Event day


So....what happens on the actual day?


Start
The start of Coastrek is always SUPER exciting.

Just remember PRIOR to event day:

IMPORTANT TRACK NOTE CHANGE: 100k and 50k Night Teams - due to a track closure on South Head, Checkpoint 21 has been relocated - the updated Event Maps are now available under Plan & Train/Event Maps and will be issued to you on the day. Please read the notes to familiarise yourself with this change.

 IMPORTANT NOTICE: The St Johns number has been changed to 0414 376 615. Save it in your phone NOW!

ALL EVENTS start FRIDAY 1st MARCH 2013

Please bring with you:

  • Your Team Name, Bib Number and Start Wave
  • Signed Risk Waiver by all 4 team members
  • Compulsory & recommended gear: head torches, fluro/reflective vests, basic first aid, fluid & food, mobile phones and a suitable waterproof case or cover for your map books which are on A4 paper.

On arrival: (one hour prior to your start wave please)

  • If you arrive after your wave registration is closed you will asked to start in the next wave, however your timing device will automatically be linked to your original wave - so if your official event time is important to you -  BE ON TIME!
  • You cannot change events or start waves
  • Any last minute team member changes go to the" Team Change Desk" prior to registration.
  • All 4 Team Members MUST present to the Registration Marshal, after which 1 team member will complete the registration process, dropping off the completed and signed Team Risk Waiver/Medical Form, collecting bibs, safety pins, map booklet (A4 paper: remember to bring a waterproof case or suitable cover) and team timing device [Card (50km) or Stick (100km)]
  • Once registered please proceed to the start line 10 minutes before your wave start for a safety briefing
  • We'll have coffee vans ready to make you a great cofffee!

100km - PALM BEACH START

Wave 1 - 6.00am: Registration opens 5.00am / closes 5.45am


50km  DAY - PALM BEACH START

Wave 2 - 6.30am: Registration opens 5.30am  /closes 6.15am

Wave 3 - 7.00am: Registration opens 6.00am / closes 6.45am

Wave 4 - 7.30am: Registration opens 6.30am / closes 7.15am

Wave 5 - 8.00am: Registration opens 7.00am / closes 7.45am

 

50km NIGHT - BALMORAL START 

Wave 6 - 6.00pm: Registration opens 5.00pm / closes 5.45pm

On the route:

  • Bibs MUST be worn on your front.(This is for your safety and for our volunteers to identify your team).
  • The route is NOT marked. Use your maps and track notes.
  • You must activate your timing device at all checkpoint's along the route (clearly marked in map booklet).
  • Checkpoints are marked with orange/white flags with a blue CP Control station to punch/swipe your timing device.
  • There are 11 checkpoints in the Day 50km, 11 in the Night 50km,  22 in total for the 100km teams.
  • There are manned checkpoint's at 25km (Long Reef), 50km (Balmoral), 75km (Rose Bay) and 100km (Coogee).
  • All 4 team members must cross the finish and hand in their timing device with all checkpoints recorded to receive a finish time and to be eligible for a category place.
  • If you lose your timing device or forget to hand it in either at a manned checkpoint if withdrawing or at the finish line, you will be liable for a $100 replacement fee.
  • If a team member withdraws, you must call Coastrek HQ (No. on your bib)

Coastrek Manned Checkpoint supplies and services

We provide manned checkpoints at:

  • Long Reef (25km)
  • Balmoral (Day 50km finish / Night 50km start)
  • Rose Bay (25km/75km)  
  • Coogee (Night 50km / 100km finish)

We use these checkpoints to record your team's progress and to provide a rest area to meet your support teams, pick-up basic snacks and water refills.  These checkpoints are also a place to receive first aid if needed and provide access to emergency services.  They are where you'll meet our friendly volunteers cheering you on!

All four manned Checkpoints will have the following:

First aid:First aid services are provided by St John's at every manned checkpoint.

Toilets:Toilet facilities or portaloos are available at all manned checkpoints

Coffee: Coffee vans will be at Palm Beach Registration and Coogeee finish, also Kiosk/cafes at manned check-points at Long Reef, Balmoral and Rose Bay (normal trading hours)

Water and hydration: Drinking water, & re-hydration fluids will be available at each manned checkpoint as well as hot water and hot drinks at Balmoral, Rose Bay and Coogee.   

Remember to only use food and hydration products you have practised with during training.

Food and drink:We offer fruit, minimal snacks and drinks at the manned checkpoints for use by trekkers only.  It is your support crew that will provide you with anything you may need and are not carrying yourself on the day.