The Mt Isthmus Traverse
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About the race
The Mt Isthmus Traverse is an off-road running event held on privately owned Glen Dene Station near Lake Hawea. Courses run across mountain trails, single track, ridge-lines and 4WD farm tracks and offer mountain and lake views. All events start and finish at the same location on the station. Distances staged on the day include: - Mountain Marathon (full mountain route) - 27km Hill Run - 10km Trail-Hill Run - 5km Trail-Hill Run Aid and safety arrangements include water and energy drink at seven checkpoints on the marathon course and at four checkpoints on the 27km course, plus supplies at the start and finish.
The course will be marked with fluorescent pink tape and red directional arrows; participants must follow markers and officials' instructions. First aiders and qualified medical personnel will be located around the course and at the start/finish. A gear-drop area is available for small bags to be left before the race and collected afterward. Compulsory clothing is required for the Mountain Marathon and 27km events and includes a seam-sealed waterproof jacket, long sleeve thermal top and leggings, thermal beanie and gloves.
Recommended personal equipment includes a whistle, survival bag, basic first aid items, minimum 1 litre water at the start and sufficient nutrition. Toilet facilities and designated car parking are provided near the start/finish. Race entries are transferable if participants must withdraw; refunds are not provided in most cancellation scenarios. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
