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SUMMARY:Quest - Glendalough
DESCRIPTION:[/fusion_builder_column]\nWHAT IS QUEST GLENDALOUGH?\n\nThis epic adventure involves racers running and cycling through the Wicklow Mountains National Park and Glendalough Valley and finishing the race in the shadows of the monastic round tower which epitomizes the Glendalough area. \nThree challenging routes: 62.5km Expert\, 44.5km Sport and 22.1km Challenge. \n \n\n\n \n\n22.1M CHALLENGE ROUTE INFORMATION\nThe race consists of the following 4 stages: \n \nStage 1: Cycle – 12km \n \nDescription: Starting after a mass start from the Laragh GAA grounds you will cycle out towards Clarabeg.  After passing the picturesque Claravale Church and bridge you ascend the testing 300m long climb to join the main R755 to take you back to Laragh GAA transition area. \nNote: Dismount before 1st narrow bridge & remount only after 2nd bridge when instructed to do so – DQ for non-compliance. \nTerrain: Sealed road\, varying in quality from good to fair with the possibility of some gravel and potholes. \nLink to route: Stage 1 \n \nStage 2: Trail Run – 8.5km \nDescription: Competitors will rack their bikes at the Laragh GAA transition. From here you head out the “Green Road” walking track towards the Upper Lake pass close to the world famous Glendalough round tower and monastic heritage site before returning to the finish line at Laragh GAA \nTerrain: Walking trail\, stone path\, forest track generally of good quality but the possibility of some slippy sections \nPrecautions: Trail runners are recommended but not essential. \nLink to route: Stage 2 \n44.5KM SPORT ROUTE INFORMATION\nThe race consists of the following 6 stages: \n \nStage 1: Cycle – 6km  \nDescription: Starting after a rolling start from the Laragh GAA pitch you will cycle up along Military road. From here you will drop your bike at the transition area in the Shay Elliot recreation area. \nTerrain: Sealed road\, varying in quality from good to fair with the possibility of some gravel and potholes. \nPrecautions: The roads are not closed and are open to traffic. \nLink to route: Stage 1 \n \nStage 2: Trail Run – 5.6km \nDescription: Competitors will drop their bikes at the Shay Elliot recreational area car park. By foot you then follow a marked forest trail and then open mountain trail towards the summit of Braigue Mountain before returning to the summit of Cullentra and back via mountain and forest tracks to the transition area. Competitors can embrace the views of the stunning Glenmalure valley and the surrounding mountains. \nTerrain: Walking trail\, stone path\, forest track\, mountain track of good to rough quality with slippy muck and rock sections. \nPrecautions: Trail runners are highly recommended. \nLink to route: Stage 2 \n \nStage 3: Cycle – 20km \nDescription: Back on your bike head you descend into the valley and turn left at the Glenmalure Lodge (Film location for “The Stag” movie) pub heading towards Greenan where you turn left and go up the final bike climb of the day past Glenmalure golf club on a section of recently laid “cream cheese” surfaced road. You then descend to join the R755 and return to the transition area at Laragh GAA pitch. \nNote: Dismount before 1st narrow bridge & remount only after 2nd bridge when instructed to do so – DQ for non-compliance. \nTerrain: Sealed road\, varying in quality from very good to fair with the possibility of some gravel and potholes \nPrecautions: The roads are not closed and are open to traffic. \nLink to route: Stage 3 \n \nStage 4: Trail Run – 13.3km \nDescription: Competitors will rack their bikes at the Laragh GAA transition area. From here you head out a forest track running along the side of the valley with fabulous views down onto the valley and the world famous Glendalough round tower and monastic heritage site and catch a glimpse of your destination for the famous Upper Lake before returning to the finish line at Laragh GAA.  \nTerrain: Walking trail\, stone path\, forest track\, mountain track – Generally of good quality with possibility of some slippy sections. \nPrecautions: Trail runners are recommended. \nLink to route: Stage 4 \n\n62.5K EXPERT ROUTE INFORMATION\nThe 59km Expert race consists of the following 8 stages: \n \nStage 1: Cycle – 6km\nDescription: Starting after a mass start from the Laragh GAA pitch you will cycle up along Military road. From here you will drop you bike at the transition area in the Shay Elliot recreation area. \nTerrain: Sealed road\, varying in quality from good to fair with possibility of some gravel and potholes. \nPrecautions: The roads are not closed and are open to traffic. \n \nStage 2: Trail Run – 6km\nDescription: Competitors will drop their bikes at the Shay Elliot recreational area carpark. \nBy foot you then follow a marked forest trail and then open mountain trail towards the summit of Braigue Mountain (502m) before returning to summit of Cullentra (467m) and back via mountain and forest tracks to the transition area. \nCompetitors can embrace the views of the stunning Glenmalure valley and the surrounding mountains. \nTerrain: Walking trail\, stone path\, forest track\, mountain track of good to rough quality with slippy muck and rock sections. \nPrecautions: Trail runners are highly recommended. \n \nStage 3: Cycle – 13km\nDescription: You will proceed to cycle from the transition area down the hill into the picturesque Glenmalure Valley. \nAfter crossing the Avonbeg river close to the old Drumgoff Military barracks you climb up the testing Slieve Mann climb to Drumgoff Gap (The highest cycle point on the route at 450m). You then descent into Aughavanagh and turn left to bring you back up the Brown mountain climb to the 2nd Expert transition at  \n\nNote: You will encounter steep hills and sharp bends on this section.Barnaslew parking area. \nPrecautions: The roads are not closed and are open to traffic. \nTerrain: Sealed road\, varying in quality from good to fair with possibility of some gravel and potholes \n \nStage 4: Run – 5km\nDescription: Starting at Barnaslew transition area you follow forest trail to back near the Ballinagappoge bridge from where you will follow a forest trail and then onto the open mountain to the summit Croaghanmoira mountain (High point of the course at 667m). \nFrom the summit you descend back to transition by the edge of the forest on a steep\, rough\, rocky track. \nTerrain: Walking trail\, stone path\, forest track\, mountain track with slippy muck and rock sections. \nPrecautions: Trail runners are highly recommended. \n \nStage 5: Cycle – 18km\nDescription: Back on your bike head you descend towards Greenan and the final bike climb of the day past Glenmalure golf club on a section of recently laid “cream cheese” surfaced road. \nYou then descend to join the R755 and return to the transition area at Laragh GAA pitch. \nTerrain: Sealed road\, varying in quality from very good to fair with possibility of some gravel and potholes \nPrecautions: The roads are not closed and are open to traffic. \n \nStage 6: Trail Run – 13.3km \nDescription: Competitors will rack their bikes at the Laragh GAA transition area. From here you head out a forest track running along the side of the valley with fabulous views down onto the valley and the world famous Glendalough round tower and monastic heritage site and catch a glimpse of the famous Upper Lake before returning back to the finish line at Laragh GAA. \nTerrain: Walking trail\, stone path\, forest track\, mountain track – Generally of good quality with possibility of some slippy sections. Precautions: Trail runners are recommended. \nLink to route: Stage 6
URL:https://kayathlon.ie/event/quest-glendalough-26/
LOCATION:Glendalough\, Wicklow\, Leinster\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Adventure Race,Event Happening,National Adventure Race Series - Expert,National Adventure Race Series – Sport
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260509T080000
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SUMMARY:WAAR.IE
