30/31 OCtOBER 2010SOUtH WESt BRItAIN WHERE WIll yOU BE?

In 1968 the OrIgInal mOuntaIn marathOn, fOrmerly KImm, InnOvated the mOuntaIn marathOn cOncept.

the Omm Is InternatIOnally the largest and mOst prestIgIOus mOuntaIn marathOn event.

the Omm tests teamwOrK, self-relIance, endurance, OutdOOr and navIgatIOnal sKIlls.

thIs year the event runs On the weeKend Of the 30/31 OctOber and wIll taKe place In sOuth west brItaIn.

tO enter sImply fIll In the fOrm In the mIddle Of thIs bOOKlet and pOst It bacK tO us.

1. closing date for entries 28 July.

2. anyone submitting more than one entry will be disqualified from the event.

3. 1st, 2nd and 3rd prize winners from the last 3 events (other than elite and long score) are ineligible for prizes when competing in the same or lower course.

4. entry limits: we receive entries in excess of the maximum places available. In the interests of fairness we operate a selection draw.

5. automatic entry is given to: winners of any course or category in the last 3 events, planners and controllers of previous KImm/Omm events and international teams.

6. entries drawn after the maximum numbers have been reached will be held on a reserve list to be allocated places if and when competitors who have an accepted place withdraw from the event.

7. the start list will be published on our website www.theomm.com by 2 august 2010. a printed event programme will be sent to all successful entrants shortly thereafter.

8. all unsuccessful teams (1st team member) will be advised within 7 days of the draw being made that they have nOt been successful, and a full refund of entry fee will be made.

cOndItIOns Of entry

Omm 2010 cOndItIOns Of entry

1. competitors must not seek to obtain unfair advantage by searching for courses or inspecting the competition area before the race.

2. minimum age of competitors at time of the race:• �Elite�&�A�Class��–�Minimum�age�18.��

minimum team combined age 36.• �Other�classes�–�Minimum�age�16.�

minimum team combined age 34. parental consent will be requested for competitors under 18.

3. minimum previous experience –�must�be�as�set�out�in�course�descriptions (see page 15/16).

4. pairs must maintain contact with each other throughout the entire competition and ensure that both team members visit the control sites together. the only exception is in the case of emergency, when competitors must exercise their own judgement as to the appropriate action to take, including seeking assistance from other competitors.

5. teams must carry or wear the equipment and clothing on the official kit list. equipment check lists will be sent to competitors with their race programme. these must be completed and presented at registration.

6. competitors must permit the examination of their equipment by race officials at all times.

7. On completion of the course all competitors must be in possession of sufficient rations for an emergency.

8. use of mobile phones is not allowed. mobile phones may be carried, but must be presented at registration and sealed in a bag by the organisers.

9. gps devices are not allowed. mobile phones equipped with gps may be carried, as per rule 10.

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10. Out of bounds areas and defined crossing points marked on the competition map must be respected.

11. the event organisers reserve the right to disqualify and / or ban competitors who act in such a way to bring the event into disrepute or unnecessarily endanger other competitors or race officials.

12. competitors must register and be at day 1 and day 2 starts by the times stated in the race programme, unless included in a chasing start (see rule 16).

13. courses will close at 22:00 on day 1 and 17:00 on day 2.

14. On day 2 a chasing start will operate:• �Elite,�A,B,C,D�–�for�all�teams�within�

1 hour of the fastest team in their class on day 1.

• �Short,�medium,�long�score�–�leading 20 teams on day 1.

15. the winning teams will be determined by:• �Elite,�A,B,C,D�–�The�lowest�

aggregate time over the entire course.

• �Short,�medium,�long�score�–� the highest number of points, and lowest aggregate time if tied.

16. Once registered, competitors must report to the event headquarters and return their tag whether they have completed the course or not.

