COME GET YOUR PB AT THE BNAC MARATHON
COME GET YOUR PB AT THE 2024 BNAC MARATHON
ENTRY FEES & DISTANCES
T-Shirts to the first 250 online ULTRA & MARATHON entrants & medals to ALL finishers.
ENTRY FEES & DISTANCES
T-Shirts to the first 250 online MARATHON / ULTRA entrants
Medals to ALL finishers.
5 KM
R100
* No Late Entry Fee
10 KM
R200
* Late Entry Fee R250
21.1 KM
R250
* Late Entry Fee R300
42.2 KM
R300
* Late Entry Fee R350
48 KM
R350
* Late Entry Fee R400
T-Shirts to the first 250 online ULTRA & MARATHON entrants
START TIMES
START TIMES
48KM |42.2 KM | 21.1KM
06h00
10 KM | 5KM
06h10
RACE WALKING LEAGUE
06h15
42.2|21.1|48KM
06h00
5|10KM
06h10
RACE WALKING LEAGUE
06h15
FAQ's
Frequently Asked Race Questions
Where does the BNAC Marathon start and finish?
The race will start and finish at the Benoni Northerns Sports Club grounds on the Cnr O'Reilly Merry & Brodigan Street, Northmead, Benoni.
What time does it start?
48KM|42.2KM and 21.1KM | 06h00
10KM and 5KM | 06h10
RACE WALKING LEAGUE | 6h15
Can I enter online?
Yes, you can enter online. No Store or Manual entries are available
Where can I enter?
Enter online here
Late Entries Available at Benoni Northerns Sports Club:
Friday, 19 April 2024 from 10:00 to 19:00
Saturday, 20 April 2024 from 9:00 to 17:00
RACE DAY from 4:30 until 30 minutes before the race
NO REFUNDSLate Entries Available at Benoni Northerns Sports Club:
Friday, 19 April 2024 from 10:00 to 19:00
Saturday, 20 April 2024 from 9:00 to 17:00
RACE DAY from 4:30 until 30 minutes before the race
NO REFUNDSNO REFUNDS
When do online close?
ONLINE ENTRIES CLOSE MIDNIGHT 16 APRIL 2024.
No Store or Manual entries are available
Will late entries be accepted?
Late Entries Available at Benoni Northerns Sports Club:
Friday, 19 April 2024 from 10:00 to 19:00
Saturday, 20 April 2024 from 9:00 to 17:00
RACE DAY from 4:30 until 30 minutes before the race
NO REFUNDS
How do I get my race number?
During the entry process, you can opt to have your race number couriered to you.
OR
Race numbers can also be collected at Benoni Northerns Sports Club:
Friday, 19 April 2024 from 10:00 to 19:00
Saturday, 20 April 2024 from 9:00 to 17:00
RACE DAY from 4:30
Am I allowed to bring my pram and my dog along for the run/walk?
Regrettably, animals are not allowed on the race route. Any distance that you wish to run with a pram must get permission from the race organizer.
Will there be electronic timing at the BNAC Marathon?
Electronic timing will be done by Chamberlains Timekeeping in partnership with FinishTime on the 48km, 42.2km, 21.1km and 10km events. The timing chips will be fixed to race numbers.
Will my result be automatically submitted to Comrades?
The Marathon qualifying times are automatically submitted to
Comrades.
Can my children participate?
Children of all ages are welcome on the 5km. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
10km minimum age is 15 years
21.1km minimum age is 16 years
48km & 42.2km minimum age is 20 years
Numeric age category ID tags to be worn on the back and front of the vest and clearly visible. Proof of age must be produced on request on the day.
What time will prize giving take place?
Prize giving for the 10km and 21.1km events will take place at 9am.
Prize giving for the 42.2km and 48km events will take place at 11am.
Who can I contact if I have a query?
Whatsapp: Kerry 066 468 3689
Email: races@bnac.co.za
Will I get a T-Shirt?
T-Shirts to first 250 online ULTRA & MARATHON entrants ONLY.
T-Shirts will be available to purchase during the online entry process until 28 February
Will I get a medal?
