Eker I Run 42K Marathon Relay Race / 2-Runner Team
Take part in the Eker I Run Marathon relay race by sharing the course with a partner!
The first runner starts at an elevation of 1793 meters in the Uludağ hotels region and reaches Kirazlı village at an elevation of 900 meters. This leg is slightly over 19km long and consists mostly of downhill running, except for three short climbing sections. The majority of this leg is run within Uludağ National Park, offering breathtaking views. Due to the starting time and elevation, this section is highly affected by weather conditions. It is important to be prepared for cold, fog, and rain, and make careful choices regarding clothing and accessories. The time limit for this leg is 2.5 hours.
1. Stage Water-Supply Points
Water Points: 5.km - 10.km - 15,5.km
Food Point: 15,5.km
The second runner takes over the baton at Kirazlı village at an elevation of 900 meters and finishes at Eker Meydan Shopping Mall at an elevation of 177 meters. This leg is approximately 23 kilometers long, and the time limit is 3 hours. The first 7 kilometers of the course offer scenic views and a fast descent until Doğancılı Dam. This section is the most exposed to weather conditions, but it is relatively more sheltered compared to the first leg. The last 7.5K follows the Eker I Run 15K route to the finish line.
2. Stage Water-Supply Points
Water Points: 2.km - 6.km - 11.km - 16.km - 18,5.km - 21.km
Food Point: 11.km
Transportation
- The 1st stage runner will go to the Kurbağa Kaya starting area along with the marathon runners. The shuttle departure time is 05:30, and the departure point is across from Eker Meydan (there may be slight changes).
- The 2nd stage runner, will be transported to the flag exchange area in Kirazlı Köyü by shuttle. The shuttle departure time is 07:05, and the departure point is across from Eker Meydan (there may be slight changes).
* The organization shuttl reservation mailed on Spt 28th. Return for 1st leg runner with same shuttle. Athletes who will go to the starting areas on their own must comply with road closure restrictions.
Drop Bag
Each relay runner will be provided with 2 drop bags.
- 1. Bag: It is left before the start and can be collected at the Eker Meydan cloakroom area. (The 1st runner leaves it at Kurbağa Kaya, and the 2nd runner collects it at Kirazlı Köyü)
- 2. Bag: It is left at the Eker Meydan registration area 1 day before the race and can be collected at the finish line. (The 1st runner collects it at Kirazlı Köyü, and the 2nd runner collects it at the Eker Meydan cloakroom area)
* Drop bags are not collected on the race day morning.
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1. Stage Course Information (Kurbağa Kaya - Kirazlı Köyü)
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1st Stage Course Time Limit: 2,5 hours (150 min)
1st Stage Course Length: 19,25 km
1st Stage Ascent: 230m
1st Stage Descent: 1124m
2. Stage Course Information (Kirazlı Köyü - Eker Meydan)
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2nd Stage Course Time Limit: 3 hours (180 min)
2nd Stage Course Length: 23 km
2nd Stage Ascent: 380m
2nd Stage Descent: 1164m
Start: Uludağ, in front of Kurbağa Kaya Station
Relay Exchange Point: Kirazlı Köyü
Finish: Eker Meydan AVM
Course: Kurbağa Kaya Station > Kirazlı Köyü > Eker Meydan
Start Date and Time: To be announced.