DESCRIPTION:WAAR – Wild Atlantic Adventure Race is the brainchild of CLG Naomh Muire and is for both the seasoned and experienced participant. With the aim of the event being; we should all get involved in some physical activity which encourages more positive mental health. \nWAAR offers Three different categories;\n– Individual WAAR Route\, 55.5k \n– Team (4 person or 2 person)\, 56.5k \n– Sprint\, 39k  \nWAAR INDIVIDUAL (55.5KM)\nIndividual\nAll individuals must complete all four disciplines. Run\, Bike\, Hike\, Kayak (55.5k approx) \nRUN : 10K \nThe run route will be the same as 2017 making up a 10km route. \nLeaving Naomh Muire GAA club heading through Mullaghdubh on the main road before turning left onto airport road\, continue approx 1km to the airport. \nThe run section will enter the airport grounds and onto the airport runway (Provided there are no delays with the flight) making WAAR the only adventure race in the country to run on a live runway. \nLeaving the airport grounds the run will cross Carrickfinn beach to the Ballymanus road after catching your first glimpse of the Wild Atlantic.\nRunners will continue along the road for approx. 1k before turning onto the cross country route around Ballymanus monument and onto Mullaghdearg beach. Leaving the beach with a short\, steep run on a sand dune runners will follow the course back to the Clubhouse. \nThe run section is made up of approx 6km road and 4km cross country/beach. \nNote: All off road sections cross private property which we have been kindly given permission to use on the day. There is no access to this land in the lead up to the event and all competitors are asked to respect this and train elsewhere for the race. \nBIKE : 42.5K \nCompetitors will arrive back from the run and mount their bikes at the clubhouse grounds at transition area 1 (T1). Leaving T1 the bike route leaves Mullaghdearg heading left along the Wild Atlantic Way towards Kincasslagh. The route will continue along the main road past Keadue\, Burtonport and towards Dungloe\, approx 16km. \nArriving at ‘Top Petrol Station’ competitors turn right heading another 16km approx towards Meenaweal chapel through Meenamara and with a steep cycle up Tór. \nContinuing on to Meenawheel\, cyclists will arrive at T2 to begin the hike section. \nNote: All competitors must slow down coming into T2 and dismount their bikes. Marshals are there for your safety and failure to dismount bike before entering the transition area will result in a time penalty. \nHIKE : 2K \nRacking your bike at T2\, competitors will begin their hike up An Croghan Mór\, 1k each way with a time keeper at the top (so no turning back half way) The route is marked by white pegs in the ground with red flags and there will be marshals on the route should a competitor need assistance. \nBIKE : 42.5K … continued from above\nBack on your bike after the Hike\, for the final 11km approx. Competitors will take a sharp left after Meenawheel chapel heading towards Loughanure. \nIn the village of Loughanure turn right down the Glen Road towards Annagry and turning left at Annagry following the road back to Naomh Muire clubhouse to transition area 3. \nFinish \nAfter the kayak competitors will run along the football pitch to the finish line. \n \nWAAR TEAMS (56.5KM)\nTeams (4) \nThe WAAR TEAM route will comprise of four categories; \nRUN\, BIKE\, HIKE & KAYAK \nWhich will cover the same route as the main WAAR event. \nThere are two options when entering the Team; \n(1) Team of four: where each person undertakes one discipline or \n(2) Team of two: where person one does RUN and KAYAK and person two does CYCLE and HIKE \nRUN : 10K \nThe run route will be the same as last year\, making up a 10km route. \nLeaving Naomh Muire GAA club heading through Mullaghdubh on the main road before turning left onto airport road\, continue approx 1km to the airport. The run section will enter the airport grounds and onto the airport runway\, (watch out for the morning flight) making WAAR the only adventure race in the country to run on a live runway. \nOnce you have exited the airport grounds the run will continue as per previous years crossing Carrickfinn beach to the Ballymanus road after catching your first glimpse of the Wild Atlantic. \nRunners will continue along the road for approx. 