Yes, you will receive a medal on completing your BNAC Marathon event.
What are the race rules?
1. The race is run in accordance with the rules of ASA and CGA. Athletes indemnify the national, provincial, and regional bodies, sponsors, and organisers of the race against all or any actions of whatsoever nature that may arise out of their participation in the race.
2. Registered athletes, who must be members of a club affiliated to ASA to wear their club colours, must wear their 2023 licence number (front and back).
3. Non-registered athletes must purchase a temporary license to run in the 10km, 21.1km and 42.2km events. Temporary licenses can be purchased with entries. Temporary-licenced athletes must wear plain clothing with the issued temporary licence numbers.
4. Licensed athletes who do not wear their 2023 licence numbers must purchase a temporary licence or face disqualification.
5. Licensed athlete's not wearing Club colours may face disqualification.
6. Race number to be worn on the front of the vest on top of the provincial A.S.A licence number not concealing “the sponsors' logos” at the top of the licence.
7. 10km minimum age is 15 years; 21.1km minimum age is 16 years and 42.2km minimum age is 20 years. Numeric age category ID tags are to be worn on the back and front of the vest, and clearly visible. Proof of age must be produced on request on the day.
8. Walkers are welcome for the 10km, 10km and 21.1km events. Walkers must comply with international walking rules.
9. Walkers must wear identifying W's clearly visible back and front of their vests.
10. Wheelchair athletes are welcome but due to safety reasons may only participate in the 21.1km race. Only the following wheelchair makes may compete: a normal athlete chair or a rugby, basketball or tennis wheelchair. Other types of wheelchairs will not be accepted due to safety reasons.
11. No seconding allowed.
12. 6-hour cut-off for the marathon.
13. Proof of age for prize winners may be required and to be presented to referees before prize-giving. Prizes will be withheld until all necessary details of the winners are confirmed.
14. No blades, cyclists or mechanically operated devices are allowed in the race.
15. Regrettably, no animals will be allowed on the route of the race.
16. No refunds will be entertained.
17. International athletes must provide a clearance letter from the country of origin to the referee in the event of winning a prize.
18. Foreign athletes may not run with a provincial license unless they are domiciled within the Republic. All foreign athletes will be required to purchase a temporary license or face disqualification.
19. Foreign athletes are not allowed to run in South African club colours unless such Club exists in their country of origin, or they are in possession of a refugee status permit or are naturalized citizens of RSA.
(Refer to IAAF Rule 4).
20. Wearing headphones/earphones is prohibited.
21. Athletes may not run with another athlete’s race number unless by prior arrangement with the race organiser.
22. The race organiser retains the right to refuse entry and eject persons under the influence of drugs or alcohol who are disorderly or engage in inappropriate behaviour vandalism or evade paying for admission.
23. Runners participating without buying a race entry will also face disqualification and will not be entitled to any benefits associated with the race and will be liable for a double entry fee charge.
24. Habitual offenders (those who regularly participate without purchasing a race entry) will be called to a CGA disciplinary.
25. Objections must be lodged within 30 minutes before or after prize-giving in writing to the chief referee accompanied by R500, which is refundable if the appeal is upheld.
26. Athletes are only eligible for prize money for the race they have entered.
27. All athletes participate at their own risk. Athletes acknowledge by entering the event that they are medically fit to participate. All athletes must supply the name and contact number of their next of kin on both the race numbers and entry form.
28. Littering is not allowed. Athletes are to dispose of any litter in appropriate bins. Athletes can be disqualified if they litter.
29. Electronic timing will be done by Chamberlains Timekeeping in partnership with FinishTime. The timing chips will be fixed to race numbers.
30. To ensure that you are accurately recorded in the Race Results it is important that you wear the race number supplied which is associated with the details you provided during the entry process.
31. NO CHIP. NO RESULTS.
32. The Marathon qualifying times are automatically submitted to Comrades.
What are the cut off times?
There is a 6 hour cut-off for the marathon and 6 hour 30 minute cut-off for the 48km event.
What can I expect from the route?
