2008 is an "UP" run starting at sea level in the centre of the harbour city of Durban, and finishes in Pietermaritzburg. The distance is approximately 89kms and this will be confirmed in the final race instructions.
We are delighted to be able to offer you the following five (5) night Marathon and Accommodation package and we look forward to assisting you with your airfares.
Additional travel requirements such as stopover packages, additional accommodation, car hire, train tickets and tours can also be booked though Travelling Fit.
In order to secure your package to the Comrades Marathon a non-refundable deposit of AU$350 per person is required IMMEDIATELY.
Please note:
All packages below are to be used as a guide only.
All rates are quotes in Australian dollars and are on a per person basis.
Packages are based upon current exchange rates and may fluctuate accordingly.
Travelling Fit is pleased to be able to offer you the Southern Sun North Beach Hotel, a 4 star property conveniently located within walking distance to the race start and across from the Beach.
comrades Marathon Packages - (12-16 June inclusive):
| Southern Sun North Beach Hotel |
 |
AU $990 |
AU $95 |
AU $1,359 |
AU $180 |
| Guaranteed Race Entry to the 2008 Comrades Marathon |
| 5 nights twin share accommodation at the 4* Southern Sun North Beach Hotel |
| Breakfast daily |
| Bus transfer from Pietermaritzburg Oval back to Durban (runners only) |
| 2 drink vouchers to be used at the Travelling Fit "meet and greet other runners" function in Durban (date and venue to be advised) |
| A Travelling Fit coolmax running top for runners (valued at $59) |
| Representative from Travelling Fit on location |
| 14% VAT and 1% Tourism Levy |
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| Big Game - Kruger National Park (the BIG five) |
| Zimbabwe - Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park and Chizarira National Park. |
| Historical Sites: Zulu and Boer battle fields - 3 hours from Durban |
| Wine Route - the Western Cape |
| and much, much more... |
Please note that an AU$55 Per Person surcharge will apply on all packages to
1) Australian Residents who do not purchase airfares through Travelling Fit.
2) All Non-Australian residents
The entry fee for the Comrades Marathon is AU$170, which is non-refundable. Entries for this event close on 5 May 2008 and all competitors must be 20 years of age on the day of the race.
NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED.
The entry fee includes: special runner's package; viewing of the route by coach; a visit to the Comrades Marathon House and Museum; entry to the foreign competitors area at the Comrades Experience as well as race brochure and map. You will receive a postcard, email or fax from the Comrades Marathon Association confirming receipt of your entry and indicating your race number and start batch.
It is your personal responsibility to check this card to confirm that your details have been accurately captured. You must produce this card together with your chip in order to collect your race number.
All entrants must qualify by completing an officially recognised race according to the following table during the period 13 June 2007 to 5 May 2008 (as per the table below). A copy of the results must be shown as proof.
| 42.2 km |
sub 05:00:00 |
| 48 - 50 km |
sub 06:00:00 |
| 52 - 54 km |
sub 06:30:00 |
| 56 km |
sub 07:00:00 |
| 60 km |
sub 07:40:00 |
| 64 km |
sub 08:20:00 |
| 80 km |
sub 10:30:00 |
| 100 km |
sub 13:30:00 |
Runners are also seeded according to their qualifying times. note: The Comrades Marathon has strict rules as to what may be worn during the race, and also regarding competitors receiving outside assistance during the race. Please ensure that you check with us about what you intend to take with you prior to setting off.
The Comrades Marathon starts at 5:30am at the City Hall in Durban.
You must retire at 17h00 (12 hour limit) wherever you are on the course. Additionally, there are cut-off points throughout the race which must be met.
You must retire at 17h30 (12 hour limit) wherever you are on the course. Additionally, there are cut-off points throughout the race which must be met.
| Cato Ridge N3 Subway |
5:00:00 (10h30m) |
| Drummond / Flora Halfway |
6:00:00 (11h30m) |
| Winston Park (BP Garage) |
8:30:00 (14h00m) |
| St John's Avenue (approx 20km to go) |
10:00:00 (15h30m) |
| Sherwood off Ramp (approx 7km to go) |
11:20:00 (16h50m) |
All runners will be timed using the ChampionChip timing method.
You must register at the International Runners Area at the MTN Comrades Marathon Experience in Durban. There you will receive your race numbers, courtesy bag and brochure containing your final instructions. All runners MUST provide proof of identity in order to collect their numbers e.g. ID books, Passport or Driver's License.
NO race numbers will be issued on race day Date and time of registration:
DURBAN
Comrades Experience
Durban Exhibition Centre
Walnut Road
PIETERMARITZBURG
Comrades Marathon House
18 Connaught House
Scottsville
Both Centres are open at the following times:
Thursday - 12th June 2008 between 9:00am - 7:00pm
Friday - 13th June 2008 between 9:00am - 7:00pm
Saturday - 14th June 2008 between 9:am - 5:00pm
There are no pace setters in the Comrades Marathon
There are 51 refreshment tables along the route containing Coca-Cola, PowerAde electrolyte drink and water. Certain tables will offer Marie biscuits, orange segments, bananas, cooked potatoes and energy bars. A sponge is provided in your courtesy bag and fresh sponges will be available at 2 points on the course. Each aid station will contain a trough to be used for sponging that will contained sterilised water.
Personal refreshments cannot be left at any of the aid stations. A tog bag service is available to take personal belongings to the finish.
For people staying in Pietermaritzburg there are buses to the start in Durban and from the finish in Pietermaritzburg returning to Durban after the race.
The Comrades Marathon Expo will be held at the
Durban Exhibition Centre
Walnut Road, Durban
Thursday - 12th June 2008 between 9:00am - 7:00pm
Friday - 13th June 2008 between 9:00am - 7:00pm
Saturday - 14th June 2008 between 9:am - 5:00pm
Special commemorative Medal and Badge will be awarded to all official finishers who complete the full distance within the 12-hour cut-off.
| GOLD MEDALS |
1 |
10 |
| WALLY HAYWARD |
11 |
6hrs 00 min |
| SILVER MEDALS |
6hrs 00 min |
sub 7hrs 30min |
| BILL ROWAN |
7hrs 30 min |
sub 9hrs 00min |
| BRONZE MEDALS |
9hrs 00 min |
sub 11hrs 00min |
| VIC CLAPHAM MEDAL |
11hrs 00 min |
sub 12hrs 00min |
The average June temperature in Durban is between 10.5°C and 26°C (51°F to 79°F) The average June temperature in Pietermaritzburg is between 3°C and 24°C (37°F to 75°F) It is mid-Winter at this time of year but the days are usually clear.
No other events are held in conjunction with the Comrades Marathon.
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