Goldfields
24 NOV 2019
Events
Half Marathon | 11k | 5k | Kids Mud Rats
$1,000
Cash Prize Pool
Crusoe Reservoir
Kangaroo Flat, Bendigo, Vic
Goldfields Trail Run Festival
Join us for some of the most scenic and challenging trail running in the heart of Victoria’s ‘Gold Rush’ country.
The Goldfields Trail Run Festival is hosted in conjunction with the TreX Cross Triathlon Series which together make up an action packed weekend of off road events for the entire family.
Taking in some of the most spectacular bushland trails this trail run festival is set to delight, challenge and inspire trail runners of all ages and abilities.
Based in the heart of Victoria’s Gold Rush Country at Crusoe Reservoir in Bendigo the courses challenge runners with a diverse array of terrain and scenery, from the natural beauty of Crusoe Reservoir and No 7 Park, to the challenge of Big Hill within Bendigo Regional Park.
So whether your a hardcore trail runner, a weekend warrior, someone who just loves getting in 2 the outdoors, or a family and kids, there’s something for everyone at Trail Run Australia Goldfields.
Venue
Event Hub
Catering
PIZZA DE WHEELS
From 9:30am
Robert and the team from Pizza de Wheels will be on site at Trail Run Australia Goldflields, keeping us fired up with freshly cooked pizzas made from fresh gourmet ingredients and cooked on their mobile wood-fired pizza oven.
Important Note: Pizza de Wheels will arrive at 9:30am, before this there will be no catering at the event venue so please ensure you’ve had brekky and bring any food you need before the start of the event.
Facilities
Facilities at Crusoe Reservoir
The Crusoe Reservoir and No 7 Park Precinct is popular for cycling, walking, jogging and fishing. The 210-hectare area is surrounded by the Greater Bendigo National Park. It is known for its beauty, rich cultural heritage and various recreational features.
Find out more here.
Parking
Event Parking
There is ample parking located near Race HQ in the Reserve car park, on Crusoe Road and in the event parking area located across the road.
Please follow directions from marshals and signage on arrival.
Pets
Pets
At In2Adventure we love our fur kids, however pets are not permitted within Crusoe Reservoir Reserve. Please leave your furry friends at home to avoid being asked to leave the event site by Council Rangers.
CERTIFIED ASSISTANCE ANIMALS
Some companion animals are trained to provide assistance to people with a disability to help alleviate the effect of that disability. These assistance animals are not pets. They provide an important service that helps people to more fully participate in personal and public life activities with more confidence and independence.
- Human Rights Commission Guidelines on Assistance Animals here.
Event Details
Partners
T8
A big In2Adventure welcome to T8 Running who will be providing some great prizes for our Trail Run Australia athletes.
About T8
Our goal here at T8 is the production of ultralight, supercool and chafe-free running gear.
Human ingenuity to help you beat the toughest conditions and our T8 gear has been tested globally in a variety of conditions. Our commando underwear and sherpa shorts are highly functional and aim to maximise comfort during those long sessions and races, plus they are also great for everyday casual wear.
To find out more about this fantastic gear visit the website here
Registration
ATHLETE REGISTRATION
All athletes are required to register at Race HQ prior to the event at the allocated times.
REGISTRATION TIMES
Please refer to the Event Timetable for registration times
AT REGISTRATION
- Please bring along a copy of your entry confirmation email to registration.
- Line up in the queue as indicated by the signs at the Race HQ tent.
- Advise officials of your name
- Check your details on the registration screen.
- Collect your race bag.
- Collect pins for your race number at the table near the registration desk (if required).
- Get ready to Run!
RACE NUMBERS
- It is a race rule that all participants must have their race number clearly visible on their front torso at all times during the event. This is important as marshals will monitor competitors progress around the course and require to be able to view each runners number. Non-compliance will result in penalties
- The race number can be worn on a race belt, or attached to the outermost garment on your front torso using safety pins.
- Ensure the number is safely secured. If your number is lost on the course, please report the loss to the Race Director immediately.
- Participants are not permitted to enter the course without displaying their allocated number.
- Numbers are not to be cut, altered, disfigured, damaged, covered or obscured in any way. Penalties, disqualification and/or fines will apply in this circumstance.