1k before turning onto the cross country route around Ballymanus monument and onto Mullaghdearg beach. (Now is the perfect chance to capture some of the stunning views) Leaving the beach with a short\, steep run on a sand dune following the course back to the Clubhouse. \nThe run section is made up of approx 6km road and 4km cross country/beach. \nNote: All off road sections cross private property which we have been kindly given permission to use on the day. There is no access to this land in the lead up to the event and all competitors are asked to respect this and train elsewhere for the race \nBIKE : 42.5K \nCompetitors will arrive back from the run and pass the timer to the cyclist who will mount their bikes at the clubhouse grounds at transition area 1 (T1). Leaving T1 the bike route leaves Mullaghdearg heading left along the Wild Atlantic Way towards Kincasslagh. The route will continue along the main road past Keadue\, Burtonport and towards Dungloe\, approx 16km. \nArriving at ‘Top Petrol Station’ competitors turn right passing the community hospital and taking a left at the small round-about heading another 16km approx towards Meenaweal chapel through Meenamara and with a steep cycle up Thor. \nAt Meenawheel Chapel all competitors will enter transition area 2. All competitors will be asked to slow down coming into T2 and dismount their bikes. \nPlease note the marshals are there for your safety and failure to slow down or dismount bike before entering the transition area will result in a time penalty. \nHIKE : 2K \nRacking your bike at T2 the bike competitor will pass the timer to the hiker who\, will begin their hike up An Croghan Mór\, 1k each way with a time keeper at the top (so no turning back half way) The route is marked by white pegs in the ground with red flags and there will be marshals on the route should a competitor need assistance \nBIKE : 42.5K … continued \nAfter the Hike the timer will once again be handed to the cyclist who will remount their bike for the final 11km approx. \nCompetitors will take a sharp left after Meenawheel chapel heading towards Loughanure. In the village of Loughanure turn right down the Glen Road towards Annagry and turning left at Annagry following the road back to Naomh Muire clubhouse to transition area 3. \nKAYAK : 2K \nBack at the clubhouse competitors re-rack their bikes before passing the timer to their team mate\, heading the short distance to Mullaghdearg lake adjacent to the football pitch. Once at the lake all competitors will be given a buoyancy aid which must be worn. \nThe 2k kayak route will be clearly marked along the lake. (please be aware that all other competitors will be completing a 1K route so their route will also be marked) \nFinish \nAfter the kayak all team members can run along the football pitch to the finish line together. There will be a holding area for all teams to wait for their kayak competitor. It is your teams responsibility to organise logistics and to have all competitors at the holding area on time. \n \nWAAR Sprint (39KM)\nSprint \nThe WAAR Sprint route will comprise of three categories; RUN\, CYCLE & KAYAK\, which will cover parts of the main WAAR route. \nRUN : 5K \nThe run route will leave Naomh Muire GAA club heading across the road toward Mullaghdearg beach\, the route will comprise of a mixture of road\, cross country and beach in a loop that leads back to the clubhouse. \nBIKE : 33K \nCompetitors will arrive back from the run and mount their bikes at the clubhouse grounds at transition area 1 (T1). Leaving T1 the bike route leaves Mullaghdearg heading left along the Wild Atlantic Way towards Kincasslagh. The route will continue along the main road past Keadue\, Burtonport and into Dungloe. The route leaves Dungloe heading towards Loughanure on the N56. \nOnce in Loughanure competitors will turn left down the Glen road towards Annagry\, turning