WHY IS THERE NOW A SOLO UNASSISTED CATEGORY IN THE DOWN UNDER 135?
We have decided to bring in this category to increase to the appeal to some of Australia's and the worlds extra crazy. In all seriousness some of those people have touched base and asked us to consider so we are happy to oblige.
WHAT ARE THE DATES OF THE DOWN UNDER 135?
Dates are Friday April 6th, Saturday April 7th, Sunday April 8th 2018
HOW DO I REGISTER FOR THE DU135?
Entering
WHO CAN ENTER THE EVENT?
Anyone can put in an application to enter Down Under 135 however only entries having met qualification standards will be eligible for acceptance. The Down Under Race Committee will determine whether you are accepted, we have a set permit number we cannot exceed so this will determine acceptance numbers.
ARE WE CRAZY?
We are giving you possibly one of the best 50 / 100 km you have done on Victorian trails but thought an extra 167 km / 117 km on top makes it way more memorable hahahaha
WHY WAS THE EVENT STARTED?
The Down Under 135 has been started off the back of 4 ultra running mates wanting to create not just any race but an Australian running icon and a race that is renowned across the world. The lads have formed an event race committee Down Under Inc. The event will be ran to cover costs and reinvest back into the event.
WHY DO I NEED A CREW OF 2?
It is through talking to experienced endurance athletes that this would allow for 1 driver, 1 spare to co-drive, pacing and you have the ability to have extras if you wish. You must remember runners could be out and about for up to 48 hrs. The area is hilly, windy with steep embankments so crews need to be alert throughout the event we are providing hubs for crew to recharge and rest whilst waiting our concerns are for the whole team not just the runner. Crews will be monitored and checked for fatigue at checkpoints.
CAN I RUN WITH MY DOG OR PUSH A PRAM?
To quote Ordo "No. This is not Albert Park" but it would be bloody hilarious (without the baby).
WHO CAN I CONTACT FOR MORE INFORMATION?
Contact us via our email if you require further details or find us on Facebook, Down Under 135mi.
We have decided to bring in this category to increase to the appeal to some of Australia's and the worlds extra crazy. In all seriousness some of those people have touched base and asked us to consider so we are happy to oblige.
WHAT ARE THE DATES OF THE DOWN UNDER 135?
Dates are Friday April 6th, Saturday April 7th, Sunday April 8th 2018
HOW DO I REGISTER FOR THE DU135?
Entering
WHO CAN ENTER THE EVENT?
Anyone can put in an application to enter Down Under 135 however only entries having met qualification standards will be eligible for acceptance. The Down Under Race Committee will determine whether you are accepted, we have a set permit number we cannot exceed so this will determine acceptance numbers.
ARE WE CRAZY?
We are giving you possibly one of the best 50 / 100 km you have done on Victorian trails but thought an extra 167 km / 117 km on top makes it way more memorable hahahaha
WHY WAS THE EVENT STARTED?
The Down Under 135 has been started off the back of 4 ultra running mates wanting to create not just any race but an Australian running icon and a race that is renowned across the world. The lads have formed an event race committee Down Under Inc. The event will be ran to cover costs and reinvest back into the event.
WHY DO I NEED A CREW OF 2?
It is through talking to experienced endurance athletes that this would allow for 1 driver, 1 spare to co-drive, pacing and you have the ability to have extras if you wish. You must remember runners could be out and about for up to 48 hrs. The area is hilly, windy with steep embankments so crews need to be alert throughout the event we are providing hubs for crew to recharge and rest whilst waiting our concerns are for the whole team not just the runner. Crews will be monitored and checked for fatigue at checkpoints.
CAN I RUN WITH MY DOG OR PUSH A PRAM?
To quote Ordo "No. This is not Albert Park" but it would be bloody hilarious (without the baby).
WHO CAN I CONTACT FOR MORE INFORMATION?
Contact us via our email if you require further details or find us on Facebook, Down Under 135mi.
The boys the day they decided to dream big
Entry Information
WHEN DO ONLINE ENTRIES OPEN?
Entries are open October 1st to those who have accepted qualifiers.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO ENTER?
As a very cost affordable event for the distance $440, we are aiming to cover costs with 35 entrants at this price.
WHAT DOES MY ENTRY FEE COVER?
- Permits and compliance with land managers, venues and regulatories
- Infrastructure to ensure that we can run a safe and successful event for participants and non participants
- Lightly marked and signposted course (it is 217 km so can't do every 500m)
- Professional medical and emergency support
- DU Headquarters at Blackwood
- Timing and results
- SPOT Tracking
- A magnificent organised event
- An opportunity to win placegetter prizes
- An opportunity to win spot prizes
- Finishers prize
- Event hubs and checkpoints for runners and crews
- Eligibility to receive spot prizes at presentations
CAN I TRANSFER MY ENTRY OR OBTAIN A REFUND?
NO YOU CANNOT TRANSFER! You will need to email the DU race committee at downunder135@gmail.com for your withdrawal to be official and be reimbursed a part refund.
October 1st - December 31st 2017
Full refund minus $50
January 1st until March 31st 2018
IF A WAITING LIST ENTRANT takes your place
you will be refunded 75% of your total entry fee
IF UNABLE TO REPLACE WITH A WAITING LIST ENTRANT
you will be refunded 50% of your total entry fee as the event has already committed to a number of expendables based on confirmed numbers.
DO I HAVE TO MEET THE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS BEFORE I ENTER?
No, you can complete the requirements at any time prior to the start of the race.
DO I NEED TO REGISTER MY CREW?
Yes, all participants and crew regardless of age must be registered to be covered under the events safety compliance and regulations.
WHAT IF I DON'T HAVE A CREW?
Due to the course being located under 1 hr from Melbourne we believe we can assist in putting you in contact with willing people to be on your team. To do this we have setup a register with expressions of interest where we will provide contact details but ultimately you will need to setup your own conversations to ensure this person/s is compatible with you and your race goals.