The 42.2km is a double lapper of the 21.1km route through the beautiful Ebotse Links Golf Course. It is a fast and flat route, with a slight incline coming out of the golf estate. Expect friendly marshals and well-stocked water tables.
FAQ's
Frequently Asked Race Questions
Where does the BNAC Marathon start and finish?
The race will start and finish at the Benoni Northerns Sports Club grounds on the Cnr O'Reilly Merry & Brodigan Street, Northmead, Benoni.
What time does it start?
48KM, 42.2KM and 21.1KM | 06h00
10KM and 5KM | 06h10
RACE WALKING LEAGUE | 06h15
Can I enter online?
Yes, you can enter online. No Store or Manual entries are available
Where can I enter?
Enter online here
Late Entries Available at Benoni Northerns Sports Club:
Friday, 19 April 2024 from 10:00 to 19:00
Saturday, 20 April 2024 from 9:00 to 17:00
RACE DAY from 4:30 until 30 minutes before the race
NO REFUNDS
When do online entries close?
ONLINE ENTRIES CLOSE MIDNIGHT 16 APRIL 2024.
No Store or Manual entries are available
Will late entries be accepted?
Late entries will be taken at Benoni Northerns Sports Club at 1 Brodigan Street, Northmead, Benoni on the following days:
Friday, 19 April 2024 from 10:00 to 19:00
Saturday, 20 April 2024 from 9:00 to 17:00
RACE DAY from 4:30
How do I get my race number?
During the entry process, you can opt to have your race number couriered to you.
OR
Race numbers can also be collected at Benoni Northerns Sports Club:
Friday, 19 April 2024 from 10:00 to 19:00
Saturday, 20 April 2024 from 9:00 to 17:00
RACE DAY from 4:30
Am I allowed to bring my pram and my dog along for the run/walk?
Regrettably, animals are not allowed on the race route. Any distance that you wish to run with a pram must get permission from the race organizer.
Will there be electronic timing at the BNAC Marathon?
Electronic timing will be done by Chamberlains Timekeeping in partnership with FinishTime on the 48km, 42.2km, 21.1km and 10km events. The timing chips will be fixed to race numbers.
The 5km Fun Run will be manually timed (Pre-entries ONLY)
Late entries to the 5km will not be timed
Will my result be automatically submitted to Comrades?
The Ultra and Marathon qualifying times are automatically submitted to
Comrades.
Can my children participate?
10km minimum age is 14 years; 21.1km minimum age is 16 years and 42.2km & ultra minimum age is 20 years.
There is no age restriction for the 5km race. Children under 9 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
Numeric age category ID tags to be worn on the back and front of the vest and clearly visible to be eligible for a prize. Proof of age must be produced on request on the day.
What time will prize giving take place?
PRIZEGIVING
10KM & 21.1KM AT 9AM
42.2KM & 48KM AT 11AM
Who can I contact if I have a query?
Whatsapp: Kerry 066 468 3689
Email: races@bnac.co.za
Will I get a T-Shirt?
Free T-Shirts to first 250 online MARATHON entrants ONLY.
T-Shirts are available to buy when entering online. The closing date for T-shirt purchases is 27 January 2023.
Will I get a medal?
Yes, you will receive a medal on completing your BNAC Marathon event.
What are the race rules?
1. The race is run in accordance with the rules of ASA and CGA. Athletes indemnify the national, provincial, and regional bodies, sponsors, and organisers of the race against all or any actions of whatsoever nature that may arise out of their participation in the race.
2. Registered athletes, who must be members of a club affiliated to ASA to wear their club colours, must wear their 2023 licence number (front and back).
3. Non-registered athletes must purchase a temporary license to run in the 10km, 21.1km and 42.2km events. Temporary licenses can be purchased with entries. Temporary-licenced athletes must wear plain clothing with the issued temporary licence numbers.
4. Licensed athletes who do not wear their 2023 licence numbers must purchase a temporary licence or face disqualification.
5. Licensed athlete's not wearing Club colours may face disqualification.
6. Race number to be worn on the front of the vest on top of the provincial A.S.A licence number not concealing “the sponsors' logos” at the top of the licence.
