Pre Race Information
Let’s get ready for Lugtons Round the Bridges 2025
Find out everything you need to properly prepare for this year’s race!
Pre-Race Check List
- Collect your race bib at one of our Bib Collection Sessions and make sure it is securely and visibly attached to your front for race day
- Ensure you fill in back of your race bib with all important information
- Your bib includes your timing chip and this will activate when you cross the start and finish line
- There are drink stations throughout the course, but make sure to hydrate before, during and after the race
- Wear sunscreen – even if it is a cloudy day
- Public toilets are located in Garden Place
Event Merchandise
To celebrate 80 years running we have a fantastic range of Thermatech Lugtons Round the Bridges merchandise available for men, women and kids. You can purchase online when you register, or by clicking on this link https://eventplus.net/RTB25/shop
If you have chosen to collect your merchandise, purchases must be collected at the Bib Collection sessions at Hamilton City Library on Saturday 15th November or Sunday 16th November where Thermatech will be onsite. There will be no on-site sales.
Please note there will be no collection of merchandise during Bib Collection at the Ticketek Window at Globox Arena. If for any reason you cannot collect your merchandise during the allocated times you will have to contact Thermatech directly to discuss delivery.
Training Guides
To help you get ready for race day, we have a 12 Week Training Guide, put together by the coaches at Hamilton Harriers Club! There is a Beginner and Advanced Guide to help you on your training journey.
Additional Training Options –
Tuesday Nights (until Sept 30)
Speedwork sessions starting from the Hawks Clubrooms, Grantham Street.
Meet 5.15pm for a warm up jog to that week’s location (within 3km of the clubrooms).
From Sept 30 – Tuesday Nights = The Cook Summer Series
A fun & timed 5km run from The Cook at 5.30pm.
Perfect if you’re keen to push yourself, enjoy the buzz of a friendly competition, or just run at your own pace with great encouragement.
Thursday Nights – Hawks Social Run
Meet at Grantham Street Clubrooms at 5.15pm for a 5.30pm start.
Find runners or walkers at your pace, enjoy a safe group run, and stick around for the post-run social vibes.
Whether you’re chasing a PB, looking for accountability, or just want some friendly company on your run, the Hawks have you covered!