Each team entering the race must pay a nomination fee of $300 (lone runner $200).  This fee, together with all sponsorship monies raised by teams, is paid to the Pilbara Black Rock Stakes Committee prior to the race and thereafter held in an account until it is allocated to designated charities, community groups etc.  

The race is arduous.  Apart from the race itself, many hours of training are involved for weeks prior to the event.  It is essential that teams practice running and jumping from a moving vehicle so as to synchronise smooth changeovers of runners and to minimise muscle injuries.

The race is medically supervised.  Every precaution is taken to ensure the safety of runners at all times.  The State Emergency Service, St Johns Ambulance and the Police all provide invaluable assistance.  Every precaution is taken to ensure that safety is paramount at all times during the race.