Participant’s Guide

Pomona – Round 2

Thanks for signing up to join us at the South East Queensland Trail Running Series. Whether this is your first trail race or you’re chasing series points, please read through this guide carefully to ensure a smooth race day.

Weather watch: We’re keeping an eye on the forecast, it will be wet! Please pack accordingly, including something warm and dry to throw on after your run. If anything changes, we’ll share it here, email you, and post updates on our social media.

1. Event Program & Schedule

5:20 AM – 6:10 AM: Bib Collection and pre-ordered singlet pickup open at the Event Precinct.
6:20 AM: Compulsory Event Briefing (All runners must attend).
6:30 AM: Long Course Start.
Immediately following: Short Course Start.
8:00 AM onwards: Presentations, random sponsor prize draws (must be present to win), and charity BBQ.

2. What to Bring (Your Race Day Checklist)

To make sure you’re ready to roll from the moment you step out of the car, pack these essentials:

Your Race Bib: Collect your bib at the precinct before the race. If you have been issued a personalised Series Bib, please keep it safe and bring it back to each event you attend.
Hydration Vessel: A hydration pack or handheld bottle holding a minimum of 500mL (mandatory for all runners).
Footwear: Comfortable running shoes.
Sun Protection: Hat and sunscreen.
Sustenance & Support: Cash or card for Minnie’s Espresso and the Cooroy/Pomona Lions Club charity sausage sizzle.

3. Location & Parking

Staging Area: Cooroy/Pomona Lions Club Hall, 2 Mountain Street, Pomona.
Visual Map: Plan your approach using the SEQ Trail Running Series Pomona Parking Map.

Parking Guidelines

You may park (legally) anywhere within the Pomona township, however we ask that you DO NOT park on the main street near the shops. Please refer to the map link above for suggested parking locations.
Please make sure your car is legally and respectfully parked.
We request that participants carpool to the event site with other runners wherever possible. If you don’t have anyone to travel with yet, throw out the question in our Discussion Group on Facebook – you may even make some new running buddies.

4. Safety & Guidelines

Hydration Carry (Mandatory): Both short and long course participants must carry a hydration pack or bottle capable of holding a minimum of 500mL of fluids. Marshals may check at the start line.
Cup-Free & Water: This is a cup-free event with no on-course water stations. Water is available pre-event at the precinct, and Fixx Nutrition will be available post-event.
Medical Support: Professional medics will be present on-site throughout the event for any safety or first-aid needs.
Youth & Supervision: Runners under 12 years of age must be directly supervised for the duration of the event by a parent or guardian who is also officially entered in the same distance.
Withdrawing: If you drop out mid-race for any reason, you must notify Race HQ immediately so we don’t launch an unnecessary search.
No Bib Swapping: Never run under another runner’s bib. Accurate emergency tracking relies completely on correct runner data.

Keeping things quiet

Our Start/Finish area at Pomona is very close to several houses. Out of respect to the local residents, please keep your voices low while walking to the start precinct. Our PA system will be a little quieter at this event too, particularly pre-race, so please make sure you’ve read this document closely as it contains most the info you should need.

5. Course & Navigation

Distances & Format: Short Course (7.3km) & Long Course (13.5km). This is an out-and-back course format.
Course Maps: Preview the routes and elevation profiles via the Strava Course Maps and Event Details.

Course Markings

The track is flagged with reflective yellow and pink tape.
Long Course follows Pink Arrows at junctions.
Short Course follows Blue Arrows at junctions.
Along with clear trail signage, dedicated course marshals will be stationed at the turnaround points to let you know when to head back.
Keep to the left-most side of all trails.

Etiquette

Headphones are not encouraged. With runners converging on the trail network, we need you to be able to hear each other, instructions from marshals, and other trail users.
Trails remain open to the public—please be courteous to other park users, mountain bikers, and walkers.
No dogs are allowed at SEQ Trail Series events.
Littering or straying off the marked path results in immediate disqualification.

6. Bibs, Merch, Timing & Photos

Bib Collection: Pick up your bib at the precinct between 5:20 AM and 6:10 AM. Wear it on your front and keep it visible at all times to ensure you get an official time.
Event Singlets: Pre-ordered singlets will be available for pickup at the bib collection tent. Haven’t ordered yours yet? You can grab your singlet here.
Results & Photos: Official timing results and professional photography links will be published on Sunday afternoon over at the SEQ Trail Series Results & Photos Hub. Tag your photos with @thoseguysevents and #SEQTRS.

7. Event Precinct & Facilities

Toilets: Available at the event precinct. Please use them before the briefing as there are no toilets on the course.
Bag Storage: There are no secure left-luggage facilities; please plan to store items in your vehicle.
Coffee & Food: Minnie’s Espresso will be on-site for fresh coffee, and the Cooroy/Pomona Lions Club will be hosting a classic sausage sizzle with cold drinks.