left at Annagry competitors will follow the road back to Naomh Muire clubhouse to transition area 3. \nKAYAK : 1K \nBack at the clubhouse competitors re-rack their bikes at T3 before heading the short distance to Mullaghdearg lake adjacent to the football pitch. Once at the lake all competitors will be given a buoyancy aid which must be worn. The 1k kayak route will be clearly marked along the lake. \nFINISH \nAfter the kayak competitors will run along the football pitch to the finish line. \n \nWAAR Beag (26.5KM)\n\nRUN 3.7k  \n\nLeaving Naomh Muire GAA club heading towrds Mullaghdubh\, leaving the main road turning left onto Ballymanus road. Runners will continue along the road for approx. 200m before turning onto the cross country route around Ballymanus monument and onto Mullaghdearg beach. Leaving the beach with a short\, steep run on a sand dune runners will follow the course back to the Clubhouse.\n\nThe run section is made up of approx 1km road and 3km cross country/beach. Note: All off road sections cross private property which we have been kindly given permission to use on the day. There is no access to this land in the lead up to the event and all competitors are asked to respect this and train elsewhere for the race. \n\n\nBIKE : 22.5k\nCompetitors will arrive back from the run and collect their bikes at the clubhouse grounds at transition area 1 (T1). Leaving T1 the bike route leaves Mullaghdearg heading left along the Wild Atlantic Way through Kincasslagh. \n\nCompetitors will turn left at Meenbanad towards Kerrytown and join the Sprint Route on the Dungloe/Loughanure Road. Turning left in Loughanure onto Glen Road and back to clubhouse.\n\nFinish\nAfter mounting your bike at T3 competitors will run along the football pitch to the finish line.\n\n\n \n\n\n\n*distance may change on the day due to circumstances outside of our control.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTimekeepers  \n\n\n\nYour timer will be given out at registration on Friday evening\, the timing chip is located inside your race number and it is each competitors responsibility to keep their timer on them. Please keep this in mind when wearing jackets etc.
URL:https://kayathlon.ie/event/waar-ie-25-2/
LOCATION:Clg Naomh Muire\, The Banks\, Mullaghdearg\, Letterkenny\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Adventure Race,Event Happening,National Adventure Race Series – Sport
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260607
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CREATED:20250820T084139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T084306Z
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SUMMARY:DAR - Dingle Adventure Race
DESCRIPTION:DINGLE ADVENTURE RACE COURSE INFO\nCourse Details: \nDAR Mini: 21.5Km \nDAR Sport: 43Km \nDAR Full: 75Km \nMINI 21.5KM COURSE INFO\nMINI 21.5km COURSE INFO\n\n\nNew to Adventure Racing and multi sport events\, then give it a go with the DAR mini\, this will give you a taste of running\, biking\, kayaking and the atmosphere that is invloved at these great events. You don’t have to be very fit for the mini\, just willing to give it a go. Course for the mini is; 8km cyle from Dingle to Ventry beach\, Run Ventry beach 5km\, Cycle back to Dingle 6km\, 0.7 run to kayak\, 1km kayak and 1km Run to Finish. Total 21km \n\n\nROUTE DESCRIPTION\n1. Cycle 8km Dingle to Ventry     Distance 8km / 5 mls   Height Gain 80m  Height Loss 80m \n2. Beach Run. Ventry Beach.  Distance 5km / 3.2mls  Height Gain 0m  Height Loss 0m \nAll of the Run is on the beach with a few stream crossings \nKayak. Milltown.  Distance 1km / 0.7 mls  Height Loss or Gain 0 & 400m run to bike transition \n3. Cycle: Ventry to Dingle via back road.    Distance 6km / 4 mls   Height Gain 80m  Height Loss 80m \nAll of cycle is on surfaced roads. \n5. Rack bike at transition Milltown\, run 700m to kayak\, kayak 1km. \n6. Run 1km to Finish. e  Dingle.    