2011 marks the 23rd anniversary of the Xstrata Mine 2 Mine. Over the years many have accepted the challenge of this unique 21.1km run between George Fisher Mine and Mount Isa Mines. It is our intention to attract out of town runners to come and experience an outback half marathon with a difference.

Each competitor will receive a race kit including race bib and a commemorative shirt.

When: Sunday 24th July 2011 at 7.30am

Distance: 21.1km

Cost: $50.00

Prize money for first three males and females: 1st $500.00, 2nd $250.00, 3rd $150.00, PLUS an additional $500.00 for the winner if they break Stafford Thompsons  2007 Course Record time of 1:14:04.

REGISTRATION

Registrations close 1.30pm 23rd July 2011 Pre registration is encouraged at the ISA RATS lead up fun runs, or at Sportspower on 23rd July 2011 from 10am to 1.30pm. NO REGISTRATION WILL BE ACCEPTED ON RACE DAY - NO EXCEPTIONS. See Registration for more details. Pick up your race bib and race pack at Sportspower Saturday 23rdth July 10am to 1.30pm. 

CATEGORIES

The Xstrata Mine 2 Mine Half Marathon is open to the following categories:-

OPEN MEN           OPEN WOMEN         VETERAN 40+ MEN         VETERAN 40+ WOMEN       

MEN'S TEAMS       WOMEN'S TEAMS       MIXED TEAMS

WATER STATIONS

• Water stations will be provided at 5km, 10km, 15km and 18km marks.
• Participants are encouraged to carry their own water, which they can fill at water stations if required.
• Water bottles and snacks may be left at water stations. Please write your name and the water station number clearly on your bottles/snacks.

TEAM INFORMATION

• Teams may consist of 2, 3 or 4 members.
• Team changeovers must be made at either 5km, 10km and 15km water stations.