McDermotts Coachlines 10km  

Entry 
Entries for the 2012 Ascot Park Hotel Southland Festival of Running open on Monday 11th June 2012.  
Online entries for the 2012 event close at 5.00pm on Wednesday 7th November 2012.
Manual entries for the 2012 event close at 1.00pm on Saturday 10th November 2012.

Entry Fees 
Regular Entry Fee (Monday 11th June - Wednesday 31st October): $20.00
Late Entry Fee (Thursday 1st November - Saturday 10th November): $30.00

Communication 
Pre-event information will be corresponded via your registration email address and the Southland Festival of Running website. Please check these regularly to ensure you don't miss out on any vital information. 

Race Packs 
Race packs will be available for collection from Sport Southland, SBS Sports House, Stadium Southland, Isabella Street on Friday 9th November 8.30am - 6.00pm; and Saturday 10th November 10.00am - 1.00pm and 3.00pm - 5.00pm.
Any uncollected race packs will be available for collection at the start of the McDermotts Coachlines 10km at the Whitehouse Hotel, Lorneville. 

Race Categories 
Your category is determined by your age on race day. 
The Open category is any age up to 40 on race day. 
The Masters category is 40 and above on race day. 

Refund Policy 
Withdrawals up until and including 31st October 2012 will receive a refund less $20.00 administration fee. 
Withdrawals from 1st November 2012 will receive no refund. 

Preparation 
Click Here for Training Advice

Competitor Transport 
Your McDermotts Coachlines 10km event entry fee includes a bus transport service to the start line at the Whitehouse Hotel, Lorneville should you opt for this. We do require you to indicate if you require transport when you enter the event so we can book the buses accordingly. 
Departure for the McDermotts Coachlines 10km event is from the Stadium Southland car park at 9.10am. 

Start 
Getting to the start line 
The Whitehouse Hotel, Lorneville is 10km from Invercargill and is the start of the McDermotts Coachlines 10km event. 
Click here to download a map of the parking and start area at the Whitehouse Hotel, Lorneville. 
Driving to the Whitehouse Hotel, Lorneville will take approximately 10 minutes from Invercargill. 
Upon arrival at the Whitehouse Hotel, Lorneville, please follow the directions of marshals, as to where to park and/or drop off competitors, as parking space is limited. 

Registration 
Registration will take place at Sport Southland, SBS Sports House, Stadium Southland, Isabella Street on Friday 9th November 8.30am - 6.00pm; and Saturday 10th November 10.00am - 1.00pm and 3.00pm - 5.00pm.
A further pre-start check will be held at the Whiteouse Hotel, Lorneville prior to the start - also where uncollected race packs will be available. 

Entrant List 
Click here to view the entrants for the 10km event. 

Race Numbers 
Race numbers are allocated to competitors upon the closing of entries. Your race number will be in your race pack that you collect at Registration. The race number must be attached to your front for the entire event. Attach your race number to your front in the centre of your top using the 4 safety pins provided. 

Race Briefing 
A compulsory race briefing will be held at the start line of the 10km event. The briefing contains important safety information that you need to know to complete the course. 

Timing / Transponders 
Timing is completed using an electronic timing system. Sport Southland provides this service for the event. 
All competitors will receive a transponder which will be in your race pack that you collect at registration on the day of the event. The transponder is a type of velcro 'bracelet' that you strap around your ankle and wear for the entire race. If the transponder is not on your ankle you may not receive an official time. They contain small electronic chips in them that record your time as you cross the timing mats. 
Once you have crossed the finish line, please return your transponder to one of the marshals. If you do not finish the event, please return your transponder to one of the marshals at the finish line. 
If your transponder is not returned, you will incur a $50.00 replacement fee. 

Course 
Course Overview 
The McDermotts Coachlines 10km event starts at the Whitehouse Hotel, Lorneville. 
The course follows North Road to Bainfield Road 
Bainfield Road to Queens Drive 
Queens Drive to Yarrow Street 
Finishing at Surrey Park/Stadium Southland. 
Competitors still on the course after 1.15pm may be withdrawn to release traffic management and marshals. 

Course maps 
Click here to download a map of the course and an elevation profile of the course

What's provided on the Course 
Drop bags: you can leave your gear bags on the bus prior to the start of your event. These will be available for collection from the Invercargill Athletics Clubrooms at Surrey Park Athletics Track. 
Aid stations: at each drink station, water, Powerade and sponges will be available at approximately 5km intervals.

Station No
1 0km to go Finish Area
2 2km to go Centre For Blind
3 5.6km to go Waikiwi RFC on Bainfield Rd
4 10.3km to go Whitehouse rail overbridge [10k start]

Toilets: toilets / portaloos will be available along the course at varying intervals. 
4.5km to go Thomsons Bush 
10.3km to go Whitehouse rail overbridge [10k start] 

Course Safety 
Safety is paramount. The long-term viability of the Event hinges on a good safety record. Organisers have taken all possible steps to ensure safety of competitors and the public but we need your help! 
All entrants must abide by the following rules: 
The race number must be worn on the front and must not have any part removed or disfigured. 
There are no road closures and entrants must obey all road safety rules. 
Entrants must follow instructions from marshals at all times. 
All entrants must attend the race briefing held at 8.15am at the start line of the 10km event. 
Runners must not be paced or accompanied by cyclists, vehicles or un-entered runners. Support vehicles must park only in designated areas, well off the road and clear of competitors. 
Due to safety reasons, competitors/participants are prohibited from using i-pods and MP3 style devices during the event. 

Potential Hazards 
Oncoming Vehicles: As there are no road closures on the course normal road rules apply throughout the duration of the event. Emergency vehicles and race officials will be constantly moving around the main bunches so keep any eye out for oncoming vehicles at any time.

Nutrition and Dehydration: You are responsible for your own fuel. There will be numerous aid stations along the course, but make sure you stay hydrated and keep nutrition levels up throughout the course. 

Finish 
Parking 
We recommend supporters and spectators park in the Stadium Southland carpark. 

Finishing the Race 
All runners/walkers will finish on the Surrey Park track through the finishing chute, across the finish line timing mats and into the finisher's arena. 
Once you enter the finisher's arena, a competitor only area, there will be volunteers available to assist you in taking off your transponder. All transponders must be returned at the finish line otherwise you will incur a $50.00 replacement fee. 
Everyone who completes the 10km event will be rewarded with a Powerade beverage. 

Prizegiving 
Prizegiving will be held at the Ascot Park Hotel . 
Doors will open and refreshments will be served from 12.00pm. 
Prizegiving will start at 2.00pm. 

Prizes & Trophies 
Prize money will be awarded to the first three place getters in the Open Categories. 
All runners/walkers are eligible for spot prizes but they must be in attendance at the prizegiving. 

Supporters
Supporters are more than welcome at both the Whitehouse Hotel, Lorneville start line and at the finish at Surrey Park in Invercargill. Only competitors, marshals, official event support vehicles and emergency vehicles are allowed within the runners on the course. 

Local Information 
For further information about Invercargill, the finishing location, click here. 

Recommended Routes to the Start 
CLICK HERE to download a route map of the drive to the Whitehouse Hotel, Lorneville from Invercargill. 

Terms and Conditions of Entry 
CLICK HERE to download the terms and conditions of entry