Dysart Woods
- Description:
- Dysart Woods
- County:
- Laois
- Date:
- Sunday 24th March, 2024
- Time:
- 11:00
- Climb (m):
- 250
- Distance (km):
- 6.50
- Event Difficulty:
- 5 (1,2,2) - Easy Terrain, 200M - 500M ascent, 6Km - 10Km
- Race Marking:
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Route fully marked - GPS Allowed:
- Yes
- Leagues:
- Southeast League
- Mandatory Kit:
- Level A - Basic
- Showerproof, windproof jacket
All runners must bring the above items to the race. The actual kit to be carried during the race will be finalised on the day, depending on conditions etc., and clearly advised at Registration.
You should also have the means to carry all the kit in case required.
Failure to have the required items may lead to you being denied entry to the race, or disqualification. Random checks may be carried out.
- Route Description:
- The Dysart Dash is a beautiful 6.5km loop on wooded trail . At approx. 250m of ascent , it is suitable for both the beginner and the experienced trail runner. The Route has changed this year and will be an anti-clockwise loop as opposed to last year's fig of eight course. It is a fast course with some lovely climbs up Hewson Hill and moderate but steep technical descents also .
This native woodland is a spectacular environment for a trail race , with beautiful views of the Rock of Dunamaise throughout sections of the route.
There will be a Junior Route , which will be approx 3km and will be an out and back course . There will be a marshal at turnaround point. Please note U10 must be accompanied on the race route by a guardian or parent.
For more information on Updated Junior runners policies, copy this link to your browser: https://www.imra.ie/forum/topic/id/5487
Route map for DYSART DASH SEL ROUTE 2024 by Brian Smyth on plotaroute.com
PLEASE SEE LINK AND PIN DROP BELOW TO FIELD FOR PARKING . ONCE PARKED, WALK TO CORRIGMEAL WOODLANDS (Adjacent to Dysart woods) TO GET TO THE RACE START. The Race will start in corrigmeal woods this year before entering dysart woods.
https://goo.gl/maps/ViZSGtPP4oVvzAot7
Under IMRA rules for competitor's safety, it is mandatory to bring and carry a jacket that is shower and windproof for the entire race. Any competitor seen not carrying or wearing their jacket at any stage in the race will be disqualified. There are no exceptions to this rule!
This race is open to all IMRA members. There will be online pre-registration available at €7 on www.imra.ie deadline is 18:00 on Saturday the 23rd March.
IMRA MEMBERSHIP PROCEDURE FOR 2024
All competitors must be IMRA members. IMRA membership costs €10 for a calendar year. It is unrelated to membership of other athletic clubs. IMRA membership cannot be purchased at the race, you must follow these steps beforehand:
Login to your "myimra" account on www.imra.ie. If you don't have an account, create one using the REGISTER FOR MYIMRA link here: IMRA Registration, and follow the instructions carefully.
Go to the PURCHASE IMRA PRODUCTS page and purchase 2024 membership using a credit/debit card.
Bring the membership confirmation email containing your race number for the year with you to your first race of the year
Collect your IMRA number at your first race, and hold on to it, as it's valid for the full year.
To pay for the individual race entry, go to the PURCHASE IMRA PRODUCTS page and purchase race entry for €7 using a credit/debit card.
IMPORTANT: No cash entries on the day.
Please carpool as much as possible as car parking spaces may be limited. Parking charges in effect for those without a full car: €4 for a single person car €3 for two people €2 for three people Free for a full car (4+). Please bring exact coins . No card payments
Registration will be between 9.45 and 10.45 on the morning of the race at corrigmeal just 200m up (back toward main road) from the carpark field. Marshal will be in place to direct runners .
Please allow yourself enough time to get to the race start.
PRIZEGIVING LOCATION: Prizes will be given as the 1st-3rd females and males cross and the 1st female and male juniors cross the finish line.
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
Carpool
| Driver Name | Location | Passing Through | Departure | Seats Available | Seats Accepted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Lavelle | Citywest/Tallaght | Citywest/Tallaght - N7 - passing by Naas - M7 | 09:00:00 | 3 | 3 |