TIMING ANKLE BANDS
- Attach the timing band to your left ankle, with the chip facing outwards. If you’re not sure please see one of our friendly marshals at Race HQ.
- Ensure the timing chip is fixed securely as it is the participants responsibility to return the timing strap on completion of the event. If the strap is not secure or there are any issues with the velcro please report this to an event marshal before the start of the event so this can be fixed prior to the start.
- Participants agree to return the timing strap on completion of the race. In the event where at timing chip is lost, or not returned at the end of the event a $50 replacement fee will be charged to the participants credit card
Equipment
EQUIPMENT CHECK
As Event Organisers we are often asked why ‘Compulsory Equipment’ is included as part of some of our events. The simple answer to this question is that it’s about keeping participants safe, which is our number one priority. To find out more please visit FAQ Compulsory Equipment.
Runners are required to carry compulsory equipment with them at all times throughout the trail run.
An equipment check will be carried out at registration and on the start line. Please bring all of the compulsory equipment with you when you register, and to the start. Due to safety considerations those without the necessary compulsory equipment will not be permitted to take part in the event.
Where an athlete is refused entry to the event because they have chosen to not bring the necessary equipment, no refund or credit is applicable.
Equipment List
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PRESENTATIONS
Presentations will take place when all, or the majority of athletes have finished the run.
Please refer to the Event Timetable for presentation times.
PRIZE MONEY
Prize money is awarded to the first 3 male and female runners to cross the line in the half marathon, irrespective of categories, as shown in the table below.
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Finishers medals are awarded to all participants in each course who successfully complete the full course.
Participants must be present in person to collect category prizes and/or spot prizes, no medals or prizes will be given to other persons in the recipients absence.
Athlete Services
ATHLETE SERVICES
Full details coming soon.
Start & Finish
COURSE & SAFETY BRIEF
The Course & Safety Brief will take place at Race HQ. For safety reasons all participants are required to attend the briefing with all equipment ready to start the event. The brief will cover all the information you need to ensure a safe and enjoyable race as well as important information about the course and any changes on the day.
The event will start soon after the Safety Brief is finished.
EVENT START
The event will commence with a mass start from Race HQ. Please follow the instructions of the Race Director at the Start Brief.
EVENT FINISH
All courses will finish at Race HQ on Crusoe Reservoir dam wall.
Race Rules
RACE RULES
A good and fair race always includes a few rules and to ensure you can enjoy your race it’s a good idea to have a read of the race rules BEFORE the start of the event.
These rules will be applied by the Race Director and ignorance is not an excuse that can be accepted.
Safety
SAFETY & FIRST AID
Your safety is a key consideration; however, trail running events do involve risk. Dedicated first aiders are on hand at Race HQ and on the course to assist where necessary.
3 SAFETY RULES
- Stop and assist any competitor that is in need of emergency assistance.
- Report any incident to the next available marshal or emergency radio point on the course.
- Compete within your abilities.
On the course there are a number of things you can do to assist yourselves and fellow competitors:
- Slow down in steep or technically challenging areas.
- Run on the left hand side of tracks.
- Compete within your limits.
- Let common sense and courtesy prevail. We want to see you safe and sound at the end of the event.
FIRST AID
First Aid will be located at Race HQ and at manned check points on the course. This will be identified at the safety briefing.
CHECK POINTS
There are check points on the course, staffed by First Aid Qualified team members. These are marked on the course map at HQ.
EMERGENCY EVACUATION
In the event of fire or other emergency, follow instructions from event officials. On the course marshals will direct you back to the Evacuation Meeting Point at HQ. Please follow instructions from Emergency Personnel and/or event officials.
Your Safety is Our Concern and Your Responsibility
Other
INSURANCE
In2Adventure has public liability insurance. This DOES NOT cover you as a participant. If you fall over or hurt yourself, there is no accident cover for you. In2Adventure strongly recommends that each participant has their own personal accident insurance. Each participant has been required to read & accept the RELEASE & INDEMNITY WAIVER when registering online.
UNSOLICITED PROMOTION
Our event partners have been extremely generous in supporting this event so we can all enjoy the sport we love. We reciprocate that support and therefore no signage, flyers, promotional banners, promotional tents, branded vehicles, sales, service or trade displays are permitted to be set up within the Race HQ or car parking areas without written authorisation from the event directors.
