This area of the website is designed for those who are signed up to the 2024 Isle of Wight Challenge, to help plan and prepare for the event!
Now that you’ve taken part in the event – we’d love to hear your feedback on what we did well and what we can improve on. Please fill out the short form below to receive instructions on how to view your timings & certificates for the challenge.
You MUST download the App for access to key info & updates. Available in both the Apple or Google Stores, search ‘Action Challenge’ and download. Then, on the front screen (OR go to ‘Load New’ in the burger menu if you already have the base App installed) enter the code IOW24 – which downloads the info for the Isle of Wight Challenge.
You can view the App Info on a Computer:
The App holds all key information that you will need for the day including the final event guide, route maps, parking, camping & transfers and FAQs on managing your place. The App will also get updated in the lead up to the Challenge, – so make sure you have it on your phone!
A must read as it has important on the day information including details about our registration process, supporter access, car parking & transport arrangements, how you get your bib & event pass / timing chip, route information & more.
Please note: this Event Guide may be subject to changes & revisions
You can expect to hear from your chosen charity within 2 weeks of registering onto your Ultra Challenge. Whilst every charity communicates slightly differently with their fundraisers – most offer advice, fundraising buckets/ donation tins, t-shirts etc.
However you don’t need to wait for them! Follow the guidelines below; set up your online JustGiving sponsorship donation page – and let your friends, family or work colleagues know where to find it – and get started!
If you have not heard from your charity within 2 weeks of signing up – then please email us at: charity@acitonchallenge.com
If you’re supporting a charity, to enable them to track your fundraising; know when you’ve reached your agreed target, and confirm your place with us (for Full Sponsorship & Mixed Funding) – you MUST set up your online fundraising / sponsorship page via JustGiving – under the correct event page . Use the link below.
Due to a technical issue, there will be a small delay in sending out the start time email. In the meantime, you can view the Start Time List via the button below.
If you have registered ON OR BEFORE the 1 April your name & start time should be on the list linked below.
PLEASE NOTE: If your name is not on the list and you registered on or after the 2 April, you will be sent your bib number & start time alongside your E-ticket by no later than COP on 24 APRIL.
If you are not on the starting list and you registered on or before the 1 April, please complete the e-ticket request form linked within the list below.
This is the final list and will not be updated again before the event.
If you have registered ON OR BEFORE the 18 April your name, bib number & start time should be on the list linked below.
PLEASE NOTE: If your name is not on the list and you registered on or after the 19 April, you will be sent your bib number & start time alongside your E-ticket by no later than COP on 27 APRIL.
If you are not on the starting list and you registered on or before the 18 April, please complete the e-ticket request form linked within the list below.
This is the final list and will not be updated again before the event.
Download your certificate & check out your time in the link below!
1. Visit the Timing Website (below)
2. Search for yourself on the top left toolbar (either name or bib number)
3. Click on the scroll icon to the left of your timing profile (labelled ‘Certif’)
4. Click to download your certificate!
If your overall time appears incorrect for some reason – please complete our short enquiry form so that we are able to update it for you.
A run down of what to expect on the Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge 2024 hosted by the Event Director Julian Risley
If you are new to Ultra Challenges, and unsure how or where to begin your training download our training guides that will help you on your way. From 25km, 50km to 100km, whether you are walking or running, these plans will allow you to plan & prepare for event day.
The Ultra Challenge Facebook community is 70,000 strong – and growing – and is a great place to meet fellow challengers, hear how others have prepared & trained, organise transport, and even join meet-up walks as part of your preparation. The community has deep experience within it, it’s a very useful resource, it’s friendly, and would welcome you with open arms!
From high quality event branded tech t-shirts to jazzy leggings – we also have hoodies, hats, buffs & more to help you get kitted out for your challenge.
Download the GPX file of your route, to have the map at your finger tips on the day either on Garmin or through your phone on Outdoors GPS, OS Maps, View Ranger or Kommot.
All Bookable Extras are now closed.
You can still purchase parking & post-event transfers on the day!
Please ensure you read the communication we have sent on all optional extras so you know where you are going & what to do on the day!
If you’d like family & friends to track your real time progress on your Ultra Challenge, then why not book a new Geo Tracker! Pick it up at the start of the event – share the map with them – and then they’ll be able to see exactly where you are – day & night !
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