Marsden Racers // Running and Cycling club in Huddersfield

Marsden Based Race Event

ALL NEW
KING OF THE HILL

We want to thank TEAM OA for creating and establishing such a great local event and we are absolutely delighted to take over this in 2020.

All Participants will start together! 6:30pm for the MTB and 7pm for the Runners. Also, new to 2020, the 5k route!

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Marsden Racers King of the hill

THE
EVENT

Online ENTRIES
OPEN SOON

2021 to be confirmed

EVENT START // FINISH

Wessenden Road
Marsden
HD7 6HQ

Registration from 6pm
MTB start at 6:30pm
Runners Start at 7pm
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Team OA have been the long terms organisers and founders of this event and have kindly offered the race to the Marsden Racers Club to grow this as part of our growth in the community initiative.  We thank them for this grand gesture and transfering the ownership of this brilliant event over to us!

Proceeds from the events will be going back into the growth of our club and what we can offer within the community.

NEW TO 2021 // RACE DETAILS

All participants will start together. MTB participants will start at 6:30pm and Runners will start at 7pm. The 10k KOTH route will see participants race to the top for the fastest time glory, however, whether you choose to race to the finish or enjoy the views with a more casual saunter, is up to you! For those short on either time, or wanting something a little tamer, the NEW 5K will see participants challenging themselves to the Checkpoint just beyond the farm.

Marshalls from the Marsden Racers will be at the Turn Around points and way points will be on route.  

Each participant will be given a numbered bib to wear that must be handed in on race completion to ensure all participants are back safely.

MTB riders will be asked that they do NOT come back down via Wessenden track for safety reasons. We have beautiful suggested routes for the way back so please contact us for more information.

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Dates are confirmed and to your left, so get them in the diary.

We invite all clubs, all individuals and all abilities

King of the Hill Course Route in Marsden
King of the Hill Course Route in Marsden
King of the Hill Course Route in Marsden
King of the Hill Course Route in Marsden
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King of the Hill Course Route in Marsden
King of the Hill Course Route in Marsden
King of the Hill Course Route in Marsden
King of the Hill Course Route in Marsden
King of the Hill Course Route in Marsden
King of the Hill Course Route in Marsden
King of the Hill Course Route in Marsden
King of the Hill Course Route in Marsden
King of the Hill Course Route in Marsden
King of the Hill Course Route in Marsden
King of the Hill Course Route in Marsden
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MTB
Race

run // timed // route marked

5k // 177ft total elevation

The MTB will start half an hour earlier than the runners event and head  to the top of Wessenden.  

Fastest one to the Top claims the title!

KING // QUEEN of the MTB
[ Race the 3.2 mile to the top ]

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The race will determine who gets to the top the quickest. To ensure safety of both MTB and Running participants, we will be enforcing a safe return route for MTB.

This will not be timed back to the start, nor will it be marshalled. You may leave your race bib with our Marshalls at the top should you wish to venture off and explore your the beautiful surroundings.

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SAFETY IS PARAMOUNT

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If you have any questions about this please contact us!

Prizes for this Race

King // Queen of the Mtb (per event)
Race Series King // Queen of the Mtb



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THE COURSES

10.3K Trail Race

run // timed // route marked

10.3k // 836ft total elevation

This classic version of King of the Hill will take you right to the top of Wessenden Head Track and back. How you race this is up to you.

Do you want to Claim the title for the top, the full course or both?

koth topography 10k route

KING // QUEEN of the HILL
[ Race the 3.2 mile to the top to claim the race title ]

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Racing to the top is what makes this race so good, a nice well trodden incline with sensational views. The fastest to the topin both Male and Female each race will win the title. Whether you chose to race back down or have a nice leisurely saunter, is up to you!

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COURSE CHAMP
[ Complete the course in the fastest time ]

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Each person entering the 10k will be given both their times for the top and their final finish time. So don’t worry if you aren’t good on the up hills, make it up in your descents!

Prizes for this Race

King // Queen of the Hill (per event)
King // Queen Course Champ (per event)
Race Series King // Queen of the Hill
Race Series King // Queen Course Champ

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5K Trail Race

run // timed // route marked

5k // 177ft total elevation

New to 2020, the 5k Version will be aimed at those wanting either a faster or less intense race.

Do you want to Claim the title for the top, the full course or both?

KING // QUEEN of the 5k
[ Race the 1.5 mile to the checkpoint ]

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Our 5k turnaround point is just past the farm where our checkpoint will be held with friendly Marshalls to guide you in and take your time!

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5k COURSE CHAMP
[ Complete the course in the fastest time ]

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Each person entering the 5k will be given both their times for the checkpoint and their final finish time. So don’t worry if you aren’t good on the up hills, make it up in your descents!

Prizes for this Race

King // Queen of the 5k (per event)
King // Queen 5k Course Champ (per event)
Race Series King // Queen of the 5k
Race Series King // Queen 5k Course Champ

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FAQ

Will the Routes be the same?

Yes, the route will still utilise Wessenden track as its race event. However, we may have a slightly different format to ensure safety and timing accuracy

What about previous results?

We have worked with Team OA to collate all previous race results so we will have these up on our site shortly. All records from previous attempts will remain.

Is it running or MTB race?

Both, we will still maintain both Running and Mtb.MTB will all be set off together and we will set runners off later. To avoid any collisions and to ensure safety, we will ask MTB riders to follow one of two tracks back down.

What kind of Race will it be?

Runners will be able to choose from a 5k option and 10k option. MTB will be 5k race to the top.

Where is this event?

The Event will start at the Foot of the Wessenden Track in Marsden. 

When is the First one?

The first event under Marsden Racers will be 8th April 2020. More details to follow and entry will open soon.