Please be respectful of this to avoid being asked to remove tents etc.
Please see the ‘Event Promotion Policy’ displayed on the Policy page.
ENVIRONMENT
In2Adventure is committed to maintaining a minimal impact policy that will protect the environment and enable us as individual members of the general public and members of the outdoor community to continue to enjoy the vast natural environment that is Australia’s backyard. Therefore we ask that competitors read and agree to abide by the Bush Code outlined on in our Environmental Policy and ensure that no rubbish, gel packets or wrappers are dropped on the course during the event.
Course
Half Marathon
HALF MARATHON TRAIL RUN
1 x 21km lap
Encompassed within the natural beauty of Crusoe Reservoir and No 7 Park and then tackling the challenge of Big Hill within Bendigo Regional Park, the half marathon course will both challenge and delight runners as they discover the beauty of Victoria’s historic goldfields region.
11km Trail Run
11KM TRAIL RUN
1 x 11km lap
Encompassed within the natural beauty of Crusoe Reservoir and No 7 Park and then tackling the challenge of Big Hill within Bendigo Regional Park, the 11k course will both challenge and delight runners as they discover the beauty of Victoria’s historic goldfields region.
5km Trail Run
5KM TRAIL RUN
1 x 5km lap
Encompassed within the natural beauty of Crusoe Reservoir, No 7 Park and Bendigo Regional Park, the 5k course will both challenge and delight runners as they discover the beauty of Victoria’s historic goldfields region.
Kids Events
FREE KIDS MUD RATS RUN
This is a free, fun, non-competitive event for our youngest champions of tomorrow. The run is an approx 500m course that takes runners around Race HQ to the cheers of the crowd.
Being a non-competitive event parents/guardians are more than welcome to accompany runners on the course.
REGISTRATION
Although this is a free event, parents/guardians are required to register and sign the waiver and release at registration prior to the event. Each mud rat will receive a tag to wear during the run.
Please see the Event Timetable for registration times.
Aid Stations
AID STATIONS
Important Note | This is a Self Sufficient Event
Participants are required to carry their own hydration and nutrition sufficient for the duration of the event.
Aid Stations, where participants can refill bottles and hydration packs are located at:
- Half Marathon: 2.6k, 8.3k, 16.2k, 21.5k
- 11k Trail Run: 4.5k, 6.4k, 11k
- 5k Trail Run: Finish
Course Closure
COURSE CLOSURE
At In2Adventure we don’t usually have cut off times and wherever possible make every effort to enable competitors to finish the event. The only exception to this is:
- To continue in the event poses a risk to the participants safety;
- There is not sufficient daylight hours to enable the participant to finish safely;
- Permit times do not permit an extension of the event times; or
- Logistics and staffing do not allow this.
With that in mind, it is however expected that entrants will have trained to be able to run the majority of the event. Expected latest finish times for this event are:
- Half Marathon | 3:20
- 11.5k | 2:00
- 6k | 1:00
We focus very much on ‘participation’ which is one of our key corporate principles and within reason make every effort to allow each participant to finish where it is practical.
Signage
COURSE SIGNAGE
The trail run course is signed with red and white In2Adventure arrows, cones and tape. Follow the course as indicated by the signage. It is important to note that the course will also be marked for the TreX Cross Triathlon so please ensure you follow the trail run signage.
Marshals will be in place at strategic points throughout the course, however ultimately it is up to each competitor to know and follow the correct course route.
Timetable
| 6:30am | REGISTRATION OPEN | All Events |
| 7:00am | ‘Late On Line Entries’ Closed | Half Marathon |
| 7:30am | REGISTRATION 1 CLOSED | Half Marathon |
| 7:45am | Half Marathon Course & Safety Brief (All athletes must attend!) |
| 8:00am | HALF MARATHON START |
| 8:45am | ‘Late On Line Entries’ Closed | 11k & 5k REGISTRATION 2 CLOSED | 11k |
| 9:00am | 11k Course & Safety Brief (All athletes must attend!) |
| 9:15am | 11K START |
| 9:45am | REGISTRATION 3 CLOSED | 5k |
| 10:00am | 5k Course & Safety Brief (All athletes must attend!) |
| 10:15am | 5K START |
| *11:00am | MUD RATS KIDS RUN START |
| *11:30am | PRESENTATIONS | Dirt Master Titles & Trail Run Festival |
| 12:30pm | Event Close |
| * Estimated Times Only. Please listen for announcements at Race HQ |
Travelling to Bendigo
Accomodation
ACCOMMODATION IN BENDIGO
Travelling for a challenging day taking on the Goldfields Trail Run Australia event, what better way to compliment your visit to the city and beyond than to stay a night or more in one of the many accommodation options we have on offer.
