What have you signed up for?

A real challenge

A test of both physical and mental stamina

A wide variety of terrain and surrounds

A bonding experience with your fellow

fundraisers

An experience that you will never forget

… and all for a great cause

The Challenge

Walk 100 Kilometres 41% of starters dropped out during the

challenge… Walk 100 Kilometres in 24hrs

20-30hrs, last year 40 challengers finished within 24 hours!

Walk 100 Kilometres in 24hrs with no sleep

What will the route look like Maps and directions

Issued at the start of each 25k leg The directions will have a map on with the route marked

and 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 mid May for those wanting to use their own handheld GPS systems

Route markers Arrows Glowsticks Tape

Checkpoints/ Rest stops

7 Rest stops in total 5 Check Points 2 meal stops 1 meal at finish

All Checkpoints Swipe you SI-Card Refuel ▪ on fluids and high energy snacks

Stretch out▪ You prevent muscles seizing up

Kit shuffle ▪ anything that that you will need for the next leg

Get walking

Timing

Supplied by SPORTident electronic timing card (SI-Card) worn on lanyard around the neck 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.

Scrolling screen at finish will show the results for every participant. 

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 walk

You must inform the logistics team on the event day of any changes to groups

There will be pace walkers to group individual walkers and pairs Stay in pace groups if less than 3

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

For full information on these codes see: http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/TravelAndTransport/Highwaycode/DG_070108 and

http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/ourwork/enjoying/countrysidecode/default.aspx

Retiring

You must notify a member of events staff You must return your SI-card A vehicle will be dispatched Will be advised of a meeting point A waiting time may be required Will be taken to the nearest train station You are advised to retire at a checkpoint for

more comfort and faster exit Advised 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

Registration

Issued with race number Sign in and register walking groups Have an Idea for your completion time

(be realistic) Must complete detail on the back of event

number electronic 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 Accreditation in bar area09:30 Participant Briefing10:00 Slower Walkers Start10:30 Participant Briefing11:00 Medium Walkers Start11:30 Participant Briefing12:00 Fastest Walkers Start

Stage One – Richmond to Nonsuch Park. 18.9km

Stage One – Richmond to Nonsuch Park. 18.9km

18.9k – Nonsuch Park

Stage Two – Nonsuch Park to Oaks Park. 8.0km

Stage Two – Nonsuch Park to Oaks Park. 8.0km

26.9k – Oaks Park Café

Stage Three – Oaks Park to Godstone. 15.2km

Stage Three – Oaks Park to Godstone. 15.2km

42.1k –Godstone Primary School

Stage Four – Godstone to Felbridge. 14.7km

Stage Four – Godstone to Felbridge. 14.7km

56.8k Felbridge Football Club

Stage Five – Felbridge to Sharpthorne. 9.2km

Stage Five – Felbridge to Sharpthorne. 9.2km

66.0k – Sharpthorne Club

Stage Six – Sharpthorne to Scaynes Hill. 13.2km

Stage Six – Sharpthorne to Scaynes Hill. 13.2km

79.2k – Scaynes Hill Millennium centre

Stage Seven – Scaynes Hill to Plumpton. 10.0km

Stage Seven – Scaynes Hill to Plumpton. 10.0km

89.2k – Plumpton College

Stage Eight – Plumpton to Ovingdean. 14.7km

Stage Eight – Plumpton to Ovingdean. 14.7km

100k(+3.9k) – Finish BVUK Ovingdean

Finish

A triumphant stride through the finish gantry

Final swipe of SI card Go into the timing tent to return your

SI card Tuck in to a well earned meal Stretch out and enjoy doing

absolutely nothing for a while Get picked up

Shuttle buses to Brighton station

Recovery

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

Active recovery – Keep stretching and moving about

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

showerproof 20 to 40 litres capacity breathable 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

lightweight quick drying material some designs are shower or

waterproof packs down to a small size zip 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.

lightweight quick drying material smooth seams to prevent chafing long sleeve also useful bright colour for safety especially at

night

Kit List - Socks

lightweight Coolmax socks light to midweight trekking socks quick drying material Bring Spare socks

Kit List – Head Torch

Head Torch lightweight long battery life bright with high lumen output comfortable head band and fitting

system

Kit List - First Aid Kit

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

Ibuprofen & Paracetamol antiseptic wipes sticking plasters sunscreen factor 20+ Vaseline for chafing insect repellent

Kit List - Hydration Systems and Water

hands free system Reduces energy and helps focus on task

bottles 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 head torch, 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.

Food and Nutrition

Packed Lunch The first section of the walk is self catered so bring a nice light

lunch and plenty of snacks

Catering Stops Felbridge

▪ Soup, Vegetable Lasagne, Shepherd's pie, Baked potatoes with a range of fillings, Salad and fresh fruit

Scaynes Hill▪ Porridge, Granola, Tea and Coffee, Toast with a range of spreads, Bacon

Rolls, Fruit Smoothies

Ovingdean▪ Soup, New Potato & Citrus Chicken salad, Smoked salmon & cream cheese

bagels, Spanish Omelette, Rich chocolate cake

Food and Nutrition

Hydration 2 litres between checkpoints Train with this amount to get used to the

weight If you retire you may have to wait for

pick up so ensure you have enough Snacks

See kit list

Questions?