2021 Rule Changes

The FRA have published their handbook and there are a couple of changes that affect our races this year.

1) Emergency food must now be carried on medium as well as long races.

2) As our short courses are under 5k, junior runners for our short course series must be 13 years old by 31/12/21 (i.e have turned 12 in 2020)

3) Junior runners wishing to compete in medium or long races must be 19 years old by the 31/12/21.

4) As well as a waterproof jacket, waterproof trousers are required for all races (this has always been the case but is specifically mentioned for juniors, so worth a reminder). As good practice, all runners, including novice and junior runners, should bring a bumbag or rucksack with all kit (full waterproof body cover, hat, gloves, whistle, food, map and compass). However for the flagged routes, a compass and map is not necessary. For short races, the Race Organiser has discretion as to what is carried on the day. However it is your responsibility to come prepared.