What's new in this edition?
- UTMB/ITRA qualifier points
- Extended 37.5K running route
- Relaxed entry criteria (none for 25K)
- Relaxed cut off timings
- 50/75/100K ultra runners should be semi self sufficient: carry 1L water (6K distance between aid stations)
Event Summary
- Event: Jawadhu Hills Ultra (4th year edition)
- Categories
| Category | Elevation Gain | Cut-off time | Entry Criteria | Start | Fees | ITRA Points |
| 100K | 1790m | 18 hours | 42K finisher in 6 hours | 2:00 AM | 1500 Rs | 3 |
| 75K | 1220m | 13 hours | 42K finisher in 6 hours | 2:00 AM | 1300 Rs | 2 |
| 50K | 890m | 8 hours | 42K finisher in 6 hours | 5:00 AM | 1100 Rs | 1 |
| 25K | 390m | 4 hours | None | 6:00 AM | 900 Rs | 0 |
- Regs closing - July 8 or max. headcount (300)
- Objective: non-profit event to create awareness on hill / trail / ultra running
- Associated Cause: Jawadhu Hills Tribal welfare - education children
Running Route
- Route: 37.5K linear trail with different return loop in first section
- Start/Finish: runners will start / finish at St. Joseph School, Athipet
- Aid Stations (25K): every 3K / (50/75/100K): every 6K
- Altitude: 750-1000 meters
- Terrain: 80% off-road hard trail, 20% rolling tar road
- Location: rolling terrain, farm lands, tribal villages, forest sections
- Climate: Morning / evening - 18 to 25 degrees. Mid-day 30+ degrees
| Category | 12.5K | 25K | 37.5K | Distance |
| 100K | U-turn2 | U-turn1 | 75K + 25K | |
| 75K | U-turn1 | 75K | ||
| 50K | U-turn1 | 50K | ||
| 25K | U-turn1 | 25K |
Mandatory Requirements for 50/75/100K
- Runners which do not meet below requirements will be disqualified:
- Entry: Should have completed full marathon (42K) successfully in last 1 year within 6 hours
- Disclaimer form to be signed. Can be downloaded from web site after registration
- Hydration set (Camelback type or belt pouch with minimum capacity of 1 litre - 6K distance between aid stations)
- Headlamp
- Cap/bandana to protect yourself from the sun
- Mobile phone with the registered number
- Runners to carry GPS log of running route in their smartphone. Can be downloaded from web site after registration
Recommended Gears (all categories)
- Sunglasses
- Proper running shoes due to rocky terrain
- Snacks to consume during the race
- Salt caps or ORS to prevent cramps
Elevation Profile
Travel
- Chennai: 4.5 hour drive from Chennai through Polur
- Bangalore: 4 hour drive from Bangalore through Vaniyambadi
- Vellore: airport / bus
- Public transport: last bus from Polur to Jamunamarathur at 6pm
Stay
- Recommendation: travel previous day and stay overnight near venue
- Note: 75/100K runners should stay overnight at the venue given the early (2AM) start time.
- Accommodation: free stay available at venue at St. Joseph Higher Secondary School
- Camping: bring your own tent to camp on school grounds
- Lodging: Hotels / lodges available at Polur, 1.5 hour from venue. Details will be shared after registration
Refreshments
- Aid Stations: water, lemon, salt, banana, orange, ORS, chicies + sandwiches for 50/75/100K runners
- Breakfast: South Indian buffet breakfast at finish (25/50K) or lunch (75K) or dinner (100K)
- Coupons: Saturday dinner / Sunday lunch / Sunday dinner coupons available for runners/friends/relatives (100Rs). Separate form to be submitted after registration
- Stalls: availability of organically produced millets and honey by local Tribal farmers
BIB Distribution
- Venue: St. Joseph Higher Secondary School, Athipet
- Saturday: evening 6-8pm
- Sunday: Sunday: 2-6am
- Timing chip: attached with the bib
- T-shirt: optional (400Rs)
Finisher
- No Rankings / Podiums
- JHU Medal (if finished within cut-off timing)
- Timings: posted on web site 1-2 days
- Photos: running route + finisher podium: extensive free photo coverage posted 1-2 days
About CTC
- About: Chennai Trekking Club is a non-profit volunteer based community which organizes outdoors, sports and environmental conservation events throughout the year. With 40 thousand members and hundreds of events each year CTC is one of the largest and most active groups in India. More than 300 news articles appeared in the media.
- Web site: www.chennaitrekkers.org
- Facebook: Chennai Trekking Club
- Media: In the news
- Queries: info@chennaitrekkers.
org
Other Annual Events
- Chennai Coastal Cleanup - June 18th
- Chennai Triathlon - July 1st
- Jawadhu Hills Ultra - Aug 6th
- Annual Green Day - Aug 27th
- Chennai Trail Marathon - Sep 10th
- Chennai Swimathon - Oct 22nd
- Chennai Iron Triathlon - Dec 16th
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