Distance 1km / 0.7mls    Height Gain 0m  Height Loss 10m \nDAR Sport  Total Distance 21km  / 13 mls   Height Gain 160m / 500ft  Height Loss 160m / 500ft \n \n\n\n\n\nSPORT 43KM COURSE INFO\nSPORT 43KM COURSE INFO\nDAR Sport takes a spectacular route around the western point of the Dingle Peninsula and Ireland. DAR Sport\, 08.30 Start; Total Distance 43km with 800m total ascent. Competitors will start on their bikes at Dingle Marina. It will be a rolling start for the first 1km cycle before cycling (21km) around Slea Head> hike or run (7.5km) Mt Eagle and cycle (11.5km) back to Dingle via Ventry\, rack bikes at transition at Milltown before (0.7km) run to kayak. Kayak 1km in double sit-on-tops before final run 1km to Finish line in Dingle Marina. \nROUTE DESCRIPTION\n1. Cycle: Dingle to Mt Eagle via Slea head.  Distance 21km / 13 mls   Height Gain 310m  Height Loss 140m \n2. Hike / Mountain Run. Mt Eagle. Distance 7.5km / 4.5mls  Height Gain 390m  Height Loss 390m \nAll of Mountain Hike Run is on rough trails. \n3. Cycle: Mt Eagle to Dingle via Ventry. Distance 11.5km / 7 mls   Height Gain 100m  Height Loss 270m \nAll of cycle is on surfaced roads. \n4. Run to Kayak. Rack bike at transition at Milltown\, Run .7km to kayak and kayak 1km.  Distance 1.7km / 1 mls  Height Loss or Gain 0 \n5 Run 1km to finish at Dingle Marina. Distance 1km / 0.6 mls  Height Loss or Gain 0 \nDAR Sport  Total Distance 43km  /  27 mls   Height Gain 800m / 2\,640ft  Height Loss 800m / 2\,640ft \n \nFULL 75KM COURSE INFO\nFULL INFO\nDAR: 11th year for DAR\, The 45 mile/ 73km course will take you to some of the best gems on the Dingle peninsula\, Co. Kerry\, Ireland. Biking around Slea head\, following in the footsteps of St Brandon climbing Ireland’s second highest Mountain range Mt Brandon and kayaking in Dingle Harbour. \n\n\nROUTE DESCRIPTION\n1. Run 1km to the kayaks\, kayak 1km on double sit on tops kayak\, run 700m to bike transition (T1)    Distance 2.7km / 1.6 mls   Height Gain 10m  Height Loss 0m \n2. Cycle 43km around the Slea head drive to the Bike transiton (T2) at the foot of Mt Brandon at Baile Breac.  Distance 43km / 27mls  Height Gain 300m  Height Loss 260m \nAll of cycle is on surfaced public roads. \n\n\n3. Mt Brandon Run/Hike\, this is a super 15.5km loop around Irelands second highest mountain range. 5km Hike will get you to the summit of Mt Brandon before a super ridge to get you on the Dingle way walking trail. (first 5km will see alot of competitors hike this before running the next 10.5km section which is very runable) \nAll of Mountain Hike Run is on rough mountain paths/trails. \n4. Cycle 9km / 6mls from Baile Breac Trasntion (T2) to bike Transition (T1/3) at Milltown/Dingle.  Distance 9km / 6 mls  Height Gain 60m Loss 100 & Rack bike before final 1 km run to finish line at Dingle marina. \nTotal Distance 73km  /  45.5 mls   Height Gain 1490m / 4\,910ft  Height Loss 1490m / 4\,910f
URL:https://kayathlon.ie/event/dar-dingle-adventure-race-2026/
LOCATION:Dingle\, Co. Kerry\, Burnham\, Dingle\, Kerry\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Adventure Race,Event Happening,National Adventure Race Series - Expert,National Adventure Race Series – Sport
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ORGANIZER;CN="Irish Adventures":MAILTO:dingleadventurerace@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTSTAMP:20260416T123401
CREATED:20250820T084350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T084413Z
UID:29377-1783728000-1783814399@kayathlon.ie
SUMMARY:Race 2 Glory
DESCRIPTION:Race2Glory is a multi-sport adventure race involving cycling\, running and a river run\, taking place on the 12th July 2025 in Kiltimagh\, Co. Mayo. 2024 will see the availability of 2 separate races. The long established “Full Race” (40km in total) course will remain as well as the “Sprint Race” (20km in total) course that was introduced in 2015 and proved very popular. Both courses are divided into 3 routes. Stages 1 & 2 of the Sprint course are shorter versions of stages 1 & 2 of the Full course\, while Stage 3 remains the same for both Full and Sprint competitors. \nFULL COURSE (Total 40km)\nTest yourself on challenges such as Spankers Hill\, The Bog\, Craggagh Hill and Glore River! The overall “full” route is outlined in the map below: The overall “full” route is outlined in the map below: \nSTAGE 01: 10K Mountain RunSteep ascent to 850ft\, road/bog run\, steep descent back to startSTAGE 02: 23K CycleMixture of steep and gentle hills\, arrive at transition 2STAGE 03: 7K RunCombination of road\, river and country track \n \nSPRINT COURSE (Total 20km)\nSTAGE 01: 3K Road RunSTAGE 02: 10K CycleMixture of steep and gentle hills\, arrive at transition 2STAGE 03: 7K RunCombination of road\, river and country track
