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Brandon Vertical

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AuthorDateMessage
Dáithí de MórdhaJun 17 2025, 10:25amEntries are now open for the Brandon Vertical 2025 (and for all 3 races of the Dingle Trail Running Weekend)

Friday 11th July 7.30pm

Test yourself on the most westerly trail race in Europe, and the perfect warmup for the Brandon Ridge Half Marathon the following day!

If you are down for the weekend and running one or two of the races, you might think of volunteering for another - as you all know, no IMRA volunteers = no IMRA races!
Dáithí de MórdhaJul 7 2025, 11:44amLast few days to register for this - the most westerly VK in Europe, and the perfect way to kick off the Dingle Trail Running Weekend!
Ian ConroyJul 7 2025, 5:21pmAnyone heading here from Dublin on Friday, or can they give me a lift from a major spot on the day such as Tralee, Dingle or Killlarney?
Sorcha LoughnaneJul 7 2025, 7:04pmIan I’m heading down from Dublin but you might not want to share a backseat all the way from Dublin with my kids (I know I wouldn’t). If you’d prefer to get a train to Tralee I could collect you from there.
Mick HanneyJul 10 2025, 4:03pmHi Barry, is it possible to confirm the kit requirements for the race tomorrow evening in advance, thanks, Mick
Dáithí de MórdhaJul 11 2025, 3:29pmHi Mick, it looks like only the basic kit will be required - phone, jacket, buff, hat etc - and water if you think you'll need it!
Mick HanneyJul 11 2025, 11:09pmThanks Daithi and helpers, especially those marshalling up and on the mountain, for a great event.

A fabulous weather day with clear views, warm with a cooling breeze. Great visibility from the top (finish line).

A tough but enjoyable race.
Sorcha LoughnaneJul 11 2025, 11:12pmThanks Daithí and volunteers, a brilliant race in a fabulous place. Look forward to running up that hill again tomorrow…
Mick HanneyYesterday, 8:24pmVK report added.
Brian FlannellyYesterday, 8:26pmResults are now up for this event - any questions/queries on them, please email:
brian <dot> flannelly <at> imra <dot> ie
Mick HanneyYesterday, 8:38pmThe photos uploaded by Joe and Carol are superb.
Dáithí de MórdhaYesterday, 8:55pmThanks for the report and the kind words Mick,

You're right - 9/10 times you would barely be able to see the summit cross!

Well done to all who started and finished!

Go raibh maith agaibh ar fad
Barry MurrayToday, 12:38pmMy first of 3 x race reports ! https://www.imra.ie/events/report/id/2619/#2162

A great start to the weekend, well done again Daithí and crew.