQ)
Refunds
NO, there will be no refunds. from the moment you enter we start to incure costs.
Change of participant
If you wish to have another competitor take your place a  £5.00 admin charge will be made. 

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