DBM 2024 Highlights
About Us
Soles of Kollam Runners Club proudly presents its fourth edition of Desinganad Backwaters Marathon (DBM) which will be held on 13 July, 2025. A run which will take you through Ashramam-the oxygen hub of Kollam, the aesthetic beauty of Ashtamudi Backwaters, the reminiscence of Portuguese and the enchanting lighthouse of Thangassery, the iconic fishing hamlets at Vaadi and the scenic beauty of the Arabian Sea coupled with a stride through the royal paths of the cashew city. The categories are Half Marathon (21.1Kms), 10 Kms and Fun Run (5 Kms).
DBM SUCCESS STORY
Desinganad Backwaters Marathon (DBM) first edition was conducted on 10 Jul 2022. The event was spectacular in all sense - be the number of participants – both Indian nationals and Foreigners, the scenic route of event , the foolproof arrangements, the overwhelming participation and support of local people, - DBM made an impact in the history of Kollam and the people of Kollam was impressed with the first professional marathon in their City. They realised that running can bring so much fun and excitement besides its health benefits. DBM received lot of accolades from the runners fraternity and local peoples alike. DBM 2022 was just a beginning...
The second edition of DBM was conducted on July 9, 2023, with more than 1,000 runners from across India participating in the event. The third edition took place on July 14, 2024, also with over 1,000 participants.We are now moving forward with the fourth edition of DBM, scheduled for Sunday, July 13, 2025.
HISTORY OF DBM
Soles of Kollam Runners Club was formed in the year 2017 with the aim to encourage people to take up healthy living by running and also to spread the benefits of running to the people of Kollam. The club was successful in its mission by adding 250+ members aboard who run or take up other health related activities on a daily basis. Soles of Kollam was instrumental in bringing up the running culture among Kollamites.
The first edition of Desinganad Backwaters Marathon (DBM) was conducted on 10 Jul 2022.
The city of Kollam, in its history witnessed a professionally conducted marathon and we have successfully conducted the second and third editions of DBM which is now popularly known as “ കൊല്ലത്തിൻറെ സ്വന്തം മാരത്തോൺ ” (Kollam’s Own Marathon).
After the successful Conduct of First, Second and third Editions of DBM, we are happy to announce the Fourth edition of DBM.
DBM 2024 WINNERS
VENUE
The venue for the Desinganad Backwaters Marathon (DBM) 2025 –4th Edition will be Asramam Ground, Kollam, Kerala. The Asramam ground is located at 1.5 Kms from Kollam Railway Station and just one Kilometre away from the KSRTC Bus stand, Kollam. The nearest airport is Trivandrum which is around 70 Kms away. The venue is inclusive of a participants area, baggage counter, first-aid, physiotherapy unit, toilet facilities, a stage for live after-event music, drinking water facilities, ambulances on standby, BreakFast Counters etc.
The event also seeks to promote good health & wellness across the state & provide an opportunity for beginners and seasoned runners to come together to celebrate running.
Categories
DBM 2025 will have the following categories of Run
Half Marathon (21.1 KMS)
- Registration Fee
Rs. 950
(with T-shirt)
Rs. 750
(without T-Shirt)
This is a timed run with timing chip. The run will start at 5.00 AM from Ashramam Ground, Kollam. The runners need to ensure that they cross the two chip readers kept along the route. The Volunteers will assist you incase of any help. The cut off time of the Half Marathon will be 08.30 AM. All participants running after 8.30 AM in the running course will have to board the sweeping vehicles. The results of Half Marathon will be declared separately for Male and Female and also for age categories (upto 39 years, 40 to 54 years, 55 to 65 years, and 66 years and above). All results and timings will be on Net Time and not Gun Time.
(The Registration fee includes - Branded T-shirt(If Opted), BIB, Medal, Goodie Bag, enroute refreshments / hydration support, e-Certificate, Break-Fast and Race Photos)
10 KM RUN
- Registration Fee
Rs. 800
(with T-shirt)
Rs. 600
(without T-Shirt)
This is a timed run with timing chip. The run will start at 5.30 AM from Ashramam Ground, Kollam. The runners need to ensure that they cross the chip reader kept along the route. The Volunteers will assist you in case of any help. The cut off time for this will be 07.30 AM. The results of 10 KM run will be declared separately for Male and Female and also for age categories (up to 39 years, 40 to 54 years, 55 to 65 years and 66 years and above). All results and timings will be on Net Time and not Gun Time.
(The Registration fee includes - Branded T-shirt (if opted), BIB, Medal, Goodie Bag, enroute refreshments / hydration support, e-Certificate, Break-Fast and Race Photos)
FUN RUN – 5 KMS
- Registration Fee
Rs. 650
(with T-shirt)
Rs. 450
(without T-Shirt)
The Fun Run will start at 6.00 AM. There is no cut off time for this category. But participants are requested to complete the run before 7.45 AM. All successful finishers will be issued with medals and Finishers Certificate.
(The Registration fee includes - Branded T-shirt (if opted), BIB, Medal, Goodie Bag, enroute refreshments / hydration support, e-Certificate, Break-Fast and Race Photos)
PRIZE MONEY
(Applicable for All age categories and genders)
HALF MARATHON
First Prize - Rs. 7,500/-
Second Prize – Rs. 5000/-
Third Prize - Rs. 3000/-
10 KMS
First Prize - Rs. 5000/-
Second Prize – Rs. 3000/-
Third Prize - Rs. 2000/-
PARTNERS
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