{"id":1362,"date":"2025-05-27T09:00:58","date_gmt":"2025-05-27T09:00:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/namibiaultratrails.com\/?p=1362"},"modified":"2025-05-27T09:01:00","modified_gmt":"2025-05-27T09:01:00","slug":"bbu-2025-newsletter-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/namibiaultratrails.com\/index.php\/2025\/05\/27\/bbu-2025-newsletter-1\/","title":{"rendered":"BBU 2025 Newsletter 1"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">BBU 2025 is Officially SOLD OUT \u2013 and We\u2019re Just Getting Started!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019re super happy to announce that&nbsp;<strong>BBU 2025 has sold out in record time!<\/strong>&nbsp;The buzz is real, the excitement is contagious, and we can\u2019t wait to welcome each and every one of you to the Brandberg for what promises to be an unforgettable adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What makes this event truly special is YOU \u2013 our incredible community. We have a full spectrum of runners joining us: from&nbsp;<strong>course record holders, past winners, and die-hard supports<\/strong>&nbsp;(the legends that carry the winner to the last lap), to&nbsp;<strong>first-timers, fun runners, marathoners, and everyone in between.<\/strong>&nbsp;This is&nbsp;<em>that<\/em>&nbsp;kind of event \u2013 where&nbsp;<strong>everyone shines in their own way<\/strong>&nbsp;and every km counts. And we\u2019ll be there to cheer you on, every step of the way!&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Welcome Back RMB Namibia \u2013 Since 2015!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We are incredibly proud to welcome back\u00a0<strong>RMB Namibia<\/strong>\u00a0as our prestigious\u00a0<strong>presenting partner<\/strong>. RMB has supported our events since\u00a0<strong>2015<\/strong>, and their unwavering commitment to uplifting community-driven initiatives and supporting Namibian outdoor adventure is something we truly value. Their support helps us grow BBU into the meaningful, inclusive and memorable event it\u2019s become.\u00a0<strong>Thank you, RMB Namibia!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u00a0A Quick Note on Accommodation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Namibia Ultra Trails is not affiliated with\u00a0<strong>Brandberg Rest Camp<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 they are our amazing, lovely, friendly race venue only. If you\u2019re planning to stay there, please\u00a0<strong>contact them directly<\/strong>\u00a0to make your accommodation arrangements (do not use\u00a0booking(dot)com, it will show zero availability since the lodge is blocked\u00a0out for the event). Alternatively, contact one of the other lovely Uis accommodation establishments listed\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/namibiaultratrails.com\/index.php\/accommodation-in-uis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">HERE\u00a0<\/a>on our website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ultra runners &#8211; a night gear reminder<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re tackling the ultra, remember:\u00a0<strong>night gear is mandatory<\/strong>\u00a0and will be\u00a0<strong>checked at registration.<\/strong>\u00a0No gear check = no access to night loops, no exceptions.<br><strong>Required gear<\/strong>:\u00a0Clothing with sufficient<strong>\u00a0reflective strips<\/strong>\u00a0(front and back) and a\u00a0<strong>headlamp\u00a0<\/strong>with spare batteries\u00a0for night loops is\u00a0required.\u00a0A\u00a0<strong>reflective safety vest<\/strong>\u00a0is recommended. Gear will be checked again at the onset of the first night loop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Extra Meal Tickets \u2013 Coming Soon!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Planning to bring supporters or stay for the weekend vibe? Additional meal tickets will go on sale soon \u2013&nbsp;<strong>stay tuned<\/strong>&nbsp;for details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Causes We Care About<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This year, we are proud to support three impactful organisations doing critical conservation work in Namibia:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ocean Conservation Namibia (OCN)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Save the Rhino Trust Namibia (SRT)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pangolin Conservation and Research Foundation (PCRF)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Our&nbsp;<strong>charity auction<\/strong>&nbsp;will feature&nbsp;<strong>incredible items and experiences<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 with 100% of proceeds going toward these vital causes. More info on the auction coming soon!