Shawka Hump Race returns back in its second edition and welcomes athletes of all levels and abilities. It will take you through the beautiful wadis and climbs of Wadi Shawka, with a 4km fun run, a 10km course for beginners to trail and also for professionals to test their ability and timing over a short distance, a 21km half marathon and a challenging 42km marathon for the experienced runners.
All distances cover the terrain of jeep and technical trail, for a thrilling and challenging experience.
Sign up today and let’s get started! Amazing awards await.
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• By what time should I arrive at the event venue?

  One hour prior to your run timing.

• Where do I go for the event?

  Please see the Event Location map on this page.
  LOCATION/ DIRECTION:
  ❑ The race will take place in Wadi Shawka Ras Al Khaima. The race will start from the Heritage village and finish in the same location.
  ❑ Heritage Village Start/Finish GPS coordinates: 25.10329, 56.04137 https://maps.app.goo.gl/s9TSqmq5CCKei2k76
  ❑ Parking is available, and can be accessible by a saloon car.

• What are the start time(s) of the event?

  5:30 AM

• What are my options for parking?

  Parking is available near by

• Race Pack / Number collection details?

  Event Day Schedule:
  ❑ 42km runners will start at 5:30am.
  ❑ 21km runners will start at 6:00am.
  ❑ 10km runners will start at 6:30am.
  ❑ 4km fun run will start at 6:15am.
  ❑ Cut-off time of 4 hrs for 4km – 10km & 21km. Cut off time of 7hrs for the 42km Marathon.
  ❑ Race registration starts from 5:00am. Please arrive 30-40 min earlier to your start time to avoid the long queues
  ❑ Race briefing will be 10 min prior starting time for all distances

• Are there bag drop facilities?

  no

• Will there be support stations? If yes, how many, where, providing what support?

  CHECKPOINTS:
  ❑ Water, fruits and electrolytes will be provided during the race on the checkpoints. All runners must carry their own water and fuel for the race, water is not provided at the start line. Drinks will be pumped at all stations, not given in bottles or disposable cups.
  ❑ CP1 (for 10km distance at almost half way)
  ❑ CP2 (for 21km distance at almost half way)
  ❑ CP3 (for 42km distance at almost half way)
  ❑ CP4 (for 21km & 42km distance before the steep climb)
  ❑ CP5 (at the finish line for all runners)
  Toilets will be available at the Heritage Village (race venue)

• What estimated time will the event finish?

  12:30 pm

• Where can I find the results to the event?

  www.eenets.ae/live

• Refund policy:

  No refunds or registration cancellations will be accepted for this event.

• Gear Needed:

  MANDATORY GEAR: (For the 10km, 21km & 42km distances)
  ❑ Race Pack (To carry compulsory equipment/ All runners on those distances must carry minimum of 1,5 liter of water from the Start line). Runners on the 4k distance must carry minimum of 500ml water.
  ❑ Trail Running Shoes (It is mandatory to have a shoes with a grip. Trail shoes is recommended for the 4km runners)
  ❑ First Aid kit (4”x4” gauze pads, medical tape, triangular bandage, blister kit, pain killers etc.) It should also include any specific medication you require personally.
  ❑ Whistle (to signal for emergency)
  ❑ Head torch (for the 42km runners only)
  ❑ Mobile Phone (Fully charged with the race organizer’s numbers)
  ❑ Nutrition/ Fuel (Energy Gels, dates, trail mix etc. to fuel while running)
  
  RECOMMENDED GEAR:
  ❑ Sun Glasses
  ❑ Hat/ Sunscreen
  ❑ Survival Blanket

• What are the prizes for this event?

  TBA