Mizuno Endure24 – Reading
About this event
Take part in this unique 24 hour solo or team relay race around a 5 mile trail loop in Wasing Park, Reading. With the tagline of Epic, Brutal, Relentless, this event challenges all athletes to push their limits, knowing they have the support of a buzzing race village behind them.
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How to enter
Tickets available until Tue Apr 28 2020
What's included:
- Finisher's medal
- Awards for top finishers
- Buzzing race village, with a campsite and variety of food/drink options
- Water stations
24 Hours
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Frequently asked questions
Can I use poles for this event?
Yes, please feel free to bring your poles if you feel as though you will need them.… read moreWhen is the last date for me to add a runner to my team?
You can add more runners up until one month before race day, however, this can also be done at the registration desk on race day. You can also transfer an entry to another runner until one month before race day or at the event. … read moreIs there an age cutoff for this event?
Solo runners must be of at least 20 years of age, and team runners must be at least 18 years of age. If you are under 20 and running as part of a team, you must not exceed 5 laps. … read moreYou may also like
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Route description
Route description
This unique 24 hour race through the stunning scenery of Wasing Woods is an opportunity you will not want to miss. The route takes you through Wasing forest, past lakes, woodland glades, and the infamous Heartbreak Hill. Whether you choose to take part either solo or as part of a team, this five mile loop ensures that runners of all abilities are able to take part in this challenging but rewarding weekend of trail running. The five mile loop ends in a lap around the campsite, where the inclusive atmosphere is sure to make you feel supported and energised to push yourself further than ever imagined.
Runners should note that this is a trail race and while the event organisers do check and improve the route, it is multi terrain, uneven, narrow in places and there are tree roots and trip hazards. Runners should adjust their speed and effort levels according to the weather conditions, the number of laps they are running, the terrain and the amount of natural light available.
ARRIVAL:
Opening times:
1. Endure24 car park and camping areas open at 7am on Friday.
2. Registration (pack pick up) and the race village (catering and entertainment) open at 10am.
Solos:
1. The solo/pairs area is for solos and pairs only, you can have one support crew member with you. The only reason we allow one vehicle is that some people use them to sleep in.
2. If you are solo and want to bring a large support crew or a family, please use team camping. Solos/pairs do not have to use the solo area if they prefer to be with team mates, it cannot be the other way around (we will be checking the solo area this year for non solo/pairs).
3. Be fair, solo and pairs need the space, please don’t try and get around the system by saying you are support if you are really a team or using a solo vehicle space if you are in a team.
4. Be sensible – please do not put large vehicles or very large tents in this area.
5. If you don’t need your vehicle in the solo area, don’t leave it in there. If you need to leave before 1.30pm on Sunday, leave your car in the car park as the solo exit is closed until then.
Registration:
1. You can pick up your race pack, t-shirts etc. at the help desk on arrival, make sure you know your correct team name and nominate someone to do it rather than have several people come and see us from the same team. Team lists can be found online.
2. Registration is open Friday 10am-8.30pm & Saturday 7am-11.30am.
3. Make sure you allocate the correct chip to each person. The chip pack number matches your race number. Your name is listed against your race number on the race pack. We cannot correct errors afterwards so be careful with this.
4. T-shirt size swaps: please leave this until after the race starts so you are not holding everyone else up.
5. Injured runner swaps: bring these in writing TEAM/Runner in/Runner out.
6. We cannot change team sizes, team names or swap runners between teams so please don’t ask.
***Don’t forget to pick up your RACE GUIDE BOOKLET at registration.***
Race Chips, Numbers, Exchange Bands & T-Shirts:
1. Race numbers are worn on the front and they have a medical form on the back; please fill this in to help us identify you should a medical issue arise.
2. Timing chips are worn around the ankle, not the wrist. Please do not swap chips, as you will receive the wrong split times. We cannot rectify this afterwards. No chip will result in no split time.
3. Exchange bands: the runner on the course should be wearing the exchange band, these are handed over at the end of each lap. If you lose it, please ask for a replacement at the registration desk.
