The Husqvarna RunChimanimani TT (Transfrontier Traverse) is a form of ultra-trail stage racing where competitors must run in pairs to complete a 60km course over 3 consecutive days as they traverse the majestic Chimanimani Transfrontier Conservation Area.
Each days time is accumulated with the overall winning team having the shortest time over the 3 day race.
The races are divided into 3 categories, Mens Pairs, Ladies Pairs and Mixed Pairs. The pairs will have to check in at checkpoints and cross the Start / Finish line together, as a team.
There is also a solo category for both men and women.
The Husqvarna RunChimanimani TT is a unique trail running experience.
Covering a total of ~60 kilometres over three days, the Husqvarna RunChimanimani TT embraces trail running's pioneering and adventurous spirit as athletes explore a wide range of the Chimanimani mountains.
In addition, friends and family can select any 1 day to run as a fun run along with the teams. Making it a whole family experience during the holidays.
Ensconced just below the Chimanimani Mountains, the charming and well equipped property of Outward Bound Zimbabwe will provide the central race hub for the weekends event.
While not running, they can enjoy relaxing and mixing with the other athletes enjoying select meals and drinks provided. Additional activities such as group stretching sessions, sports massage, nutrition & gear selection talks will also add to the overall immersive trail running experience.
A ‘bucket list’ combination for discerning trail runners.
2025 Dates T.B.C
Thursday - Registration
Friday - Day 1 - 19km
Saturday - Day 2 - 28km
Sunday - Day 3 - 12km
NB: All details are not final, and subject to change upon completion of route checks
VENUE
Race Village: Outward Bound Zimbabwe - Chimanimani
REGISTRATION FEE (Full Weekend All Inclusive)
Full Team - T.B.C
Full Solo - T.B.C
Single Day - T.B.C
RACE ENTRY INCLUDES
Race number | Grab-n-go items | Shirt | Venue Fee | Camping Fee | Select Meals | Select Drinks
Online entries close 31 Jan 2025
REGISTRATION - BRIEFING - START
Thursday
14H00 - 18H00 Registration Check-in
18H00 - Dinner
Friday
06H00-07H00 - Lite Breakfast
07H00 - 07H30 Race Briefing
07H30 - Race Start
13H00 - Lite Lunch
18H00 - Dinner
Saturday
05H30-06H30 - Lite Breakfast
06H30 - 07H00 Race Briefing
07H300 - Race Start
13H00 - Lite Lunch
18H00 - Theme Dinner
Sunday
06H00-07H00 - Full Breakfast
07H30 - Race Brief
08H00 - Race Start
11H00 - Full Breakfast Brunch
11H30 - Awards
RACE VILLAGE ACCOMODATION / MEALS
Race fee includes venue and camping fee and meals as above.
Beds in dorms upgradable at an extra
NB: Supply all your own camping and bedding
FRIENDS & FAMILY (Please Pre Book with us)
Camping fee at T.B.C
Beds in Dorms at T.B.C
Meals available at T.B.C
WATER POINTS AND NUTRITION
Hydration and nutrition checkpoints will be available at the start and finish, as well as along the route.
CANCELLATIONS, DEFERALS, SUBSTITUTIONS
We know things don’t always pan out as planned. Sometimes life just gets in the way.
As a result we have the following policies in place:
Any entry cancelled before Jan 31 2025 will get a 75% refund.
Any entry cancelled between Feb 1 - Feb 28 2025 will get a 50% refund.
Any entry cancelled after Feb 28 will forfeit the full entry fee.
Alternatively, instead of cancelling, your entry can also be deferred to 2026.
Any deferrals will incur the price difference between the 2025 and 2026 entry fees, along with a $20 administration fee.
Substitutions will be allowed up to 28 Feb 2025.
All substitutions will incur a $20 substitution fee.
RACE POSTPONEMENT
In the event we have to postpone the race, all entries will be carried over to the new date.
Should you not be able to make the new date, you will be entitled to receive a 50% refund, or a free deferral to the 2026 race.
