Globeracers

First race of the year!

Kavitha — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 14:44:33 +0000

2011 was a year to set records for us. RAAM, PBP, Ultra BOB and a few local ones. We focused on cycling, and building the team and strengthening the foundation of endurance sport in India. 2012 is a packed year and the first race of the season is set to take you all to the interiors of Thar Desert in Rajasthan with an edited version of our multi-day race. THis year we have 30/50/100 mile categories, with race taking you to remote areas and on to some tough and varying terrain. Salt flats, dunes and rocky paths alike will pose a challenge and have you asking for more. February is a good time of the year in the desert with January rains creating a greener environment in contrast to the stark brown landscape of the desert.

More details in the race the calendar: http://globeracers.com/event-calendar/thar-desert-run-2012/

Globeracers Update #1

Kavitha — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:00:45 +0000

Just so we can get the news and information to you in time, we redesigned our website, focusing on more features, simple styles, and ease of use. We are excited about what the younger generation can do. The Globeracers site is the work of a talented young man Parthiv, all of 14 years! Watch out this space for more on young talent, which will be showcased here.

The second edition of the Thar Desert race is in the works, and will be announced early November. The race is planned for February 2012, and will feature a distance of 168 – 180km in 4 days.

Also coming up is the Himalayas XTREME race, which is set to launch in August 2012.

We also have K3 – our ambitious 5000 km (or more) cycling race for November 2012 in the works. We’re glad to have multiple city cycling clubs working with us on this, and making the dream of a cyclist come true.

We’re looking forward to many more crewing experiences at Globeracers and contributing more to the development of endurance sport in India. Vishwas Bhamburkar is set to take on Brazil 135 in January.

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Ultra Bob 626

Kavitha — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:12 +0000

Ultra BOB 626 is the second RAAM qualifier and UMCA event, in November 2011.

The route, which weaves through Nilgiris and Bandipur forest, takes you through plains, villages, and dusty towns before a challenging climb that takes your breath away both literally and figuratively. Bangalore Ooty highway is dotted with village and towns that remind one of sleepy hallows that never meander beyond the limits of comfort. Yet they offer a glimpse of rush and hustle of commerce, unlike the vision of sleepy towns, from time to time. Beyond these is a picturesque road that takes you into the beautiful Bandipur forest and then on to the hilly climbs of Ooty. There is no shortage of challenge or excitement on this ride, with time and support stations providing relief as needed.

Details

Entry: Open, national and international
Distance: 626 km
Route: Bangalore-Ooty-Bangalore, climbing the Kalahatti and returning via Gudulur
Elevation Profile: (See image below.)
Qualifying Times: 34 hours for RAAM, 37 hours for UMCA
Dates: November 18-20, 2011, starting 8pm IST
Fee: Solo – Rs. 4000/ $90 / 60 Euros
Fee: 2-member team – Rs.6000 / $135 / 90 Euros
Fee: 4-member team – Rs.8000 / $180 / 120 Euros
Prizes: Solo – Rs. 25,000/Rs.20,000/Rs.15,000 for first, second, and third finishers
Prizes: 2-member team – Rs. 25,000/Rs.20,000/Rs.15,000 for first, second and third finishing teams
Prizes: 4-member team – Rs. 25,000/Rs.20,000/Rs.15,000 for first, second and third finishing teams

Pictures

Bhati Lakes 100

Kavitha — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 00:00:02 +0000

With a focus on runners who can’t travel long distances for a race, a beautiful lake area close enough to Delhi with a fairly gradient trail was chosen for this.

The Bhati lakes are old abandoned Bhati mines which turned to lakes over a period of time. The area offers a 20 mile loop with a 6 km tarmac to loop back in to the trail area.

The race categories were as follows:

Individual

30 miles
50 miles
100 miles

Relay

30 miles (2 runners)
50 miles (2-3 runners)
100 miles (2-4 runners)

Schedule

Oct 21, 2011

Point of arrival for the race: Delhi
Med check (venue will be notified prior to the race) 12 noon – 5 pm
Race-packet pickup, orientation, pre-race briefing, and pre-race dinner at Delhi 5 pm – 7 pm
Travel to and from race venue

Race venue is 30 km from Delhi city limits, and will require prior transportation arrangements to get to the venue by 4 am
All participants are required to be at the start line 30 minutes prior to their scheduled start times of 5 am, 5:30 am and 6 am
Please refer to directions, and location address provided to call for taxi or car-pooling if you are traveling to the venue individually
All participants are expected to secure transportation for post race travel to the city

Oct 22, 2011 (Race Day 1)

Race start timings:

100 Mile – 5:00 am
50 Mile – 5:30 am
30 Mile – 6:00 am
Please note your start time mentioned in the confirmation letter sent to you

Race end timings:

30 Mile – 2:00 pm
50 Mile – 9:30 pm
Finish line refreshments: 10:00 am – 9:30 pm

Oct 23, 2011 (Race Day 2)

Race end timings:

100 Mile – 5:00 pm
Finish line refreshments: 5:00 am – 5:00 pm

7 pm onwards: Post race dinner and celebration at Delhi

Details

What’s included in the fee?

Aid-station support providing water, electrolytes, fruit, energy drinks, salty snacks, candy, ice and medical aid at 5-mile intervals
Nighttime route safety and supportGoody bag
Post race celebration at Delhi

Race Preparation

Please ensure you bring ample energy supplements, food, and personal medical supplies (if any are needed). You will be allowed one drop-bag at each aid station. There will be aid-stations at every 5km interval.

Race Guidelines

All participants are required to be at the start line 30 minutes prior to their scheduled start times of 5 am, 5:30 am and 6:00 am.
Race cut-off times:

100 mile distance

25 mile marker – 1 pm (8 hours into the race)
50 mile marker – 9 pm (16 hours into the race)
75 mile marker – 7 am, next day (26 hours into the race)
The finish line – 5 pm (36 hours into the race)

50 mile distance

15 mile marker – 9:30 am (4 hours into the race)
30 mile marker – 2:30 pm (9 hours into the race)
The finish line – 8:30 pm (15 hours into the race)

30 mile distance

10 mile marker – 8 am (2 hours into the race)
20 mile marker – 11 am (5 hours into the race)
The finish line – 2 pm (8 hours into the race)

50 mile and 100 mile participants are allowed to bring 2 and 4 crew members respectively for pacing and/or support. Please ensure organizers are intimated at least one week before the race and register your crew members so they can receive their personal crew tags on the day of the race at the race venue. No crew members will be allowed on the route without registration or their crew tags missing.
No vehicular support is allowed on the route except for organizer’s vehicles.
50 mile and 100 mile participants should carry mandatory night running aids such as headlamps or torchlight, reflective vests or armbands and whistle. Please refer to your confirmation letter for mandatory gear requirement applicable to your race distance.
Drop bags are allowed for all race participants. Number of drop bags allowed for each participant will be stated in your registration confirmation letter, and equal number of name tags will be provided in your race packet. All drop bags must be clearly marked with your name tag provided and bib number.