Runners Briefing and Start

Briefing for runners 15 minutes before start:

The race starts at 8:30am

Start near the corner of Smith and William Street, Lorne.
Run down Smith Street towards Grove Road.
Turn Left at the first corner and left again at the next corner.
Always keep to the left of the road
Then up the hill
Turn right at the roundabout – head towards Allenvale
The road turns into a red dirt road
Turn left at the Allenvale car park
Drinks available – be considerate in disposing of cups
Join the river track – be patient – pass only if you tell the runners in front – enjoy the scenery and be aware that there is no vehicle access along the river!
Cross the river at the bridges; not over the logs
Drinks available at the river mouth
When you get to the ocean – cross the road between the flags under the direction of the marshals
Keep to the right of the road, and to the right of the witches hats – runners who go to the left of the hats will be disqualified – this is for your own safety as the road is not closed to traffic.
Drinks available at the pier – go down into the pier carpark and join the cliff walk.
The finish is in front of the Surf Club
The presentation will be at 9.30am. Results will posted on the surf club wall at 8pm and again at 9 am Saturday. The start will be by hooter / gun after a countdown.
Enjoy the race, and do not hesitate to ask for assistance from marshals.