7. 10km minimum age is 15 years; 21.1km minimum age is 16 years and 42.2km minimum age is 20 years. Numeric age category ID tags are to be worn on the back and front of the vest, and clearly visible. Proof of age must be produced on request on the day.
8. Walkers are welcome for the 10km, 10km and 21.1km events. Walkers must comply with international walking rules.
9. Walkers must wear identifying W's clearly visible back and front of their vests.
10. Wheelchair athletes are welcome but due to safety reasons may only participate in the 21.1km race. Only the following wheelchair makes may compete: a normal athlete chair or a rugby, basketball or tennis wheelchair. Other types of wheelchairs will not be accepted due to safety reasons.
11. No seconding allowed.
12. 6-hour cut-off for the marathon.
13. Proof of age for prize winners may be required and to be presented to referees before prize-giving. Prizes will be withheld until all necessary details of the winners are confirmed.
14. No blades, cyclists or mechanically operated devices are allowed in the race.
15. Regrettably, no animals will be allowed on the route of the race.
16. No refunds will be entertained.
17. International athletes must provide a clearance letter from the country of origin to the referee in the event of winning a prize.
18. Foreign athletes may not run with a provincial license unless they are domiciled within the Republic. All foreign athletes will be required to purchase a temporary license or face disqualification.
19. Foreign athletes are not allowed to run in South African club colours unless such Club exists in their country of origin, or they are in possession of a refugee status permit or are naturalized citizens of RSA.
(Refer to IAAF Rule 4).
20. Wearing headphones/earphones is prohibited.
21. Athletes may not run with another athlete’s race number unless by prior arrangement with the race organiser.
22. The race organiser retains the right to refuse entry and eject persons under the influence of drugs or alcohol who are disorderly or engage in inappropriate behaviour vandalism or evade paying for admission.
23. Runners participating without buying a race entry will also face disqualification and will not be entitled to any benefits associated with the race and will be liable for a double entry fee charge.
24. Habitual offenders (those who regularly participate without purchasing a race entry) will be called to a CGA disciplinary.
25. Objections must be lodged within 30 minutes before or after prize-giving in writing to the chief referee accompanied by R500, which is refundable if the appeal is upheld.
26. Athletes are only eligible for prize money for the race they have entered.
27. All athletes participate at their own risk. Athletes acknowledge by entering the event that they are medically fit to participate. All athletes must supply the name and contact number of their next of kin on both the race numbers and entry form.
28. Littering is not allowed. Athletes are to dispose of any litter in appropriate bins. Athletes can be disqualified if they litter.
29. Electronic timing will be done by Chamberlains Timekeeping in partnership with FinishTime. The timing chips will be fixed to race numbers.
30. To ensure that you are accurately recorded in the Race Results it is important that you wear the race number supplied which is associated with the details you provided during the entry process.
31. NO CHIP. NO RESULTS.
32. The Marathon qualifying times are automatically submitted to Comrades.
What are the cut off times?
There is a 6 hour cut-off for the marathon and 6 hours 30 minutes for the ultra.
What can I expect from the route?
The 42.2km is a double lapper of the 21.1km route through the beautiful Ebotse Links Golf Course. It is a fast and flat route, with a slight incline coming out of the golf estate. Expect friendly marshals and well-stocked water tables.
CONTACT US
CONTACT US
Tel: 066 468 3689
E-Mail: races@bnac.co.za
Benoni Northerns Sports Club
CNR O'Reilly Merry & Brodigan Street
Northmead, Benoni
GPS Co-Ordinates
Latitude: 26 10'23.16"S
Longitude: 28 19'42.33"E
www.bnac.co.za
@benoninorthernsmarathon
Follow us on Facebook to stay up to date with all the race information.
Benoni Northerns Sports Club
CNR O'Reilly Merry & Brodigan Street
Northmead, Benoni
GPS Co-Ordinates
Latitude: 26 10'23.16"S
Longitude: 28 19'42.33"E
www.bnac.co.za
@benoninorthernsmarathon
Follow us on Facebook to stay up to date with all the race information.
Tel: 066 468 3689
E-Mail: races@bnac.co.za
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