Gently stroll back to your accommodation and savour the fresh country air. Many Bendigo hotels, motels, Bed and Breakfasts, self-contained apartments and hostels are centrally located for great convenience. For those wishing to escape to a rural setting there are farm stays, rural retreats and Bed and Breakfasts outside of the city.
Affordable and welcoming caravan parks and motels are bursting with convenience and things to do. Many have highlights for kids like swimming pools, jumping pillows, playgrounds and kindy playrooms.
ACCOMMODATION BOOKINGS MADE EASY
We offer a free booking service. Search for accommodation online or call our friendly Accommodation Booking Specialists on 1800 813 153 to book.
Please note each accommodation provider has selected the most appropriate category for their business, however some services offered may overlap into other accommodation types.
Getting Here
GETTING HERE
Bendigo is located just 1 hour 40 minutes north of Melbourne.
TRAVELLING TO Bendigo
For directions please follow the links below
- Driving from Melbourne Airport: approx 1hr 25mins drive
- Driving from Melbourne Avalon Airport: approx 2hrs 6mins drive
- Driving from Bendigo: approx 14min drive
RACE HQ
Race HQ is located at:
Crusoe Reservoir Reserve
229 Crusoe Road
Kangaroo Flat, Bendigo,
VIC, 3555
Car Hire
Flights
FLIGHTS
Both Melbourne Tullamarine and Avalon Airports hosts flights to and from Sydney, Canberra, Brisbane, Newcastle, Gold Coast, and a host of regional destinations.
For more information on Melbourne Tullamarine Airport call 03 9297 1600 or visit www.melbourneairport.com.au
For more information on Melbourne Avalon Airport call 03 5227 9100 or visit www.avalonairport.com.au
Rail & Coach
RAIL
Public Transport Victoria provides services from Melbourne to Bendigo daily. Phone 1800 800 007 or visit Bendigo Railway Station
COACH
Bendigo Airport Services operates the Bendigo shuttle bus to Melbourne Airport offering several services per day, stopping at Kangaroo Flat, Castlemaine, Chewton, Malmsbury, Kyneton, Woodend and Gisborne en route. Book instantly* on our website by clicking here.
Timetable: visit Bendigo Airport Shuttle Bus
Visit Bendigo
Things To Do
THINGS TO DO
Apart from discovering all the awesome natural beauty of Bendigo during the TreX XTri Series and Multisport Festival, Bendigo is a city of insta-worthy shops, locally-made drops, pottery, pictures and fun times for the family. Are we ticking off your list here?
In other words, in our lovely city you can partake in your fair share of holiday dining, sampling local wines, craft beer and market goodies.
You can shop for amazing things you never knew you needed until you spied them. Find boutiques curated by quirky locals and collections of Bendigo-made art, craft and fashion. It’s well worth a good old rummage.
You can marvel at our arts and culture in the galleries and museums, then cultivate a healthy love of our natural attractions.
Walk and cycle the city and beyond, book a guided tour of the best bits or take your time experiencing our authentic attractions – if you’ve got kids, you’re going to want to do them all.
Mix and match from these ideas, then hatch your plan for a visit worth writing home about. Or at the very least posting, tweeting, etc etc. Selfies with Sun Loong anyone?
To plan your stay go to bendigotourism.com
Visitor Centre
VISITOR CENTRE
Situated in the historic Post Office, Bendigo Visitor Centre can help you sort out all your needs while you are at the TreX X-Tri Series, including accommodation, shopping, dining, booking attractions & tours, and provide you visitor information, map and guide books. They also have quality gifts and souvenirs so it is a must stop during your Bendigo Visit. The Visitor Centre opens everyday from 9am to 5pm(except Christmas Day).
