Maverick East Sussex trail race (5km, 16km, or 24km)

Give trail running a go with GoodGym Bromley!


Location
Sportscentre Road
University of Sussex
Brighton
BN1 9RH
East Sussex
Date and time
10:00
Saturday, 29th of July 2023


If the occasional puddles at Crystal Palace Parkrun have got you craving some more rugged off-road adventuring, a Maverick race offers a great intro to trail running! This particular route will take us up and down (...and maybe up and down a few more times) the beautiful South Downs in East Sussex.

This one is described as a difficulty level 2 out of 5, with "hilly, hard-packed trails, not too technical - great for all levels." There are three distances to choose from - 5km, 16km, or 24km - and there's always a lovely, welcoming vibe with folks (and dogs) of all different paces. Mark, Cat, and Catherine are currently signed up for the 16km 😬

If that wasn't enough to peak your interest, the finish line goodies are pretty good too.

To summit up:

Getting there

The nearest train station is Falmer, which is a 5 minute walk away from the venue and can be reached from East Croydon via Lewes. We might also be able to sort out some car sharing. The race starts at 10.00 for all distances, with registration opening from 08.30. The portaloo queue usually starts to build from 09.30 so it's probably a good idea to get there before then πŸ˜†

What to expect

  • Great views - you will just Lewes yourself in the rolling hills, woodland walkways, chalky tracks, and farmland paths πŸ‘

  • Good vibes - the Maverick community is super friendly and helpful and make sure that everyone gets cheered to the finish line! πŸŽ–οΈ

  • Good stuff - bag drop, free parking, free race photography, environmentally friendly wooden medal, and more!

  • Mud - level of muddiness tbc... 🌦️

Where to sign up

There's lots more info on the event website but stick a comment below if you've got any questions πŸ™‚

You can sign up here.

Hope to see you there!



Who's going

  • Jessie Adams
  • Alan Armstrong
  • Jack Francis
  • Pippa A
  • Amanda Lee
  • John Shirley
  • Mark Gilyead
  • Cat
  • Bromley runner

Discussion

Cat
Cat
Monday April 10th, 2023 19:10

Woop! So excited for my first trail run!!

Bromley runner
Bromley runner
she/her
Monday April 10th, 2023 20:22

🀩πŸ₯³πŸ™Œ

John Shirley
John Shirley
Tuesday April 11th, 2023 10:07

Love Maverick runs

Bromley runner
Bromley runner
she/her
Tuesday April 11th, 2023 10:56

Woohoo - glad you can join, John!

Pippa A
Pippa A
Thursday May 11th, 2023 21:53

Hey guys. I'm joining from Goodgym Hounslow - I had a ticket already but just saw that you are all going! I'll wear my Goodgym t-shirt on the day so we can find each other :)

Mark Gilyead
Mark Gilyead
he/him
Friday May 12th, 2023 09:25

Awesome! See you there πŸ™Œ

Bromley runner
Bromley runner
she/her
Friday May 12th, 2023 15:28

Oh yay, looking forward to meeting you Pippa!

Alan Armstrong
Alan Armstrong
Monday July 10th, 2023 18:49

I’m also from GoodGym Hounslow and have signed up for the 24 km…my first trai run, gulp! Will also wear GG top and hope to see you there (assuming tube/train strikes don’t get in the way)

Bromley runner
Bromley runner
she/her
Monday July 10th, 2023 20:49

Brilliant Alan, can't wait to see you on the trails!! Will keep an eye on the tube/train strikes in case we need to do some creative travel planning...

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GoodGym Race team

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Location
Sportscentre Road
University of Sussex
Brighton
BN1 9RH
East Sussex
Date and time
10:00
Saturday, 29th of July 2023


Sign up by 12:00pm on Sunday 16th July so we can let Catherine know who to expect.


Sportscentre Road
University of Sussex
Brighton
BN1 9RH
East Sussex


Catherine
Led by Catherine

GoodGym Bromley TaskForce member


What to look out for

Age Restriction

GoodGym welcomes anyone aged 18 or over. If you are under 18 then you will be unable to participate in any GoodGym activity

Make sure you've read our general guidelines for safety when running and at a task.

This event is organised by your Taskforce, a group of experienced GoodGym members in your area, they are not responsible for your safety. You should feel confident to participate in the event as it is described and you do so at your own risk.

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