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ARCHIVED RACE: Gobi March (China) 2013 @ Gobi Desert, Xinjiang Province, China on 02 June 2013

Race Info & Description

Race Information:

  • Event Name: Gobi March (China) 2013
  • Distance (KMs): 250
  • Distance (Miles): 150
  • Date: 02 June 2013
  • Start Time: 07.00
  • Venue: Gobi Desert
  • Best Time (Men): 23:12:33
  • Best Time (Women): 27:53:21
  • Organised By: RacingThePlanet
  • Race Website: Click Here.

Race Facilities

  • Has Toilets? No
  • Has Changing Facilities? No
  • Has Water Stations? Multiple waterstations
  • Has Prizes / Awards? Yes - Has Awards or Prizes

Race Description

The Gobi March is part of the 4 Deserts series which was named by TIME magazine as the #1 footrace in the world, and as one of the world’s top 10 endurance events. It is a seven-day, six-stage, 250-kilometer / 150-mile footrace across the Gobi Desert of China.

During the 250-kilometer / 150-mile event, competitors must carry their own personal gear, food and clothing in a backpack. The only assistance provided to them is water (plenty) for drinking and making food, tents to sleep in at night, and medical and management support.

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