...6-INCH TRACK ULTRA-MARATHON------> Scroll down past Result Highlights for 2005 potential starters list...
2007 photos and results page here
Result Highlights;
Six Inch
Colin stops Dave from getting a three-peat, with
a 3 hour 46min effort in his first 6 Inch attempt
only 4 minutes shy of Dave's race record.
Carpet python gives runners a hard time near Oakley Dam.
Rebecca Doedens sets a new Womens Course record of 5 hours 53 min!
An increase in numbers saw 10 runners attempt the 6 Inch this year with
8 successfully making it to the finish.
The successful ones this year are Colin,Dave(3rd 6"),Victor(2nd 6"),Craig,
Nathan(3rd 6"),Mark(2nd 6"),Tom and Rebecca.
Rod and Trent did not finish the entire course this time.
Rod missed the start line and ran the last 42km in 4 hours and 1 min.
Six Inch 2006 Photos and results now online here!!!
See sizzling new race record time from Dave,
and the first women overcome the 6-inch challenge; Kaye and Cherie.2008 details yet to be finalised...
In 2006 the starting time was changed and moved forward to 0530hrs due to daylight saving and no full moon...
We recommended arriving by 0500 to 0515...
In 2008 a Relay option is available subject to expressions of interest by teams of runners;
Some runners plan to run the six inch as a relay of two legs about 22-23km each leg...
The first ever 6-inch Track Marathon was on Sunday 18th December 2005 Starting @ 0400hrs.
It went from North Dandalup to Dwellingup-about 45km, mostly following the Munda Biddi trail.
MundaBiddi means "Path through the Forest" in the Nyoongar language. See http://www.mundabiddi.org.au
Seven starters in the inaugural event;
(Scroll down further for 2005 Results)
1. Cota- (4th in 05 Rottnest Marathon 2.52) 2. Dave-(9th in 05 Rottnest marathon 3.06) 3. Warren- (05 Rotto 3.26 (Ran with flu)) 4. Andrew C (Cool Runner &WAMC poster and a regular Cape to Cape runner ) 5. Nathan- (05 Rotto 3.44 (First marathon)) 6. TB777 -(Mara PB 3.55 (Perth 2004) Did 4.02 in 05 Perth Mara) 7. Suzy - Ironman WA 2005 (5 time Ironman finisher; Forster x2, Hawaii x2, Busselton 2005) About 15 others expressed interest but did not start this run including two late withdrawals; 1. DNS Jason Berry 2. DNS Rob S. Thirteen others ( expressed interest during September-December 2005) 1. Mick F 2. Peter 3. Ian 4. Brian (been in Nepal,Oil Rig, due back on 14/12/05) 5. Scott? 6. Dan C. (Rottnest Marathon 2004; 3.40) busy in Canberra 7. Darryn 8. Colin F. (Ran 2005 6-FOOT in 4.39?) 9. Julie Neesam ? (Starter in Ironman WA 2005) 10. Kaiser? 11. Ossie? Out through Injury; 1. Trent (3.37 05 Rottnest Marathon) 2. Graham (Recon #1, many Marathons, knee injury) SUPPORT CREW; -Kate (on mountain-bike) -Gary (20km drinks station) -Naz ($10 massages afterwards).??? -Trent? -Various others. On 15/12/05 Dave posted; If stressed about leaving your car at the start I suggest driving it halfway up the first hill and leaving it at the Goldmine Hill carpark. There is room for a few cars here. Then 1K walk to start. Might need your headlight The 2005 Results were as follows;
18th December 2005 RESULTS;
1st Dave 4hrs 02minutes 53 secs
2nd Cota 4hrs 22 min 47 secs
3rd Warren 4 hrs 27min
4th Andrew C 4 hrs 45 min
5th Nathan 5 hrs 25min
6th Jon/TB777 6hrs 25minutes
27km DNF Suzy ...(about 3-4 hours of running?)Six Inch 2006 Photos online here!!!
