Sydney Trail Half Marathon, Night Edition, Race Details:

• Date: Saturday the 18th of October

• Start Time: 7:15 PM

• Start Location: Golden Jubilee Field (Back Oval)

• Finish Location: St Ives Showground (Louise Lennon Pavilion)

• Race Day Bib Collection: 6:00 pm (Golden Jubilee Field)

• Race Briefing: 7:00 pm

• Race Start: 7:15 pm

• Expected First Finisher: 8:40 pm

• Cut Off Time : 11:15 pm

You will be able to collect your bib pre race & during the race. There will be no bib mail outs.

Race Week: On Wednesday 15th October, Thursday 16th October at Pace Athletic Castle Hill during store opening hours.

Race Day: You can collect your bib between 6:00 PM and 7:15 PM at Golden Jubilee Field.

Bib Numbers will be emailed to you the week of the race.

If you have not purchased an additional shuttle bus ticket you will have to find your own way to the startline.

There is plenty of parking found at St Ives Showground.

There is some parking found at the Golden Jubilee Field. Otherwise there is plenty of street parking just outside of the field.

The following mandatory gear is required:

• 1 x mobile phone

• 1 x Head Torch

• The ability to carry 500ml of water. This can be a flask, bladder, water bottle, etc…

You will not be able to start the race without a working head torch.

We’ve worked extremely hard to put together the best Sydney Trail Half Marathon course. The course is massively upgraded from the June edition.

On race day you’ll have an amazing trail running experience, blending technical single track sections with fire trail portions that allow for a more open stride. As you navigate the route, you'll encounter varying terrain, including challenging hills and scenic stretches that showcase the natural beauty of the area. It's important to approach the more technical segments with caution, taking your time and being mindful of your footing to ensure a safe and enjoyable run

The Sydney Trail Half Marathon course offers a dynamic trail running experience, blending technical single track sections with fire trail portions that allow for a more open stride. As you navigate the route, you'll encounter varying terrain, including challenging hills and scenic stretches that showcase the natural beauty of the area. It's important to approach the more technical segments with caution, taking your time and being mindful of your footing to ensure a safe and enjoyable run.

Should you find yourself behind a slower runner, we ask that you exercise patience and courtesy by politely requesting space to pass when it's safe for them to do so. Likewise, if you hear someone approaching from behind, please allow them the opportunity to overtake. This mutual respect among runners will contribute to a positive atmosphere throughout the event.

Half Marathon Course Link:

• Strava

• Garmin

There is a strict 4hr cutoff time for the half marathon

There will be a bag drop available at the start line of the race (Golden Jubilee Field)

All bags must be marked with your name and no valuables left in your bag (this includes phone & keys). You will be able to collect your bag at the finish line at St Ives Showground.

In order to complete the course runners are required to cross multiple roads.

All roads will have traffic control marshals stationed to help you cross the road.

Remember to look before crossing and listen to the marshals.

We will be working with the best photographers in the business to get you some amazing race photos that you will receive for free after the event. A link will be sent to you when they are ready to download.

Toilets can be found on the start and finish line.

There are no toilets on course. If you need to go while racing, please stay at least 100m from creeks, drainage lines and away from tracks and trails.

There will be trophies awarded to the first, second and third males & females to cross the line.

There are no age group trophies or awards.

There will be live results. We will share the link pre race.

Final results will be sent to you after the race + uploaded to UTMB for indexing

There is an aid station found at the Warrimoo Track exit 15.8 kms into the race.

You'll find a variety of fruits, lollies and water to keep your spirits high and your energy levels sustained. Make sure to thank the volunteers at the Aid Station

There is also an aid station once you cross the finish line

Safety is a top priority for us at the Sydney Trail Half Marathon, Night Edition. We strongly encourage all runners to keep an eye out for one another throughout the race.

Should you encounter any issues or emergencies during the event, please do not hesitate to contact the race director & medical staff immediately. Their numbers are found on the back of your bib.

For your safety and wellbeing, we have trained medical staff stationed at the aid stations and race hub. Additionally, to ensure everyone's safety throughout the event, sweepers will follow the last runner.

Once the podium has been decided there will be a short prize giving presentation

After crossing the finishing line of the Sydney Trail Half Marathon you will receive a medal.

There will also be a post race BBQ

All runners will receive a running shirt for signing up to the Sydney Trail Half Marathon, Night Edition. You will be able to collect this on race day after you finish the race.

Given that the course can be quite technical at points it is our recommendation that you wear a trail running shoes during the event

We recommend that you head over to your local running store and try some on.

The race starts at Golden Jubilee Field and finishes at St Ives Showground. In order to help you get to the start line, we'll be offering a coach service from St Ives Showground. 

• Pick up location: St Ives Showground

• Pick up time: 6:00 pm (1 hour, 15mins before the start of the race)

• Drop off location: Golden Jubilee Field

• Drop off time: 6:15 pm (approx 1 hour before the start of the race)

FAQs:

• Bib Collection is at Golden Jubilee Field

• The coach is optional.

• All tickets must be pre purchased.

• Tickets are limited. Once sold out we cannot offer more.