4. T-shirts: we will give you the sizes you ordered when registering, we may be able to swap sizes at the registration desk, please do this after the start of the race to allow us time to collect in the returns.
THE EVENT:
Solo Runners:
Solo runners start at 12.00pm, they then carry on running as many laps as they can for 24 hours. They may have support from crew in the race village but not on the route. They can stop for rests and food when they wish. Solo runners must always leave the course at the solo exit/entry point or you risk the timing system missing you. Always re- enter the course at the correct point or you risk disqualification.
Pairs & Teams:
Teams start at 12.00pm, they then carry on running as many laps as they can for 24 hours; each member of the team must complete at least one lap. You cannot substitute runners or use runners not registered in your team. Always leave the course at the exchange point or you risk the timing system missing you. Always enter the course at the exchange point or you risk disqualification.
Laps & Breaks:
You can take a break anytime you like but always leave/enter the course at the correct point. You can carry on and do more than one lap or hand over to your partner or team member. Only one member of a team must be on the course at any time. Team and solo runners do not have to have be on the route for the whole 24 hours. You can take a break and resume the race when you are ready. If you drop out, please come and let us know at the control room; if you have completed at least one lap, we will have a medal for you.
Awards & Medals:
Awards are given in the following categories:
• 1/2/3 - Large team male, female and mixed
• 1/2/3 - Small team male, female and mixed
• 1/2/3 - Pairs male, female and mixed
• 1/2/3 - Solo male and female
• 100-Mile Club t-shirts
We give one trophy to each team member of the first three teams in each category, including solo and pairs.
XXL fun teams are not eligible for awards, this is a just-for-fun category.
We give a special 100-Mile Club t-shirt to anyone completing the 100miles (inside 25 hours).
Medals are for people competing in the race. Please do not ask for medals for people not competing. To collect your medal, you will need to hand in your time chip at the help desk.
Water/Feed Station:
The water station is not like a half marathon water station with lots of volunteers handing out water as you pass by, the water will be available in cups but runners should collect it from the bar shelf. You will notice that as time goes on lots of people will stop at the drinks station for a chat or a rest, this is completely normal.
All we are supplying at the halfway feed station is water. We have limited amounts of nutritional product and gels, these may not be available all the time and they are really aimed at the solo runners although anyone in need can take them.
The cost of entry includes camping for a supporter or partner. Families are welcome but please do not bring large numbers of non-runners as it puts pressure on the support resources around the campsite.
Endure24 is known for its amazing volunteers, if you are loud, enthusiastic and supportive this is the job for you! Volunteers work roughly six hour shifts and we supply shelter, food and all the equipment you need. Endure24 will give you one of their lovely tech t-shirts and the choice of either a £50 Marks & Spencer voucher or a free place in next year's race. If you are interested, more information can be found at: http://www.endure24.co.uk/event-info
Wasing Park, Wasing Park, Wasing Ln, Reading RG7 4NG, UK
Get directionsDirections & Venue:
Address: Wasing Park, Wasing Lane, Aldermaston, Reading, Berkshire, RG7 4NG. Wasing Park is approximately half a mile from Aldermaston Village.
Leave the M4 at Junction 12 and take the A4 in the direction of Theale and Padworth. Just before Padworth take the A340 to Aldermaston. At the mini-roundabout in Aldermaston, take the second exit into Wasing Lane and follow the race signage. From the south, head towards Basingstoke junction 6 or 7 from the M3 and follow the ring road A339 until you reach
the A340 Aldermaston Road, follow the road to Tadley and Aldermaston as signed from here. At the mini roundabout, take the first left and follow the race signage.
Parking:
1. Above all, please move your car to the car park. We cannot have vehicles in the camping areas. There are no acceptable excuses for this, the car parks are close by.
2. A safety or fire inspection could result in us losing our licence if cars are parked in emergency access lanes. We make no apologies for enforcing this as it could result in loss of life. We would rather spend our time making it a great race than asking people to move their cars, so help us out with this one. Anyone refusing to remove their car will be asked to leave the event.
