FAQ
When do I get my event tee?
It will be waiting for you at the finish line as a reward for making it! Plus what's not to love about having a brand new, spanking fresh t-shirt to pop on post event!! Can I change my t-shirt size if it doesn't fit me? Unfortunately no. Where does it start and finish? Both the 16 and 25km trek start in Picnic Bay and finish at Arcadia Village Hotel- see the course maps for more info. Will there be checkpoints and water stops along the way? There will be water and checkpoints approximately every 6km along the trek. There is also a water tap on The Forts walk for the 25km trekkers. What is the cut off times for the 25km trek? You must have walked downThe Forts and be returned to The Forts carpark by 11:30am Are there toilets on course? There are toilets at Picnic Bay, Nelly Bay near the corner of Sooning st and Mandalay ave, at Alma Bay, The Forts and at Florence Bay. Is there a bag drop? Yes. There will be a truck at Picnic Bay for you to load your bags into. We will have bag tags for you to pop your name on. We will then take your bags from Picnic Bay to Arcadia Village Hotel for you. All you need carry is what you will need for the trek. There are shower facilities at Alma Bay. |
What fitness level do I need to have?
The 16km trek has a combination of flat walking, trails, rocky stairs and hills. You will need to be able to tackle stairs, both climbing and descending. A general level of fitness is required and a sense of adventure. The 25km trek is to be completed within the 7 hour cut off so you will need to be moving at a steady 3-4 km per hour. We expect most people to complete the 25km trek within 3.5 hours if running and between 5.5 - 6 hours if walking. Therefore you need to be fit enough to be on your feet for 5-6 hours if you are going to walk it. Can the kids do the 25km? No, children are encouraged to do the 16km trek and must be accompanied by an adult at all times. What shoes should I wear? As the trek has a mixture of trails, roads and beach we suggest using a trail running shoe. Our partners The Athletes Foot have a great range to choose from. What about electrolytes? Hydralyte eletrolytes will be available at water stations. Rubbish? Leave no trace - take all rubbish with you. Will there be sweepers? Sweepers will be deployed with the aim of ensuring there's no one left on the course, or unaccounted for. If you leave the trail at any time, please leave your pack in the middle of the trail so the sweeper doesn't go pass you!! What's the weather that time of year on Magnetic Island? September can be hot and humid, with an average 31 degrees max day temperature, and an overnight low of 22 degrees. It can also be wet! Are there snakes on the island? Although rarely seen, there are snakes on the Island so all trekkers will need to carry compression bandages - just in case! Any other questions? Contact us and we are more than happy to help out |