For the first time Hut 2 Hut brings you the Oscars 100 Team Relay.

This new event is limited to a maximum of 20 teams made up of three participants each. This is a great way to experience the epic-ness of the Oscars 100 course without the pressure of having to do it all. 

Leg 01 begins at the start line and takes in the amazing ascent of Mt Buller, as the sun rises, and the challenging descent down 4 Mile, all the way to the valley floor. From here, you've got 6 river crossing before you hit the never-ending climb up 8 Mile and The Bluff. Conquer those and you've got some easy (ha,ha) kms along the 4WD trail to Lovicks Hut where you hand over to the next runner in your team.

Distance - Approx 38km

Ascent - Approx 2,238m

Cut off time - 1.00pm Friday 20th Feb (8 hours)

Leg 02 leaves Lovicks Hut by 1.00pm. This stunning section of the course takes you up the AAWT which you'll follow all the way to Mt Spec. During Leg 02 you'll ascend Mt Magdala and Mt Howitt on your way to one of Australia's most spectacular drop boxes at Gantner Hut. As you leave Gantner Hut you'll be containing your excitement as you head towards Cross Cut Saw. A 7km section of the course that has arguably the most stunning views in the country. Along with that you also have the grinding ascents of Mt Buggery and Mt Speculation. From Mt Spec you'll travel along the 4WD track for a few kms before you hit your final challenge of Muesli Spur. Some love it, some hate it. Having conquered all of that you head to King Huts where your journey ends and the next runners takes over.

Distance - Approx 35km

Ascent - Approx 2482

Cut off time - 9.00pm Friday 20th Feb (8 hours)

Leg 03 leaves Kings Hut by 9.00pm. It's time for the final push to the finish line with leg three taking in one of the most iconic mountain hut in Australia. You'll push straight up hill from Kings Hut and you travel via Pete's Corner on the way to Craigs Hut. Stopping to have a quick sticky beak at this iconic hut you'll then make you way up the toughest 4WD road on the course all the way to Mt Stirling. From there you'll run your way down to Howqua Gap Hut, grab a cheese toastie, and head back over to Mt Buller. Some twisty, turney mountain bike trail, a push up the ski slopes and you're on your way back up to the Buller Summit. From there its smooth sailing back down to the finish line. 

Distance - Approx 27km

Ascent - Approx 1789

Cut off time - 3.00am Saturday 21st Feb (6 hours)

Pricing

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REFUND POLICY - 75% of your entry fees is refunded if you withdraw from the event, for any reason, prior to October 1st, 2025. 50% of your entry fees is refunded if you withdraw from the event, for any reason, prior to December 24th, 2025. 25% of your entry fees is refunded if you withdraw from the event, for any reason, prior to January 14th, 2026. No refunds are issued after January 14th, 2025

Cut off times.

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Moving around the course

The Oscars 100 course is difficult to navigate around. If you're planning on driving your own team, or spectators, to the checkpoints or change over points be aware you will need a proper off-road 4WD. Not an SUV or AWD vehicle, but a proper 4WD. Some of the access road to the checkpoints are 4WD only so we don't want you getting stuck or lost. 

As part of your entry fee we offer to drive the runner of leg 02 out to Lovicks Hut and return the runner of leg 01 back to Buller. We will also drive the runner of leg 03 to Kings Hut and return the runner of leg 02 to Buller. We will only have the ability to transport runners in the afore mentioned scenarios due to the logistical challenge of moving runners around the course (It will take the use of five 4WDs to move runners around the course).

All relay leg runners will be transported, and returned, at the same time so for some teams that may mean some waiting around. But don't worry, you'll be waiting in two of the best checkpoints on the course. 

Again, you are welcome to arrange your own transport, but cut off times apply even if you get lost or stuck. If you do use your own transport you will need to be self sufficient when driving. The event organisers won't have the time or resource to rescue you if you get stuck.

MANDATORY KIT FOR ALL RELAY TEAMS

Team runners need to carry the following mandatory gear with them at all times while participating in their chosen leg of the race. 

  • Suitable backpack for carrying items below 
  • Waterproof and windproof jacket with hood and sealed seams
  • Waterproof and windproof pants with sealed seams 
  • Long sleeved thermal top and long johns (polypropylene, wool or similar).  Cotton, coolmax, lycra and any compression garment will not be acceptable
  • Medium Weight Long Sleeve Mid Layer - Polar Fleece or Similar
  • Beanie/balaclava
  • 2 x Buff or head sock. One of these replaces your triangle bandage whiich is no longer required.
  • Windproof gloves
  • Map of the trails, preferably 1:50,000 Buller-Howitt Alpine Area Outdoor Recreation Guide trekking map by Spatial Vision. See NAVIGATION PAGE for where / how to buy online.
  • Course notes (preferably laminated or in a waterproof map case or zip lock bag) 
  • Fail Safe Base Plate Compass (Digital or GPS compass is NOT enough)
  • Lighter or waterproof matches
  • Whistle (pea-less) 
  • Basic First Aid kit including: Triangular bandage; personal medicinal requirements; band aids / blister wraps; 10cm elastic bandage for snake bites/sprains. NB: cotton crepe bandages are NOT acceptable. 
  • Bivvy Sack (click here for an ideal sample)
  • Fully charged mobile phone PLUS minimum 1x portable mini power bank (1 phone per solo runner/2 per team or relay team—Telstra provides the only coverage in patches).
  • pre-loaded Avenza Maps App on your smartphone PLUS the course map downloaded into App. See INSTRUCTIONS HERE for how to organise. 
  • Torch/headlamp PLUS spare batteries. Second back up headlamp preferred. 
  • Food—for the run and emergency food if lost
  • Water carrying capacity —minimum 2-litres. More recommended if forecast is hot. 
  • Waterproof bag to keep your compulsory clothing dry (plastic bags/zip lock bags or dry sacks are fine) 
  • Sunscreen (roll on or tube) 
Not mandatory but some stuff we suggest:
  • Hiking/Trekking Poles
  • Gaiters or Moxy's shin guards

