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‎Can You Push Through 42 KM? Take on this endurance walk along Wadi Hanifah Trail, designed for sustained pacing, mental grit, and long hours on foot.

This is not a casual walk; it is a full-day challenge focused on endurance. While the goal is to complete the marathon distance, this is also a rare opportunity to test your maximum range. You are free to push for the full 42 KM or exit early once you reach your personal limit.

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📌 Event Details

  • Distance: 42 KM (Full Marathon) — Or your personal best.
  • Duration: ~8–10 hours (Including rest stops — Ending around sunset)
  • Pace: Self-paced, endurance-focused
  • Location: Wadi Hanifah Trail — Sports Boulevard
  • Meeting Point: Shared via WhatsApp with confirmed participants
  • Cost: Free

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👥 Eligibility
This event is designed for participants who:

  • Experience: Have comfortable experience walking long distances.
  • Fitness: Are in good physical condition and free from injuries.
  • Self-Sufficiency: Able to manage your own hydration, nutrition, and arrange your own exit via taxi if you decide to stop early.

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🎒 Preparation & Essentials
This is a self-supported walk. There are no aid stations.

  • 👟 Footwear: Well-tested walking/running shoes (Do not wear new shoes).
  • 💧 Water: 3+ Liters minimum — no refill stations on the trail.
  • 🍫 Fuel: High-energy food/snacks you are used to eating during exercise.
  • 👕 Clothing: Dress in layers (Cold morning / Warm afternoon).
  • 🧢 Sun Protection: Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
  • 🎒 Gear: Small comfortable backpack or hydration vest.
  • ⚡ Electrolytes: Strongly recommended to prevent cramping.
  • 🩹 Care: Blister plasters and spare socks.

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✅ How to Join

  1. RSVP: Select "Attend" on this page.
  2. Register: Complete the brief form to be shared via Meetup DM to confirm your spot.
  3. Confirmation: The meeting point and final details will be shared via WhatsApp DM.

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ℹ️ Route Dynamics

  • Start & Pace: We start together promptly. After the first few kilometers, the group will naturally spread out. You are welcome to walk at your own pace, find a sub-group, or even walk solo, as the trail is well-defined.
  • Flexibility: You are not forced to finish. If you reach your limit before the end, you can exit the trail independently via Uber/Taxi at any point.
  • Coordination: A tracking app will be used to share Live Locations for better coordination. Details will be shared with confirmed participants.
  • Cut-Off: To finish by sunset, we aim for an average moving pace of ~13 min/km or faster.

(Note: Photos below are from the 2025 edition).

Looking forward to a challenging and rewarding day. ⚡

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