• Race Day Bib Collection: 5:45 pm (Golden Jubilee Field)

• Race Briefing: 6:45 pm

• Race Start: 7:00 pm (Wave A)

• Expected First Finisher: 8:35 pm

• Cut Off Time : 11:10 pm (4hrs from Wave C)

In order to ensure no congestion on course we will be having 3 self seeded starting waves. Starting at the following times:

Wave A: 7:00 PM

Wave B: 7:05 PM

Wave C: 7:10 PM

Each wave will contain approximately 150 runners.

The 4hr cutoff time will start once Wave C has begun.

Race Day: You can collect your bib between 5:45 PM and 6:45 PM at Golden Jubilee Field.

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

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 race starts at Golden Jubilee Field and finishes at St Ives Showground. For this edition, we’re running two shuttle services from St Ives Showground to help runners get to the start line.

• Pick-up location: St Ives Showground

• Departure times: 5:30 PM and 6:00 PM

• Approximate drop-off times: 5:45 PM and 6:15 PM

• Drop-off location: Golden Jubilee Field

Please arrive at approximately 5:15 PM to allow time for boarding. Buses will leave once full, so they may depart before the listed departure time.

FAQs:

• Bib collection is at Golden Jubilee Field.

• The shuttle service is optional.

• Shuttle bus tickets are sold out. No additional tickets will be available.

• Only runners who have pre-purchased a shuttle ticket can board.

• We’ve introduced two departure times to accommodate runners who arrive early and those who arrive late. It also helps reduce the bib collection lines at the race hub

• The exact shuttle pick-up location at St Ives Showground will be emailed to runners a few days before race day.

The additional shuttle bus tickets are now sold out and you will have to find your own way to the startline. We recommend car pooling with another runner.

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.

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.

Half Marathon Course Link:

• Strava

• Garmin

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

The course is marked exceptionally well using the following:

• Bright Orange, Reflective, 180 Cadence Flags. These are placed in the ground so you can see they when looking down.

• A5, Directional Arrows and Wrong Way Signage.

• Hazard Tape. Blocking off paths you shouldn’t go down.

• Multiple Course Marshals found throughout the course.

At 180 Cadence we pride ourselves on ensuring our courses are marked extremely well and you know where to go at all times.

Before the race starts the courses are checked by our forerunners to ensure the course markings are still in place.

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. Portaloos are also at the aid station (16km).

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 16.3 kms into the race. There is also an aid station once you cross the finish line

What is at the 16.3 aid station:

• PURE Gels

• PURE Electrolyte (mixed w/ water)

• Coca-Cola

• Water

• Oranges

• Snakes

What is at the finish aid station:

• Post race BBQ

• Water

• PURE Electrolyte (mixed w/ water)

• Coca-Cola

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, we have multiple marshals out on course.

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 + a running singlet.

There will also be a post race BBQ free for all runners

All runners will receive a premium running singlet 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.

A detailed support crew will go live on race week.