NOTE: THIS IS A CUP-FREE EVENT! There will be no cups supplied at aid stations on course or at the finish, in line with our’s and the Indigo Shire’s environmental stewardship. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN hydration receptacles – hydropack, hand held bottles, water belt, collapsible cup…
What if I want to cancel my entry / want a refund?
If you want to cancel your entry, you must do so prior to 21 April 2024, and have notified event organisers before COB on this date.
Email chris@tourdetrails.com.
You will receive your entry fee in refund less a $30 administration fee.
If you withdraw from the event and notify the event organiser AFTER 21 April, you will NOT receive a refund under ANY circumstances. Why? Well, it’s complex, but essentially a lot of the money that comes in from entry fees has already been spent well prior to race day on things like course logistics, insurance, materials, hiring of infrastructure, staff etc. Trust us, no one’s trying to diddle anyone here – we’re not in outdoor recreation industry to be millionaires, trust us! Feel free to chat to us about the ins and outs – we’re pretty honest peeps.
And no, you cannot transfer your entry to a future event! Please do not ask as refusal seems to offend!
Can I transfer my entry to another runner?
Yes you can! You will however need to email chris@tourdetrails.com, notifying
who is the runner pulling out
who is the entry being transferred to (and gender)
email address
mobile phone
postal address
date of birth
emergency contact (name and mobile)
medicals
What are the rules?
Run forwards on the course (although if you run backwards the entire way, we’ll think you are very special)
No biting, scratching, punching, kicking, and definitely no tripping, okay?
Don’t litter – this one’s serious. We’ll do all of the above to you if we find you doing that. Seriously, if you drop your gel wrapper, pick the damn thing up – the environment is way more important than your time. We’re tree huggers as well as runners. Don’t mess with this rule. We’ll disqualify your ass if caught.
Be courteous to fellow trail runners (they’re a nice bunch)
Use toilets provided at start line and finish line. There are a NO public loos along the route.
If you are under the age of 18, you will need a parent or guardian to sign an indemnity form at registration. If you are younger than 14 we’ll need to see some proof that you are a gun at these distances.
Please follow the signs along the course. It will be well signposted along the trail. Don’t take any shortcuts – even on switchbacks (talkin’ to you Kilian Jornet)
Keep to the left of the trail to allow faster runners to overtake
Wear your bib number at all times on the outermost garment
YOU MUST TEXT YOUR BIB NUMBER if you are pulling out of the event due to injury or feeling unwell so we can notify the timing company and not have to search for you on the course.
If a marshall requests you to do something (okay, within reason – sensible things), please follow their instructions. They are there to help you not hinder, so whatever it is they are asking, there is good reason. Thank them.
Smile. You’re doing this for fun, remember.
Be nice to yourself. You’re a legend for just getting out there.
No whinging if it’s cold and wet. Suck it up.
When do I receive my bib?
We will not be posting out number plates and it is your responsibility to attend Bib Pick up on:
Friday, 10th May 4.30pm–6.30pm LOCATION: Bridge Road Brewers, Beechworth - enter via laneway, 42 Ford St, Beechworth VIC 3747
Saturday 11th May from 6.30am LOCATION: Event HQ, lakeside at Lake Sambell Caravan Park, 20 Peach Dr, Beechworth VIC 3747.
NOTE: there is no parking within the grounds of Lake Sambell Caravan Park UNLESS YOU ARE BOOKED INTO ACCOMMODATION ON THE GROUNDS. If not staying at Lake Sambell - park nearby and walk to event HQ.
NOTE: 28km runners you MUST pick up your bib Friday or Saturday prior to 7.30am. Race briefing at Yackandandah end is at 8.20am.
Will there be a pre event briefing?
Yes there will be a 10 min briefing to all competitors at the start line for each race. So for the 28km race, be at the start line 30 mins before (at 8am) for a pre race briefing in Yackandandah and for the other events (15km, 5km, 2.5km) be at Race HQ Lake Sambell Caravan Park ready for your start briefing at least half an hour prior to race start.
