A race between two legs and four

Riders

Wedderburn

March 6, 2027

Humans vs Horses – A 40 km route with 900m vert.

Human and Horse Fun Run – A 24 km route with 650m vert.

Both routes start and finish at Wedderburn.

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Entry Fees

40 km

  • Early Bird – $115 (until December 5)
  • Standard – $135 (from December 6 till February 20)
  • Late – $165 (from February 21)

24 km

  • Early Bird – $70 (until December 5)
  • Standard – $90 (from December 6 till February 20)
  • Late – $120 (from February 21)

Paddocking at Wedderburn Lodge and Cottages – $10 per horse per night (bring your own tape for fencing).

Horse trucks/floats $10 per person, per night.

(plus 4% for credit card processing)

Please read the Terms and Conditions.

Aid Stations

  • Please note aid stations are for runners only.
  • Water for horses will be available at the Derelict Building.

Vet Checks

Vet check at Derelict Building for 40k horses only.

  • Heart rate must drop to 64bpm with 20 minutes and not be lame or horse will be disqualified.

Vet check at finish for all horses.

  • Heart rate must drop to 64bpm within 20 minutes of finish and not be lame or horse will be disqualified.

Cut off times

  • Derelict Building (20k) – 2:00pm
  • Mt Ida Station Gate (26km) – 2:45pm (40km only)
  • Mt Ida Rd Aid Station (33.5km) – 4pm (40 km only)
  • Finish – 5pm 

Timetable

Saturday

  • 8:30am – Registration
  • 9:45am – Briefing
  • 10:00am – Runners start
  • 10:15am – Horses start
  • 5pm – Final cut off time and ongoing celebration at Wedderburn Tavern:
  • 6pm – Prize-giving
  • 6:30pm – Buffet dinner and entertainment (tickets $40 per person available on registration).
  • 8pm – Auction, live band and dancing!

Horse/Rider Requirements

  • Able to jump 70cm for 40km. 40km has 2 spars. 24k has 1 spar less than 40cm – horse would be able to step over.
  • Able to ride 40km.
  • Horse must be fit and used to steep and varied terrain. Both routes have a short steep section 12km in.

Equipment

  • Safety helmet.
  • Recommended items
    • Vet wrap (if not wearing a stock)
    • Water bottle
    • Merino thermals
    • Sunblock
    • Waterproof coat
    • A charged cell phone
  • You will need to carry all your own food and water.

Prizes

  • Riders in each event will receive an Only Fools and Horses finisher’s rosette.
  • 40km
    • Jackpot Prize Pool (40km only) – There will be a jackpot prize for the first rider who can beat all the runners ($500). This cash prize will build into the prize pool each year that it is not won. eg, if a runner wins in 2025 they get $500. If no horse wins for 4 years until 2028 it will increase every year by $500 so they, the 2028 winner, will receive $2000!
    • 2026 jackpot for horse that wins overall is $500.
  • 24km
    • Spot prizes only.
    • No placing prizes as this is a fun ride not a race.

Safety

  • Safety helmet to be worn at all times.
  • Keep left unless passing (normal road rules apply).
  • Riders to call out “Tally Ho” when passing runners and must pass on right hand side (road rules). Please pass with care!
  • Runners to step out of the way, to the left, when horses passing.
  • Horses in the 40k race to be checked by the vet at the Derelict Building Aid Station (20km). All horses (40k and 24k) to be checked by vet at finish. Failure to pass the vet check will result in disqualification.
  • If you pull out for any reason please report to officials at the finish line.
  • If you can’t start the race on the day please let officials know.
  • Race numbers are to be visible at all checkpoints.
  • Cut off times will be enforced.
  • If you come across another competitor in trouble help them out and get help from next marshal/aid station.
  • You are responsible for your own and your horses safety.
  • The course will be well marked but please be familiar with the race map. Please be familiar with the course description information.
  • Always listen to the advice of marshals. They are there for your safety. They are wonderful people who have volunteered their time for your pain and pleasure and we couldn’t put on events like these without them.
  • Please don’t drop any rubbish and if you see any that may have been dropped by another participant please pick it up.
  • No dogs allowed.
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After the Race

This race isn’t just about competing. It’s also about enjoying diverse communities coming together, sharing an experience, and talking about it. The best way to talk about it is over food and drinks!

A BBQ will be available at the start/finish area at the woolshed ($10).

After prize-giving there will be a Buffet Dinner available. This will be a delicious meal using local produce followed by live entertainment (auction, live band and dancing). It’s a great way to come together to share stories and make a great day last longer. Create better memories together!

Bookings are required for the Buffet Dinner ($40 per person). Book on the registration platform for yourself and as many family members and friends as you like. Get in early. Spaces are limited.

Prize-giving, dinner and live entertainment will be held in the Wedderburn Tavern marquee.