Information
GRIM Start Time
10:30am.
How To Get There
Sat Nav
If using a sat nav, the address is Fleet Road, Aldershot, GU11 2HL
By Car
Leave the M3 at junction 4 and take the A331 Aldershot.
After approximately 5 miles, take the A323 Aldershot turnoff. Follow signs for Aldershot town centre A323.
Carry straight on until you get to the Naafi (Burger King) roundabout. Take the 3rd exit. Burger King restaurant is on your right.
At next roundabout turn right, A323 Fleet.
At large Wellington Roundabout, take the 3rd exit, Farnborough A325.
After a short distance turn left, A323 Fleet. Potters International Hotel is on the corner.
At next junction, turn left into Fleet Road, GRIM parking and course is half a mile on the left.
By Train
Exit Aldershot Station and walk straight on down Station Road (following signs for Information Centre) until you reach a set of lights. Turn right.
This road leads to the Naafi roundabout. Follow 'By Car' instructions from there.
Distance from train station is 2.5 miles. There is a taxi rank outside station. Please allow enough time for your journey. We suggest that you arrive at least an hour before the event.
Bike Numbers
Please come to the Information marquee at the start / finish area to pick up a number for your bike. This will be the same as your race number.
Helmets
MUST be worn on the bike.
Tyres
The terrain is rough and we had a good number of punctures last year. Please make sure your tyres are in good order and correctly inflated. Might we suggest using puncture resistant tyres for this event?
Punctures
There were a number of punctures last year and entrants managed to mainly fix their own bikes. You should carry a cycle repair kit with you
Parking
There are plenty of parking spaces available at the site. Please note that while we can park you right at the venue, there is only one entrance and exit so there might be a short queue while you exit the site.
Information
There will be an information marquee in the start / finish area.
Baggage
We cannot fully guarantee the security of your bag. Given that you will be able to drive right up to the start / finish area, we feel it is safer if you lock all kit and valuables in your vehicle.
Changing
Men and Women's changing marquee will be available. You should arrive in your running clothes but please bring another complete set of warm clothing with you. Do not go home in any wet clothing. Please note, there are no showers.
What to wear?
Clothing – Hopefully you'll have a good idea of what you're going to wear both for the run and on the bike. If a complete beginner, wear synthetic clothing both T-shirt or long sleeve shirt, and some running tights on your legs. The materials should ideally wick away sweat and dry quickly when wet. Remember, cotton is not good at this and is heavy when wet.
Footwear - Off-road running shoes would be ideal for the terrain but if not, normal road shoes.
Course
The land is used as an army vehicle testing area so expect it to get interesting. You will run on a mixed terrain and you'll get wet. The bike route will be 2 laps of a 10k loop that includes a rocky circuit, sand dune and sandy paths, a hill circuit, moguls and some water. Be prepared to get off your bike and carry it in sections – this is a GRIM Duathlon!
Timing and results
Our staff will time the event and results will be placed on the website by Sunday 18th October
First Aid
Medical support will be present on the course and at the finish. You should be relatively fit and have no known medical conditions. Please note - do not compete with a cold or flu. This can be extremely dangerous.
Toilets
Start and finish area.
Water
Water will be available in the transition area. Please bring and carry your own water / fluid for your bike leg
Prizes
Overall 1st, 2nd and 3rd.
All female team 1st, 2nd and 3rd
All male team 1st, 2nd and 3rd
Mixed team 1st, 2nd and 3rd
Team Prizes
Prizes will be forwarded on to the first three teams in each category: Women's only, men's only, mixed team.
Retail
Make sure you are correctly kitted out for the Grim Duathlon. Visit our retail partner www.foot-traffic.co.uk.
Don't forget!
Your Number
Helmet
A full change of clothing
To eat a healthy meal and to avoid alcohol the night before the event
To eat something light and drink plenty of water prior to the event
Your sense of humour!
Information
For more information, please contact info@grimchallenge.co.uk
