F.A.Q’s

Medical & Emergency Procedures

• Please write your emergency contact info on the back of your bib – it’s compulsory.
• Follow the instructions of staff, volunteers and medical teams at all times.
• If you need to withdraw from the race you MUST tell a race official. This is so we don’t go searching for you later!

Emergency+ App

We highly recommend that you download the ‘Emergency+’ app on your phone, which can provide exact coordinates of where you are for emergency services. These items are all mandatory, and for your own safety. 

On Course Medical

• Medical will be available at the Finish Line and where possible, will be roaming around the course on foot, on bikes and in vehicles for emergencies.
• Each runner will have responsibility for their own wellbeing and basic first aid and should carry their own band-aids, blister/strapping tape, chafe cream, and sunscreen. Ensure you are aware of the effects of dehydration, hypothermia and extreme fatigue. If you do not feel you are not fit to continue, please withdraw from the race at the next aid station.
• If you pass an injured runner, please stop to assist them until an EE staff member or until someone from medical arrives, record how long you were stopped to assist and notify an EE staff member at the end of the event they will organise to adjust your time accordingly.

Eligibility & Rules 

All our events are governed by AusTriathlon Policy and Rules. Full details can be accessed as follows:

AusTriathlon Race Competition Rules

Wheelchairs

Wheelchairs are welcome, but please be aware this is an unsealed, uneven surface.

Prams / Dogs

Running with a pram is permitted – please note this is an unsealed, uneven surface

Running with a dog is not permitted.

Race Cut-Off Times 

• The 2km, 5km and  10km events do not have a cut off time
• 42.2km cuff off: 2:30pm (6 hours)
• 21.1km cut off: 1pm (4 hours)
• 72km cut off: 7pm (11.5 hours)
• 100km cut off: 11:45pm (17 hours)

On-course Cut Off Times

100km

6.45am – 11.45pm (17 hrs) 10mins 22sec / km pace. 5.88km per 1hr

1. 32km – 4hrs 30 mins (cut off time 11.15 am) Aid Station 2. 8min 30 sec /km pace. 
2. 65KM – 9hrs (cut off time – 3.45pm) Aid Station 5. 8 min 30 sec /km pace. 
3. 83KM – 14hrs (cut off time – 8.45pm ) Aid Station 8. 10min /KM pace. 
4. 100KM 11.45pm . 17 hrs ( cut of time – 11.45pm ) Finish. 10mins /KM pace. 

72km

7.30am – 7pm (11.5 hrs)

1. 37.6KM – 6 hrs (1pm) Aid Station 5.  9mins 34 sec /km pace
2. 56KM – 8hrs 56 mins (4pm) Aid Station 7  
3. 72KM  – 11 hrs (7pm) Finish – 9 mins / km

42km

8.30am – 2.30pm (6 hrs) 8 mins 31sec /km pace. 

1. 25.8KM – station 7 (3hrs 40 mins)

21km

9am – 1pm (4 hrs)

Team Change Overs And Cut Off Times

100km

Runner 1: 32KM (Leongatha turn Refill Station 2) 11.15am
Runner 2: 32KM – 65km (Fish Creek Aid Station 5) 3.45pm
Runner 3: 65km -83.5km (Meeniyan Aid Station 7) 8.45pm
Runner 4: 83.5km – Finish 11.45pm

72km

Runner 1: Start to 37.6km (Fish Creek Aid Station 5) 1pm
Runner 2: 37.6km – 56KM (Meeniyan Aid Station 7) 4pm
Runner 3: 56km to Finish 7pm

Leg 1 – 0- 32KM Cut off 11.15am at Refill Station 2

Port Welshpool – Turnbull street / Lewis Street to Aid Station 2- Welshpool CFA station

Leg 2 – 32KM – 65km  – Cut off at Refill station 5 

Welshpool CFA station to Fish creek community Gardens 

Leg 3 – 65km – 83KM   Cut off at Refill station 7

Fish creek community Gardens to Meeniyan Rail trail head Tompkins Rd and Hanily St

Leg 4 – 83km – finish Cut off Finish 72km -7pm and 100KM – 11.45PM

Meeniyan Rail Trail Head Tompkins Rd and Hanily St to Leongatha Rail trail precinct (Finish)

All runners must carry mandatory gear during the race.

