How to use The Experience Levels 🏃
Our experience level categories are designed as a reference point for assessing terrain difficulty, speed, and trail familiarity. While they are not precise indicators, they can assist you in determining route suitability and choosing an appropriate adventure. If you have any uncertainties, please don't hesitate to contact us to talk it over. To determine your eligibility, we may ask for you to showcase your past experience. We believe this approach allows us to assemble teams of runners with comparable abilities, enhancing your overall trip experience and aiding in the accomplishment of both personal and team objectives.
Our experience level categories are designed as a reference point for assessing terrain difficulty, speed, and trail familiarity. While they are not precise indicators, they can assist you in determining route suitability and choosing an appropriate adventure. If you have any uncertainties, please don't hesitate to contact us to talk it over. To determine your eligibility, we may ask for you to showcase your past experience. We believe this approach allows us to assemble teams of runners with comparable abilities, enhancing your overall trip experience and aiding in the accomplishment of both personal and team objectives.
🏃 Experience Level: 1
This category is tailored for individuals who are new to trail running and are eager to transition from road running to trails. They exhibit enthusiasm and a willingness to explore new aspects of the sport, such as night running and incorporating running poles. Seeking guidance and knowledge, they aim to broaden their horizons in the world of trail running. These runners can comfortably complete a 10km run in under one hour, running 3-4 times a week.
🏃 Experience Level: 2
This category caters to individuals who are committed to elevating their trail running prowess and pushing their limits. They are proficient at comfortably completing 15km runs on both roads and undulating trails, all while maintaining a consistent running routine of 3-5 times per week. Their enthusiasm for the sport is evident, as they are determined to progress in trail running. Furthermore, they bring a hiking background and possess some prior experience in mountainous terrain, providing a solid foundation for their trail-running endeavours.
🏃 Experience Level: 3
This experience level is tailored for the seasoned trail runner. They have a wealth of experience in trail running and are no strangers to the mountainous terrain. Proficient on various landscapes, they tackle everything from rocky ascents to challenging descents with ease. Comfortably covering 15-20 kilometres on roads is a routine achievement for them, and they frequently dedicate days to exploring mountainous regions. Maintains a running routine consistently of 3-5 times per week. Their enthusiasm for the sport knows no bounds. They are eager to embrace new challenges, constantly pushing their limits. Whether it's trying out novel trail running experiences or embarking on adventurous journeys, this level represents individuals who thrive on the excitement and diversity of trail running.
🏃 Experience Level: 4
This category is reserved for highly experienced runners who have accumulated an impressive track record of tackling diverse mountain challenges across various distances. They not only possess a history of successful mountain endeavours but also boast a comprehensive running CV that attests to their accomplishments. These individuals have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to pushing their limits and exhibit unbridled enthusiasm for the sport. Moreover, they have diligently maintained a rigorous training program, consistently engaging in running along with other endurance sports activities, logging 5 times or more per week. This dedication further underscores their prowess and commitment to their trail running journey.
This category is tailored for individuals who are new to trail running and are eager to transition from road running to trails. They exhibit enthusiasm and a willingness to explore new aspects of the sport, such as night running and incorporating running poles. Seeking guidance and knowledge, they aim to broaden their horizons in the world of trail running. These runners can comfortably complete a 10km run in under one hour, running 3-4 times a week.
🏃 Experience Level: 2
This category caters to individuals who are committed to elevating their trail running prowess and pushing their limits. They are proficient at comfortably completing 15km runs on both roads and undulating trails, all while maintaining a consistent running routine of 3-5 times per week. Their enthusiasm for the sport is evident, as they are determined to progress in trail running. Furthermore, they bring a hiking background and possess some prior experience in mountainous terrain, providing a solid foundation for their trail-running endeavours.
🏃 Experience Level: 3
This experience level is tailored for the seasoned trail runner. They have a wealth of experience in trail running and are no strangers to the mountainous terrain. Proficient on various landscapes, they tackle everything from rocky ascents to challenging descents with ease. Comfortably covering 15-20 kilometres on roads is a routine achievement for them, and they frequently dedicate days to exploring mountainous regions. Maintains a running routine consistently of 3-5 times per week. Their enthusiasm for the sport knows no bounds. They are eager to embrace new challenges, constantly pushing their limits. Whether it's trying out novel trail running experiences or embarking on adventurous journeys, this level represents individuals who thrive on the excitement and diversity of trail running.
🏃 Experience Level: 4
This category is reserved for highly experienced runners who have accumulated an impressive track record of tackling diverse mountain challenges across various distances. They not only possess a history of successful mountain endeavours but also boast a comprehensive running CV that attests to their accomplishments. These individuals have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to pushing their limits and exhibit unbridled enthusiasm for the sport. Moreover, they have diligently maintained a rigorous training program, consistently engaging in running along with other endurance sports activities, logging 5 times or more per week. This dedication further underscores their prowess and commitment to their trail running journey.
