Course Description
The Big Sipper is a great way to dip your toe (or half your leg) into The Guzzler course. Runners will be bussed to the start line, ready to run yourselves home, via Enoggera Reservoir. After a run past this beautiful body of water, you’ll turn your feet towards Mt Coot-tha where our finish line party awaits.
Starting on Sunday morning, our Big Sippers will also get to run the second part of the course with some of our final 100km so give them a huge cheer and massive kudos as you do. And for the slightly mad among you, a Sunday start time means there’s the very real possibility of tackling both the 50km and 21km on the same weekend (just sayin’…)!
The Big Sipper: it will be fun but it ain’t no fun run!
Event Precinct
21km Training Plans
21KM TRAIL RACE TRAINING PLAN
Experienced 21KM TRAIL RACE TRAINING PLAN
Course Timing
The Big Sipper starts at 6:30am on Sunday, 19 July 2026.
You’ll have up to 4hrs to complete the course.
Checkpoints
| Location | Distance | Cut-Off | Runner's Food* | Crew & Spectators |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Start | 6:30am | Not Permitted | ||
| South Boundary Rd | 12km | NA | Water, FIXX, fruit, chips, lollies. | Not Permitted |
| Gap Creek Rd Crossing | 15km | Water tap only | ||
| Finish | 10:30am | Water, FIXX, fruit, chips, lollies, cola, bakery goods. | Crew & Spectators |
There is one intermediate checkpoint for The Big Sipper at 12km, after your loop of Enoggera reservoir, before entering Mt. Coot-tha. This checkpoint will be fully stocked with food, big cheers and high fives, a toilet and first aid.
Toilets will also be available at the start and finish.
Mandatory Gear
This may be in the form of a reservoir, soft flasks, bottles or any combination of these.
You don’t need to have 500mL of water in there at all times (after all – you should be drinking it!) but do need to be able to carry that much to ensure you can safely complete the distance between each checkpoint.
Recommended Flasks and Reservoirs
Recommended:
Will be supplied at registration. Bibs must be visible on your front at all times for the timing chip to work and for your safety.
Bibs will include your timing chip, your name (for early entries), and a unique number.
Every runner must carry a working mobile phone. Please ensure it is fully charged before starting the Event and that emergency and event phone numbers are saved and easily accessible.
For international guests, you may need to purchase an Australian SIM to use during the event or may be able to access an Australian network using roaming.
In case we need to contact you while you are out on course, please log back in to the registration platform prior to race day and ensure the number of the phone you intend to carry is up to date in the Event Contact Details section.
As a minimum, the compression bandage must a heavy-weight, crepe bandage that is 7.5cm wide x 2.3m long (when unstretched).
Recommended:
Conforming Heavyweight Crepe BandageAll checkpoints are cup-free so if you’d like to have some soft drink, you may want to bring a cup along instead of using your water flasks.
Always recommended. Sunburn is nobody’s idea of a good time!
Slip, slop, slap!
GPS Track Data & Maps
Our interactive courses are best viewed in full screen. Click the following links to open the course in a new window.
While training, and as an emergency backup on race day, we recommend you download and use the free maps.me mobile application. This will allow you to see, in real time, your location in relation to the course you’re following.
To follow the 21km course, after installing maps.me on your mobile phone please download this .kml file and select “open with” Maps.me application.
If using a different application or gps watch you may also need to download the 21km .gpx file instead.
We’re also registered as a UTMB World Series Qualifier for 2026
You can download copies of all of the important documents below. Your registration for any of the events will be taken as understanding and acceptance of the terms and conditions in each of the documents.
The minimum age for The Big Sipper is 16 and for entrants under 18 years of age, a parent or guardian must read and accept the terms on your behalf.
Conditions of Entry
Code of Conduct
Release Waiver
2026 Participant Guide
2026 Spectator & Crew Guide