RULES FOR ALL RELAY TEAMS

Please take the time to read

All rules are in place for the safety of all competitors, volunteers and event team.

  1. You must complete the marked course on foot under your own power in your team PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
    * This is a team event so you are NOT to leave the course at anytime without notifying the Race Director. 
    * You must arrive at each checkpoint and be checked off.
    * No team can continue if one runners misses the cutoff time or withdrawals from the race.
    * If a team member is injured, or unable to continue, the remaining team members may will not be allowed to continue.
    * No team member may leave the change over points before their team mate has arrived. The relay change over must be noted by the checkpoint official.
  2. Any teams not adhering to these rules will be removed from the course.
  3. Trekking poles are permitted to be used on the course.
  4. If you use trekking poles they must be fully collapsible so they can either fit inside your pack or be strapped to the outside of your pack when not in use.
  5. Your race number must be visible at all times. It must be on the outside of your clothing at all times and on the front of your body over your belly or chest. It must never be worn on your pants or leg. Do not cover over your race number with any backpack strap or article of clothing.
  6. You must not fold, cut or change your race number in any way. It must be worn as is, unfolded.
  7. The wearing of iPods or other music players with headphones is not recommended on the course. This is both for your safety, the safety of others. Also you must switch off music at all checkpoints so you can hear directions given to you by event marshals, you must switch off music when travelling on any roads so you can hear approaching traffic and you must switch off music when on any cliff sections of the course such as near Crosscut Saw so you don't cause yourself or someone else to get pushed off the edge. So while you may use iPods it is up to you to use them in a sensible and safe manner so that you remain aware of your surroundings at all times.
  8. If you withdraw from the event, you must notify the officials at the closest checkpoint (unless assisted from the course by First Aid crews). 
  9. If you need First Aid help on the course you must use the phone numbers on your Participant Emergency Instructions Card to contact event organisers who will arrange to retrieve you.
  10. You must stay on the marked course. Short cuts are not permitted. If you get lost, return to the last sighted marking. Don’t cut corners…. Its cheating
  11. You must carry your own Mandatory Gear at all times during the event. Random gear checks will be performed during the event. Any participant without the mandatory gear will not be able to proceed until they arrange for the missing item to be replaced. For the sake of fairness to other runners there will also be a penalty ranging from a minimum time penalty of 2 hours per item to disqualification based on the severity of the breach. Take special note of what to do with your fleece top and waterproof pants.
  12. You must obey directions of checkpoint staff or course marshals at all times and withdraw from the race if you miss any time cut-offs at checkpoints or on course.
  13. Littering is strictly prohibited. We want to leave no trace so we are welcome back the following year.
  14. You must not leave human faeces on the track. If you need to poo either use a toilet or a wag bag or follow Leave No Trace principles.
  15. If you leave the track to go to the toilet, you must leave your backpack to one side of the trail where you exited into the bush. This is so if you get lost, we can find your backpack and know where to start our search.
  16. You must not take dogs into National Parks.
  17. You must not smoke or vape in the National Park
  18. You must obey any information signs such as track closures, etc.
  19. In training you must stay out of any out of bounds areas.
  20. Leave gates as you find them. If closed, you may open a gate to pass through but it is your responsibility to close the gate after you.
  21. The participant is responsible for the actions of their support crew. Support crews must comply with all instructions from event staff and officials. The participant may be penalised or disqualified for actions or breaches of the rules by their support crew.
  22. Support crews must obey all road rules and drive within the speed limits. Please ensure that support crew get sufficient rest and are not tired when driving.
  23. Support crews must follow the instructions of all checkpoint staff, road marshals and road traffic controllers.
  24. Support crews must not eat the provided food at checkpoints. The food is for the competitors only.
  25. Support crews are responsible for their own vehicles and any damage that may occur.
  26. Support crews are limited to one vehicle per participant. This vehicle needs to be suitable for the conditions as much of the course access will be on 4WD tracks.
  27. The event organisers are not responsible for the safety or whereabouts of support crew.
  28. The event organisers reserve the right to discourage and/or penalise behaviour that is considered unsporting.
  29. Breaking any of the rules may incur a time penalty, disqualification or pre-race withdrawal. Any such penalties are at the organisers’ discretion and are final.