Eligibility
The 10km event is open to entrants over 12 years old but entries will be accepted from younger entrants competing with an adult. The Half Marathon event is open to entrants over 16 years old.
Entries posted to the Race Secretary, Moonshine Event,
PO Box 40-357, Upper Hutt will be accepted until 10th April. Late entries will be accepted on the day.
Entry Fee
For entries received by 03 April 2010, the entry fee for the 10km event is $17.00, and for the Half Marathon event is $27.00. Entries received after the 03 April 2010 will incur a late fee of $5.00 for both events. Entry on-line is available at http://www.enteronline.co.nz and will close on Thursday 08 April 2010.
Late Entries will be accepted at the Trentham United Harriers clubrooms* on Saturday 10 April between 1.00 - 5.00pm, and on Sunday 11 April from 7.00am until 15min prior to the start time of the event.
*Trentham United Harriers & Walkers clubrooms, Trentham Memorial Park (Barton Road entrance), Upper Hutt.
NB Entries received by 20 March 2010 will go in the draw for a $200 Sports voucher.
Refunds
Entry fees can be refunded if you withdraw in writing to PO Box 40-357, Upper Hutt, before the closing date (3 April 2010). A deduction of $2 will be made to cover administration costs. No refunds will be given thereafter.
Race Numbers
Race numbers will NOT be posted out. Race numbers can be collected from Trentham United Harriers clubrooms on Saturday 10 April from 1-5pm, and Sunday 11 April from 7am. Please register early to avoid lengthy queues. Registrations will close 15 minutes prior to the start of your event. Numbers must be pinned on the front at chest height and be clearly visible at all times. Please keep your number for collection of spot prizes after the finish.
Recorded Times & Certificates
Times will recorded up until 12:45pm and posted on our website http://www.trenthamunited.co.nz. Certificates will be available at the finish line for competitors to record their times.
Race Details
Start Times
Half Marathon: Walkers - 8.30am, Runners - 10.00am
10km Event: Runners - 10.15am, Walkers - 10.20am
(No late starters will be permitted)
Start/Finish
Both events start and finish at Trentham United Harriers clubrooms, Trentham Memorial Park, Barton Road entrance, Upper Hutt.
Course
Both courses (10km & Half Marathon) are measured distances. The 10km course commences from the Trentham United Harriers clubrooms and heads north along the flat Hutt River Trail for 6.2km, to the turn-around point after the first water stop. The Half Marathon course extends on along the Hutt River trail, past the duck pond at Te Haukaretu Park, and across the Norbert Street Bridge. A right-hand turn after the bridge follows a trail to Bridge Road and up to a swing bridge which signals the start of the Cannon Point walkway. The trail continues along a gentle bush track to Birchville Dam where it becomes suddenly steep and extends to the top of the ridge, providing spectacular views of bush-clad hills and the Hutt valley. From here, the course undulates along a narrow clay track to the top of Cannons Point and onto the Zig-Zag track that descends steeply and emerges onto Totara Park Road. Crossing the Totara Park Bridge, the course then follows the Hutt River trail south back to Trentham Memorial Park, and finishes at the Trentham United Harriers clubrooms.
The 10km course is a flat, off-road course through parkland, bush track and along the scenic Hutt River trail and is ideal for social and recreational runners and walkers.
The Half Marathon course is a challenging, off-road trail race. The 5km hill section is steep and the track is narrow in parts. It is best suited to experienced, long distance competitors with a high level of fitness. NB The Half Marathon course will have a cut-off time of 1hr 45min (walkers) and 1hr 10min (runners) enforced at the swing bridge (9.2km from start) which signifiies the start of the Cannon Point walkway. Race officials will eliminate from the event, any competitor unable to reach this stage within the stipulated times.
The course is not suitable for pushchairs. Dogs are not allowed to accompany competitors on any part of the course and are not permitted on any part of the Cannon Point walkway. Trentham Memorial Park is a smoke-free zone.
Water & First Aid Stations
Water stops will be provided at approximately 5km intervals along the course. We suggest you also bring your own water bottle. Upper Hutt Community Rescue will be stationed on the hill section of the half marathon course, and they reserve the right to withdraw any entrant they consider should not continue for medical reasons.
Race rules
The race is conducted by the Trentham United Harriers Club. Please follow the Race Marshalls instructions.
This event is sanctioned by Athletics NZ Association (Sanction number AW1005).
Race Numbers must be worn at all times during the race.
Runners can walk, but walkers CAN NOT run. Any walker failing to adhere to these rules may be disqualified.
Prizegiving
Prize giving will be held at the Trentham United Harriers clubrooms at 1pm (approximately). All entrants are eligiable for major prizes and spots prizes. NO merit prizes will be given. You must be present with your race number to collect your prize otherwise prizes will be redrawn. Prizes that are not claimed will be redrawn.
Facilities
Toilets and hot showers are available for competitors at the Trentham United Harriers clubrooms. Hot and cold beverages, as well as a sausage sizzle and snack food will be available at the finish.
The weather and what to wear
The event will be held wet or fine. Dress for the conditions on the day! The weather can be unpredictable and it is essential that you bring a change of clothes. In case of bad weather we strongly advise you wear thermals and carry a parka, hat and gloves.
Photos
Photographs of the event will be taken by Gary Nesbitt and will be available on the web at http://www.nesport.co.nz.
Major SPOT PRIZES include
2 x Mystery Weekends for Two
Shoe Clinic Voucher
... plus many more spot prizes!
Event Contacts
Suzanne Van Der Jagt (Event Organiser)
Phone: 04 977 8747
Email: events@trenthamunited.co.nz
Websites
http://www.enteronline.co.nz
http://www.coolrunning.co.nz
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