Sunday, May 9, 2027
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Terrain
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The Drop - York is a navigation challenge where participants are taken to an unknown location and must find their own way back to the event centre without route markers, directions, maps, GPS, or a compass. Electronic devices and watches are handed in at registration.
Blindfolded bus deployment to unknown location
Navigation without maps, GPS, or compass
Optional live GPS tracking for safety
Start / Finish
Unknown drop location (secret)
Up & Running, 9 Colliergate, York, YO1 8BP
Terrain
Route
Getting There
What to bring
Suitable running/walking attire
Trainers
What you get
Race number
Sealed emergency bag
Blindfold (or approved alternative)
Optional live GPS tracking (extra cost)
On the day
Before you enter
Other questions
It is a blindfolded navigation challenge where participants are taken to an unknown location and must find their own way back to the event centre without maps, GPS, or any navigational aids.
Participants are driven by bus to a secret drop point while wearing blackout blindfolds. Once blindfolds are removed, their time starts and they must return on foot.
No. All such devices must be handed in at registration. GPS is only allowed if sealed inside the emergency bag for emergencies. Breaking the seal results in disqualification.
A sealed bag given to each participant containing emergency contact info and possibly other items. It must not be opened unless in a genuine emergency.
Yes, optional live GPS tracking is available for an additional cost. Trackers are accurate to about 5 metres but can be affected by tall buildings and signal black spots.
Entry fee not listed
Check the race's registration page for pricing.York, United Kingdom
Sunday, May 9, 2027
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