CALL TOLL FREE ON 1800 813 153 OR INTERNATIONAL +61 3 5434 6060
BENDIGO VISITOR INFORMATION AND BOOKING CENTRE
Address: 51 – 67 Pall Mall, Bendigo
T: 1800 813 153
E: tourism@bendigo.vic.gov.au
Visitor Guide
BENDIGO VISITOR GUIDE
Download our official guides to assist you in planning your stay in Bendigo. Help us save the trees and use an e-copy if you can.
If you require a paper copy to be posted, please contact us and let us know which guides you would like. If you are looking for something in particular, contact one of our friendly staff members on 1800 813 153 or email tourism@bendigo.vic.gov.au, they will be more than happy to answer any questions you have.
A range of maps is also available to download as PDFs.
Official Visitor Guide
The guide features all new experience and motivational sections focusing on our heritage and history, arts and culture, food and local produce, active lifestyle and itineraries.
Bendigo Dining & Shopping Guide
This handy guide is all about finding the perfect dining and shopping experiences whilst discovering the best of Bendigo and the surrounding region. Explore the city by precinct and discover all the must do experiences.
Climate
CLIMATE
Bendigo’s location on the northern fringe of the Great Dividing Range means it enjoys a warm Mediterranean climate. The region avoids extremes in weather such as snow and strong winds and averages 240 rain free days per year.
With the average January temperature of 29 degrees and 12 degrees in July – the variation between the seasons is very pleasant. Bendigo is still one of the few places in Australia that you can enjoy all four seasons.
Weather forecast for the next 7 days for VIC: Bendigo
Food & Wine
DINING IN BENDIGO
You are what you eat… ever fancied being totally scrummy? That’ll be you after a taste tour of Bendigo restaurants, cafes, farmers markets and fresh food stores. You’ll be fashioning napkins willy-nilly in the most unexpected of places.
Dine in a heritage bank vault, in a former glass factory, a heritage-listed Beaurepaires site, plus down laneways, byways and basements.
Many of the loveliest locals grow, make, bake and brew the food, beer and wine on offer. Salt-of-the-earth people who produce seasonal food so good, ironically, you won’t need salt nor seasoning. Meet them at a market, or on a dedicated foodie tour of the city.
Of course you’ll need to be washing all this down with a bevvie or two; a local wine, a Bendigo beer, or something a wee bit fancy from some of regional Victoria’s best cocktail menus.
Find out more at www.bendigotourism.com/bendigo-eat-drink
BENDIGO CRAFT BEER
Once upon a time the words ‘craft’ and ‘beer’ would never have fraternized so closely. No crafter would risk a malty spillage on their finger knitting. Cheers to that. But times have changed and we all know there’s no beer quite like a craft beer.
Bendigo does it so well. You’ve got your True Brew, your Tooborac, and your Cornella Real just a short drive away. Visit them at the source, find them headlining a beer festival or head to a local pub for a pint or two and a spot of yarn spinning. Pun intended. Many Bendigo venues champion the local brews and can help you choose a favourite.
At True Brew you can get truly crafty; brew your own beer using their time-honoured methods and equipment.
Since 2011, Bendigo Beer has championed local craft beer and breweries by running fun, approachable events to educate and tantalise, while showcasing the city’s vibrant and ever-evolving nightlife and dining culture. Bendigo and central Victoria boasts 6 genuine craft breweries and over 60 venues stocking some of the world’s best ales and lagers.
From cool outdoor bars to brewery bars to traditional pubs to Age Good Food Guide Chef’s Hat restaurants to Australia’s most unique mobile beer festival “Bendigo On The Hop”, Bendigo’s beer scene is considered by some in the industry as the best in regional Australia.
Enough talking, time to get sampling! Head to www.bendigobeer.com/beer-finder to quickly discover the best of the best in Bendigo! Cheers!
Entry
One Day Entry Special
Opens 10:30am AEST Thursday 18 July
For one day the first 50 athletes to enter Trail Run Australia Goldfields will save a massive 50% off the standard entry price.
But this will be for one day and for the first 50 entrants only, so athletes will need to be quick as entries sold out in the first 30mins last year.