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2010 ENtRy FORM

trIO chest pOuchA versatile pouch to LINK with most rucksacks in many positions. Designed to fit OMM packs on front harness.

the last drOp 10L Slim profile lightweight pack with great features for running, biking or travel.

classIc 25/32Used around the world for mountain marathons, biking, hiking, skiing and many other activities – including the summit of Everest! Available in two sizes – 32 litres with 50cm back length and 25 litres with 45cm back length.

ultra 15Versatile lightweight zip access pack with innovative compression design.

adventure lIght 20LeanweIght pack with add-ons for adventure running, biking or walking. MSC fits to outside as compression panel and for gear stash or fits inside for bladder carry.

waIst pOuch 3.5L leanweight waist pouch with two mesh belt pouches and compression. Wide belt for stability.

ultra waIst pOuch A larger waist pouch with innovative ‘quick stash’ single handed bottle holster, supplied complete with Ultra Bottle and zipped belt pocket.

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please remember tO Include yOur teams entry fee Of £98 entrIes shOuld be sent tO: Omm ltd., 17 wOOdsIde haslIngden, rOssendale, lancs bb4 6qq

entry deadlIne: 28 July 2010the start lIst wIll be publIshed On Our websIte www.theOmm.cOm On the 2 august 2010

cheques shOuld be made payable tO Omm ltd.

JIrIshanca 35Tough enough for ice routes in winter, ‘cleans off’ for rock routes in summer, big enough for ultralight backpacking and light enough for the OMM.

mOuntaIn mOver 55+10The absolute epitome of LEANweIght design for backpacking, expedition adventure racing and long distance trails.

the vIllaIn 45+10An advanced mountaineering pack from OMM. Constructed with high tensile Dyneema® fabric, giving appropriate strength and versatility.

mOuntaIn pacKs KamleIKa

Kamleika race stretch waterproofs.Lightweight 4 way stretch waterproofs giving silent performance and maximum comfort for running, adventure racing, biking and all adrenaline sports. Reflective detailing to the rear and arms and legs for extra visibility, water resistant YKK zips with venting.

Jacket – Adjustable hood, tab cuffs, two high mounted hand pockets.

Smock – hood, thumb loops, one chest pocket.

Pants – easy on over footwear, one hip pocket.

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cOmpetItIOn and cOurses

• This event is not suitable fornovices to British mountains. Both team members must have some Mountain experience.

• It is the responsibility of all entrants to choose a course commensurate with their ability and experience. The organisers reserve the right to refuse entry if, in their judgement, insufficient ability and experience is demonstrated in the entry form.

• Competition AreaThe assembly area will only be disclosed when race information is dispatched to competitors in mid August. Seeking to gain advantage by reconnoitring the competition area is against the rules.

• CoursesCompetitors are entered as teams of two (Men, Women or Mixed Teams). There are 7 courses: guideline distances and winning times for each course are listed below. These assume reasonable weather conditions.

 1. Elite (E) 80km 12hrs 2. A class 65km 11hrs 3. B class 55km 10hrs 4. C class 45km 8hrs 5. D class 40km 8hrs 6. Long Score (LS)

7 + 6hrs (day 1 / 2) 7. Medium Score (MS) 6 + 5hrs 8. Short Score (SS) 5 + 4hrs

Elite CourseWith international flavour catering exclusively for the most competent and experienced. Only those with proven ability can be accepted for this class.

A CourseAlso exceedingly demanding and embracing the same hazardous terrain but with reduced distance and ascent. For experienced mountain marathon competitors.

B CourseLess demanding than the ‘A’ course in both distance and climb. For teams with previous mountain marathon experience.

