Brecon to Cardiff Xtreme & Taff Xtreme Marathon

Question 1

Transferring your place to someone else

Accepted Answer

If you are unable to attend an event, you may be able to transfer your place to someone else. Simply view your booking via the link in your confirmation email and, if the event organiser is currently permitting such transfers, click to Transfer to Someone Else.

You will be asked to enter the name and email address of the intended recipient - together with any custom message you wish to add - and on completion of the booking invitation sent to the recipient, your entry will be removed.

Click here for further information.

Question 2

Updating your booking/registration information

Accepted Answer

If any of the details provided during your registration for an event are incorrect/outdated, you may be able to update them yourself. Simply view your booking via the link in your confirmation email and, if the event organiser is currently permitting such updates, click to Update Booking.

You will be able to update any responses except your Name and Date of Birth, but must ensure you click Proceed at the foot of the page to save any changes. Note that you will not receive confirmation of any changes by email.

Question 3

Do I need to carry all the compulsory kit?

Accepted Answer

YES. You must carry or wear all the compulsory kit.

Question 4

I am in a team, do all team members need to carry all the compulsory kit?

Accepted Answer

YES all team members must carry the whole kit. This includes all of it... first aid kit, map, compass…all of it!

Question 5

Will there be a kit check?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You will be required to show a number of random items at an undisclosed location on the course.

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

Question 6

How hard is the navigation?

Accepted Answer

For a competent navigator using a combination of gps and map the route is easy to follow on logical paths and trails. If you struggle with navigation you should perform a recce of the route as minimum or consider entering the Brecon to Cardiff classic route which is well marked and very easy to follow.

Question 7

When will entries close?

Accepted Answer

Two weeks before the event or when if the event sells out.

Question 8

Can I enter & pay on the day?

Accepted Answer

No, you must register online

Question 9

I can’t race can I transfer my entry to a friend?

Accepted Answer

As per our terms and conditions. You can transfer your place up until 2 weeks before the event. After this date there is strictly no transfers available.

Question 10

Will I receive a medal for completing the event?

Accepted Answer

Yes you will receive a medal when you finish the challenge? For the avoidance of doubt, medals will only be awarded to participants who complete the full course within the allocated time limit.

Question 11

Can I walk the challenge?

Accepted Answer

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 event of 14.5 hours

Question 12

Are there cut off times and what happens if I miss the cut off times?

Accepted Answer

There are cut off times at various checkpoints.

If you miss the cut off times, then you will be retired from the event.

See Question 17 for Checkpoint information and cut off times.

Question 13

What is the terrain like and what type of trainers should I wear?

Accepted Answer

The route follows a mixture of mountain paths, trails, forest roads and some tarmac to link sections. A trail trainer with excellent grip is a must for the route.

Our recommended approach would be to start the race in quite aggressive trail trainers or fell shoes, then change into a more comfortable trail shoe with good grip at Merthyr Tydfil checkpoint where your drop bag would be waiting.

Question 14

What times do the buses leave and how do they work?

Accepted Answer

You park at the finish 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.

PLEASE NOTE there is no transport provided from the finish after the race. Competitors will be expected to make their own way from the end of the race, or be picked up by friends / supporters. The coach for B2C Xtreme runners leaves from Nantgarw for Brecon at 0530 please be at the car park with your race kit and ready to leave before this time.

Coach Transport is included for all participants.

Question 15

When will final event details be sent out?

Accepted Answer

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 above.

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 then 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.

Question 16

Where are the Checkpoints and what is available?

Accepted Answer

The checkpoints will provide water to fill your bottles and a mixture of sweet and savoury treats. If you would like anything else to eat then we advise that you carry it with you. The checkpoints are at at the following distances.

CP1. 15k / 950m - Water, sweets, biscuits, bars, energy drink

CP2. 21k / 1200m - Water, biscuits, crisps, fruit, energy drink

CP3. 36.5k / 1400m (Cut-off 1400) - Drop bags available here. Water, sweets, biscuits, crisps, fruit, energy drink

CP4. 52k / 2000m (Cut-off 1700) - Water, sweets, biscuits, bars, fruit, energy drink

CP5. 64.5k / 2300m (Cut-off 1930) - Water, sweets, biscuits, crisps, tea / coffee, sausage & chips

CP6. Finish - 75k / 2680m (Cut-off 2130)

Water will be at each checkpoint. As is standard in Ultras and as per your compulsory kit you will be required to fill up your water bottle. There will not be plastic cups for water.

A list of what will be at each checkpoint will be sent out with the final details. You can expect a mixture of energy drink, squash, sweets, biscuits, oranges, and crisps.

Question 17

Is there a drop bag facility?

Accepted Answer

Yes-We will transport one shoe (drop) bag from the start to the Merthyr Checkpoint at approximately 36k / 1470m, and then onwards to the finish. This should be a maximum size of a standard plastic shopping carrier bag (less than 10litres) or a shoe box size. You should be able to fit one change of shoes, maybe a change of t-shirt and socks and some energy products in. There is a maximum weight limit of 5kg. Ideally it should be waterproof and should not contain any valuable or breakable items. Most people would put a change of footwear in this drop bag.

Please note drop bags will be weighed and measured before being loaded onto the Van. In the interest of fairness and in consideration to our marshals, any bags to heavy or large will not be taken. You will have to carry them back!

Question 18

The GPS file does not open?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 19

What time is registration?

Accepted Answer

Registration for the Brecon to Cardiff xtreme runners is on Saturday afternoon from 1700-2000,

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