A trail running race at Hassans Walls Reserve has been on the minds of runners over the years as they've explored the ridge above Lithgow. With the help of Paul Ledger, Paul Vanstone, Lithgow Council, Lithgow Pony Club, private property owners and many more supporters, Blue Mountains Fitness is proud to announce the Lithgow Ridgy-Didge Trail Festival!
There are six options to choose from:
| Category |
Age Bracket |
Amount |
| Marathon |
Over 18 |
$130.00 |
| Half Marathon |
Under
18 |
$90.00 |
| Half
Marathon |
Over 18 |
$80.00 |
| 30km |
Over
18 |
$110.00 |
| 13km |
Under 18 |
$50.00 |
| 13km |
Over
18 |
$60.00 |
| 7km |
Under 18 |
$30.00 |
| 7km |
Over
18 |
$40.00 |
| Kids 1km Race |
Under 18 |
Free |
The Marathon takes in thirteen ridges with varying elevation gain/loss, accumulating over 2000 metres on dirt roads, 4WD trails, walking trails and mountain bike single tracks. The other distances will be shorter and have less elevation gain/loss. You’ll run pass many lookouts that give spectacular views of the Lithgow, Hartley, Megalong and Kanimbla Valleys.
Tailwind Nutrition Australia is the supplier of the on-course race fuel and Tailwind Rebuild Recovery Area. There will be free massage in th erecovery area.
T8, BMF and Summit Gear Katoomba will also be at the event and provide sponsor prizes. Summit Gear Katoomba and Blue Mountains Fitness will also have their ranges of trail run gear at the Event Hub.
Schedule of events:
Friday, August 19th
- Afternoon check in/registration for all races at Lithgow Workies Club, Tank Street, Lithgow.
Saturday, August 20th - start times:
- 06:00-11:00 am:check in/registration for all races at The Pony Club
- 7:00 am: Marathon (18 and over)
- 8:00 am: 30km (18 and over)
- 9:00 am: 22km (16 and over)
- 10:00 am: 13km (12 and over)
- 11:00 am: 7km (12 and over – under 12s can run if accompanied by an adult)
- 1.30 pm: Free kids race (under 12s)
- 2:30 pm: Presentations
Cut-off for all events is 5:00 pm
Prizes
There will be Overall Male and Female Winner trophies in the Marathon, 30km, 22km, 13km and 7km.
Sponsor prizes will be available for 1st in Age Groups.
Catering
There will be catering at the event hub with food and coffee available. The Pony Club will be providing plenty of catrering choices. There will be a Coffee Cart at the event.
Accommodation
We will advertise local accommodation options on the Blue Mountains Fitness website and Facebook Page and via emails to Registered Runners. A good place to start searching for accommodation is the Lithgow Visitor Centre - https://tourism.lithgow.com/
Camping will be available on site at The Pony Club. Drive in Sites will be non powered and sized to fit a miaximum of 5 people and 2 vehicles. There will also be suitable sites for Caravans and Camper Trailers. Camping Bookings will be an Optional Extra in the Registration process. Cost will be $30 per site per night. Late check out Saturday (3pm) or Sunday (3pm) is available.
Merchandise
Merchandise will be available as an optional extra to your registration or purchase on the day at the Event Hub. We will have buffs, hoodies, performance run T shirts and caps.
Mandatory Gear
All Events - Raincoat, Long Sleeve Thermal, Buff or Beanie or Cap, Gloves, 500ml fluid capacity, Whistle, Mobile Phone, Survival Blanket, Snake Bandage.
We may make the call on the shorter events (7km and 13km) to drop the requirement of the raincoat and thermal on the day. We will not drop the Mandatory Gear requirements for the Marathon, 30km or Half Marathon.
Aid Stations
There will be three major Aid Stations on course, two of these you will visit twice. Tailwind Endurance Fuel, Water, Lollies, Chips will be available. Drop Bags will also be available for Marathon and 30km runners - We will transport the bags out on the course for you. More details soon.
Transfers, Cancellations, Event Changes
Transfers, cancellations and event distance changes are covered in the waiver details. The transfer fee to another person is $25 and can be done on the day but preferably done in advance. Details on how to do this will be available on the website soon.
To change events, you can swap to an event of a lesser distance for a fee of $25 either payable in advance via a transfer email/process or with a paper form and payable on day. To transfer to a greater distance event the fee is the difference between the race fees. More details on these processes will be available on the website soon. See full Terms and Conditions on website.
Last date for cancellation refunds of 50% is 4 weeks out from the event, 22 July 2022.
If you have any problems with the registration process, please email info@bluemountainsfitness.com.au or call 0402925608 and we'll do our best to get you through it.