There are extreme endurance challenges, and then there’s the Fitbit Fifty.
Between Friday 30th September and Sunday 2nd October, two teams of six people will attempt to run and cycle from Buckingham Palace to Edinburgh Castle and back, within 50 hours – a feat never previously attempted. And you could be a part of it. Read on below, and apply before Monday 8th August.
Fitbit and Coach are offering amateur athletes across Britain an all-expenses paid place in the inaugural edition of this groundbreaking event, organised by event experts Human Race.
The challenge starts with a 10K run from Buckingham Palace to the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. The teams will then tackle the cycling legs in a two-up time trial format, with pairs of riders swapping every hour as they journey north through the English countryside.
There’s a break from the saddle near Doncaster for the second 10K run, then it’s back on the bikes all the way to Edinburgh, passing through the Yorkshire Dales, the Pennines and Northumberland fells. Teams travel the final 5km to Edinburgh Castle on foot, before retracing the route back to Buckingham Palace.
As you’ve probably worked out, this is no small challenge, demanding 50km of running and up to 16 hours’ cycling per person. It’s ideally suited to men and women with Ironman, ultra-running or long-distance sportive experience and with the drive to test themselves in a challenge unlike any other.
It’s tough, but Fitbit and Coach will help you every step up of the way. Those selected to take part will receive:
- A Fitbit Surge sports watch (£200) with built-in GPS
- A set of Fitbit Aria WiFi-enabled smart scales (£100)
- Branded racing kit
- Accommodation in London, travel and meals - nutritionally tailored for performance
- Exclusive training plans and advice from experts including former Olympian and sports scientist Greg Whyte
- Exclusive place in the team (12 participants)
Total prize valued at £2,200. Enter below and pass selection, and all this is yours for FREE!
Are you game? Then tell us about yourself below by Monday 8th August. We’ll contact the shortlisted entrants that week. Good luck!
