Rugged Sahyadri is the most difficult and exciting race that people are waiting for. Rugged Sahyadri is strategically segmented into 3 different distance bars for runners of different proficiency –10, 21, and 50 kms. The race will take place along the beautiful trails from Panhala to Pavankhind in Kolhapur on the 5th of August, 2018. Here are few things that you might want to know before registering for the Rugged Sahyadri Race.
Self-Supported Race
Rugged Sahyadri is a fully self-supported race. This means that there will be no volunteers along the trail to help you with anything. If you are thinking about registering for the race you must be ready to bring your own backpack filled with essentials for the day, like bottle(s) of water, glucose bars, glucose drinks, fruits, biscuits, rain jacket, First Aid kit, haversack, whistle, torch, extra pair of clothes. Beyond these if you need anything else, you can carry them too.
Shoes And Clothes
While there is no attire code, comfortable wear is what you would like to wear, and carry (extra pair). Get a comfortable pair of shoes for running along the trail. Just ensure you do not wear new shoes for the day. For any new pair of shoes, it takes some time for your feet to get adjusted. So, wearing an older pair, which you know are absolutely comfortable, will be the best thing to put on.
Terrains And Weather
The trail is a combination of craggy, rolling and steep terrain. If you are interested to go for this challenging race, be prepared to cross it all – muddy trails, mountains, forests, and village roads. You could also encounter few wildlife species as you tread forward. The weather of Western Ghats can be unpredictable, so expect it to be rainy, foggy and cold. You could always check the weather predictions a day before the race and gear up accordingly.
Follow GPS To Navigate Your Way To The Destination
For the Rugged Sahyadri Race you will have to navigate your way by following the GPS. There will be an app that you need to download on your phone and follow the route. Make sure you carry a portable charger for the day until you want to lose your way in the forest.
Fitness and adventure enthusiast are waiting for the Rugged Sahyadri Race. Akash Korgaonkar, the founder-director of Rugeddian Lifestyle Pvt. Ltd., the company who is arranging the event, says, “Registration has started and the number of people we have registered so far is awesome. Although, the registration will continue till the 1st of August, we might have to bring the date closer if the number of participants exceeds than we can accommodate.” If you have made up your mind to run the Rugged Sahyadri Race, you might want to register before they close registration.
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