Race Information
Saturday August 1st 2020
Closes midnight 22nd July
NEW FOR 2020 - team race: 2 x runners completing half the distance each, changing over at halfway checkpoint. Any age or gender - prize for winning team
The Round Reading Ultra Marathon (RRUM) takes place on Saturday 1st August 2020. taking in a fabulous multi terrain course that circumnavigates the town of Reading.
The 50km course will include a variety of terrain, including flat river and canal towpaths, undulating woodland trails, country lanes and paths through Reading's many urban green spaces.
With 5 x feed stations along the route, you don't need to worry about re-filling water bottles, etc. We'll even take your own nutrition out to the feed stations for you, if you prefer to use your own tried and tested food.
A perfect intro to ultra-running with a fully signed course and ample feed stations, an opportunity to challenge yourself to a great 50km run time, to run as part of a 2-man team, or simply to just enjoy a fantastic scenic run around Reading!
- Saturday 1st August 2020
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Wokingham Waterside Centre, Thames Valley Park, Reading, RG6 1PQ
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Race packs posted out to you - no registration
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Staggered start between 7-9am (see Information Pack for details)
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Chip-timed
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Team event option - 2 runners, running half distance each (£70 per team)
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5 x well-stocked feed stations
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Option to have your own nutrition delivered to feed stations (see Information Pack for details)
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Fully signed course, with GPS data available as back-up
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Fully supported event with back-up vehicle for transport back to the start/finish if needed
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Medical cover throughout
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Bespoke medal and headscarf
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Free downloadable race photos
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CLICK HERE to see 2019 race route: 50k single loop
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Race registered with ARC
For previous RRUM race reviews, see RACECHECK