1. Can women do the race?
Yes, this is a mixed event and there are prize categories for men and women. Last year we had about 30%/ 70% female/ male split across the 3 events.
2. Can I enter as a pair?
No, the event is only for SOLO participants. You can however enter your 'team name' or a 'sponsor name' on the entry form.
3. What time does the first wave start?
The first wave will start at 1000 in each location* and subsequent waves will start at 15 minute intervals after that**
* This may change slightly but you will be notified prior to the event if this is the case
** As above
4. Do you send my race number and other materials through the post?
No. We do not send anything in the post. All correspondence is done through e-mail. You will receive your race number and timing chip on the day at the registration, together with your Under Armour race shirt
5. Can I choose my T-Shirt size pre-event?
No, you will be picking up your Under Armour T-Shirt on the day at the registration. Sizes will be given out on first come-first served basis.
5. What age do you need to be to race MH Survival?
You need to be at least 16 years old on the day of the race. Everyone aged 16 or 17 must provide parental consent for their participation, which must be signed on the day, at registration.
6. Will there be a water station at the course?
Yes, there will be one water station approximately half way around the course
7. Can I change my wave once I enter the event?
You cannot change your wave once you have chosen it when entering
8. Can I race for a Charity?
Yes, you can race for any Charity of your choice
9. How many people can race in each event?
We allow 4500 racers to enter Notts and 2750 in each of Edinburgh and Cardiff.
10. When do you close the entries?
We will close entries when each event is full. Last year’s events sold out, so don’t leave it too late!
11. Are the obstacles the same in each location?
Some are the same, such as the infamous Men’s Health Wall of Fame, the hay bale scramble and the Army Assault course. Others are unique to the host location.
12. Are all the courses very similar in each location?
No. Owing to local topography and city layout, each course is different. Read more here on each venue. Each course is approximately 10km long, although exact length will vary from city to city
13. Is the race on tarmac or off-road?
Both. Given you are in an urban environment, there is plenty of tarmac. But this is Survival of the Fittest and you should expect a mixture of terrains underfoot
14. Do I need to be able to swim?
Some obstacles in the Cardiff and Nottingham events will involve full immersion in water. Buoyancy aids are provided by the organisers, together with ropes to pull yourself along through the water. There will also be non-swimmer alternatives at these locations. Full safety cover, including safety swimmers and safety kayakers, is in place where required
* Full immersion in water is always subject to weather and environmental factors in these events.
15. Can I take part in all 3 and is there a prize?
Yes you can. You can do one, two or all three. There is a special price of £90 for entry into all 3 of the 2010 events (saving £18). As well as individual city prizes for 1st – 3rd and spot prizes in each location, there is a prize for the overall MH Survival 2010 Series winner.
16. What sort of clothing should I wear?
The events are in October, which means it could be wet and it could be chilly. You should prepare for the weather conditions and run in what you feel most comfortable in for a tough run, in October, which features mud and water in healthy doses! You will be on tarmac a good deal of the time, but there will be some off road sections, so good robust trainers should be used. In each location, you will be getting wet and in Cardiff and Nottingham you will be totally immersed in water. Therefore wear shorts, socks and footwear that will dry quickly afterwards, if possible. In all events, you will also be getting muddy. Check out the apparel in the Rat Race Store for some inspiration and kit picks for the event.
You are issued your special edition MH Survival Under Armour Tee at Registration and remember, you must wear this outside all other upper garments when running. You can check out the sizing here.
17. Can I skip an obstacle because it’s too much for me?
The course is designed so that all obstacles are achievable, even if you have to rely on other runners to get help you through it. This is part of the challenge. Skipping an obstacle will only diminish your sense of achievement and it will mean that you have not completed the course properly. If you have an injury, then you must consult your GP on whether it is appropriate to take part in the event. The GP is unlikely to be able to comment on specific obstacles, and it should be seen as a running event-with-obstacles for a full body work-out. If you have a fear, then this might be the event for you to confront that fear.
18. Can I get a refund?
No. We do not do refunds but you can transfer your entry to following year or to one of your mates. We need 7 days notice prior to the event to make these changes. You can find full T&Cs here.
