The Pike

The Pike

The Pike is an inclusive, flexible 8 hour running event held at Rivington Pike in the UK. Participants aim to complete as many loops of a roughly 5 km mixed terrain circuit as they can within the time limit. The course combines trail and road sections with an ascent of the Pike on every loop, producing about 210 m / 688 ft of elevation per lap. The route passes the summit views and returns through Rivington Gardens and Brere's Meadow. The course is not closed, so walkers and dog walkers may be present.

Runners receive a finishing time and a medal regardless of how many laps they complete. Results list laps completed, total distance and elapsed time; any laps not finished before the 8 hour cut-off are not included. Entries are available for solo runners or as relay teams of up to four, with only one team member on course at a time and a separate team leaderboard.

Practical arrangements include a single aid station at the start/finish area, a bag drop accessible throughout the day, and portaloos. The aid station provides water for refill, snacks and electrolyte products from the event sponsor; participants are asked to bring their own bottles. Race bibs and timing ankle straps are collected at on-site registration on the morning of the event. Participants under 12 are not permitted; those aged 12 to 15 require a parent or guardian to arrange the place and attend the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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