RACE DAY

The 2024 Event Program will be available 1-2 weeks prior to the event. The 2023 Event Program is available for reference.

The event schedule will be confirmed in the official event program released two weeks before race day. For purposes of planning, below is the proposed schedule for Raffertys Coastal Run. Any last minute changes will be included in the Event Program and updated here prior to event day.

You will need to carry a minimum 500ml water bottle or hydration pack (or similar) to refill at the Aid Stations out on course. There will be NO CUPS at the aid stations. No other mandatory gear is required however we recommend all runners carry a mobile phone, basic first aid supplies and clothing to suit race day conditions.

All runners will collect their race bib at the Registration Tent either the evening before or on the morning of the event. Check the event program for registration opening hours.

You will need to know your race number to collect your race bib, this will be emailed out after online entries close.

Race bibs are mandatory for all distances and should be worn on your front at all times. If you have any concerns please speak to one of our friendly staff when collecting your race bib.

There are three marshalled aid stations along the course, see the 36km, 22km and 12km course details for distances. At these stations, trail runners will have access to the following:

• First Aid
• Water
• Tailwind Nutrition Endurance Fuel
• Selection of fruit (eg. oranges, bananas)
• Selection of lollies
• Potato chips

TOILETS

There will be portable toilets at the Event Centre, and at Aid Station 1 (Scenic Drive) and Aid Station 3 (Mine Camp Road). National Parks toilets are located adjacent to Aid Station 2 (Frazer Beach). Toilets are also available at Catherine Hill Bay Surf Club a short distance off the beach on the 36km course.

TAILWIND NUTRITION

We are proud to be supported by Tailwind Nutrition, which is offered ready to go at all of our on-course aid stations. Lookout for the Tailwind Nutrition logo at our Aid Stations! Tailwind’s fuel can meet your complete calorie needs, and sipping it regularly gives you steady energy all day. Tailwind also has a full complement of electrolytes that mimic the composition and proportions of sweat, so you don’t have to take separate electrolyte pills to make up for what’s not in your drink.

Tailwind is:

• Easy on your stomach: No gut bombs. Tailwind’s fuel and electrolyte mix maximises the absorption of calories, water, and electrolytes. It doesn’t require digestive time or effort like other drinks.
• Simple and complete: Complete energy and electrolytes in one easy to mix drink. No need to bring additional fuel or electrolytes. you can ditch all those gels, pills, and chews.
• Tasty all day: Clean, light flavours that get better the longer you go.
• Hydration pack friendly: Dissolves thoroughly and rinses easily without any leftover film or goo.
• Vegan, Gluten-free, GMO free, natural, and organic ingredients: Mixes up crystal clear with no artificial ingredients.

At Raffertys Coastal Run, Tailwind is mixed at approximately 200 calories/hour/500mL
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Please be aware you will be running on public trails and roads open to other traffic. Event staff and volunteers will be present to assist at road junctions and crossings but it is your responsibility to lookout for any pedestrians or vehicles. Please stay to the left hand side of roads and trails in public areas. Please obey all event, road and directional signage and always stay on the marked trails.

First aid teams will be located around the course. If you or another runner need first aid while out on course please make your way to the next marshal or aid station. If this is not possible please phone the emergency number on the back of your race bib.

Runners are expected to assist competitors who have injured themselves. If you come across an injured runner, provide assistance and ask a fellow runner to inform race officials at the next intersection, please make sure you inform race officials of the injured runner’s race bib number. Times will be adjusted to compensate for any time lost while helping fellow runners.