Chennai Trail Ultra 2023
Welcome to Chennai Trail Club, where we want individuals to break free from the mundane routine and immerse yourself in the wonders of the trails.
Tips to be followed
The terrain is not same:
We call it a multi-terrain marvel. Therefore, running in the trail has its own unique challenges and being watchful and alert while running on the trail.
Find your rhythm:
Running off road can be exhausting, focus on finding the rhythm until you sense being one with the terrain.
Run with a buddy:
If you are not aiming at a podium finish or personal best, run with a buddy so that you can be safe inside the trails.
Keep your eyes on the trail:
It can be tempting to look at the nature around you, but doing so can quickly lead to tripping and falling. It is advisable to keep your eyes on the trail.
Taste the Chennai Canyons:
It is best to avoid comparing your pace, as you will be slower than your normal road-running pace. Instead, slow your pace and develop a trail tempo.
Sport with your Trail shoes:
If you have a pair of trail running shoes, sport with them. They reduce the chance of ankle rolls with a high heel.
Accessorise:
It is advisable to apply sunscreen, wear your sunglasses, cap/hat or carry a piece of white cotton cloth to cover yourself when the sun is pretty hard after 8 a.m.
Terrain & Trail
Terrain & Trail
The running route of CTU is a mesmerizing multi-terrain experience. Runners will traverse dams, cashew farms, canyons, paddy fields, small villages, sandy riverbeds, and vast grasslands. The trail encompasses hard dirt tracks, red soil with small gravel, sand trails, sections of tar roads, and grasslands. Running on such uneven terrain demands heightened focus from runners, particularly for those participating in the 32 km/50 km Ultra race during dark hours. It is important to stay balanced and avoid venturing off the trail into water bodies or surrounding vegetation.
Maintaining Cleanliness
Runners are advised not to throw any cups, wrappers (chocolate/gels), other waste either on the trail or inside water bodies. Use the waste bins kept near the refreshment points. Sholavaram tank is one of the well maintained tank and major supplier of drinking water to the people of Chennai city. Therefore, requesting the cooperation from the runners to maintain the cleanliness of the tank and the trail.
Please note that barefoot running is not recommended.
Maintaining Cleanliness
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