The first edition of the OFR was a huge success in February 2013. We had so many smiling faces leaving the desert and so many happy memories. We had a sandstorm that interrupted the event part way through but the adventure the entrants had was fantastic to see. We ideally wanted to have the 2nd edition of the event a year after the first but because of a few reasons we have had to have a rethink. The main factor in our decision was the weather. The problem we had with the event being in January, February, March or April was a mixture of reasons that varied with these months from night time temperature being cold , the day light being limited and the potential for another sandstorm being reasonably high. For these reasons we have decided to get the timing of the event right as soon as possible. So with this in mind we will stage the second edition of the race on Sunday the 20th of October 2013. It was a difficult decision but feel it will benefit overall once we have the event settled in a time of year that gives it every chance of avoiding potential problems.
Date of race – 20th October 2013 (Meeting organisers at pick up point on 19th October 2013)
Location – Egyptian Western Desert – Specifically The White Desert
Distance – 160 miles (96 hours- 4 days time limit)
Format – Non stop footrace with entrants being guided by gps.
For full details of the event plase go to the main website at www.oceanfloorrace.com
With a time limit of 4 days to complete this ultra marathon event, entrants will be directed through the Egyptian Western desert and specifically the Egyptian White Desert to check-points every 15 miles, where they will have access to water and their drop bags filled with food.
This is a true test of courage and determination, and undoubtedly one of the most challenging events on the planet.
The race has limited availability (50 places) so please bear this in mind to avoid disappointment.