Do you have a map of the course?
COLLECTION QR CODE
Yes: click here for CAPRA MAP Event Collection
Maps per course:
28km QR CODE
15km QR CODE
5KM QR CODE
2.5KM QR CODE
2.5km
https://capra.page.link/ZpjK
(GPS DOWNLOAD) https://my.capra.app/download/gpx?routeId=J96B5mkMMS5TggreuMgl
Elevation profiles?
Don’t get scared - it looks mean, and yes, a lot of uphill… but the scale of the image is such that we’re talking pimples of hillocks. Nothing to worry about.
1500m elevation across the 28km.
600m for the 15km.
220m for the 5km
110m for the 2.5km
Do I have to carry any compulsory items?
YES.
28KM MANDATORIES
At least one water receptacle of 1L. That can be a couple of handhelds, belt or hydration backpack. THERE ARE NO CUPS AT AID STATIONS.
Bib attached to your outermost garment.
Mobile phone
CAPRA mobile phone App loaded
Snake bandage
Space Blanket
Advised day prior: waterproof jacket (Foul weather only, TBA 12pm Friday via CAPRA, socials, email and text)
15KM MANDATORIES
At least one water receptacle of 500ml. That can be a handheld, belt or backpack. THERE ARE NO CUPS AT AID STATIONS.
Bib attached to your outermost garment.
Mobile phone
Snake Bandage
CAPRA mobile phone App loaded
Advised day prior: waterproof jacket (Foul weather only, TBA 12pm Friday via CAPRA, socials, email and text)
5KM MANDATORIES
Bib attached to your outermost garment
Recommended
Mobile phone
CAPRA mobile phone App loaded
Recepticle for receiving hydration at aid station/s - we recommend a collapsible cup or soft flask. THERE ARE NO CUPS AT AID STATION/S.
2.5KM MANDATORIES
Bib attached to your outermost garment
Recommended
Recepticle for receiving hydration at aid station/s - we recommend a collapsible cup or soft flask. For the kids run ONLY we will provide recyclable cups at the 1.5km aid station
Will you have first aid available on the course?
Yes there will be first aid available to you. We will have Endurance Medical Services aid marshals at the start line, and there will be roving first aiders able to get in to most of the course quickly – most if not all the EMS staff re trail runners and endurance athletes themselves so they know their stuff and understand what you as runners are going through – you are in the best of hands.
What happens if I get injured on the course and unable to finish?
Please notify an event marshal or volunteer so we can get the relevant first aid to you. PLEASE TEXT YOUR BIB NUMBER AND SITUATION TO ONE OF THE RACE DIRECTORS _ NUMBERS ON BACK OF YOUR BIB.
We will notify timing and classify your result as DNF – Did Not Finish.
Please make sure you notify event staff if you pull out of the race due to injury or feeling unwell so we don’t waste resources in looking for you on the course.
If you are a runner and you find someone injured on course, ascertain if they need you to stay with them. If they do, wait for the next runner and tell them to keep going on course and notify the first marshall. If they do not need you to stay with them, please run on and notify the first marshall on course.
Am I likely to get lost?
The Beechworth Beer Run is conducted on the signposted Indigo Epic Trail. There will be Indigo Epic signposts along the route however WE DO LEAVE THE EPIC at certain points and there are also numerous Indigo Epic routes. As a running in the event you need to follow the Tour de Trails RED and WHITE ARROW signs and PINK ribbons positioned along the course.
Are there water points along the course?
Yes there are water/aid stations stations / water points along all distance race routes:
However, it is mandatory you carry your own hydration receptacle. To repeat the point above: carry a water bottle or hydration fuel belt/back pack to keep yourself sufficiently hydrated and with food. We also suggest this from an environmental standpoint, as we are trying to ensure the event is as low impact on the environment as possible. Therefore THERE ARE NO CUPS AT AID STATIONS ON COURSE.
What is at the aid stations?
