The Border | Event in Jaisalmer | Townscript
The Border | Event in Jaisalmer | Townscript

The Border

Dec 26 - 27 '20 | 12:00 PM (IST)

Event Information

An ultrarunning race set in the Golden City of Jaisalmer and strating from the battlefield of Longewala, via Ramgarh and some remote desert villages. The route has almost all the likes of any famous 100 milers and 100 kms. The participants are exposed to the elements of nature, face to face while fighting their own mental demons as is the case with any ultra, philosophically speaking. Also, a great opportunity for the runners to bring home their Personal Best times in either the 100 mile or 100 kms category because the elevation gain is about 650 mtrs and 250 mtrs respectively; a pan flat course, almost.

The race route is close to the Indo-Pak border. It passes through the famous dunes, vast landscapes, open spaces, long stretches of roads passing through remote and small villages. Jaisalmer is a world heritage site that stands on a yellow-ish sandstone and is crowned by the ancient and uber-popular Jaisalmer Fort. The town lies in the heart of the famous Thar Desert.

Longewala is a border town in the Thar Desert in the western part of Jaisalmer district; 10kms from the Pakistan border. It is most notable as the location of the Battle of Longewala during the Indo-Pak War of 1971 (December 4-7). 120 jawans of the 23rd battalion, Punjab Regiment, held the post for the entire night until reinforced the next day (watch the movie Border). It was a victory for the Indian Army. We devote this race to the martyrs and the brave soldiers who confronted the Pakistani soldiers the entire night. Plus, this is a really good terrain for a 100 miler and 100 km race.

Why you should do it and where did this idea come from (if any)?

The route is barren-beautiful that catches the eyes and vaporizes the thoughts. There’s a lot to discover in this part of India that’s yet to be experienced and to learn about. We have done it before and we thought of providing an opportunity to the people to feel the way we felt. The second edition is going to be grandeur.

Note: Foreign nationals cannot participate in the 100 miler category due to the proximity to the Indo-Pak border area (permission issue).

Categories and cut-off time: 
160 km - 30 hrs
100 km - 18 hrs
50 km - 08 hrs

Start Time:
100Mile: 26th December 2020, 12:00 PM
100Km: 26th December 2020, 12:00 PM
50Km: 26th December 2020, 12:00 PM

Elevation gain: 600 meters (Yes it is 600 mtrs) via: Kuldhara, Poonam Nagar, Ramgarh

Feed Stations: Water, nuts, soft drinks, dates, Gatorade, glucose, bananas, boiled potatoes, tea-coffee, sandwiches, main meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner). Hydration points and volunteers support will be at every 10 km mark.

Inclusions: Race bib, Race t-shirt, Medal, Certificate, Hydration support, Refreshment and food during the race, Medical support, Transport in the race.

Exclusions: Any personal expenses

Cancellation Policy
Before 60 days or more – full refund
60-45 Days- 50% of the registration fee
44-30 Days – 25% of the registration fee
Less than 30 Days – No Refund

Contact Us:
+91-8744002299

Venue

Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer, Jaisalmer, Jaisalmer, India
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