Hanumangarh Epic - Bir Running Festival (The Hell Race)

Описание: I successfully conquered the Hanumangarh Epic at the Bir Running Festival 2023, defying two sleepless nights.

The race commenced at the paragliding landing site in Bir, situated at an elevation of 1400m. The race took us to Hanumngarh top (3085m) from Bir landing site in just 8-9 kms encompassing a staggering 1800+m of elevation gain. From there, it was a downhill journey (7-8 more kms) all the way to the finish line at Billing (2300m), with a mix of meadows and sections on a jeep road.

To be honest, every step was a struggle due to the exhaustion from sleep deprivation. The race began at 6am, which was exceptionally early for me. It felt like trying to drive or sit in a car while half-asleep. However, a brief power nap of 3-4 minutes during the ridge climb rejuvenated me, and I somehow managed to cross the finish line, securing a commendable 6th place out of 29 finishers. What an achievement!

Here are the key statistics from this incredible adventure:

Race: Hanumangarh Epic
Location: Bir, Himachal Pradesh, India
Length: 18km
Elevation: 1800m gain
Timing: 3 hours and 40 minutes (doable under 3 hours in top fitness)
Highest point: 3085m
GPS file with stats (Strava) -   / strava  

Enjoy watching my YouTube video showcasing this remarkable journey. It captures the triumphs, challenges, and the breathtaking beauty of the landscape.

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