The Guzzler Ultra - Year 620th—21st July 2024

The Big Sipper

21km of hilly trails
The Big Sipper: Trail Half-marathon

21km

Sunday 21st July 2024

$155

STANDARD PRICE

Course Description

The Big Sipper is a great way to dip your toe (or half your leg) into The Guzzler course. Runners will 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!


  • The Big Sipper Trail Half Marathon
  • The Big Sipper Trail Half Marathon
  • The Big Sipper Trail Half Marathon
  • The Big Sipper Trail Half Marathon
  • The Big Sipper Trail Half Marathon
  • The Big Sipper Trail Half Marathon
  • The Big Sipper Trail Half Marathon
  • The Big Sipper Trail Half Marathon

ENTRY INCLUDES

  • Bright and funky technical training tee†

  • Vibrant finish event precinct

  • Challenging courses, exploring Brisbane’s beautiful reservoirs

  • Epic finisher medal and optional finishers’ prize*

  • Comprehensive, environmentally-friendly, course marking

  • Professional event timing with live feed for spectators and crew

  • Amazing volunteer support at each fully stocked checkpoint

  • Emergency medical support on-course

  • Gear deals from The Trail Co.

  • Bus transfer to start line

  • Comprehensive participant guide


  • *Finisher’s Prize can be added on after entry

  • † Event training T-shirts are available in limited numbers and sizes while stock lasts.
    Enter by 5 May to guarantee your preferred shirt.


The Big Sipper Stats

Distance
21km
Elevation
740M+
Duration
1:40-4hrs
The Big Sipper Course Profile

Event Precinct

The Big Sipper Event Precinct

21km Training Plans

Get to the start line with confidence with our free 16-week trail half-marathon training plans. Whether you’re training for your first 21km or are an experienced trail runner, our free training programs are here to help prepare you for The Big Sipper, 21km.

21KM TRAIL RACE TRAINING PLAN

16wks / 4 days a week

Experienced 21KM TRAIL RACE TRAINING PLAN

16wks / 4-5 days a week

21km Training  Plan

Course Timing

The Big Sipper starts at 6:30am Sunday Sunday 21st July 2024.

You’ll have up to 4hrs to complete the course.


Checkpoints

LocationDistanceCut-OffRunner's Food*Crew & Spectators
Start6:30am Not Permitted
South Boundary Rd, Mt Coot-tha turn-off12kmNA Water, FIXX, fruit, chips, lollies, Coke Not Permitted
Gap Creek Rd Crossing15kmWater tap only
Finish10:30am Water, FIXX, fruit, chips, lollies, Coke, 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

Capacity to carry 500mL water

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:

Salomon Soft Flasks | Salomon Reservoir

Race Bib

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.

Recommended: Race Number Belt

Mobile Phone
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.
Recommended:
aLOKSAK waterproof phone case
Compression Bandage
Compression bandages will be useful in the event of a snake bite or sprain, if applied correctly. It is advisable that you learn how to use a compression bandage, and other basic first aid, before beginning the event.

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 Bandage
Soft Cup

All 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.

Recommended Soft Cups

Sunscreen

Always recommended. Sunburn is nobody’s idea of a good time!

Cap / SunSafe Hat

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.

UTMB Qualifier 20k

We’re also registered as a UTMB World Series Qualifier for 2024


Rules & Docs

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
2024 Participant Guide
2024 Spectator & Crew Guide
Runner's Guide 2023
Spectator's Guide
Big Sipper Trail Race

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