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Blind Veterans UK 100k Challenge
3. A real challenge
A test of both physical and
mental stamina
A variety of terrain and
surroundings in day and night
A bonding experience with your
fellow fundraisers/walkers
An experience that you will
never forget
All for an excellent cause
4. Walk 100 Kilometres
267 starters last year and
173 finishers
Walk 100 Kilometres in
24hrs
20-30hrs, last year 79
challengers finished within
24 hours!The slowest
being 30 hrs 18 mins
Walk 100 Kilometres in
24hrs with no sleep
Take part in the relay
version of the event and
do less mileage
5. Maps and directions
Issued at the start of each leg
The directions will have a map on with the route marked with
blow by blow written directions of where to go, together with
phone numbers for the support crew.
Everyone can already access the route in detail on the BVUK
website.
There will also be downloadable files available by the end of
May for those wanting to use their own handheld GPS systems.
Route markers
Arrows
Glowsticks
Tape
6. 6 Rest stops in total
7 check points including the finish
3 meal stops inc the finish
All Checkpoints
Dib timing device
Eat and drink
Stretch
First Aid
Make sure your kit is good for the next sector
7. Supplied by SPORTident
electronic timing card (SI-Card) worn on a wrist band
The SI-Card is laid on a timing station located at the start, each checkpoint along the route
and at the finish
Stations beep and flash to provide very clear confirmation that the time has been recorded
Checkpoint Stations keep a record of all competitors visiting the checkpoint and times of
visits.
At the finish, each competitor is given a small thermal printout showing their times at each
checkpoint.
Your time will be printed off for you when you finish.
Soon after the event you can view your times on the event website. You can also
display and print your event completion certificate on your own printer.
SI-Cards MUST be handed in to the organising team ONTHE DAY at either a
checkpoint or preferably at the Finish even if you retire during the event.
Failure to do so will incur a charge of £25
8. Participants must face oncoming traffic when walking on roads unless it is safer on the
opposite side of the road
Head torches must be worn and turned on at night, on all roads or in places where being seen
is important for safety reasons
Do not point your head torch or torch light at oncoming vehicles or traffic
Do not drop litter of any sort
In open field sections at night follow glow sticks, lights and other luminous signage
Do not move or change the direction event signage or glow sticks – those who do will be
disqualified from the event
Participants must walk in single file on all roads
Participants must be respectful of any farmers land that they cross, adhering to footpaths
and using the side of fields to avoid crop damage
Participants must close and secure all gates behind them, especially important for fields with
livestock in them
Participants must not worry livestock in fields
Participants must be quiet in residential areas and around houses at night
Participants must stick to the route and paths as laid out in the maps unless otherwise
advised by the organisers, police, land owners or local authorities
Pay attention on golf courses during daylight hours and do not walk on greens or in bunkers
Caution on bridal ways and cycle routes - look out for horses and bikes
Use pedestrian crossings whenever possible
Use pavements and paths whenever possible
9. You must notify a member of events staff
You must return your SI-card
A vehicle maybe dispatched depending on nature of
the problem
You could be advised of a meeting point if required
You may need to wait
You could be taken to the nearest train station
You are advised to retire at a checkpoint for more
comfort and a faster exit
It is advisable to have their own vehicle support
The event officially closes at 17:00 on Sunday
Anyone left on the course will be picked up by a sweeper
vehicle if required
11. 09:00 Registration in rugby club
09:30 Participant Briefing
10:00 Slower Walkers Start
10:30 Participant Briefing
11:00 Medium Walkers Start
11:30 Participant Briefing
12:00 Fast Walkers and Relay teams
Start
26. A triumphant stride through the finishing gantry
Final swipe of your timing device
Return your SI bracelet
Have a meal
Relax
Get picked up (arrange your own transport)
A Shuttle bus to Brighton station will also be available
27. Make sure you have nothing too strenuous
planned for the next couple of days
Look after your feet if they took a beating
Follow the link on theWebsite and print out
your certificate
28. Suitable for use with hydration systems like
Camelbak
Bright colours and reflective parts for
safety
Showerproof
20 to 40 litres capacity
Breathable back
29. Boots,Trail Running or Approach Shoes
boots are best
more ankle support provided for hilly terrain that will be
encountered with both the North and South Downs.
Approach shoes if you are happy with no ankle support also
offer a very
more comfortable on the paved sections and in higher
temperatures
Fell running trainers will provide the ultimate lightweight
solution but
not much protection from the weather.
Suit the Weather, Comfortable, Broken in and familiar
30. A wind stopper design could be useful as
they can be very warm, but it is not essential
Some designs are shower or waterproof
which may eliminate the need to carry a
waterproof jacket
Packs down to a small size
Bright colour for safety
31. Lightweight
Quick drying material
Some designs are shower or waterproof
Packs down to a small size
Zip off the legs to make shorts
32. You will be provided with a 100K branded,
wickingT-shirt as part of your pack.
Lightweight
Quick drying material
Smooth seams to prevent chafing
Long sleeve also useful
Bright colour for safety especially at night
33. Lightweight Coolmax socks
Light to midweight trekking socks
Quick drying material
Bring Spare socks
34. HeadTorch
Lightweight
Long battery life
Bright with high lumen output
Comfortable head band and fitting system
35. Compeed or a similar blister repair product
such as zinc oxide tape
Ibuprofen & Paracetamol
antiseptic wipes
sticking plasters
sunscreen factor 20+
Vaseline for chafing
insect repellent
36. Hands free system
Increases energy and helps focus on task
Bottles
make sure they are watertight and light
Minimum of 2 litres between stops it should
be enough
37. Carrying some snacks
that pack a punch for any moments when you need
an extra boost
There are many products on the market from
bars to gels that are designed to help
endurance sports
ensure you have tried and tested these on training
walks
Take a variety from cereal bars to fresh fruit
as the will release energy at different speeds
Morale boosters to reward yourself
38. Reflective materials
If you could include as much reflective material as
possible in your kit and on your person
Spare batteries
For your headtorch, camera, camcorder, MP3 etc
Form of identification
Driving license or similar and details of any medical
problems and medication
Cash and debit/credit card
Spare laces
Always useful as your boots will be rendered useless if
one breaks.
39. Walk,Walk, Walk
Hill training
At least one 60 km walk before the event, ideally two 30 km walks back
to back
Familiarise yourself with the route
Use the equipment you will use on the walk – particularly footwear
Train at night with your headtorch