Brecon to Cardiff Ultra
Brecon to Cardiff Ultra
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This 70k ultra trail run takes runners through Brecon Beacons National Park and all its glory. An easy to navigate route, this is perfect for new ultra runners or those looking to smash a PB.
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Sun, 1 Aug 2021
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Brecon, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
Unnamed Road, Brecon LD3 8NH, UK
Start times
Sunday, 1 Aug 2021
Ultra:
8:00 am Event summary
Here are the distances available for Brecon to Cardiff Ultra
Ultra
70km
Route information
- Picturesque trail which moves from forestry trail to tarmac
- 70k, one way, fully marked route that starts in Brecon and finishes at Coleg Y Cymoedd, Nantgarw
- Closed or roads:
- Starting the course with an early climb leading into a downhill route to the finish line
- The route is widely accessibly for supporters looking to cheer you on on the day
- 5 checkpoints across the route providing water, energy drinks and various refreshments
- First aid for the event will be 4 roaming off road emergency ambulances supplied by CAVRA
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What's included
- Finishers medal
- Water & Refreshment stations
- First aid
How to get there
Unnamed Road, Brecon LD3 8NH, UK
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There will be parking at this event.
By Car
Easily accessible off the A470 and one junction off the M4
Bus and Rail
Excellent bus and rail links from Cardiff
Event day logistics
08:00 Race Starts
Registration for the event takes place the night before and the morning of the race - in Nantgarw between 17:00-20:00. Coach transport is supplied for all competitors from race HQ at the finish to the start in Brecon on the morning of the event.
Bag drop
There is a drop bag facility which transports one drop bag from the start to the Merthyr Checkpoint (at approximately 32k) and then onwards to the finish, allowing access to a change of kit.
Kit List
Compulsory Kit for all races are as follows;
This MUST be carried (or worn) at all times and will be checked at registration before receiving your race number.
This MUST be carried (or worn) at all times and will be checked at registration before receiving your race number.
- Rucksack or suitable means to carry kit
- Waterproof Jacket
- Waterproof Trousers
- Upper body long sleeve base layer or thermal (warm) top
- Head Coverage -Warm Hat or Buff
- Head Torch
- Gloves
- Whistle
- Compass (a 'real' compass is required- a watch or phone is not acceptable)
Trail Running Footwear with adequate grip for slippery off road conditions
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Foil Survival Blanket or Foil Bivy Bag (Foil Bivy Bag is Compulsory for all Black Beacon Races)
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Small First Aid Kit to include: blister plasters, sterile dressing and bandage or tape.
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Mobile Phone
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Emergency Map (provided)
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Water Bottle 500ml minimum
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Appropriate food/energy products for your expected time for the even
Advisory Kit/Optional Kit
- Thermal and or fleece top (in addition to compulsory long sleeve top)
- Lower Body Base Layer or trousers
- Hydration tablets or similar
- Money
- GPS with route on (recommended)
- Sunglasses
- Sun cream
Spectator Info
- The route is widely accessibly for supporters looking to cheer you on on the day
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