3. Once Car Park A is full, we will direct people to car park B, and so on.
4. Camper vans: enter at Gate 1, only use the marked Camper Van/Camping areas C1-C3, park sideways rather than down the slope and chock your wheels.
Nearest Train Stations:
Aldermaston Station is 2 miles from Wasing Park with a good footpath most of the way to the race village. You can join trains at Reading or Newbury for the line to Aldermaston.
Route description
Route description
This unique 24 hour race through the stunning scenery of Wasing Woods is an opportunity you will not want to miss. The route takes you through Wasing forest, past lakes, woodland glades, and the infamous Heartbreak Hill. Whether you choose to take part either solo or as part of a team, this five mile loop ensures that runners of all abilities are able to take part in this challenging but rewarding weekend of trail running. The five mile loop ends in a lap around the campsite, where the inclusive atmosphere is sure to make you feel supported and energised to push yourself further than ever imagined.
Runners should note that this is a trail race and while the event organisers do check and improve the route, it is multi terrain, uneven, narrow in places and there are tree roots and trip hazards. Runners should adjust their speed and effort levels according to the weather conditions, the number of laps they are running, the terrain and the amount of natural light available.
ARRIVAL:
Opening times:
1. Endure24 car park and camping areas open at 7am on Friday.
2. Registration (pack pick up) and the race village (catering and entertainment) open at 10am.
Solos:
1. The solo/pairs area is for solos and pairs only, you can have one support crew member with you. The only reason we allow one vehicle is that some people use them to sleep in.
2. If you are solo and want to bring a large support crew or a family, please use team camping. Solos/pairs do not have to use the solo area if they prefer to be with team mates, it cannot be the other way around (we will be checking the solo area this year for non solo/pairs).
3. Be fair, solo and pairs need the space, please don’t try and get around the system by saying you are support if you are really a team or using a solo vehicle space if you are in a team.
4. Be sensible – please do not put large vehicles or very large tents in this area.
5. If you don’t need your vehicle in the solo area, don’t leave it in there. If you need to leave before 1.30pm on Sunday, leave your car in the car park as the solo exit is closed until then.
Registration:
1. You can pick up your race pack, t-shirts etc. at the help desk on arrival, make sure you know your correct team name and nominate someone to do it rather than have several people come and see us from the same team. Team lists can be found online.
2. Registration is open Friday 10am-8.30pm & Saturday 7am-11.30am.
3. Make sure you allocate the correct chip to each person. The chip pack number matches your race number. Your name is listed against your race number on the race pack. We cannot correct errors afterwards so be careful with this.
4. T-shirt size swaps: please leave this until after the race starts so you are not holding everyone else up.
5. Injured runner swaps: bring these in writing TEAM/Runner in/Runner out.
6. We cannot change team sizes, team names or swap runners between teams so please don’t ask.
***Don’t forget to pick up your RACE GUIDE BOOKLET at registration.***
Race Chips, Numbers, Exchange Bands & T-Shirts:
1. Race numbers are worn on the front and they have a medical form on the back; please fill this in to help us identify you should a medical issue arise.
2. Timing chips are worn around the ankle, not the wrist. Please do not swap chips, as you will receive the wrong split times. We cannot rectify this afterwards. No chip will result in no split time.
3. Exchange bands: the runner on the course should be wearing the exchange band, these are handed over at the end of each lap. If you lose it, please ask for a replacement at the registration desk.
4. T-shirts: we will give you the sizes you ordered when registering, we may be able to swap sizes at the registration desk, please do this after the start of the race to allow us time to collect in the returns.
THE EVENT:
Solo Runners:
Solo runners start at 12.00pm, they then carry on running as many laps as they can for 24 hours. They may have support from crew in the race village but not on the route. They can stop for rests and food when they wish. Solo runners must always leave the course at the solo exit/entry point or you risk the timing system missing you. Always re- enter the course at the correct point or you risk disqualification.
