Namib Double Century

CYCLING EVENTS

DISTANCES & ENTRY FEES

Double Century (200km) Solo Open

N$400.00

Century (100km) – Solo Open

N$300.00

Half Century (50Km) – Solo Open

N$200.00

RUNNING EVENTS

DISTANCES & ENTRY FEES

21 Km Half Marathon

N$100.00

14 Km Run

N$100.00

7 Km Fun Run & Best Dressed

N$50.00

Schedule: MTB

Double Century 200Km:

03h30 :  Race Briefing – Double Century MTB Solos

04h00 :  Race start – Double Century MTB Solos

16H00 :  Cut-off for all

16H15:  Prize Giving

Century 100Km:

07H10 :  Race Briefing – Century MTB Solos & E-Bikes

07H30 :  Race start – Century MTB Solos & E-Bikes

16H00 :  Cut-off for all

16H15 :  Prize Giving

Half Century – 50Km

08H40 :  Race Briefing – Century MTB Solos & E-Bikes

09H00 :  Race start – Century MTB Solos & E-Bikes

16H00 :  Cut-off for all

16H15 :  Prize Giving

Schedule: RUNNING

21Km Half Marathon & 14Km Run

06H45:  Briefing

07H00 :  Start

7Km Fun Run

08H15:  Briefing

08H30 :  Start

16H15 :  Prize Giving

ROUTE INSTRUCTIONS AND RULES: MTB

Start at Windpomp 14 and head north towards Henties Bay, staying on the western side of the main road for 35 km until the Walle turnoff where you will reach Checkpoint 1 which serves as Water Point 1 offering water, energy drinks, and snacks for all riders.

Cyclists must cross the main road at Checkpoint 1 with caution, adhering to the marshals’ instructions. The rule of the road will always apply. After crossing to the eastern side, continue less than 1 km north, then turn northeast for 11 km until reaching the powerlines.

At the powerlines, turn east onto the jeep track, follow the powerlines for 9 km until you reach Checkpoint 2/Water point 2 at the pipeline road.

At Checkpoint 2, turn south and continue for approximately 30 km to reach Water Point 3. The pipeline road covers about 40 km from Water Point 2 to the turn towards Windpomp 14. At this turn, head west for 4 km directly back to Windpomp 14. Cyclists are to cross the main road with caution and always adhere to the marshal’s instructions. The rule of the road will apply at all times.

ROUTE INSTRUCTIONS AND RULES: RUNNING

The route for all runners will start and finish at Windpomp 14.

Head south on the main road towards Swakopmund. Stay on the western side of the road

Full details to follow

Please keep the following in mind:

As a reminder, we are guests in this park.

Please refrain from off-road driving, starting open fires, or littering.

The rules of the road must be followed at all times. Remember, we share the road with other users.  All vehicles should park on the left side of the road, beyond any checkpoints.

Avoid parking in traffic lanes and try to park at least 3 meters to the left of the main road if possible.  Supporter vehicles must not exceed 60 km/h when traveling near participants.

In case of any emergency, supporters or other cyclists should remain with the cyclist until medical assistance arrives.

All bicycles must start the race with functional headlight and back light.