Australian Alpine 100 Mile Ultra Marathon (AAUM 100)

Saturday 22 – Sunday 23 April 2006

(Updated 22 January 2006)

The inaugural 100mile (160Km) Australian Alpine Ultra Marathon is set to be run over 22 / 23 April in the Bogong Alpine Area.

 

Taking in over 5,500 metres of climb and 5,500 metres of descent, this run is set to become the classic 100 miler in Australia and will test runners to the limit. The run is set in the spectacular high country of north eastern Victoria and takes in Mt Feathertop, Mt Hotham, The Fainters, Bogong Village, Spione Kopje, Mt Nelse and Mt Bogong itself – some of the best high country in Australia, and some of the hardest.

 

The inaugural 2006 run will be a “Fat Ass” with no support. The aim will be to set time limits, verify distances and heights. If you’re looking for something different, if you want a fantastic run, great scenery, unpredictable weather and to push yourself to the limits, the AAUM 100 is for you.

 

The AAUM 100 is a self supported run, it is not a race. Runners are responsible for their own safety and assume full liability for their participation. Participants must offer assistance to other runners in distress and give way to walkers.

 

This is an arduous course with 5 major climbs that take a cumulative toll. The run takes place in an exposed Alpine environment that can be subject to sudden and severe changes in weather. Rain, fog, high winds, sleet and snow as well as hot sunny days can occur during April. This is not a run to be taken lightly - people have died walking and skiing the course that the run will follow. Hypothermia is a serious risk, runners must be prepared for any weather conditions.

 

The AAUM 100 should only be attempted by experienced trail runners with good navigation experience. As a minimum, runners attempting the course must have successfully completed at least one 50 km organised trail run in the previous 6 months.

 

Support: Nil. This a self supported run. Water is available at from creeks and a spring. Be prepared to treat water. Runners will be responsible for recording their own times.

 

Mandatory Safety Equipment:

All runners must carry with them as a minimum the following safety equipment:-

·       Waterproof and windproof jacket with hood and waterproof pants

·       Spare long sleeved polypropylene top and long johns

·       Beanie / hat, gloves

·       Waterproof map of the area, whistle, compass and know how to use them

(recommended map is VICMAP Bogong Alpine Area 1:50,000 )

·       First Aid kit

·       Gortex bivi bag or lightweight tent

·       Sleeping bag

·       EPIRB and / or Mobile phone

·       Head torch, spare bulb and batteries

·       Food - for the run and emergency food if lost

All runners MUST be prepared to camp out overnight if lost or caught in inclement weather

 

NB. Runners MUST have sufficient experience/equipment to allow them to a) find an alternate route back to the start or a road or b) wait out the night & complete the run the following day.

 

 

 

Medical Evacuation

Given the nature of the terrain and the distance from the closest hospital participants are encouraged to join Air Ambulance Victoria - any medical evacuations are at participants cost  (www.ambulance-vic.com.au  Phone 03 9379 9155)

 

Assumption of risk

This event is not covered by any insurance. All participants undertake it at their own risk

In 2006 there are no entry fees.

 

Pre run Accomodation - Harrietville campground

 

Pre run Briefing

A pre run briefing will be conducted at the Harrietville campground at 1900 on Friday 21 April.

 

Track Etiquette:

The Bogong Area is a major recreational area, runners are asked to show consideration to walkers .

 

Travel/Camping Arrangements:

Travel to Harrietville is by car, runners should arrive on the Friday  late afternoon. Driving time from Melbourne is approximately 4.0hours.

 

Volunteers

Support from volunteers would be of great assistance in providing food resupply.

 

Course Details

The run start has been scheduled for Saturday 22 April commencing at 0400.

Australian Alpine 100mile Ultra Marathon - Course Profile / Distance

Section

Altitude Change

Distance

Comments

 

 

Net

(KM)

Water

 

Harrietville - Bungalow Spur - Mt Feathertop

+1200m

13

Soak

 

Mt Feathertop - Diamintina Spur - Westons Hut

-300m

10

 West Kiewa River

 

Westons Hut - Fainter F/T - Bogong Village

-1000m

23

Yes

 

Bogong Village - Spione Kopje F/t - Warby Corner

+1240m

12

Yes

 

Warby Corner - Timms Spur - Big River

-660m

9

Big River

 

Big River - Quartz Ridge - Mt Bogong

+786m

7

No Water

 

Mt Bogong - T Spur - Duane Ck

-1000

10

Cleve Cole Hut

 

Duane Ck - Duane Spur - Warby Corner

+840m

6

Duane Ck

 

Warby Corner - Mt Nelse - Langfords Gap 

-280m

8

Aquaduct

 

Langfords Gap - Cope Hut - Pole 333

+200m

21

Aquaduct

 

Pole 333 - Cobungra River - Dibbins Hut

-460m

6

Cobungra River

 

Dibbins Hut - Swindlers Spur - Mt Loch C/P

+480

10

Derrick Hut

 

Mt Loch C/P - Bon Accord Spur - Harrietville

-1300m

16

East Ovens River

 

 

 

151+

 

 

Over 5500m of ascent and 5500m of descent  over 100 miles ( 165km)

 

 

 

Additional distance is gained through climbs and descents not shown above

 

 

 

For further information or to register for the AAUM 100 - contact:

Paul Ashton ph: 03 9885 8415 (h) / 0418 136 070 (m)

email: paul.ashton56@bigpond.com


 

Australian Alpine 100 Mile Ultra Marathon (AAUM 100) -  22/23 April 2006

Waiver/Registration Form

 

I, the undersigned, affirm that I participate in this run at my own risk, that there will be no support available except where provided by myself, no route markings, no marshals, and no medical personnel in attendance and I cannot hold my fellow runners, those who advertise the run or anyone else involved in the run or anyone else, responsible for any accident, injury or death sustained by anyone, anywhere or any property lost, stolen or damaged.

 

I know that the run may traverse extremely rough and rugged bushland, that is inhabited by the standard Australian wildlife ie snakes, and accept I could get hurt, lost, dehydrated, injured or could even die. I understand that I will be running in an area subject to severe and rapid changes in weather including, high winds, rain and blizzards. I fully accept this on my own behalf.

 

I understand that even if I am an extremely experienced athlete, I may still not be fit enough to complete the course in daylight and I have the necessary safety equipment for me to complete the run at night. I believe that I am fit enough to start and complete this run, or else have the capabilities to get back to civilisation or my support crew and that I am responsible for myself and the cost of any search and / or rescue if I become lost or suffer any medical problem.

 

In particular I guarantee that I will not bring any legal action in regard to this run.

 

I confirm that I have had time to fully read and understand this waiver even if it does limit my legal rights, and that I have not been pressured to sign this. I do so of my own free will, in a sane mind.

 

AAUM 100 22/23 April 2006

 

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Previous Ultra experience in the last 6 months (for runners attempting 50 km only)

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