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SUMMARY:Rusty Gate Challenge
DESCRIPTION:The Rusty Gate 50km Challenge \nWHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM THE CHALLENGE: \nA pure mountain ultra that winds through pristine fynbos in the upper parts of the Riviersonderend mountain range and faster flat tracks through fruit orchards at the foot of the mountain. The 50km route with 2 500m elevation includes a combination of single track and gravel trails through deep gorges and over rocky crests. Undulating sections offer a welcome rest for the legs and give the racing snakes an opportunity to make up ground. \nThe Greyton Trail Running Society is known for community-led events with big ‘gees’ in large mountains. The Rusty Gate Challenge is an ultra trail running event with loads of both. Let’s go. \nRoute Details: \n \n \nHydration Stations: \nThere will be 4 hydration stations along the route: 15km\, 25km\, 35km\, 45km the middle two will offer the Greyton Trailings full shebang of delicious treats and snacks and also our famous date balls! \nCut-off Time: \nThere will be an 8 hour cutoff at the 35km hydration station \nRegistration: \nThis can be done on the Friday evening before the race at Rusty Gate Mountain Retreat or at Greyton Tourism Bureau\, No 2 Main Road\, from 16h00 – 20h00\, as well as from 06h45 on Saturday morning at Rusty Gate. \nCompulsory Kit: \n\nCell Phone\nHydration – camel back/waist pack\nWindbreaker\nSpace blanket\nWhistle\nBasic first aid kit\n\nStrongly Recommend: \n\nHat and sun lotion\nFleece\n\nWhere to stay: \nThe race starts and finishes Rusty Gate Mountain Retreat. So why not stay for the whole weekend at this piece of heaven in the mountains? Their luxury self-catering accommodation includes 4 and 6 sleeper cottages and Eagle’s Eyrie Lodge\, with ‘dorm style’ accommodation – perfect for a group of friends or a club.  For more information visit their website: www.rustygate.co.za\nTo book\, please send an e-mail to info@rustygate.co.za. Direct bookings via their website are unfortunately not possible as the venue is reserved for this event.\nGreyton has some superb accommodation for all bank balances – check out the following links or simply google away –looooadds on offer: \nAlternatively you can contact Greyton Tourism Bureau if you would be prefer to stay in the village: \nwww.greytontourism.com or info@greytontourism.com \nIf you need any further info please mail: marli@greytontourism.com – I’ll do my best to answer your questions.
URL:https://trailrunning.co.za/event/rusty-gate-challenge/
CATEGORIES:36km - 50km,Mountain Running,Nature Run,Solo,Technical Trail,Trail Running,Ultra,Western & Eastern Cape,Western Cape
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