Pairs & Teams:
Teams start at 12.00pm, they then carry on running as many laps as they can for 24 hours; each member of the team must complete at least one lap. You cannot substitute runners or use runners not registered in your team. Always leave the course at the exchange point or you risk the timing system missing you. Always enter the course at the exchange point or you risk disqualification.
Laps & Breaks:
You can take a break anytime you like but always leave/enter the course at the correct point. You can carry on and do more than one lap or hand over to your partner or team member. Only one member of a team must be on the course at any time. Team and solo runners do not have to have be on the route for the whole 24 hours. You can take a break and resume the race when you are ready. If you drop out, please come and let us know at the control room; if you have completed at least one lap, we will have a medal for you.
Awards & Medals:
Awards are given in the following categories:
• 1/2/3 - Large team male, female and mixed
• 1/2/3 - Small team male, female and mixed
• 1/2/3 - Pairs male, female and mixed
• 1/2/3 - Solo male and female
• 100-Mile Club t-shirts
We give one trophy to each team member of the first three teams in each category, including solo and pairs.
XXL fun teams are not eligible for awards, this is a just-for-fun category.
We give a special 100-Mile Club t-shirt to anyone completing the 100miles (inside 25 hours).
Medals are for people competing in the race. Please do not ask for medals for people not competing. To collect your medal, you will need to hand in your time chip at the help desk.
Water/Feed Station:
The water station is not like a half marathon water station with lots of volunteers handing out water as you pass by, the water will be available in cups but runners should collect it from the bar shelf. You will notice that as time goes on lots of people will stop at the drinks station for a chat or a rest, this is completely normal.
All we are supplying at the halfway feed station is water. We have limited amounts of nutritional product and gels, these may not be available all the time and they are really aimed at the solo runners although anyone in need can take them.
The cost of entry includes camping for a supporter or partner. Families are welcome but please do not bring large numbers of non-runners as it puts pressure on the support resources around the campsite.
Endure24 is known for its amazing volunteers, if you are loud, enthusiastic and supportive this is the job for you! Volunteers work roughly six hour shifts and we supply shelter, food and all the equipment you need. Endure24 will give you one of their lovely tech t-shirts and the choice of either a £50 Marks & Spencer voucher or a free place in next year's race. If you are interested, more information can be found at: http://www.endure24.co.uk/event-info
Wasing Park, Wasing Park, Wasing Ln, Reading RG7 4NG, UK
Get directionsDirections & Venue:
Address: Wasing Park, Wasing Lane, Aldermaston, Reading, Berkshire, RG7 4NG. Wasing Park is approximately half a mile from Aldermaston Village.
Leave the M4 at Junction 12 and take the A4 in the direction of Theale and Padworth. Just before Padworth take the A340 to Aldermaston. At the mini-roundabout in Aldermaston, take the second exit into Wasing Lane and follow the race signage. From the south, head towards Basingstoke junction 6 or 7 from the M3 and follow the ring road A339 until you reach
the A340 Aldermaston Road, follow the road to Tadley and Aldermaston as signed from here. At the mini roundabout, take the first left and follow the race signage.
Parking:
1. Above all, please move your car to the car park. We cannot have vehicles in the camping areas. There are no acceptable excuses for this, the car parks are close by.
2. A safety or fire inspection could result in us losing our licence if cars are parked in emergency access lanes. We make no apologies for enforcing this as it could result in loss of life. We would rather spend our time making it a great race than asking people to move their cars, so help us out with this one. Anyone refusing to remove their car will be asked to leave the event.
3. Once Car Park A is full, we will direct people to car park B, and so on.
4. Camper vans: enter at Gate 1, only use the marked Camper Van/Camping areas C1-C3, park sideways rather than down the slope and chock your wheels.
Nearest Train Stations:
Aldermaston Station is 2 miles from Wasing Park with a good footpath most of the way to the race village. You can join trains at Reading or Newbury for the line to Aldermaston.