• Taped waterproof jacket with hood• Taped waterproof trousers• Additional full leg cover• Base layer top• Additional warm layer top• Hat• Gloves• Socks•  Footwear with suitable grip

for off trail fell conditions•  Headtorch capable of giving

useable light for a minimum of 12 hours

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• Whistle• Compass• Map (as supplied)• Sleeping bag• Adequate first aid equipment•  Pen/pencil and paper capable

of being used in wet conditions• Survival bag• Rucksack• Emergency rations

Each individual and team is responsible for being properly equipped for two days unsupported in exposed terrain at the end of October. Cotton clothing is not suitable. This list should be seen

• Tent with sewn in groundsheet• Food for the duration of the event

EACH CoMPETIToR MuST WEAR oR CARRy THE FoLLoWInG:

EACH TEAM MuST CARRy THE FoLLoWInG AT ALL TIMES:

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•   Cooking equipment including stove with sufficient fuel for duration of the race, with some spare for emergency use

as a minimum requirement only. The organisers reserve the right to disqualify any competitors who, in their opinion, do not have the necessary kit to survive in an emergency situation.

C CourseNew course. Intended as a transition between linear courses and Score courses. At certain stages of the course, competitors will need to select which controls they visit. Result will be based solely on time.

D CourseEquivalent to C course in previous years. For teams with limited Mountain Marathon experience, but with good hill walking experience.

Score Competition• Long Score (LS): suitable for the Elite to experienced B category of competitors who have had previous mountain marathon experience or for orienteers who have extensive mountain experience.

• Medium Score (MS): additional challenge for previous Short Score competitors or as an alternative to the B class.

• Score Short (SS): suitable for teams with hill walking experience and good navigation skills or for orienteers who want to use their skills of navigation in the mountains.

On all courses a prize will be awarded for the best placed team with– combined age over 90– all women/mixed gender– family team

Every year we are honoured to receive entries from serving members of the UK military. In recognition of our armed services we are initiating an award for best military team called The Hutton Trophy. This year, the award will be focused on the Long Score as it emphasizes the qualities of the British Armed Forces of self reliance, fitness, navigation and decision making. This award has been presented to OMM by the family of Marine Jamie Hutton who was tragically killed in a training accident. Jamie and his father Jim, also a serving Royal Marine, were the highest placed family team in their category in the Brecon Beacons 2006. Jim continues to compete as part of the OMM community.

Teams are expected to be able tofinish their course in a time of thatof the winner plus 50%. Competitorswho doubt their ability to completea course within this time are advisedto enter a shorter course. Waterproof maps are issued to each competitor. Scale 1:40,000; contour intervals 15 metres. Competitors are advised to familiarise themselves with this type of map prior to the race.

1968 our foundation event.

1972 First overseas competitors, Norwegians Stig Berge and Karl Martin Larsenn won the Elite class.

1976 Galloway had exceptionally bad weather with only 30% completing. Gerry Charnley the organiser, when asked in a BBC interview ‘don’t you think this event is too tough?’ responded, ‘Everybody knows this is the KIMM, the toughest event on the calendar and it’s not a Sunday afternoon picnic.’

1977 A special 1:40,000 scale map was commissioned from Harvey Maps, enabling the setting of high standards for mountain navigation.

1978 The first Swiss KIMM followed later by ones in Norway, Indonesia and Japan.

1982 Gerry Charnley was killed on Helvellyn and Jen Longbottom took over the organisation.

1998 ‘The Howling Howgills’ was recorded for the first time online; the first UK event to do so.

1999 Introduction of digital timekeeping and uploading to website.

2004 Mark Seddon completed his 10th win of the Elite course and awarded ‘freedom of the event’.

2006 name changed to the oMM, Original Mountain Marathon. Total commitment to continuity of event excellence and the best innovative lightweight gear.

2007 our 40th event was filmed by BBC Scotland.

2008 ‘The Great Storm’ in the Lake District. For the first time the event had to be cut short part way through the first day.

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Design by OMM competitor David Ottley  www.davidottley.co.uk

Omm 2010 Is spOnsOred by

cOntact Omm ltd.

01524 822084

info@theomm.com

Omm event Organiser

(Jen longbottom)

01706 216612

jen@theomm.com

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