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Goodies, Entertainment &amp; More!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This year is stacked with\u00a0<strong>awesome race goodies<\/strong>, a\u00a0<strong>fun lineup for kids<\/strong>, and a weekend full of excitement for the whole family. More to follow soon!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Fun Run Entries Close This Friday!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Spots are filling up fast \u2013 if you or someone you know wants in on the Fun Run, make sure to sign up before&nbsp;<strong>Friday!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>See you in Uis!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Until then, keep training, stay inspired \u2013 and get excited. This is going to be BIG.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With trail love,<br><strong>The BBU Team<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>BBU 2025 is Officially SOLD OUT \u2013 and We\u2019re Just Getting Started! We\u2019re super happy to announce that&nbsp;BBU 2025 has sold out in record time!&nbsp;The buzz is real, the excitement is contagious, and we can\u2019t wait to welcome each and every one of you to the Brandberg for what promises to be an unforgettable adventure. What makes this event truly special is YOU \u2013 our incredible community. We have a full spectrum of runners joining us: from&nbsp;course record holders, past winners, and die-hard supports&nbsp;(the legends that carry the winner to the last lap), to&nbsp;first-timers, fun runners, marathoners, and everyone in between.&nbsp;This is&nbsp;that&nbsp;kind of event \u2013 where&nbsp;everyone shines in their own way&nbsp;and every km counts. And we\u2019ll be there to cheer you on, every step of the way!&nbsp;&nbsp; Welcome Back RMB Namibia \u2013 Since 2015! We are incredibly proud to welcome back\u00a0RMB Namibia\u00a0as our prestigious\u00a0presenting partner. RMB has supported our events since\u00a02015, and their unwavering commitment to uplifting community-driven initiatives and supporting Namibian outdoor adventure is something we truly value. Their support helps us grow BBU into the meaningful, inclusive and memorable event it\u2019s become.\u00a0Thank you, RMB Namibia! \u00a0A Quick Note on Accommodation Namibia Ultra Trails is not affiliated with\u00a0Brandberg Rest Camp\u00a0\u2013 they are our amazing, lovely, friendly race venue only. If you\u2019re planning to stay there, please\u00a0contact them directly\u00a0to make your accommodation arrangements (do not use\u00a0booking(dot)com, it will show zero availability since the lodge is blocked\u00a0out for the event). Alternatively, contact one of the other lovely Uis accommodation establishments listed\u00a0HERE\u00a0on our website. Ultra runners &#8211; a night gear reminder If you&#8217;re tackling the ultra, remember:\u00a0night gear is mandatory\u00a0and will be\u00a0checked at registration.\u00a0No gear check = no access to night loops, no exceptions.Required gear:\u00a0Clothing with sufficient\u00a0reflective strips\u00a0(front and back) and a\u00a0headlamp\u00a0with spare batteries\u00a0for night loops is\u00a0required.\u00a0A\u00a0reflective safety vest\u00a0is recommended. Gear will be checked again at the onset of the first night loop. Extra Meal Tickets \u2013 Coming Soon! Planning to bring supporters or stay for the weekend vibe? Additional meal tickets will go on sale soon \u2013&nbsp;stay tuned&nbsp;for details. Causes We Care About This year, we are proud to support three impactful organisations doing critical conservation work in Namibia: Our&nbsp;charity auction&nbsp;will feature&nbsp;incredible items and experiences&nbsp;\u2013 with 100% of proceeds going toward these vital causes. More info on the auction coming soon! Goodies, Entertainment &amp; More! This year is stacked with\u00a0awesome race goodies, a\u00a0fun lineup for kids, and a weekend full of excitement for the whole family. More to follow soon! Fun Run Entries Close This Friday! Spots are filling up fast \u2013 if you or someone you know wants in on the Fun Run, make sure to sign up before&nbsp;Friday! See you in Uis! Until then, keep training, stay inspired \u2013 and get excited. This is going to be BIG. 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