The Cavan Kayakarun
August 6, 2022 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
| €55Full Details to follow soon.
| WHAT | The Cavan Kayakarun Adventure Race 2022 is celebrating its 13th year, as one of the first Adventure Races held in Ireland it is now established as one of the best. A community run non-profit event organized by Adventure racers and sports people you are sure of a great experience where all abilities and categories are catered for with something for Adventure race beginners wanting to give it a try while meeting all the challenges required by Experienced racers Cycle through the Drumlins of east Cavan, kayak around the stunning crannogs of Barnagrow lake and enjoy the scenic views of Lough Sillan and Lough Tacker as you run or hike along the quiet trails and laneways. See below for details: |
| WHERE | Gallonray House, Maudabawn, Cootehill, Co. Cavan.GPS co-ordinates:N 54° 01 8395 W 007° 01 3362 |
| WHEN | Saturday 6th August @ 12noon |
| WHY | Excellent organisation, warm local welcome, fantastic location and a great value for money event for all. Brilliant after event party, prize giving & family fun day . Hot food available for purchase. |
Categories:
Open Male/Female
Veteran (Over 40’s) Male/Female
Masters (Over 50’s) Male/Female
Relay Any combination
Race Details:
1) Run 4k
The Cavan Kayakarun Challenge starts at Gallonray House with a 4k run (on tarmac).
2) Bike 16k
On completing the 4k run you get on your bike at the bike Transition at Gallonray house and cycle 16k to the beautiful Lough Barnagrow.
3) Kayak 1.5k
Rack your bike at Lough Barnagrow where you get on a sit on or sit in Kayak and kayak around the Two Crannogs taking in the stunning scenery and return to the bike Transition at the lake shore.
4) Bike 18k
On completing the kayak section you return to your bike and cycle 18k to Race HQ at Gallonray House.
5) Run 4k
The final leg of the The Cavan Kayakarun Adventure Race is the same 4k run as completed at the start racking your bike at Gallonray House and completing the last challenge before crossing the finish line.
Costs :
Individual = €55.00
Team of 2 or 3 = €90.