Mám Éan
Forum Messages
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| Aidan Cleary | Jul 14 2025, 6:41pm | Subject: Mám Éan – New Race Date & Entry Opening Hi all, We’ve updated the race date for Mám Éan – it will now take place at 10:00 AM on Saturday, 23 August 2025. Entries will open on Monday, 11 August 2025 at 09:00 AM, so mark your calendars and get ready to secure your spot! Looking forward to seeing you on the start line. Regards, Aidan |
| Aidan Cleary | Aug 11 2025, 5:57pm | REGISTRATION has opened for Mám Éan – Galway which takes place on Saturday 23rd August 2025 at 10:00 AM Looking forward to seeing you on the start line. Regards, Aidan |
| Aidan Cleary | Aug 15 2025, 11:22pm | Hi all, Run Republic have just published a lovely piece on the Mám Éan race! If you fancy taking on Connemara’s rugged beauty, it’s 8.3km with 350m climb, fully marked trails, and epic views of the 12 Bens (there’s a junior course too – 3.5km). Entries are just €7 (€5 for O65s/U18s) — but don’t forget, they close Fri 22nd Aug at 18:00. We’re also looking for volunteers, so if you’re not running, come along and help out — you’ll tick off your volunteer credit and still be part of the day! Check out the article here Run Republic https://runrepublic.com/latest/mountain-trail/why-mam-ean-should-be-your-next-race-cation-rugged-trails-saintly-summits-and-the-best-of-connemara |
| Caroline Fahy | Aug 16 2025, 12:47pm | Hi Aidan, Will there be a short course race? Thanks, Caroline. |
| Mick Hanney | Aug 16 2025, 3:58pm | Article in todays Irish Times about the Mam Ean trail and place of pilgrimage.. |
| Aidan Cleary | Aug 16 2025, 7:04pm | Hi Caroline, There’s a short course that’s a little longer than the Junior one, with the turning point at the 2nd gate. I’m planning to do a recce of it tomorrow and will update the event details afterwards. |
| Aidan Cleary | Aug 19 2025, 6:09pm | Mám Éan Race – Saturday 23rd August 2025 Hi all, A quick reminder that the Mám Éan Race takes place on Saturday, 23rd August at 10:00, starting from Loigín Car Park, Connemara. Registration is open online now, and the closing date for entries is Friday 22st August at 18:00 – there will be no entry on the day. This is a beautiful 8.3km / 350m climb route in the heart of Connemara, with a junior/short course option of 3.7km / 170m climb. The course is fully marked, takes in stunning views, and is always a highlight of the calendar. We are also looking for volunteers to help with: Registration & finish line Course marshalls Volunteering is a brilliant way to support IMRA, meet the community, and for members it counts towards your 2 non-running volunteer roles for year-end prizes. Non-members are very welcome too – so if you know someone who’d like to get involved, please invite them along. The long-range forecast is looking promising, so fingers crossed for another great day out on the trails. Hope to see plenty of you running or helping on the day – it’s always a race worth making the trip for! |
| Colin Callanan | Aug 21 2025, 12:46pm | This will be another great event in Galway, wishing ye all the best with it! |
| Aidan Cleary | Aug 22 2025, 11:19am | Hi all! Just a reminder that registration closes at 18:00 today. Also, I’m looking for one or two volunteers |
| Aidan Cleary | Aug 22 2025, 3:06pm | • Runner Pre-Event Briefing Event: Mám Éan Date: Saturday, 23rd August 2025 Location: Connemara, Co. Galway Start Time: 10:00 Please take a few minutes to read this briefing carefully—it contains important safety and course details. ________________________________________ • 1. Registration & Race Numbers • Registration opens at 08:45 in the car park and closes at 09:40. • Sign in at the registration desk before the race. • Collect your race number if you haven’t already. • Mandatory kit: jacket. • Only registered runners may take part. ________________________________________ • 2. Course Overview • Long Course: 8.3 km, 350 m climb. • Short Course: 3.7 km. • The route is fully marked with flags, signage, and volunteers. Key points: • Gate 2 (Short Course Turnaround): Short-course and junior runners turn here and take the lower trail back (do not return via the chapel). • Gate 5 (Long Course Turnaround): Long-course runners must touch the gate to complete the turnaround. • Volunteers will manage all gates—please follow their directions. Always ensure no sheep cross through. ________________________________________ • 3. Safety & Etiquette • Stay on the marked trail at all times. • Watch for uneven rocky ground and livestock. • Follow marshal instructions—they are there for your safety. • Passing etiquette: Descending runners always have priority. Keep left if advised. • If you need assistance, alert the nearest marshal. ________________________________________ • 4. Start & Finish • Race briefing at 09:55 at the start line. • 10:00 – Long course start. • 10:05 – Short and junior course start. • All runners must report to the finish, even if you retire early (DNF).. • Post-race refreshments, raffle, and prizegiving will follow at the finish area. ________________________________________ • 5. Key Reminders • Carry your race number to the front as you approach the finish line, and have a jacket at all times. • The emergency phone number is printed on the back of your bib. • Touch the correct turnaround gate (Gate 2 or Gate 5). • Respect the landscape: leave no trace. • Thank the volunteers—they make this race possible! ________________________________________ • 6. Enjoy the Race! Push yourself safely, take care on the descents, and soak up the views of the Twelve Bens. Best of luck! Aidan Cleary |
| Barry McAuley | Aug 23 2025, 2:56pm | Thanks to all the organisers, volunteers and fellow runners for a fantastic morning out. A great run and atmosphere :) |
| vanessa sumner | Aug 23 2025, 3:25pm | Thanks to Aidan, and all the volunteers for this morning's race. It was so well organized. One of the best spreads afterwards I've ever seen at an IMRA run, and the raffle was good craic. A high bar set for next year!! |
| Michelle Higgins | Aug 23 2025, 6:19pm | