The Drop - Cambridge
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The Drop - Cambridge
The Drop - Cambridge is an outdoor navigation event that sends participants to an undisclosed drop-off and requires them to return to the event centre using only their own navigation and physical ability. Participants choose between two distance options and may enter solo or as part of a team.
On registration, all electronic devices, watches, and navigational aids are collected and placed in a sealed emergency bag. Participants receive a race number and the emergency bag, board a bus and wear a blackout blindfold or an alternative safety goggle if needed. From the drop-off, the required distance is measured as the crow flies; the actual route on foot may be longer.
Rules and restrictions are strict. No personal GPS devices may be used unless sealed in the provided emergency bag. Only maps provided by the organisers may be used, if any. Shortcuts are not permitted and breaking the emergency bag seal results in disqualification. Live GPS tracking is offered as an optional, paid feature for safety and sharing; trackers must be returned or a replacement fee applies. Tracker accuracy can be affected by buildings and placement, and there may be a slight display delay.
Location details: Up & Running, 36 Trinity St, Cambridge CB2 1TB. Parking is available in the town centre and there are nearby rail and bus links. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
