The Sydney Ultra Marathons will take place on Saturday the 26th of July at St Ives Showground. Race start times:

• SUM 80: 7:00 am

• SUM 50: 7:30 am

• SUM 30: 8:00 am

Getting to the start line is straightforward. The event kicks off at St Ives Showground at the Louise Lennon Pavilion. Link to the start line:

• Google Maps

• Apple Maps

There is plenty of free all day parking throughout St Ives Showground. Car sharing is recommended.

Morning:

• SUM 80 Briefing: 6:45 am

• SUM 80 Start: 7:00 am

• SUM 50 Briefing: 7:15 am

• SUM 50 Start: 7:30 am

• SUM 30 Briefing: 7:45 am

• SUM 30 Start: 8:00

Expected First Finisher:

• SUM 30: 10:15 am

• SUM 50: 11:30 am

• SUM 80: 1:30 pm

Cutoffs:

• SUM 30: 8 hrs 30 min · 16:27/km · Finish by 3:30 PM

• SUM 50: 11 hrs 45 min · 14:06/km · Finish by 6:45 PM

• SUM 80: 17 hrs · 12:35/km · Finish by 11:59 PM

You will be able to collect your bib pre race & during the race. There will be no bib mail outs. If possible please take advantage of the pre race day bib collection.

Pre Race Day: At Pace Athletic Castle Hill during store opening hours.

• Tuesday 22nd

• Wednesday 23rd

• Thursday 24th

Race Day: You can collect your bib 1 hour before your event. Bib collection will open from 6:00 am for the SUM 80 runners.

Bib Numbers have been emailed to you and can be found on the live results.

Getting to the start line is straightforward. The event kicks off at St Ives Showground at the Louise Lennon Pavilion. Link to the start line:

• Google Maps

• Apple Maps

There is plenty of free all day parking throughout St Ives Showground. Car sharing is recommended.

The mandatory gear list for each event can be found on the event page in the mandatory gear section. Click the link below to be taken to the event page and scroll down to the mandatory gear section:

• SUM 30

• SUM 50

• SUM 80

IMPORTANT: The Sydney Ultra Marathon courses traverses trails where it might take some time for medical and support services to reach you, therefore it is essential that every athlete carry their mandatory gear at all times.

SUM is also a cupless event. Athletes are required to carry their own drinking cup, bottle, flask or hydration vest which can be used at the aid stations.

There are multiple times where runners will need to cross a road during the Sydney Ultra Marathons. There will be marshals at each road crossing. Please listen to their direction and do not cross the road without looking. Runners must give way to cars. Runners must stay on footpath where possible.

We will have two marshals placed at the lights pushing the crossing button as runners approach. Runners will not be allowed to cross the road until the green signal is displayed. If a runner crosses the road on a red signal, they will be disqualified.

Yes you can! However, they must ensure they follow the support crew rules. A detailed breakdown for support crews can be found below, including parking directions for each aid station.

• Support Crew

Note: Support crews cannot access the Treeloppers Tip Trail Aid Station as there is very limited parking.

Unfortunately, pacers are not allowed for the Sydney Ultra Marathons

Each aid station is well stocked with water and nutrition to keep you going during the Sydney Ultra Marathons. A detailed breakdown of what is found at each aid station can be found here:

• Aid Station Breakdown

There is also a medical staff member at each aid station.

SUM 80 runners can use the optional Davidson Park Aid Station (47 KM) Bag Drop Service.

You will drop off your bag at the baggage truck at the start / finish line on race day morning. Each runner is allowed one bag and they must meet the following bag requirements:  

• Closable. 

• Not made out of plastic. 

• Reasonably sized. Reusable cool bags purchased at Coles/Woolworths are perfect. 

Additionally, all bags must be clearly labeled with the following:

• Full name

• Bib Number 

Your bags will reach the Davidson Park Aid Station on the way back (47 KM). You will be unable to access your drop bag on the way out (18 KM). 

You will be able to collect your drop bag from the finish line from approximately 5:30 PM. If you are unable to collect your bag on race day, you will be able to collect your bag after the race. Exact details to come post race depending on the number of bags needing collection. 

There will be a bag drop available at the start and finish line inside the Louise Lennon Pavilion.

We will be working with the best photographers in the business to get you some amazing race photos that you will recieve for free after the event. A link will be sent to you when they are ready to download.

All runners will receive a running shirt for signing up to the Sydney Ultra Marathons. You will be able to collect this after you finish the race!

There are toilets next to the start line that you can use.

There are no toilets on the SUM 30 & SUM 50 course.

There are toilets on the SUM 80 course at the Davidson Park and Manly Dam aid station.

There will be trophies awarded to the first, second and third males & females to cross the line for each event.

There are no age group trophies or awards.

There will be live results. We will share the link pre race & add to the SUM home screen.

Final results will be sent to you after the race + uploaded to UTMB for indexing

Safety is a top priority for us at the Sydney Trail Marathon. We strongly encourage all runners to keep an eye out for one another throughout the race. In the spirit of camaraderie and mutual support that defines the trail running community, we ask that you stay vigilant and assist fellow runners in need

Should you encounter any issues or emergencies during the event, please do not hesitate to contact the medical team immediately. Their number is found on the back of your bib.

For your safety and wellbeing, we have trained medical staff stationed at the race hub and all aid stations. Additionally, to ensure everyone's safety throughout the event, sweepers will follow the last runners.

As part of our commitment to protecting the natural environment, we have implemented a Phytophthora management plan for the Sydney Ultra Marathons to help stop root rot.

Phytophthora is a harmful plant pathogen that can spread through soil and plant material, posing a serious threat to native vegetation. To prevent its spread, all runners will be required to dip their shoes in a foot bath before entering the starting corral. There will also be points on course where runners will need to run through a foot dip.

This simple but effective measure ensures that we minimize the risk of introducing or spreading Phytophthora in the sensitive natural areas our race course traverses. Your cooperation is essential in helping us protect these ecosystems while enjoying the race.

As we run through some of Sydney's most beautiful and sensitive natural areas, it's important that we all do our part to maintain the trails and respect fellow runners. Please follow these trail etiquette guidelines to help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone:

• Leave no trace (take all your belongings and trash with you)

• Cupless event

• Let faster runners overtake

• Avoid wearing headphones, unless open-ear

• Stay on marked trails

• Communicate with others (e.g., "on your left" or "on your right" when passing)

• Yield to hikers and other trail users

• Keep poles close to your body when passing or being passed

Thank you for helping us keep the trails beautiful and safe for everyone!

Given that the course can be quite technical at points it is our recommendation that you wear a trail running shoes during the even.