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Why haven't I heard about the Inov-8 Coastal Classic before?
Am I able to run the course before the event?
How fit or skilled do I need to be?
How will I know where to go on the course?
What do I take with me out on the course?
Are there any aid stations?
How do I enter the Inov-8 Coastal Classic?
Is a support crew needed for the event?
What do I do with my extra gear at the start line (back back, jumper etc)?
What are the expected finish times?
Where can I stay in the area?
What time does the event start?
Can I drive up on the morning of the event?
Can I get a refund if I withdraw from the event?

Why haven't I heard about the Inov-8 Coastal Classic before?

2010 is the first year for this event. There have been unofficial runs in the Royal National Park along this route in recent years, but nothing official. Billies Bushies running group used to have a 50km/80km event in the park in the 1980s and 1990s but nothing since then.

Am I able to run the course before the event?

Yes, the course is accessible before the event. Make sure you buy a suitable map and exercise common sense - take along adequate food and drink and take some friends.

How fit or skilled do I need to be?

The distance will require you to do some training leading up to the event. We recommend a combination of road miles and off road running to develop endurance and technical skills over a variety of terrain. There are a few stiff hills and a fair amount of sand. Nothing that can't be walked if you are uncomfortable running all the way. However it is a running event and it is not suitable for people to walk the entire way.

How will I know where to go on the course?

On the day of the event, the course will be marked with brightly coloured markers for easy guidance. Marshals will also be positioned at critical points along the course for extra guidance where needed. The trail outline and markings will be discussed at the briefing prior to the commencement of the event.

What do I take with me out on the course?

Three water stations will be positioned around the course where runners can fill up with water and sports drinks. There will also be a selection of sliced fruit such as watermelon, banana and oranges available at the water stations so take that into consideration when planning your nutrition strategy.

There will be no cups at the aid stations so you MUST take a bottle or other drinking container with you. Please be sun smart - much of the route is exposed and even on cloudy days you can get sunburnt so please take a hat and sunscreen.

Please note that the track will not be closed for the event, so runners need to be careful when overtaking each other and be courteous to other track users.

Future permission for the event depends on good feedback about runners’ conduct. Bad feedback will put the event in jeopardy.

Are there any aid stations?

There are four aid stations, each with a supply of water, sports drinks and some fruit and other refreshments:

Garie Beach 9.5km
Wattamolla Beach 16.5km
North of Big Marley 22.0km
South Bundeena, Sandy track turnoff 25.0km

Runners are asked not to go to the toilet on the track. There are good toilets at Garie, Wattamolla and a small hard to find toilet at Little Marley.

Runners should not litter the track. Although we will have sweepers clear event markers after the runners, we appeal to runners to do the right thing!

First aid will be available at each of the aid stations.

How do I enter the Inov-8 Coastal Classic?

Secure online entries are available from the entry page of this website.

Is a support crew needed for the event?

No, you do not need a support crew for this event. The nature of the event will require you to be self-sufficient on the course or to rely on the aid stations provided by the event organisers.

That doesn't mean you shouldn't bring the family along - they can meet you at Garie or Wattamolla and of course at the finish at Bundeena.

What do I do with my extra gear at the start line (back back, jumper etc)?

We will transport any gear that you leave with us at the start line, to the finish line for you. Please make sure your gear is clearly marked with your name and race number, so you can find it at the finish line.

What are the expected finish times?

We are expecting the first runners home in approx 2hrs 45mins and the back of the field in approx 6hrs

There will be a time cutoff at Garie Beach aid station. Runners who have not arrived within 2hrs 15mins will be withdrawn from the race.

Where can I stay in the area?

There is limited accomodation close to the race, although there are a number of bed & breakfast and guesthouses in Bundeena, check out the following link, Stayz.com - Bundeena

What time does the event start?

The event will start at 8:30am.

Runners need to report to the start line from 8:20am. There will be an event briefing followed by the start at 8:30am.

Registration for the event will be open from 7:15am on event day. All competitors must register to receive their bib number and transponders for timing.

Can I drive up on the morning of the event?

Runners are encouraged to arrive by rail at Otford. There is good parking & connections from Sydney, Sutherland, or Cronulla. There is limited parking in Otford, but runner drop offs are possible.

Runners are encouraged to leave Bundeena by Ferry to Cronulla where you can get a train (railway station is next to Ferry wharf). Bundeena-Cronulla Ferry Timetable - One ferry an hour, on the hour, cost is $5.70 each way.

We will also be putting on a free bus to take competitors back to Sutherland station if you have left your car there.

Can I get a refund if I withdraw from the event?

Please see the Refunds & Cancellations section on the entry page of this website.

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