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UTD MILER

PRISTINE TRAIL RUNNING THROUGH LESOTHO AND SOUTH AFRICA

DATE

25 - 27 APRIL

DISTANCE

173km

ELEVATION

4500m

CHECKPOINT

14

CUT OFF

46 HRS

UTD MILER MAP OVERVIEW

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UTD MILER TECHNICAL INFORMATION

ABOUT UTD MILER

RMB Ultra-trail® Drakensberg Miler continues the tradition of years past with a shuttle ride to the start at the Lesotho Border Post.

Runners will complete a shorter punchier loop along the escarpment that will have them crossing back into South Africa via Sani Pass before nightfall. This is great news for athletes and their support alike as all runners will be out of Lesotho before nightfall, logistically it’s easier for supporters along the course in the latter sections of the route.

The rest of the course reads like a highlights reel of the area, ticking off the 12 Apostles Traverse, Khanti Ridge and the addition of extra kilometres along the crown jewel of RMB UTD, the Giant’s Cup Trail, before looping through farmlands through the night to come home to the Race Village, Glencairn Farm.

THE RINGING OF THE BELLS

Each RMB UTD Miler finisher receives a printed cowbell for competing the 160-kilometre course. 

The bells are made in Mokhotlong each year by a local metal smith, the truest mark of their origin. 

Part of the prize-giving ceremony is The Ringing of the Bells, it’s a celebration of what’s been done and all that’s been achieved. It’s a massive undertaking and one that can only be fully understood once you’ve done it.

A valid passport is required to enter Lesotho. You will need an Entry and Exit stamp from both Border Posts on their way up the Sani Pass. This is to ensure that they can pass back through the Border Posts during their run.

Runners from some countries will also require a visa. This is a simple process and can be completed online at http://evisalesotho.com. RMB Ultra-trail® Drakensberg will supply the necessary letter of invitation where required.

PASSPORTS & VISAS

Shuttles are in 4X4 vehicles provided by Major Adventures.

 

Shuttles will depart the Race Village at 06h30 on Friday the 25th of April. Approximate drive time is 1.5 hours to the Lesotho Border Post at the top of the Sani Pass. 

START LINE SHUTTLE

  • Marked & Prepared Mountain Trail

  • Official Race Garment

  • Sweepers and Marshalls

  • 9 X Water Tables

  • Lesotho Sim Card, pre-loaded with airtime

  • Support by EKZNW Rangers

  • Medical Support

  • Finishers Medal

  • Awards Celebration on Sunday

  • R300 Donation to EKZNW

WHAT YOU RECEIVE

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