The mandatory gear list contains what we believe is the absolute minimum to keep you safe during the event and in South Gippsland’s unpredictable weather systems. If you would normally take something extra on a run of this duration, you should still take it.

Mandatory Gear lists for SRT 42km, 72km & 100km

The course passes through remote trails, where protection from the elements and medical/support services could be some time/distance from athletes needing assistance. For this reason, all athletes must carry the required mandatory gear at all times while on course.

To help reduce waste, this is a cupless event. Athletes are strongly encouraged to carry their own reusable cup, bottle or hydration vest for use at aid stations. We also recommend carrying sufficient water between checkpoints to ensure adequate hydration throughout the course.

NB: Bag checks will be conducted to ensure all mandatory gear is carried. Athletes who do not have the required items will not be permitted to start the race. Please see below for bag check times.

*Weather Dependent Items

Those items marked with a * in the table above are dependent upon weather ruling from the race organisers made the day before the specific race.

STRONGLY RECOMMENDED for 100km and 72km

• Sunscreen & Hat
• Chafe Cream / Blister Bandages
• More Substantial First Aid Kit
• Spare Socks
• Spare Headlight Batteries

*Weather Dependent Rulings

Athletes will be advised the day before the race if the items marked as “weather dependent” listed above must be carried on the day.

Mandatory gear bag checks: 100km and 72km

All athletes competing in the 100km, 72km and teams’ event must have their mandatory gear bag checked before race start. Bag checks will be conducted on Friday 29th May at Leongatha Rail Trail precinct race hub between 3pm-5pm or on race morning at Port Welshpool race start location. Please see the mandatory gear section above for your mandatory gear list.

Questions? 

Prior to the event contact: office@eliteenergy.com.au.
During Race Week: Please speak with one of the official Elite Energy Event staff at the event site.

How do I enter?

Entries are via the Race Roster Platform. Click here to enter 

Entry Transfer Policy

• All requests for refunds and transfers must be made in writing to office@eliteenergy.com.au
• No transfers between athletes are permitted – be wary of people offering to sell you an entry
• Please note: No refunds or transfers will be issued within 7 days of the event under any circumstances.

Refund and Transfer Policy

• For details: Refund & Transfer Policy

Conditions / Weather Plan

• All participants are responsible for their own hydration, sun protection, and safety.
• The event will run rain or shine. Athletes will be notified with any course or event changes.

Do you have minimum ages for your events?

Yes, please see minimum ages below:

• 100km: 18 years
• 72km: 18 years
• 42.2 km: 18 years
• 21.1 km: 17 years
• 10km: 15 years
• 5km: 12 years
• 2km: all ages

*Ages are calculated as of race day

When do entries close?

You can enter up until race day, unless the event sells out! If the event is sold out you can join the waitlist, which will be updated here. 

Can I change my race distance?

Yes! Get in touch with our Athlete Services team who will be happy to assist: office@eliteenergy.com.au

Still need help?

Contact the athlete services team: office@eliteenergy.com.au

Bib Postage

• There is no bib postage option for this event

Early Bib Collection

• Optional early bib collection is available on Friday afternoon at the “Registration” tent at the Leongatha Rail Trail race hub. Please refer to the schedule for collection times. 

Race Day Bib Collection Times

• Race day bib collection will be available at your start location for the 100km, 72km, and 21.1km races.
• Race day bib collection is available at the Registration tent at the event hub for the 42.2km 10km, 5km, and 2km events.
• Times will be as per the schedule

Please bring your QR code or photo ID to collect your bib. If you are an AusTriathlon member please also bring your membership card.

Start Groups / Waves

There are no wave starts for this event.

Start Times & Location

• The 100km and 72km races start at Port Welshpool Old Ferry Terminal and finish at the Leongatha Rail Trail precinct race hub
• The 42.2km race is an out-and-back course which starts and finishes at the Leongatha Rail Trail precinct race hub
• The 21.1km race starts at Stony Creek and finishes at the Leongatha Rail Trail precinct race hub
• The 10km, 5km and 2km races are and out and back course from Leongatha Rail Trail Precinct race hub
• For the start times for all distances, please see the schedule

Getting to the Start Line / Event Day Transport

• Event parking is available at the Leongatha Rail Trail precinct race hub
• Buses for competitors will be available to take you from Leongatha Rail Trail precinct race hub to the start line of your race. Please see the Bus Timetable for times.