PLUS your entry includes loads of free giveaways including:
- FREE Trail Run Australia Singlet for the first 100 entries received before 27 July 2019
- FREE Collapsible Water Bottle for ALL entrants
- Finishers Medallion for all finishers
- No credit card fee & no booking fee – The entry price advertised is the price you pay
And all the usual things you’d expect at an In2Adventure event:
- Spectacular racing on well signed and marshalled courses including medical support.
- Live Electronic timing and results
- Entry into the ‘Fun One’ Prize Draw for Sponsors giveaways
- A professionally run event in a welcoming atmosphere
One Day Special Important Notes
- Be Quick! The one day specials sold out within the first half hour last year.
- Entry Opening & Closure: Special one day entries will open at *10:30am AEST on Thurs 18 July, and will remain open until 11:59pm on 18 July OR when all one day special entries have been sold. When the first 50 entries are sold the entry price will revert to the Early Bird special.
- Other Time Zones Outside AEST: Those who live in a state outside of Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), please adjust the opening time for your time zone.
- Giveaway Collection: Giveaways will be included in race bags at the event.
- Singlet Sizes: Singlet sizes are recorded when entering. The size selected will be made available, however, if an incorrect size is selected, we will make every effort to replace this with the correct size, however there is no guarantee that an alternate will be available.
Entry Fees & Inclusions
ENTRY FEES
| ONE DAY SPECIAL | SUPER EARLY BIRD | EARLY BIRD | STANDARD | FULL Entry Fee | |
| EVENT | Opening Day Only | Closes 16 Weeks Prior to Event | Closes 8 Weeks Prior to Event | Closes 5pm Wednesday prior to the event OR when sold out. | If the event is not sold out. |
| HALF MARATHON | $75 | $85 | $99 | $130 | $150 |
| MIDDLE DISTANCE 10-12km | $49 | $60 | $70 | $80 | $99 |
| FUN RUN 5-6km | $35 | $40 | $45 | $50 | $70 |
ENTRY INCLUSIONS
- FREE Trail Run Australia Running Singlet for the first 100 entries received before 27 July 2019.
- FREE Collapsible Water Bottle for all entrants
- Finishers Medallion for all finishers
- No credit card fee & no booking fee | The entry price advertised is the price you pay
And all the usual things you’d expect at an In2Adventure event:
- Spectacular racing on well signed and marshaled courses
- Medical support
- Entry into the ‘Fun One’ Prize Draw for Sponsors giveaways
- Live Electronic timing and results
- High quality video and photo memories
- A professionally run event in a welcoming atmosphere
Categories & Minimum Age
CATEGORIES
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HOW TO ENTER
All entries are via secure online entry system provided by eWay. Payment is by Visa, Mastercard or American Express.
Entries close at 5pm on the Wednesday prior to the event.
LATE ONLINE ENTRIES
Important Note: All late entries are required to be completed ONLINE using phone, device or computer.
Where an event is not fully subscribed by close of entries at 5pm on Wednesday, late online entries will be made available on Thursday morning.
Late Online Entries may be submitted after close of entries and up until half an hour before the close of event registration.
Late Online Entries incur an additional $30 administration fee. All late entries must be completed online, manual entries are not available at event registration. Please enter using your phone, device or computer prior to the Late Entry Close Time.
How to Submit a Late Online Entry
- Enter & Pay Online up until half an hour before the close of registration Enter Here
- Bring a copy of your In2Adventure Order Email to registration. Please note: race packs can only be collected with proof of entry.
- Join the ‘Late Entry’ Queue at Race HQ, show your entry invoice and collect your race pack
Discounts
FAMILY & STUDENT DISCOUNTS
Every effort has been made to keep entry costs to an absolute minimum, however we are keen to encourage families to be involved and we do understand that entries for a large family can add up and that entries as a student can be challenging.
FAMILY DISCOUNTS
If you are a family unit, and members of your family are looking at taking part, then email us at info@in2adventure.com.au PRIOR TO ENTERING with the following details:
- Your name, telephone number & email address; and
- The names of those in your family who will be taking part, and the events they will be entering.
We will consider each request on an individual basis and send a email in response.
STUDENT DISCOUNT 10%
If you are a student please email us at info@in2adventure.com.au PRIOR TO ENTERING with the following details:
- Your name, telephone number & email address; and
- A scanned copy or photo of your student identity card
We will consider each request on an individual basis and send an email in response.