2006 SIX INCH RESULTS;
OPEN Results [new course record] First:...... Dave ......... 3hrs 42mins 05secs Second:. Victor ......... 4hrs 19mins 31secs Third:..... Nathan ...... 4hrs 36mins 29secs Ladies Results First: Cherie & Kaye ... 6hrs 10mins [initial holders of the ladies course record] New Longest Course time ............ Jon ............. 7hrs 04mins Bettering the time Jon set in 2005 of 6hrs 25mins Hot, Still and Humid conditions had a lot to do with the slower course time, but finishing is it's own reward! Knowing their limits award Mark limit=32km time=4hrs 15mins Note: Mark was in the race for longer than the winner, but an upset stomach caused him to dehydrate. He also had the chance to climb into a support vehicle at 29km [3hrs 01mins into the race] when he was not yet suffering from dehydration, although he knew he was having a hard time, but choose to test himself by going on.
Information INDEX;
A------> Starters 2005,Result highlights (all years) & Results in 2005, 2005 Expressions of Interest (EOI's),Support persons.
B------> Drinks/fluid replacement related information... C------> Accomodation options
D------> 6-INCH TRACK related LINKS on the Web
E------> Logistics; Munda Biddi Maps, Directions on how to get from Perth to North Dandalup, emergency plan etc
F------> 2005 Race Preview...GUESTBOOK
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Drinks/fluid replacement related information
Drinks related;
In 2006;
there are plans for two drink stops.
The first is about 22km into the race, near Turners Hill at the same point as in 2005,
with an additional drinks stop at 34km designed especially for slower runners (i.e. over 5 hours)...
Dave posted; -Water carrying container- i.e. Hydration pack (Camelbak or get a cheap Outer Limits one for $20 these carry 1.5L)
or go the old bottle holder or possibly a belt though I think 1.5L + would be
ideal to make it between stations comfortably. -Gary will be at the start line if you want to leave food or sports drink with him. More drinks info; Water: This will NEED to be carried by yourself.
Outer Limits hydration packs are available from as little as $20 for 1.5L packs (see camping stores).
However Gary has kindly offered to man a refill station at approx 21K mark.
There will be approximately 20L here so if entering late please bring a 2L bottle filled with preferred beverage.
On top of what is drunk during the first 21K, 1.5L should be more than adequate to see you through to the finish.
There is NO additional water stops.Recon showed that Oakley Dam is most unsuitable for rehydration though there is
a pit toilet here if you can find it about 30metres off the track.
(Only water available is that in the dam and stream - if still running) I Recommend that you fill your packs before coming to the start.C
Accomodation options
Accomodation possibilities; http://www.westernaustralia.com/en/search/product.htm?ID=9006494 http://www.accommodationguide.com.au/sitemap/racv/Perth-And-Surrounds-dwellingup.shtm Other options include - camping at Marrinup POW campsite and -Dandalup Munda Biddi campsite... Daves summary of accomodation;Mandurah- with Dave (extremely limited)Nth Dandalup - motels, caravan etc Dwellingup - pub, caravan park (24K to start by bitumen rd) Free Bush - Marrinup (23K via short gravel rd and 20K bitumen) -Dandalup Mundi Biddi hut 2K walk in 4K gravel and 5K bitumen drive to start (or 7K jog warm up -in dark) Drive 1 hour from Perth Sunday am for a nice early start. Towns within 30min drive also include Pinjarra, Jarrahdale, Serpentine, Mundijong and Rockingham 35ish.
Main LINKS
6-INCH TRACK-WA ...The genesis of the concept by Dave...
BACK TO Jons' 6-INCH Webpages
6-FOOT TRACK-NSW
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6-INCH TRACK related Links on the Web
Links on the web;
Jons' 6-inch Track webpages; http://www.oocities.org/Colosseum/7549/run6inch2005.html
WAMC messageboard threads about 6-inch Track;
Six Inch 2006 thread
2005; http://wamc.proboards41.com/index.cgi?board=general&action=display&thread=1127100618&page=6
AURA (Australian Ultra Runners Association).
Cool Running Messageboards 6-Inch links;
ULTRAS
Other Australian races
FA
Cool Running Bloggers FAQ page..., my post about 6-Inch 2005 on the Cool Running Bloggers thread
Runners World Magazine(Australia)
Information INDEX;
A------> Starters & Results in 2005, 2005 Expressions of Interest (EOI's),Support persons.
