
No, the whole course will not be accessable before the event.
The Tough Bloke Challenge is accessible to all runners with the correct preparation. If you haven't been for a run recently, now's the time to get training. If you are uncomfortable with any obstacle, you can skip it, but there will be a 10 minute time penalty for every obstacle missed.
The course will be marked with brightly coloured markers for easy guidance. Marshalls will also be positioned at critical points along the course for extra guidance when it is needed. The trail outline and markings will be discussed at the briefing prior to the commencement of the event.
Just yourself! Wear some old clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. A good suggestion is to buy some clothes from the Salvation Army which you won't mind throwing away at the end of the event (please make sure you take all your rubbish and old clothes with you when you leave). Closed shoes must be worn, so get out those old runners that you don't mind getting dirty. There will be water available along the course.
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There is no general team category for the Tough Bloke Challenge, you will be able to start at the same time as your mates.
No, you do not need a support crew for this event. The nature of the race will require you to be self-sufficient out on the course, but you are more than welcome to have supporters cheer you on.
Yes, we would encourge you to bring your family and friends along to watch you take on the Tough Bloke Challenge. There will be a jumping castle for the kids to play on and plenty of activities to see. If you have water pistols or old sponges, get your family to bring them along, they can spray you with water on some of the activities.
Top participants should finish the Tough Bloke Challenge in under an hour depending on conditions.
There are prizes for category winners and for best fancy dress (male and female). For further details, click here.
You may make your own arrangements for camping or dorm style accommodation at the event centre for the Friday night. You can contact the venue directly to book accommodation. For more accommodation options, click here.
The event will start at 09:00hrs followed by wave starts at 1 minute intervals. There will be 4 people per start wave. When you enter you can pick the next available time slot (hourly) to start in. When you register on the day you will be allocated a 5 minute starting slot. Start times will be on a first come first serve basis.
While out on the course you may experience some hold ups on certain obstacles. If this happens to you, please be patient and follow the directions of the marshals. It is also a good chance to take a break and catch your breath.
Registration for the event will be open from 8am on challenge day. All participants must register to receive their race number, transponders for timing.
If you live in the Sydney metro area you can drive up on the morning of the challenge but you will have to allow at least 70mins to get to the event centre.
If you live in the Melbourne metro area you can drive up on the morning of the challenge but you will have to allow at least 40mins to get to the event centre.
Entry cancellations can be made up to two weeks before the event date when a refund (less $20 administration fee) will be made. Refunds will not be given after this date. Please send requests for refund in writing to todd@maxadventure.com.au. If the event has to be cancelled due to weather conditions, natural disaster, acts of god, terrorism, war or any other reason so deemed by the organisers, the event will be rescheduled where possible and no refunds will be issued. All withdrawals must be confirmed in writing before a refund will be issued.