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Green Belter Event Information

Event format

Typically, you can expect the following sequence of activity, and these approximate distances, (though each event will be slightly different and we will reveal these details a month before each event):

  • Run – approx 10km
  • Bike – 20-30km
  • Kayak – average 1km
  • Green Machine – 200m max and 5m altitude!

Kayaks, bouncy aids and paddles are provided by organisers.

Start Time: 12:30

GB Relay - NEW FOR 2011

New for 2011 – The GB Relay! Some like biking, some like running, some like kayaking so why not let you pick and choose. The GB Relay allows you to do just that and is available at all Green Belters now. Enter in teams of two and on the day you decide who does which loop. The rules are simple;

  • Only one person of the team is on the course at all times
  • All changeovers will happen within the event village
  • Both members of the team must do at least one loop

Beyond that it is up to you. Play to your strengths and pit them against other teams to see who has the highest sum of all parts. Instantly tell how you are fairing by looking at who’s waiting in transition as you pass the ‘baton’ on to your teammate. Also get friends and family along and feed off the frenzy as they whoop and cheer with excitement and eager anticipation of who is going to appear from the course next.

Click here to enter the Green Belter relay

The Green Machine

You're wet, you've run your best and cycled like a legend. The finish is in sight, but you're not done yet. Dig deep, work as a team or with others around you, and you will conquer your final obstacle.

Entering an Event/Registration

Click here to enter online. After you have filled out your details and paid the online entry fee, you’ll receive a confirmation email from us that your place is secure and then you will hear from us about 4 weeks before the event, plus a week before the event, with the definitive pre-event info. It’s all via email; nothing is sent in the post. When you turn up on the day, you will register at our Registration tent and our team will hand you your Green Belter Race Pack, which includes Race Number, safety pins, route map and our fab special edition Rat Race Technical Tee You’re then ready to race!

Registration Time: 10:30 - 12:00

Solo competitors/ Team composition

The Green Belters are open to solo participants, pairs and pairs relay. You can enter as a single sex pair or a mixed pair.

Event Photography

Professional photographers from RandR Photography will be hand to capture the action and photos will be online here soon after the race.

Camping

If you’d like to take advantage of the summer evening, or can’t decide on a designated driver, camping is available onsite on Saturday night. All campers must adhere to the camping code of conduct. There will be toilets but no showers. and there is no catering on Sunday. The campsite must be cleared by 10am. There is no camping on Friday night.

Click here for Camping Code of Conduct

Kit

You are expected to have the following kit for the event:

Mandatory Kit:

  • Trainers you don’t mind getting wet and muddy
  • Mountain Bike
  • Bike Helmet
  • Bike Bell
  • Suitable clothing for running & biking in for all weather conditions
  • Whistle & space blanket (1 per team sufficient)
  • 1st Aid Kit (1 per team sufficient)
  • Mobile phone (1 per team sufficient)

Recommended Kit:

  • Bike Lock (1 per team sufficient)
  • Compass (1 per team sufficient)
  • Towel/spare clothes for afterwards, expect to get wet!

You’ll need some sports gear that you don’t mind getting mucky and some comfortable trainers that are suitable for off road use. You will need a mountain bike, but it does not need to be flash. Reliability is key. You’ll also need a backpack to put your gear in. Rat Race Store will be on site at the events for any last minute essentials you have missed.

You don't need kit for kayaking – this is all provided (kayak, paddle and buoyancy aid).

Bike Hire

Please click here for a list of bike hire options.

Age limit

Anybody from 16 or over may enter. 16-18 year olds must obtain written permission from their parent or guardian. 

NOTE: due to local restrictions, the Kent & Scotland Green Belter’s are open to 18 year olds and over only.

Medical

The event is professionally managed, insured and risk assessed. It is also covered with professional medics. We ask when you turn up for the event, that you fill out your medical info on the back of your race number (which is issued when you arrive at Registration) to help us should you have an accident. Clearly, any event of an adventurous nature has its risks and we would encourage you to seek personal accident insurance for your sporting endeavours.

Crew

We’re always looking for crew to come and join us. So if you fancy standing the other side of the start line, drop us a mail to info@ratracegreenbelter.com and ask about event crew opportunities at the Green Belters. We’ve got a great package for event crew lined up for 2011.

Entry Terms & Conditions

Please click here for full T&C's (pdf file)

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