City2Surf participants are being urged to make a plan for to pick up their bibs and drop-off their gear ahead of this weekend’s fun run.

Event organisers are expecting large crowds at Royal Hall of Industries at Moore Park, from today (Thursday 6 August 2015) through Saturday (8 August 2015), as participants prepare for the race at the City2Surf Fitness & Health Expo.

With more than 80,000 people registered to take part in the world’s largest run from Sydney CBD to Bondi Beach on Sunday (9 August 2015), runners are urged to attend the Expo early or expect delays.

Police will launch Operation Northcove on Sunday to ensure the safety and security of City2Surf participants, spectators and volunteers.

Operation Northcove Commander, Superintendent Allan Sicard, said planning your trip to the expo will make the lead-up to the race less stressful.

“Like any major event, our best advice to participants is to plan ahead, which includes arriving at the Expo early to pick-up your bib and drop off your finish line gear,” Supt Sicard said.

“This year, the gear drop-off service will be limited on the day of the race, but it can easily be checked-in with event staff at the Expo for delivery to the finish line.”

Supt Sicard said part of the plan should include public transport, as it is the best way for participants to get to the Expo.

“With more than 80,000 people registered for the City2Surf, we are expecting large crowds to make their way to Moore Park over the three days, which will impact traffic in the area,” Supt Sicard said.

“Sydney buses have regular services to the area from Sydney CBD, Circular Quay and the Eastern Suburbs and on Saturday, taking the stress out of travel.

“On Saturday, there will be free shuttle services from Central Station to Moore Park – participants just need to show the driver a copy of their Expo registration confirmation to board.”

For more information on travelling to and from the Expo and to plan your trip, visit www.transportnsw.info.

“Anyone who must drive to Moore Park is urged to attend on Thursday or Friday or expect delays,” Supt Sicard said.

“We are anticipating it will be busiest on Saturday and can become congested quickly, so motorists should arrive early to avoid disappointment.

“In addition, there will be special event clearways in place from 6am to 6pm, so motorists should check signage before parking. Vehicles left in clearways will be towed and a fee applies,” Supt Sicard said.

For all City2Surf traffic information, including the Fitness & Health Expo and race day, visit www.livetraffic.com.

Visit the official website for all City2Surf information: www.city2surf.com.au.