Vokolo priglu
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About the race
VOKOLO priglu is a running event around the Brno Reservoir (Brno Sea) with multiple competition formats held in autumn near the centre of Brno. The main individual course circles the reservoir and is listed as 14.1 km, or 15.6 km if the dam is closed. The route passes views of Veveří Castle and the Podkomorské Woods in autumn colours. Organisers provide a boat transfer to the race venue and three refreshment stations along the course.
Event formats described in the programme include:
- 14.1 km individual race, or 15.6 km if the dam is closed.
- 2 × 7 km steamboat relay, or 7 + 8.5 km if the dam is closed.
- 14.1 km team race for four runners, or 15.6 km if the dam is closed.
Relay teams use a steamboat between sections; the steamboat contains a refreshment station, toilets and baggage storage. Relays are limited to 200 steamboat teams. Wave starts are used and runners are assigned to waves based on an entered 10K time. For team entries all four team members must cross the finish line within 30 seconds of each other when applicable. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.