Saint Cuthbert's Way Ultra 100KM

Check Point Food and Snacks

There will be water, coke and snacks at every checkpoint. Snacks will include sweets, fruit and savoury options.

Hot drinks a wider selection of snacks/food will be available at Wooler and Morebattle.

But it is advised that you use your own nutrition and drop bags if you require substantial food types and choice.

At the finish there will be hot drinks and more substantial food stuffs. But again should you require a small meal (and it is highly advisable after an ultra distance event). Please but something in your finish bags.

Drop Bags/Finish Bag

For the 100K race two drop bags will be allowed. The first will be at Wooler and the second Morebattle.

Please keep the drop bags to a reasonable size. (A carrier bag size at most). Don't put too much food and drink in there as many people, end up not using most of what they put in their drop bags. Drop bags MUST be clearly labeled, write on your name/number and drop bag location.

Drop bags are not returned or taken to the finish if unused. So please do not put anything in that you would want back!

Finish Bag

We can also take items taken to the start back to finish ie keys, wallets, warm clothes. These should be put in a bag labeled finish and also have your name on the bag. Again please remember that space is limited, so only fetch essential items to the start with you.

Mandatory Kit

1. Proof of ID (Kit check only)
2. Whistle
3. Head torch(with spare batteries)
4. Survival bag
5. Compass
6. Maps
   1. St Cuthbert's Way: XT40 Edition
   2. OR 3 OS maps OS Explorer: 338,OL16,340
7. Hat and gloves
8. Waterproof jacket
9. Waterproof trousers
10. Minimum of 500ml water
11. Emergency food/sport bar
12. Personal cup
13. Mobile phone number of the race directors +447734309500 (Tim)
14. Fully charged phone
15. Flashing LED lights for night running

Main Rules

1. All competitors must be running under their own names and numbers. No swapping of numbers or running in another’s place will be accepted. If you are found to be running in another’s place you will be disqualified.
2. You must log your number with race marshals at each check point. It is your responsibility to make sure the marshal takes your number.
3. Any competitor who is deemed unfit to continue by the race directors, marshals or medics will be withdrawn from race. The decision will be FINAL.
4. Runners must carry all mandatory equipment at all times during the race unless stated otherwise at Race Briefing by the Race Director. If found to be not carrying the required kit at any time, you will be disqualified.
5. If you decide to retire from the race you must notify a marshal. You must surrender your race number and you will not be allowed to continue.
6. Unsporting behaviour (cheating) will not be tolerated and result in immediate disqualification. This includes but not limited to, not carrying mandatory kit at all times, taking short cuts, use of PEDs.
7. We strongly advise against the using of NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs i.e Ibuprofen) during the events, as they are proven to cause harm during endurance events. Doing so against this advice is strictly at the competitor’s risk.
8. All runners take full responsibility for their own navigation during the event.
9. You must have your bib number visible at all times or easily accessible to show the Check Point team.
10. If you do not leave an aid station before the cut off time you will not be allowed to continue for safety, cut-off times will be strictly enforced. If you get to the finish line after the final cut off you will unfortunately not be listed as an official finisher and will not be eligible for awards.
11. Littering will result in immediate disqualification. We must respect the trails at all times. Some of our events take place in SSSI (Sites of Special Scientific Interest), and securing permission to host events in these areas is very difficult. If you litter you not only jeopardise the events future, but more importantly you jeopardise the area.
12. Dogs are NOT allowed to take part in the event. They present a trip hazard to other runners and a risk of upsetting livestock of local land owners.
13. Earphones/headphones may be used, but MUST be taken off head or out of ears completely at certain points.
    1. When you’re approaching a road crossing
    2. When you’re approaching a checkpoint
    3. If you see a marshal in hi-viz anywhere along the race route
    4. On any section of trail narrow enough that you’re running single file
    5. Speakers are not allowed
    6. If you forget about your earphones, and a marshal signals you to remove them, you must do so immediately. If you try to argue the point about your music being turned off, your earphones may be confiscated from you until the race finish, and you also risk being removed from the race for your own safety, i.e. disqualified.
14. You do not have a right of way priority over any other users of the course, you must respect other users of the course throughout the duration of the event.
15. The race has an ARC permit number and will be held under ARC rules. We recommend that you make yourself familiar with ARC rules specific to trail running: http://www.runningclubs.org.uk/rules
16. No mules(A pacer or crew member or any other carrying kit/equipment that you should be carrying.) allowed during the event.
17. The use of pacers IS allowed on Ultra distance events, however they should offer no physical assistance. They should not open and close gates for you, as this is classed as physical assistance and gives and unfair advantage over runners who have to so themselves.
18. We actively encourage all runners to have crew support (motorised where possible) as Trail Outlaws cannot help in the transporting of crew members. We believe that the distance and course is challenge enough and that our friends and family put up with our training and time away, so actively encourage them to be with you at the event. However all crew must abide by the rules of the event at all times and listen to and take heed of any event staff direction. Crews must not jam up any of the trails or byways or highways during the event. Any violations of the rules by the crew and or pacers will result in the disqualification of the runner.
19. You must carry a fully charged mobile phone and the number must be given to event staff prior or at the registration of the event.
20. You must be 18 years of age on the day of the event to take part in a 50 mile + event. You must be 21 years of age on the day of the even to take part in a 100 mile + event.

Coach Transfer for the Race

Although the race starts at Melrose, most people decide to register at Wooler and leave their car at Wooler.(There is also a free shuttle service from the race finish at Holy Island to Wooler.). If you decide to register at Wooler. You can also book a coach transfer from Wooler to Melrose to get you start of the race, if you do not have a support team to take you. You are also able to register at Melrose if that is a better option for you.

Accomodation

We have managed to secure the Wooler YHA for the whole weekend. So you can book accomodation at the hostel from Friday night through to Sunday. So if you are travelling to the race or even just fancy a lie in. There is everything from rooms of two to shared bunk rooms. Bedding is provided but you will need to bring your own towel.