Bus tickets

Bus tickets are available to purchase during the registration process or can be purchased after the registration system, in the event store here.

Mandatory Pre-Event Race Briefings

Pre-event race briefings will be held 15 minutes prior to your race start time.

Bag Drop

A bag drop will be available at the event hub.

Pacers

Unfortunately there are no pacers for this event.

Road Closures

There will not be any full road closures. In areas where there will be a road crossing, please be mindful and aware of traffic.

Nutrition

Revvies Hydration is the Official On Course Sports Hydration Supplier of the Southern Rail Trail and can be found on course at aid stations. 

Aid Stations

Further details TBC

All aid stations will have water and nutrition. Aid stations 7 – 12 will also have lollies, Macros bars and Revvies Hydration.  Competitors for the 100km, 72km and 42.2km races will need to be self-sufficient with race food and electrolytes.

Teams

I am racing in a team. Can we all cross the finish line together? 

Yes, we encourage this. It is also a great photo 😊 

What are the cut-offs and team changeover locations?

Please see Cut-Off times section for details.

Bag Drops

I am running the 100km or 72km race, where can I drop off my nutrition refill bag? 

There is a Bag drop off location at Aid station 5 at Fish creek community garden and playground. This can be dropped off by your support crew on race day or at the race start location in Port Welshpool before race start. The event team will drop this at the Aid station E. There is a size limit of 30cm x 30cm and it must be clearly labelled with your race number. Access to all aid stations is available by car, you are more than welcome to bag drop to any other aid stations yourself in the timeframes. 

Is there an option for Gear bag drop off at my start location and where can I collect it after the race?

Bag drop off is available at each start location before race start (for the 100km, 72km, 21.1km races). Your bag will be delivered to the registration tent at the Leongatha Rail Trail Precinct. All Gear bags must be labelled clearly with your name and race number.

Official Results

Results will be available after the event at https://www.multisportaustralia.com.au/

If you have any questions or notice any issues with your results, please reach out directly to Multisport Australia for assistance.

Age Group Podium Medals / Finisher Medals

1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each age category will receive a podium medal. 

Finisher medals are awarded to all run finishers. 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each age category will also receive a podium medal. 

Is there medal engraving?

No, unfortunately there will not be a medal engraving service

If you pre-purchased a race day photo package with your entry, your personal link will be sent to you after the race. If you haven’t pre-purchased your race day photos, they can be accessed through our official photography partner here: FinisherPix

Included Merchandise

• Hoodie – 100km & 72km (including teams)
• Tshirt – 42.2km & 21.1km 

Additional Merchandise

• Optional event hoodies and T-shirts are available for purchase during registration or by logging into your Race Roster account. Merchandise orders close three weeks prior to the event.

Merchandise Collection

• Included and Optional purchased merch can be collected at the Bib Collection (Registration) Tent at the event hub. Merchandise will not be posted to you prior to the event. Merchandise will not be available for collection at the start lines.

• We use reusable Bib Snaps at our events to reduce landfill waste. You can find out more here. Bib Snaps can be purchased during registration, or at a later time through the event store 
• We make an effort to minimise the impacts of our event on the local community. There are no road closures for this event.
• We are aiming to reduce the number of single-use cups at our events. Bringing your own cup, flask or bottle is a great way to help with this
• Don’t litter! We want to leave this beautiful place in the same pristine condition we found it, and all participants are required to carry your rubbish with you (that means gel packets too!). This is what the zip lock bags in your mandatory gear are for.
• Please be VERY CAREFUL not to drop a gel packet or any other rubbish on the course – this may have consequences on whether the event goes ahead in the future.

Lost and Found

Lost something? Get in contact with our team at office@eliteenergy.com.au after the event.

Volunteering

Do you have friends or family who want to get involved but who are not so keen on racing? Volunteering is an easy and fun way to get involved with the event. Find out more here.

Sponsorship / Partnerships

For sponsorship or partner enquiries contact us at sponsorship@eliteenergy.com.au