The majority of the route is identical to 2019 with some minor changes to avoid overgrown areas. Details are seen below.   

The main change is the start location which means you will join head straight up on the first summitt (Y Garth). In order to make up the distance we have added a fantastic trail section which takes you over the Rhigos mountain and down into the Neath Valley taking in parts of the Afan Forest Network. 

UTDC (SW100) after leaving CP3 you head up into the forest (as in all years except for the diversion in 2019)- 

 

On both Routes after conquering Tor Y Foil the route now follows the Bryn Oer Tramroad Traversing the Valley to reach Trefil- this is a splendid trail with views across the valley, it is much simpler to follow. 

 

At Mynydd Bedwelte follow the route down, cross the road then rather than heading into the farms, you follow the fencline down onto the common and pick up a path into the forest. This path takes you through forests then brings you out in New Tredegar- this is a simpler route and avoids the usually overgrown path down.

 

After New Tredegar the route takes a slightly different path onto the mountain Cefn Y Brithdir - Pen Gambugail.At the summit turn left and follow the trail along the top of the ridge until you regain the old route. Again this is to avoid the overgrown areas (and add a splendid mountain summit in!

 

After leaving the final Checkpoint in Caerphilly follow Cardiff Rd, out of the town and head directly up Caerphilly Mountain. There is a path on your Right which takes you to the top of Caerphilly Mountain. From here head across the mountain and pick up the ridgeway path which will take you to the summit. 

 

Yes. If you’ve entered this race you shouldn’t really be asking this question! Although if you have any specific questions about the kit please get in touch. 

If you are in a team then all team members must carry the whole kit. This includes all of it! 

Yes. You will be required to show several random items from your kit before you can register and receive your race number.

There will also be kit checks on the course at pre-designated checkpoints where all participants will be asked to show the same two pieces of kit. 

All podium finishers and random numbers will also be kit checked at the end.

The route is marked at every major turning. For an individual paying attention to the route, and road book and or GPS the route is easy to follow. It is not a navigational challenge, but you will need to pay attention to gps or road book. There are many obvious features to follow or aim for once on the right path. Some of our signs may have additional wording helping you stay on track. For example the signs may have a direction arrow and say 'follow the Left edge of the common for 1k to next turning and sign on R'. 

Most people that get lost on our races do so because they are not paying attention to signs, gps file, or map and directions. Our advice would be to recce the route where possible- not only to familirise yourself with the route demands, but also to enjoy some of the sections you will cover at night, and to condition yourself for the challenge.

Friday 1 week before the event or before if the event sells out.

100 entrants for the UTDC; 150 for the Brecon to Cardiff Summer / SW50

Yes. If you attempt to sign up after the event has sold out you will be added to a reserve list and if spaces become available you will be offered a place. No money is taken from your account until you have confirmed and registered that place with our online registration system.

8)- Can I enter & pay on the day?

No you must register using the online registration system at sientries system.

As per our terms and conditions 'If competitors withdraw prior to the event, the following costs are incurred' 

-5 months before the event, 75% of entry fee will be refunded OR you can transfer the remaining cost (75% of entry fee) off a different event.  

-2 months before the event, 50% of entry fee will be refunded OR you can transfer the remaining cost (50% of entry fee) to a different race.

-1 month before the event, no refund is available. No transfer to another race is possible.

 As per our terms and conditions, entries cannot be substituted (ie: you cannot ‘give’ your place to someone else if you are unable to attend the race).

All entrants will receive a t-shirt, however only those who complete the course within the time limit will get a medal.

 Yes the race is open to runners and walkers that can maintain the pace to reach the cut off times.

 There is a cut off time for the B2CS (SW50) of 24 hours.

 There is a cut off time for the UTDC (SW100) of 38 hours.

 There is a walkers cut off time for the UTDC (SW100) or 44 hours (This is with an earlier start)

There are cut off times at various checkpoints. The cut off times are not intended to be there for your pacing strategy. The cut off times have been worked out from looking at the previous events competitor timings and recce day speeds. Please bear in mind that if you just make the cut off time or wait at a checkpoint until the checkpoint closes before leaving you will start to struggle to make the cut off! 

If you miss the cut off time, then you will be retired from the event. Please see question 17 for cut off times. 

It is a mixture of mountain paths, trail, tarmac, grass, mud. A cushioned trail trainer suitable for the distance would be best. We would suggest you pay a lot of attention to getting this right and that the shoes you use are well tested! 

We would recommend a comfortable trail trainer over the first 40 miles, a more grippy /aggressive trainer over the middle mountainous section with the steeper descents, then a comfortable trail type trainer again over the last 35miles. Obviously, shoe choice is individual and depends on weather conditions, it can only really be decided on through use during training sessions, recces and previous races. 

 Please see the drop bag section (Question 19) to help work out the best strategy!

 Only if you get lost!

All final event details will be sent out to the e-mail address you registered with 1 week before the event date. 

All other information is found on the event webpage or in the FAQs on this page.

If you have not received the details please check your junk e-mail folders, and check your e-mail address you registered with is correct. If you still haven't received it then please e-mail or contact us. 

We will also post the event details on the website, and Facebook page one week before the event.

Checkpoint details are summarised in the table in the following link. Final details will be sent out in the pre-event notes approximately 2 week before.

 

Provisional Checkpoint Details 

  

To access a gps file you will first need to save the relevant file to your computer.  To do this right click on the download and choose 'save as' and save it to your computer. In order to view / use the file it will have to be imported onto a device that allows you to view & use it. Please Note-If you open the file on your computer it will appear blank / full of gibberish!  It can only be viewed by importing it onto a gps device (eg Garmin Fenix, Suunto Ambit etc) or by viewing it using a computer program that will access the information.

19)- Is there a drop bag facility?  

UTDC (SW100)- Yes you will receive two drop bags for the 100mile race. One available at approximately 40 miles and one available at approximately 66miles. You must provide two individual drop bags – one for each location. They will be collected at registration.

B2CS (SW50)- Yes you will receive one drop bag at mile 16 (after the Brecon Beacons section).

You will not be able to access these bags at other times during the race. The drop bags should be a maximum size of 20 litres each, and in a waterproof drybag and should not contain any valuable or breakable items. They may be stored outside on wet ground so they must be completely waterproof! 

Drop bags will be avaliable for colection from the event base/finish on Sunday morning from 8am!

*please do not keep your car keys, house keys or credit cards in the drop bags as if you drop out you will not be able to access drop bag until Sunday at 8am!!!

A timetable is available on the event page on the runwalkcrawl website at the following link http://www.runwalkcrawl.co.uk/events/sw100-sw50.html

Yes, you will receive a waterproof copy of the road book and map. 

Of course, if you would like to bring your own pre-marked maps you are welcome to.

There will be trackers on both the SW100 and SW50 runners. The link will be sent out on the Wednesday before.  

More information about the best locations to support will be sent out with the pre-event notes one week before the event. 

Yes this is acceptable, although please do not rely on them being open and ensure you carry enough food for between checkpoints.

Pacers acers are allowed after 9pm on Saturday on both races.

You park at the finish in Cardiff and the bus takes you to the start. You then run back to the finish. This is so that when you have finished your car is their ready for you. 

There is no bus for the UTDC/SW100- you run the loop.