The Sundown Round

Starting and finishing at the doors of Further Faster, the Sundown Round is an individual challenge to be embraced between Sundown and Sunrise, at any time of year.

There are 10 way points and summits to reach, which you can complete clockwise or anti-clockwise. Which, depending on your route choice, is approximately 65km and 1600m of ascent.

You can do this on any day of the year; summer might be nicer weather, but winter will give you more time to complete the run!

Inspired by our friends at The Climbers Shop in the Lake District (where the idea of Further Faster was first planted) this is a challenge that literally starts and finishes on our doorstep, taking in all the peaks you can see from Rocky and Julz's office upstairs from the shop, plus a few more!

Martin 'Rocky' Walker outside Further Faster to start the Sundown ROund

Further Faster Sundown Round Rules:

You must start and end your sundown round at Further Faster.
Must take place between sunset and sunrise (during the night).
You must hit every point – but you can go clockwise or anti-clockwise, it's your choice.
This can be completed at any time of the year, winter and summer, offering different benefits and challenges along the way.
The Sundown Round is not marked, and you must use your own navigation skills to get from point to point.
Please follow all council and DOC rules and respect private property.
Make sure you are properly equipped for your Sundown round as you would be for any other race, or long run/hike.
The Sundown Round is approximately 65km with 1610m ascent.
We encourage you to have your friends join you, pace you, or even set up mini aid stations as you run.
Record your Sundown Round time on any GPS system you like, and save it to be added to our system. Male and Female FKT will be recorded for both clockwise and anticlockwise route choices.