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Entries
Where can I register for the race?
enter race
Online entries only: at entryninja.com through the secure electronic payment system on the registration platform using your credit or debit card.
There will be ZERO late entries at registration.
How much does it cost to enter?
Normal 50km Entry: R690 includes free T-shirt.
Older than 60 years 50k Entry: R540 includes free T-shirt.
21km Entry: R300 includes free pair of socks.
8km Entry: R100
Repayment Option (Only amounts over R500 will qualify):
50% of entire entry immediately as deposit
Remainder to be paid off over NEXT two months
Each repayment equal to 25% each
This option is only available until 15 December 2024
Additional T-shirt: R250 per T-shirt
Additional Pair of socks: R130 per pair
Temporary License number: R60 per number
Free to those who have competed 25 races or more – please contact race office. omdiedamhmk@gmail.com.
(In order to celebrate the special occasion, those that have completed 25 and more races will only receive their goodie bag, race t-shirt and race medal at the finish when finishing the race).
ALL ENTRIES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND IF NOT FULLY PAID BY END OF JANUARY 2025 YOUR ENTRY IS FORFEITED – NO EXCEPTIONS
Can I enter by Fax or Email and deposit the Entry Free into a Bank Account?
No – only online entries are accepted and payment via Mastercard, Visa cards. There are no late entries possible.
I did not complete my Online Registration, and when I try again it says I have already entered? What do I do?
You will receive an email to complete your entry – follow the steps to finalize your entry.
Can I do a substitution?
Substitutions will be open 1st of February 2025 till 16th of February 2025 (two weeks only).
The substitution fee will be R50.
To do a substitution, the athlete that wants to substitute his race entry, as well as the athlete requiring an entry need to go on the entry platform and select the substitution option. Please follow the instructions and pay the R50.
The original entry fee won’t form part of the substitution process, and this transaction will be between the athlete that wants to substitute his race entry and the athlete requiring the entry. No exceptions.
There will be NO FURTHER SUBSTITUTION POSSIBLE after 16th of February 2025.
Race Day
Are there any Race Cut-offs?
50km:
1st Cut-Off/15km: 2 hours (08:00)
Halfway/25km: 3 hours 30 minutes (09:30)
Marathon/42,2km: 6 hours (12:00)
Finish line/50km: 7 hours (13:00)
21km CUTOFF Time: 4 hours – 10h00
What happens if it rains?
The race will continue in adverse weather conditions unless the safety officer deems it unsafe to continue. There are no refunds whatsoever.
How will the Race timing work?
Both the 50 & 21km races are timed by FINISH TIME. Each athlete will be given a race number with disposable CHIP at the back of your race number. NO RACE NUMBER – NO PRIZES.
8km race is not timed and deemed as a FUN RUN.
Can I park anywhere?
Parking will be provided at the venue. Please note that parking is at your own risk. The organising committee may not be held responsible for theft or damage to any vehicle and its contents.
What time should I be at the start by?
We recommend getting there as early as possible. Runners must be ready and, in the start, pens at least 15 minutes before their designated race start time.
What happens if I am late for the start?
The start line will be closed 15 minutes after the Gun is fired.
Start times are:
50km – 06:00
21km – TBA
8km – 06:45
Will there be toilets at the start, on route and at the finish?
Toilets will be available at the start, but no toilets on the route.
Will there be hydration stations?
Yes, approximately every 3 kilometres.
Can my family and friends come watch?
Yes, they are welcome to come and watch you run. Spectators will also be able to track the race live on Facebook and YouTube.
Does my Entrance Fee include a Race T-Shirt?
50km:
Normal 50km Entry: R690 (includes free T-shirt)
Older than 60 years 50km Entry: R540 (includes free T-shirt)
21km:
21km Entry: R300 (includes free pair of socks)
8km:
R100 – Entry only – NO T-SHIRT
Will I get a medal?
Yes, all participants who finish the race within the specified cut off time will receive a race medal.
Race Pack
Where can I collect my race pack?
There will be 5 collection points and each athlete MUST select a collection point or choose that their race pack be posted using the couriers provided.
2 MARCH 2025 – MAKRO CENTURION, PRETORIA, 10H00 – 14H00
4 MARCH 2025 – GAME KOLONADE, PRETORIA, 10H00 – 17H00
6 MARCH 2025 – GAME CLEARWATER MALL, JOBURG, 10H00-17H00
9 MARCH 2025 – MAKRO RIVERSANDS, JOBURG, 110H00 – 14H00
14 MARCH 2025 – HARTBEESPOORT BUILDERS, 12H00 – 20H00
NOTE:
Please bring your race entry message, that will be send to your phone before collection, or ID Document when collecting your race pack.
If you are collecting a race pack on behalf of someone else, you should have a copy of his/her ID document available at collection.
All Uncollected packs will be sent to the next collection point.
What must I bring with me to collect my race pack?
Please bring your race entry message, that will be send to your phone before collection, or ID Document when collecting your race pack.
If you are collecting a race pack on behalf of someone else, you should have a copy of his/her ID document available at collection.
Can someone collect my race pack on my behalf if I am not able to?
Yes, If you are collecting a race pack on behalf of someone else, you should have a copy of his/her ID document available at collection.
What if I miss the prescribed race pack collection times and don't manage to fetch my race pack, can I collect the race pack on race day?
All Uncollected packs will be sent to the next collection point.
If not collected before or on Friday 14th March, your race entry will be forfeited.
NO COLLECTION ON RACE DAY IS POSSIBLE