BEXI-lani Challenge

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Join us as we explore one of our favourite trails on the Beaches

We are super-excited to share our plans for our inaugural ‘BEXI-lani Challenge‘, taking place on Sat 27 April 2024.  Our amazing Run Leaders, Stef Johnson and Dave Monaghan, have planned an awesome morning exploring their favourite trail along the Warrimoo Track. You’ll be treated to stunning views, waterside tracks, bushland, rainforest, hill inclines and creek crossings – including some hidden stairways and waterways. 

Who can join?

Our ‘BEXI-lani Challenge’ is open to all our amazing BEXI members. Choose to run, Jeff, or walk distances ranging from 8km, 15km, or 20km. Our goal is to take in the the amazing beauty of the Warrimoo trail, connect with our BEXI friends, get fit(er) and have tons of giggles and laughs along the way!  

What are the courses?

All courses meet at the start of the Warrimoo Track – cnr Warrimoo Ave and Timbarra Rd, St Ives Chase:

8km:  ‘I-wanna-climb-me-some-hills’ – Warrimoo to Sphinx Park and Bobbin Head Junction 

Start 7.30am.  This is an in/out run with 400m elevation. Need to take compulsory ‘Walk-like-an-Egyptian’ photo in front of Sphinx. Take care of crossing water ways.  (Note: you can can turnaround at any stage to shorten the course.)

 

15km:  ‘I’ve-gotta-climb-me-some-hills’ – ‘Classic’ Warrimoo Loop

Start 7am.  This is an in/out/loop run with 450m elevation. Need to take compulsory ‘Walk-like-an-Egyptian’ photo in front of Sphinx. Take care of crossing water ways.

 

20km:  All-of-the-above-with-a-bit-extra

Start 6.30am.  As with the 15km but with a bit of extra spice thrown in. 

 

What are the logistics?

  • All above courses will meet at the start of the Warrimoo Track – cnr Warrimoo Ave and Timbarra Rd, St Ives Chase (see map below)
  • All courses will have a Run Leader to support and guide you along the way 
  • Post-run brekkie will take place at The Tasting Deck, Forest Way Fresh, cnr Mona Vale Rd and Forest Way
  • Ensure you have a printed copy of the map and instructions (to follow)
  • For distances over 8km – aim to consumer 30-45gsm carbohydrates per hour
  • Once finished your run, please complete cool-down and change into dry/warm clothes
  • Our event will conclude at 11am

Running Checklist

  • Running gear – BEXI singlet/tee, shorts/leggings, socks, trail shoes, crop-top, BEXI visor
  • Watch/GPS – make sure it is charged
  • Hydration vest (10km+) – 1/1.5ltr bladder containing water and soft flasks containing carb drink (Tailwind)
  • Waist belt (if you don’t have a hydration vest) – to hold your nutrition and water bottle
  • Nutrition – gels, bars, bloks, lollies, sandwich, etc.
  • Snakebite bandage
  • Headtorch (for those starting early)
  • Whistle
  • Mobile phone with CAPRA app installed
  • Change of clothes at finish
  • Tissues, body-glide (anti-chafe)
  • Sun cream
  • Bags of fun!