Circuit of Glenmacnass
- County:
- Wicklow
- Date:
- Sunday 11th July, 2021
- Time:
- 10:00
- Climb (m):
- 1040
- Distance (km):
- 19.00
- Event Difficulty:
- 10 (Extreme) - Extreme, >1,000M ascent or > 30Km
- Race Marking:
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Route not marked - GPS Allowed:
- No
- Leagues:
- Leinster Championship
- Organisers Instructions:
- Race starts by the forest barrier at Brockagh.
PARKING AND REGISTRATION WILL BE IN A FIELD ON THE LEFT HAND SIDE OF THE ROAD APPROX 50 metres AFTER the Brockagh Resource Centre if you are travelling via Laragh. This race at 19 km long and over some open mountain terrain should not be taken lightly. Appropriate clothing should be carried (see mandatory kit list below). The route is not marked. Runners must report to the official at the half-way stage, Glenmacnass waterfall car park, where it is possible to retire if necessary. There will be water available at this point & some food (jelly sweets).
In order to enter this race you need to fulfil one of the following criteria: a) Have completed a full recce of the route b) Have previously competed in this race c) Be a proven competent navigator d) Run with a buddy who fulfils one of the above criteria. This needs to be agreed with the other person and you must stick together.
Mandatory Kit Requirement:
The following items must be carried by fall runners for the full duration of the course regardless of the weather conditions:
- Rainproof Jacket - Face covering - Map - Compass - Whistle - Hat/Cap - Gloves - Bumbag with water,biscuits/jellies
Any runner failing to meet the above criteria for entry or failing to carry mandatory kit will be refused entry. - Prizegiving Location:
- By the finish area
Volunteers (Non-Running)
You need to have done 2 non-running volunteer roles in a calendar year to qualify for end of year prize
Volunteers (Running)
Check with race director if they have a need for people volunteering and running. Race directors need a minimum number of people available throughout the race to make the race work so non-running volunteers are preferable. While it can be helpful, volunteering in a volunteer and race capacity does not count towards qualifying for end of year prize