Salvation. In the form of smiles and heart encouragement. Free Time Alcohol Free Beer from Bridge Road Brewers and some water or Tailwind Nutrition. Plus the regular mix of lollies, chips, muesli bars and a bit of fruit at the latter aid stations for the longer 28km distance.
What do I get with my entry?
A sense of stoke and awesomeness at being a damn fine trail runner
2 x beer tokens to redeem from Bridge Road Brewers! (*OVER 18 only - soft drink replacement for non-drinkers and under agers)
Exclusive once-a-year access to the Indigo Epic Trail - it is usually a MTB route with most of it single use reserved for mountain bikes. This event closes off the course for the duration of the runs, so you get exclusive access for this day only. We DO NOT ADVISE running the Indigo Epic outside of the event as it is mostly single use mountain bike tracks.
A sense of civic duty done and community goodwill – a good part of your entry fee goes towards trail maintenance via Chain Gang MTB Club and Yack Tracks Inc - local clubs who voluntarily look after these awesome trails.
Fully marked and signposted course
Medical and emergency support (Endurance Medical Services)
Professional timing and results (Tomato Timing)
A magnificent organised event on the Indigo Epic track allowing to experience the natural beauty of the landscape from Yackandandah to Beechworth.
Finishers medal for all
Free Time Alcohol Free Beer from Bridge Road Brewers, water, chips and lollies at the aid stations along with sponsor product – Tailwind Nutrition
Post event party at Bridge Road Brewers including live muse
Eligibility to receive spot prizes at presentations
Toilets
and of course bragging rights if you finish.
Can you enter on the day?
Yes. Please see event organisers a minimum of half an hour prior to any of the race starts.
Is there a limit of runners on the course?
No.
Is there a bag drop off?
Yes. For 28km runners only wishing to take warm clothes to hang at the start with, but then wanting to pass off and have them returned to the finish. There will be a bag drop at the start at Yackandandah.
No drop bags for other distances or aid stations.
Are there showers at the finish line?
No unless you are staying at the caravan park. We encourage those staying nearby to use your accommodation facilities where possible. If using the Lake Sambell facilities, please treat it with respect – we are guests of the Caravan Park and would love to be invited back.
What happens at the finish line?
Aside from you hollering and hooting across the finishline, backflips and all? Well, we invited beyond to congratulate each and every competitor, and we’re waiting to hear back. But otherwise, there will be a inflatable arch set up as the finish line. The after race festivities will take place at nearby Bridge Road Brewers in the main street of Beechy.
There will be food and drink available at the event throughout the day.
I forgot to book a bus ticket - what can I do?
You can access your registration to book a bus seat (or buy extra merchandise) by finding your email confirmation and logging into your Race Roster account.
Can I swap from the 28km into the 15km or vice versa?
Yes… all changes between distances can be done you you, via the Race Roster entry system. Just find your confirmation email (check Junk Mail), find the ‘edit registration’ link (top right) and you will be able to make any changes required, including purchasing merchandise. We encourage upgrading, we discourage downshifting only cause you should toughen up. If you do downgrade your entry, the system does not allow refunds of the difference in entry fee, sorry.
Can I get official photos from the run?
YES! Links to buy photos will be uploaded to the PHOTOS PAGE post event
What are the age categories of the event?
U/18
19 – 39
40 – 49
50 – 59
60 +
Volunteers – my friend/family would like to help?
Yes please. There will be volunteer roles as course marshals, support at registration or TA’s. Please see our Volunteer Sign Up Page via HERE or email chris@tourdetrails.com or call 0430376621 to register your interest as a volunteer.
Are there cut off times?
Yes. There will be cut off times for the 28km and the 15km events
Can I run with my dog or push a pram?
No. Sorry but the trails are singletrack and not suitable for prams or dogs on leashes (trip hazard)
Is there a celebration afterwards – I like to party?
OH YES! Get along to the Bridge Road Brewer located in the centre of Beechworth.
Yep, it’ll be a banger. Come and enjoy some awesome grub, boutique ales from the crew at Bridge Road Brewers and some kicking live music! There’s going to be some moves made (talking to you Mat Dore).