URL:https://kayathlon.ie/event/race-2-glory-26/
LOCATION:Kiltimagh\, Co. Mayo\, Kiltimagh\, Kiltimagh\, Mayo\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Adventure Race,Event Happening,National Adventure Race Series – Sport
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260829T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260829T170000
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SUMMARY:Monte Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Introducing the Monte Challenge!\nBrought to you by the Monte Challenge Adventure Club\, a voluntary organisation\, founded to put on an epic adventure race and community fundraiser. Explore the Wild Atlantic Way and the Bluestack Mountains by foot and by bike. Enjoy a day out in the wilds of Donegal\, whether you are a competitive athlete or a newcomer to the outdoor adventure scene. \nChoose from three route options; The Full Monte\, The Half Monte and The Little Monte. Races start from the Community Centre\, Mountcharles from 8am on Saturday 30th August 2024. You can enter as an individual or share the journey as a team! \nThe Little Monte\nAll routes are subject to change and you will be notified in advance or on the day. \nRun/Walk | 5.2km | 85 Elevation \nRoute Overview: Be part of the action and enjoy a 5km walk/run loop\, littles ones are welcome\, under supervision. You’ll start at the Mountcharles Community Centre\, go downhill past the Chapel\, turning right\, watch out for a very steep descent past the Hall Demesne wall. Enjoy the views of Donegal Bay as you turn right onto the shore road and make your way from the little pier\, on past the big pier and get ready for the uphill past Salthill Gardens. Loop back right to Mountcharles and finish at the Community Centre\, to soak up the race day atmosphere. \nTerrain: Tarmac side road. \n \nThe Half Monte\nAll routes are subject to change and you will be notified in advance or on the day. \nLeg 1\nRun | 5.2km \nRoute Overview: Start your adventure race at the Mountcharles Community Centre\, run downhill past the Chapel\, turning right\, watch out for a very steep descent past the Hall Demesne wall. Enjoy the views of Donegal Bay as you turn right onto the shore road and make your way from the little pier\, on past the big pier and get ready for the uphill past Salthill Gardens. Loop back right to Mountcharles.\nTerrain: Tarmac side road. \nLeg 2\nCycle | 23km\nRoute Overview: Pick up your bike at Gallagher’s Funeral Home Car Park\, go along the shore road again and up the multiple Salthill hills\, taking the 3rd right to take you past McMonagle’s Stone and down into Mountcharles. Leaving the village\, you’ll head under the bypass and then turn left up a good hill towards Drumkeelan\, reward yourself at the top with stunning views of the Bluestacks. You’ll turn right and head for Letterbarra. Turn right up the infamous Altadoo climb\, then right towards Eddrim Glebe. Marshals will guide you through several junctions to take you on a network of quiet rural side roads\, back to Mountcharles. Stay to the right of the red cones on the entrance to the Gallagher’s Funeral Home transition zone.