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Beat the Post Race Blues
This is a piece I wrote about beating that post Ultra race blues. But let's face it, you don't have to have completed an Ultra to the get the lows of post race come downs! [...]
Quest Kenmare Photos Now Up on Facebook
Hi guys, Just a quick one to let you know the photos from Quest Kenmare have just been posted on our Facebook page. Pop over and see if you can find you yourself 🙂
National Series Form Guide: Quest Kenmare
Adventure Racing season officially gets underway this weekend in Kerry as Quest Kenmare plays host to the opening round of the Continental National Adventure Race Series 2019. With Continental Tyres as the title sponsor [...]
30 Commonly Used Phrases in Adventure Racing
30 Commonly Used Buzz Words in Adventure Racing If you are a first timer to Adventure Racing, you might be wondering what the hell everyone was spouting on about. Well get ahead of [...]
Continental Tyres to Become Title Partner of the Irish National Adventure Race Series
Newsflash!!!! We are delighted to share the exciting announcement that premium tyre manufacturer Continental Tyres has agreed to be title partner of the Irish National Adventure Race Series in conjunction with Series founders Multisport [...]
The Accidental Yogi by Laura O’Driscoll
Before Christmas, I noticed a new fitness class designed for Athletes being announced on Bookface which made perfect sense and I was surprised I hadn't heard of anything like it before. It was a yoga [...]
Opportunity…when one door closes…
Opportunity noun - "a time or set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something". Last October, whilst training for my season finale, I busted the ligaments in my ankle out on the Trails. [...]
Adventure is Out There!!!
Here at Kayathlon, we are all about promoting healthy living. Do you need an escape from the stresses of modern day living...Check out our new video. Hopefully it will inspire you or somebody you [...]
We Need Your Vote!!!
We are delighted to be shortlisted in the Outsider Magazine Awards 2018 for 2 awards. Most Devoted to the Outdoor Scene (professional) & The Audience Choice award. The latter being a public vote. We work tirelessly here [...]
The Invisible Racer
The big day beckons. You begin to zone in at the task on the horizon. You taper. You watch what you eat. You start to get more sleep. You make sure your kit is ready. [...]
Adventure Racing Workshop – Bikefit Physio
Are you new to Adventure Racing or looking to brush up on your skills? If so, check out John Phelan - The Bikefit Physio. He is running a limited spot workshop this coming January. [...]
Documentary of the Month: Dan Whitehead
Back in mid October, whilst training for Sea2Summit, I injured myself on the trails and as a result was sofa bound. Before long boredom soon overtook me. I was climbing the walls. I hate [...]
Competition Time: Win 2 Entries to Killary Gaelforce Dublin
It's competition time again. Kayathlon have teamed up with Killary Gaelforce to give away 2 entries to the award winning Gaelforce Dublin on March 23rd. We want to celebrate you, your adventures and 2018 in [...]
GB ULTRAS SNOWDON 100 MILES – By Marcus Pletts
The devil whispered, 'you cannot withstand the storm' to which the warrior replied 'I am the storm'. I have been waiting my whole life for an ultra like this. Brutal, tough, unforgiving. This is my [...]
50 thoughts that go through every first time adventure racers head
So you have done the training, cut back on the chocolate, and convinced yourself to turn up for that leap of faith...Your first Adventure Race. What you are about to feel next is normal [...]
Race Report: Sea2Summit by Maria Fahy
Sea2Summit saw 2,700 sign up to take on Croagh Patrick and all Westport could throw at them. One of these brave souls was Westport Hotel Groups very own Maria Fahy who decided to take [...]
David Gillick – Back on Track
I recently heard an interview with David on 2FM and it really hit home with me. The manner in which he spoke. Not like your normal cliche filled bulls&*t interviews that we are subjected [...]
The Form Guide: National Adventure Race Series – Sea2Summit
In the Expert category the womens title has been settled but Laura O’Driscoll will be looking to finish the season on a win and it’s hard to see past her taking the top spot [...]
The Inside Track – Sea2Summit
All roads lead to Westport on the 10th November. Year after year, this event is sold out months in advance and it's not as if the amount of allowed race entrants is low. Almost [...]
Kayathlon.ie Magazine – November Issue
Our November Issue is now available. In an action packed month, we have another wedged issue with articles including Race Previews: The season finale Sea2Summit Readers Race Review: David Power looks back at Quest [...]
The Form Guide: National Adventure Race Series – SCAR.IE
Adventure Racers are heading to the southern coast this weekend for the Skibbereen Charity Adventure Race SCAR to battle it out in the penultimate event for both Expert and Sport categories in the 2018 [...]
The Inside Track – SCAR ‘ 18
The fifth annual Skibbereen Charity Adventure Race takes place this year on Saturday, October 20th and looks set to be the biggest yet with up to 600 competitors taking part. We took time out [...]
The Inside Track – Tuff-Inish ’18
Starting at 7am Saturday 13th October brings a brand new and exciting 12 hour adventure race. Tuff Inish is a 132k race around the scenic Inishowen area of North Donegal. We spoke to Andrew [...]
Race Report: Quest Killarney & Mangerton
So a couple of issues back, I posted an article on the 10 toughest mountains to be found on the adventure racing calendar. The list itself, was hotly debated over a few post race [...]
Gaelforce North Race Report by Jane Merrigan
Gaelforce North - My end of season race by Jane Merrigan It was the final race of the season for me, to complete the trio of medals that had enticed me all year, [...]