2 weeks to go until the City2Surf!
Are you almost ready for the City2Surf? Before you cross the start line with the biggest veteran and family team on Sunday 11 August, this email is jam-packed but contains important info to help you plan your day, including;
- Bib collection and bag drop
- Transport and road closures
- Safety information
- Pre-race training videos
- Win limited-edition RSL NSW merch
The City2Surf page on the RSL NSW website is continually updated, so click the link the below and check back regularly as race day approaches.
Please note: All RSL NSW City2Surf Team bibs have now been allocated, and no substitutions can be made. If you need to can’t participate due to health reasons, please email events@rslnsw.org.au to let us know.
PLAN YOUR RACE DAY…
Bag drop: A baggage service is offered by City2Surf to all participants. Please check the City2Surf website for more information, including drop-off and pick-up locations. If you are travelling from a community outside Sydney and you require bag-drop facilities, ANZAC House has limited capabilities to accept bag drops. Please reach out to events@rslnsw.org.au for assistance. As an alternative, please consider donating your discarded clothes on race day at the City2Surf starting line.
Bib collection: A reminder that ALL bibs will be shipped to ANZAC House, even those that qualified for free shipping during early registrations. There are two options for bib collection:
- Collect from ANZAC House (Level 11, 175 Pitt Street Sydney) from Monday 5 August to Thursday 8 August 8:30am to 5pm and Friday 9 August 8:30am to Midday
- Collect on race day at the pre-race breakfast function at ANZAC House
Pre-race function from 6:30am: Join your fellow teammates and get race-ready at the pre-race breakfast function at ANZAC House (Mezzanine Level, 175 Pitt Street, Sydney). This is a great opportunity to collect your bib and T-shirt, grab a bite to eat, and participate in a group warm-up. If you cannot join the pre-race function, please meet at The Cenotaph in Martin Place for a team photo. Check the City2Surf page on the RSL NSW website for all times related to the team photos and pre-race function. If you are heading straight to the City2Surf start line, please check the start map to find out where you need to be.
Course map: The course will be clearly marked on the day, but please take five minutes to review the City2Surf course map, which shows first aid, bathroom and hydration stations. Printed copies of the map will be available at the pre-race function.
Post-race celebration: After you cross the finish line at Bondi Beach, head directly to Hotel Bondi (178 Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach) to recharge with complimentary food and drinks, and a DJ spinning tunes. All RSL NSW City2Surf team members will have access to an exclusive team area and balcony, as well as stretching and decompression spaces.
Transport: Free travel on public transport is included with your race registration. Please ensure you have a copy of your City2Surf registration confirmation to show transport staff when boarding train, metro, bus, light rail, or ferry services. Please note: Metro in the Sydney CBD will be operational from 4 August, and Martin Place station is closest to ANZAC House. After the race, City2Surf shuttle buses will run to Bondi Junction, where you can connect with trains or buses.
Don’t forget to complete your waiver!
There are two waivers that must be completed before you can participate in the City2Surf. The first waiver was completed during your race registration with City2Surf. Please take two minutes to complete the RSL NSW Team waiver prior to race day. (Please note: A waiver must be completed for each person registered in the RSL NSW team, including children.)
Access free pre-race training videos:
Need a little help prepping for race day? RSL NSW has teamed up with an exercise physiologist to create a series of training videos that cater to all experience levels and are free to access on the RSL NSW website. Please note: These videos are designed to be used in conjunction with a personalised plan from a qualified trainer or coach. Don’t forget to show us how you’re training…
Win a limited edition RSL NSW City2Surf hat!
Share how you’re training for the City2Surf for a chance to win a limited-edition RSL NSW hat. Get creative and show us how you’re preparing to join the largest veteran and family member team in the World’s biggest fun run. To enter:
- Get creative to show us how you’re training, or who you’re training with
- Tag @rslnsw and #RSLNSWSport on your post on Facebook or Instagram to win
- Make sure your profile is set to public to enter
- Winners will be notified via DM and hats will be collected on race day
- Check the RSL NSW website for T&Cs
Ready to run/walk from the Sydney CBD to Bondi with the race’s biggest veteran and family member team? We can’t wait to see you there!