\nTerrain: Tarmac side roads\, with some narrow sections with potholes & gravel. \nLeg 3 \nRun | 500m \nRoute Overview: Drop your bike at Gallagher’s Funeral Home transition zone. Sprint (uphill!) for the finish at the Community Centre! \n \nThe Full Monte\nAll routes are subject to change and you will be notified in advance or on the day. \nLeg 1\nRun | 5.2km | 85m Elevation\nRoute Overview: Start your adventure race at the Mountcharles Community Centre\, run downhill past the Chapel\, turning right\, watch out for a very steep descent past the Hall Demesne wall. Enjoy the views of Donegal Bay as you turn right onto the shore road and make your way from the little pier\, past the big pier and get ready for the uphill past Salthill Gardens. Loop back right to Mountcharles.\nTerrain: Tarmac side road. \nLeg 2\nCycle | 19.5km | 370m Elevation\nRoute Overview: Pick up your bike at the transition zone at Gallagher’s Funeral Home Car Park\, go along the shore road again and up multiple hills\, going right to take you past McMonagle’s Stone and down into Mountcharles. Leaving the village\, head under the bypass\, then uphill towards Drumkeelan\, enjoy stunning views of the Bluestacks. You’ll head towards Letterbarra. Bear right past the chapel\, pedal towards the hills and drop your bike at the transition zone at Letterbara FC.\nTerrain: Tarmac side road. \nLeg 3\nRun/Hike | 6km | 415m Elevation\nRoute Overview: With the iconic Carnaween in front of you\, pass the football pitch\, along the road\, over the little Eany Beg River bridge\, turning right up to an old farmstead and red shed. Then hit the open mountain\, with a steep ascent in an anti-clockwise direction\, the route will be marked. Please follow the white flags and only cross the fences at designated points with styles. Clamber up the rocky summit\, take a moment to admire the views across to Fermanagh\, Leitrim\, Sligo and the Donegal coastline. Turn around and head (carefully!) down again.\nTerrain: some road\, track. The climb is on open mountain with no trail and several fences. Extreme caution is advised; underfoot is un-even\, boggy\, likely wet\, has streams & holes. Trail or hiking shoes with proper sole grips are highly recommended to minimise risk of falling. \nLeg 4\nCycle | 21km | 460m Elevation\nRoute Overview: Back at the transition zone\, collect your bike and get ready for more climbing! Turn left and bear right and up the ‘slog of a hill’\, Meenaguse. At the top of the climb\, you’ll be in the heart of the Bluestacks\, with the Greymare’s Tail Waterfall and Struell Gap to your left. Carefully descend along the gravel/pot holed road\, turn right and head back to Letterbarra. Turn up towards the infamous Altadoo climb\, then towards Edrim Glebe. Marshals will guide you through several junctions to take you on a network of quiet rural side roads\, back to Mountcharles. Stay to the right of the red cones on the entrance to the Gallagher’s Funeral Home transition zone.\nTerrain: tarmac road\, sections around Meenaguse have loose gravel\, potholes. Extreme caution is advised in these sections\, particularly on the descents. \nLeg 5\nRun | 5km\nRoute Overview: leave your bike at Gallagher’s Funeral Home transition zone and run down past the Hall Demesne. Carry on along the road\, to a right turn and find yourself on the beach. Turn left along the Warren\, going in a clockwise direction and following the white flags over dunes. Looping back onto the road\, to enjoy the final push uphill past those Hall Demesne Walls and for a sprint finish up to the Community Centre.\nTerrain: tarmac road\, beach with sand\, stones and sand dunes. Caution is advised; underfoot is un-even in places and may be slippery on stones.
URL:https://kayathlon.ie/event/montechallenge-26/
LOCATION:Mountcharles\, Co. Donegal\, Community Centre\, Mountcharles\, Donegal\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Adventure Race,Event Happening
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SUMMARY:Quest New Race to be Announced
DESCRIPTION:BRAND NEW QUEST EVENT?\n\nDetails to be released real soon folks 🙂
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LOCATION:tbc\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Adventure Race,cycling,Event Happening,kayaking,Mountain Run,National Adventure Race Series - Expert,National Adventure Race Series – Sport
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