Saddleworth Res's
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About the race
Saddleworth Res's is a fell running event based at Saddleworth Cricket Club in Greenfield, Oldham. It offers several unmarked moorland routes that visit local reservoirs; each participant must navigate the route and visit every checkpoint in the correct order. Open Tracking devices will be used to monitor progress and support safety in winter conditions. Courses include: - 5 Res's: 26 km with 692 m ascent, circular, two checkpoints including an indoor venue. - 10 Res's: 43 km with 1379 m ascent, three checkpoints including an indoor location at Crowden. - 15 Res's: 62 km with 1981 m ascent, five checkpoints and a 12 hour time limit. Age limits apply per course: 5 Res's 17 years or older, 10 Res's 18 years or older, 15 Res's 20 years or older.
Entry fees are listed per course with a reduced fee for FRA LDWA TRA members and optional purchases such as an A3 map and technical T shirt. The event is unmarked across the moors and will require navigation skills and suitable clothing. Mandatory kit includes a waterproof body cover with taped seams and hood, hat and gloves, extra long sleeve layer, physical map and compass, whistle, simple first aid kit, and a plastic mug. Some items are not required on the 5 Res's route.
The entry fee includes venue facilities, pre event refreshments, live tracking and results, marshals, staffed support points with indoor options, medical and mountain rescue standby, and a post run meal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