B------> Drinks/fluid replacement related information... C------> Accomodation options
D------> 6-INCH TRACK related LINKS on the Web
E------> Logistics; Munda Biddi Maps, Directions on how to get from Perth to North Dandalup, emergency plan etc
F------> 2005 Race Preview...GUESTBOOK
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Race Logistics; Munda Biddi Maps,Emergency plan etc,
SUMMARY OF RACE LOGISTICS BE AT THE START AT 4 AM Sharp Sunday 18th December FOR A SHORT BRIEFING FOLLOWED BY THE RACE START.
Directions on how to get from Perth to North Dandalup.Directions to race start: 1.. Make way to North Dandalup on South West Hwy between Serpentine/Jarrahdale and Pinjarra.
2.. Turn left into Del Park Rd at southern end of North Dandalup just past servo (also on left).
Follow for 1.3K south east before turning left into Whittakers Rd (look for Goldmine Hill sign). Race start is here!Kwinana freeway travelling south, left into Mundijong Rd, right into South West Highway is a good route from Perth.
Another route is to follow South West Highway from Armadale.Race Hazards: Honky nuts, snakes, hills, dehydration, navigation issues;
Don't get lost- use MundaBiddi Map 2 or run with someone who is good at navigating.
MAPS Mundi Biddi Map 2 $10 at Dwellingup visitors centre (open 10am to 3pm every day),
most good Bicycle shops in WA or get one through http://www.mundabiddi.org.au We will provide photocopies of MundaBiddi Map 2 free of charge to anyone who needs them at the start. See Trailblazer777 (Jon) for these. Emergency Plan: -1. Wait for Trail Cyclist. -2. Walk to Del Park Rd and wait for traffic. -3. Bail with Gary at 22K mark and get lift to finish. DON"T GET LOST Finish: The Mundi Biddi comes out on Del Park Rd near the railway line within the town of Dwellingup.
The finish is behind the pub on the grassed area in the shade of the lone tree.Support info;
-The race is essentially a training run with no fees or awards.
-Please time yourself and we will post them here for future runners to access.
-Although there are some helpers generously donating time to make the experience more enjoyable
you are essentially self reliant.If providing your own support (providing your own support driver& vehicle is strongly recommended! but not essential)
the bitumen Road between the start and finish is 24K with runner access at
approx 17K mark (crossing of Del Park) and some points via gravel road see maps.
Mundi Biddi Map 2 $10 at Dwellingup visitors centre (open 10am to 3pm every day), through http://www.mundabiddi.org.au
most good Bicycle shops in WA or just grab a photocopy off Jon the Trailblazer at the start.F
2005 Race Preview
Race Preview; The 1ST 45km 6-INCH TRACK MARATHON winds its way up the Mundi Biddi Trail with
the backdrop of an early morning sunrise draped over the Darling Scarp, and the plains below.
Anyone out there up for the challenge NOW is the time to start getting ready for it..
or even just come along to watch and support...Spectators welcome!!!
Corner of Whittaker Rd and Del Park Rd, (near North Dandalup servo on South Western Highway) is the start line,
with the first challenge being the ascent of Goldmine hill.
Finish is at Dwellingup, some beautiful bush to run through...
This race was partly inspired by reading about NSW's infamous 6-FOOT Track Marathon in the Blue Mountains; See; http://www.sixfoot.com/The 2005 6-INCH TRACK MARATHON will be a tough challenge just to finish for all
who are daring enough to take on the challenge.
The race for line honours looks to be between 4 favourites; Cota,Dave, Jason and Warren.
At the moment it looks like 5-time Ironman finisher Suzy will be
the first and only woman in the race, unless a late entry can change that...Some spectators expected at finish and start, but this is mostly a peaceful run on the trails
of the Munda Biddi, the "Path through the forest"...
Come leave the worries of the city behind, for the beautiful trails of the Munda Biddi this weekend,
and a totally exhilarating challenge of an experience! traversing the hills and valleys of the Darling Scarp.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Essentials; 1.camelback/fuel belt are probably the most important things... 2.MundaBiddi Map 2 3.glasses/hat All the best with your 2005 MundaBiddi 6-inch Track Marathon experience, I will try to answer any last minute questions up until Saturday midday at latest. (Try my emails; jontheroadrunner@rocketmail.com
OR see the message board @ http://wamc.proboards41.com/index.cgi?board=general&action=display&thread=1127100618&page=6
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