FAQ
Which Airport do I fly into in Oman?
Fly into Muscat.
Is there a transfer service from the airport to the race villiage?
Yes, we will be arranging a shuttle from Muscat airport only at a specific time on the 20th March.
Yes, we will be arranging a shuttle from Muscat airport only at a specific time on the 20th March.
What percentage of the race route is running through sand?
About 20% of the course runs through thick dune sand.
About 20% of the course runs through thick dune sand.
Where do I sleep each night?
At the end of each stage, you will have the opportunity to share the stories of the day amongst your fellow competitors, in the race campsite with a view of the stars and the Arabian night sky. You will sleep in a tent with up to six people.
At the end of each stage, you will have the opportunity to share the stories of the day amongst your fellow competitors, in the race campsite with a view of the stars and the Arabian night sky. You will sleep in a tent with up to six people.
What is the temperature going to be like at that time of the year?
Warm to hot during midday, average temperatures will be around 28 °C, with maximum temperatures of about 33 °C. Average Humidity will be around 36%, sometimes reaching around 70%.
Warm to hot during midday, average temperatures will be around 28 °C, with maximum temperatures of about 33 °C. Average Humidity will be around 36%, sometimes reaching around 70%.
I don’t think I can run 250 kilometers, can I still make the cutoff times?
The event is set up to allow for generous cut off times.
The event is set up to allow for generous cut off times.
Is there a limit to the number of competitors?
Yes, due to the logistics involved and to keep a high standard of safety during the race, 100 competitors will be the maximum limit.
Yes, due to the logistics involved and to keep a high standard of safety during the race, 100 competitors will be the maximum limit.
What is the format of ODC?
ODC is a 5 day, 250 kilometer footrace. However, each individual must also carry his or her own gear, food and clothing in a backpack. The only assistance provided is water, tents and medical assistance. The average backpack weighs about 20 pounds (9 kilos).
ODC is a 5 day, 250 kilometer footrace. However, each individual must also carry his or her own gear, food and clothing in a backpack. The only assistance provided is water, tents and medical assistance. The average backpack weighs about 20 pounds (9 kilos).
What are the typical competitor demographics?
Working professionals, high achievers – people who believe in maximizing every opportunity in life. Our competitors generally work full time, some have families, many do a lot of community service and all lead a healthy lifestyle. Our competitors consist of medical doctors, professors, investment bankers, small business owners, entrepreneurs, journalists, top athletes and coaches, military professionals and senior level managers of top corporations.
Working professionals, high achievers – people who believe in maximizing every opportunity in life. Our competitors generally work full time, some have families, many do a lot of community service and all lead a healthy lifestyle. Our competitors consist of medical doctors, professors, investment bankers, small business owners, entrepreneurs, journalists, top athletes and coaches, military professionals and senior level managers of top corporations.