Event Overview
VRR Tan Time Trial: November is a Victorian Road Runners event held in Melbourne on Saturday, 7 November 2026. It offers two options, 4km or 8km, run as one or two laps of the same loop. The start is on The Tan at the Pillars of Wisdom, close to Melbourne’s CBD, with the route running beside the Yarra River and around the Royal Botanic Gardens. The session is structured as a time trial format.
What the Course Demands
The course is a looped circuit, so pacing can be managed by splitting effort evenly across each lap. It is not fully flat, with a noted climb up Anderson Street that can influence rhythm and split consistency, particularly on the second lap for the 8km. The return to the same start area also makes it easier to compare performances across attempts on the same layout.
Who This Event Suits Best
This event suits runners who want a short, measurable effort with a clear start point and a consistent lap structure. The 4km option works well for those newer to time trials or returning to structured running, while the 8km is a longer sustained test for athletes seeking a more demanding benchmark. It also fits runners who value repeatable courses for tracking progress.
