LALKOT By CapitalTrails
Bang in the middle of South Delhi, Lalkot dates back to the 11th century AD. It's older than any other part of Delhi and has bastions, ruins, jungles and gravesites scattered all around. LALKOT is a team race through history where you'll run on this modern city's most ancient soil.
Race Categories
Get a teammate and race over the SHORT route if you want to take it easy - or you want to make it to breakfast fast; or the adrenaline-packed LONG journey that will let the history of Delhi's earliest 'cities' of Lalkot, Rai Pithora and Mehrauli unfold itself for you. Either way, it's a Bring Your Own route party - with parathas at finish!
LONG
16-20km
Distance
100-150m
Vert A/D+
Cutoff
5hrs
SHORT
8-10km
Distance
60-100m
Vert A/D+
Cutoff
3hrs
Minimalist Trail Racing in NCR
Self-Supported, Self-Timed, Self-Navigated
Limited Entries
Participation in Races By CapitalTrails is limited to 30 per category. We do not want to crowd the trails unnecessarily and, thus, are strict about participation limits.
Equal-Opportunity Race
Finishing first at any Races By CapitalTrails event does not guarantee a 'win' as results are normalised for age and gender to give everyone an equal opportunity.
Solo, Relay and Team
Race Solo, in a Team, or with a partner in a Relay - Races By CapitalTrails have all the options that make racing on the NCR trails a unique and personal experience.
Leave No Trace
Everyone participating in any Races By CapitalTrails event is an ambassador for Leave No Trace. This means that nothing is left behind, except footprints.
Self-Navigated and Timed
Races By CapitalTrails have zero route markings. Participants navigate on their own, using a .gpx file, with no extra support, and scan QR codes for timing.
Community-Led
Races By CapitalTrails are 100% community-led and inclusive events. We welcome participants of all ages, genders and preferences - the outdoors belong to everyone.
Mandatory Gear List
Strict gear checks are performed at the start line. Anyone found to not carry any of the following mandatory items will not be allowed to participate in the race.
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Water/Hydration: At least 2L of water and electrolyte mix (combined) for the Long category; at least 1L for the Short category.
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Mobile Phone: Navigation and checkpoint QR code scanning requires a smartphone, which should be (almost) fully charged at the start line.
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Downloaded .gpx File: Route file for the respective category should be downloaded and loaded on a navigation app of choice (Gaia is recommended).
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Webscorer App: Required for tracking checkpoints and scanning the self-timing QR codes.
Trail Running Etiquette
CapitalTrails adheres to the highest ethical standards and requires all the participants of Races By CapitalTrails to display the highest degree of sportsmanship and environmental stewardship.
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Share the Trail Love: Say hello and share a smile with fellow runners and hikers you encounter along the way. High-fives are optional but highly encouraged!
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Leave No Trace: Only footprints in the mud allowed. Anyone found littering will be disqualified from the race immediately.
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No Disturbing Wildlife: They're just there to chill and maybe to spectate your trailblazing performance. Be watchful and don't have them start chasing you - you don't want to race them!
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Camaraderie before Competition: Be respectful of the other runners. If anyone is found acting in un-sporting manner to other participants, there will be immediate disqualification.
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Embrace the Adventure: Absorb the untamed, the unexpected, and the unapologetically muddy.
Minimalism By Design
All Races By CapitalTrails carry a minimal footprint - be it operational, financial or environmental. But that does not mean that we cut corners. In line with ITRA Green Charter, Leave No Trace and SheRaces guidelines, we provide the bare minimums.
1 / GPX File
100% accurate .gpx file to navigate and race with
2 / Changing Facility
Wash-and-change at start line, with preference to women
3 / Sanitary Kit
Period pack on the move with our en-route volunteers
4 / Post-race Goodies
Potted plants and patches for participants and finishers