Important Information about Family & Student Discounts
- For family discounts, entries must be for members of one family unit. Groups of friends are not eligible.
- Sending an email does not guarantee a discount. A family/student discount will be offered only at the discretion of the Event Managers.
- Discounts will only be considered prior to entries being received. Discounts cannot be backdated and no refunds will be given as a result of a Family/Student Discount.
- Family entries must be made on the same order.
- If a discount is offered and the entry does not match the details in the email request In2Adventure reserve the right, without prior notice, to debit the difference in entry fees from the credit card listed on the entry.
Merchandise
Trail Run Australia Merch
Checkout all the Gear in the Store HERE
 | TRAIL RUN AUSTRALIA RUNNING SINGLET Price: $25 High Quality Running Singlet made from innovative Repreve fabric made from recycled plastic bottles. Birdseye Fabric, 145gsm. Suitable for any sporting activity. Visit the Merch Store at Race HQ to purchase Sizes: Mens: XS,S, M, L, XL, XXL Womens: 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16 |
 | TRAIL RUN AUSTRALIA TECH T Price: $30 High Quality, 100% Polyester Sports T. Suitable for sporting activities or casual wear. Visit the Merch Store at Race HQ to purchase Sizes: Mens: XS,S, M, L, XL, XXL Womens: 8, 10, 12, 14, 16 |
 | TRAIL RUN AUSTRALIA SKULL CASE Price: $15 Visit the Merch Store at Race HQ to purchase Size: One size fits all |
 | RACE BELT Price: $10 Adjustable race belt, ideal for use on the run leg, including gel holders Visit the Merch Store at Race HQ to purchase Size: One size fits all |
 | SUPPORTERS BELL Price: $15 Large size supporters cow bell with easy grip handle. Perfect for cheering on your favourite runners! Visit the Merch Store at Race HQ to purchase Size: One size fits all |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Have Compulsory Equipment?
As Event Organisers we are often asked why ‘Compulsory Equipment’ is included as part of some of our races. The simple answer to this question is that it’s about keeping participants safe, which is the number one priority in any decision making related to our events.
Compulsory Equipment lists are developed by the event team and experts in the area based on a number of factors. These include, but are not limited to:
- The general weather conditions in the area;
- Duration and distance of the course;
- Technical difficulty of the course;
- Event terrain;
- The remoteness of the event course;
- Time to emergency response;
- Time to hospital/medical services;
- Expected participants skill level; and
- Weather conditions on the day.
Compulsory equipment lists are developed based on what we believe is the minimum to keep our participants safe and well if they are delayed for any reason during the event.
Most times compulsory equipment won’t be needed during an event, however in the case where participants may find themselves injured, immobilised or exhausted, especially in poor weather conditions, then the compulsory equipment will aid survival until rescue can be actioned.
We are often asked why participants do not have the option to just take the gear that they think they require, and in an ideal world, this would be great, however, we don’t live in a world where we are able to know every person’s skills, knowledge and experience and their capacity to know and understand what the potential dangers could be.
Instead, we choose to use the experience, knowledge and expertise of those who are highly qualified in this area and have extensive knowledge of the local conditions to guide this decision making.
Another important aspect of an event is ensuring that it is fair for everyone participating. A compulsory equipment list means that each person is carrying the same gear as every other participant and that is why random gear checks are often carried out during events to ensure that the participant has everything they need to stay safe and that everyone is taking part in the spirit of the event.
How Old Do I Have To Be To Race?
The minimum ages for each race distance are shown on the Entry Tab.
Ages for entry and race categories are calculated as of the 31st December each summer (middle of the race season).
Can I Enter On The Day?
If you miss the entry closure at 5pm Wednesday prior to the event, late online entries are open until 30 minutes before the close of registration on the day.
Late entries are accepted online only.
View Full Late Online Entry Information on the Entry Tab.
Do I Need A Licence To Race?
No licence or club membership is required to take part in this event.
Do I Need A Support Crew?
No! A support crew is not allowed for Half Marathon competitors and is not necessary or required for Ultra competitors.
We do however recommend bringing the whole family along to cheer you on and enjoy what the area has to offer.
Can I Carry A Music Device?
Competitors are permitted to wear personal audio equipment whilst taking part in the event.
