The Drop - Glasgow

The Drop - Glasgow

The Drop - Glasgow is a navigation challenge that starts and finishes at Ocho, 8 Speirs Wharf, Glasgow. Participants are taken, blindfolded, to an undisclosed drop location and must find their own way back to the event centre without route markers or external guidance.

Available distance options include:

• 15 miles - the original, longest core Drop option
• 10 miles - same rules in a shorter format
• 6 miles - for non-locals only, restricted to those without local route knowledge

At registration participants hand over all electronic devices, watches, and navigational aids. They receive a race number and a sealed emergency bag that must be carried for the duration of the event. Boarding is done blindfolded or with approved alternatives such as blackout safety goggles, and transport takes participants to an unknown location. Timing starts when blindfolds are removed.

Rules emphasise self-reliance: no maps, no GPS, no compass, and no external help. Devices may record only if sealed inside the emergency bag. Movement must be on foot and breaking the emergency bag seal leads to disqualification. Distances are measured as the crow flies, so actual travel distance will be longer.

An optional live GPS tracking system is available for convenience and safety; it is not included in the entry fee. Trackers are typically accurate within five metres but can be affected by buildings and signal black spots. Trackers must be returned after the event or a replacement fee will apply. Organisers retain additional safety features not available to participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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