However all competitors must have one ear clear at all times so that you can hear other runners, other trail users and approaching vehicles. You must switch off music as you approach and pass Course Marshals so that you can hear any directions given to you, you must switch off music when travelling on all public roads/footpaths so you can hear approaching traffic and other users. So while you may use iPods/Music players, it is up to you to use them in a safe manner so that you remain aware of your surroundings and things happening around you at all times.
This is for safety reasons to ensure that runners can be alert to their environment and ensure it is an enjoyable experience for all involved.
What Equipment Will I Need For The Event?
Participants are required to be self-sufficient for the event.
- View the Event Equipment List on the Event Details Tab.
What Happens If An Event Is Cancelled Or Rescheduled?
A decision to cancel or reschedule an event will not be made lightly, however our main focus is competitor safety and respect for the environment in which we operate. Sometimes situations outside of our control do result in this outcome.
- A decision on event cancellation or rescheduling may be made on the evening before or on the day of an event.
- If an event is cancelled a notice will be posted on the event website and social media channels.
- Full details of applicable credits in the case of a cancellation or rescheduling can be found in the Event Refund Policy
Can I Change Or Transfer My Entry?
It is forbidden to participate in an event under another competitor’s name or to offer your entry to another participant. Transfer of entry to another competitor is not permitted. Details about changing entry details are outlined in the Event Transfer Policy
What If I Have To Withdraw From The Event?
If you are unable to make the event full details are outlined in the EVENT REFUND POLICY outlining necessary actions and follow up in the case of an applicable refund or credit.
Can I Run With A Pram Or Stroller?
Due to the nature of the trails used for the event, running with prams and/or strollers is not permitted.
Do I have to stay for presentations?
Staying for the presentations is not compulsory, however, it is a great way to finish the day and cheer on fellow competitors. If you are unable to attend the presentation you will not be eligible for random draw prizes.
Medals and prizes can only be given to the actual recipient at presentations, other persons can not collect them on behalf of the recipient.
What if I’ve won a prize or medal & can’t stay for presentations?
If a prize winner is unable to stay for the Prize Giving Ceremony they may organise for their prize and/or token/medallion to be posted to them by contacting the team and sending a registered post bag (no bigger than A4 size for each person) with postage paid to the address below. Prizes and tokens/medallions must be claimed within 4 weeks of the event.
Please ensure that you include:
- Your name,
- Details of the event and award that you are claiming.
In 2 Adventure
PO Box 2003
Brookside Centre
Qld, 4053
Please Note:
- Medallions / Tokens usually weigh between 50-75g and require an A4 satchel
- Prizes are usually gift vouchers that will fit in a DL Envelope
- Prizes and medallions / tokens are packed away in the event trailer post event. Some events require travel and at times the trailer may not be available to be unpacked for up to 4 weeks post an event. In some circumstances it can take up to this long for prizes and/or medallions to be distributed when participants are unable to stay for prize giving.
- Random draw prizes are only applicable for those athletes in attendance at the presentation ceremony on the day.
Lost Property
Personal Equipment can sometimes be forgotton and/or dropped and left behind at an event.
If you have lost anything at the event please contact the team as soon as possible after the event as we can be packing up and clearing the site within 24/48 hours of the event finishing.
If we do have you lost property after the event has finished you can claim it by sending:
- A Self Addressed,
- Postage paid satchel,
- Large enough to hold your property to,
In 2 Adventure
PO Box 2003
Brookside Centre
Qld, 4053
Any property not claimed within 2 weeks of the event are donated to the local trash and treasure/charity clothing.
TreX X-Triathlon
The Goldfields Trail Run Festival is part of the Bendigo MultiSport Weekend which includes the TreX Cross Triathlon Series hosted on Saturday Crusoe Reservoir.
TreX is triathlon but with a new twist as we head off road for a version of the sport with heart, grit and off road action. TreX includes a Swim, Mountain Bike and Trail Run on a pre-determined, marked course and is governed by the normal rules and guidelines of a traditional triathlon. Put simply, it’s the on road version of the sport transposed into a bushland setting with mountain bikes and off road trail shoes.
The event includes Standard, Sprint, Junior, Teaser and Dirt Kids Courses as well as a Duathlon and Aquabike format, so there’s something for all comers no matter what your age or ability.
To find out more visit the website at trextriathlon.com.au
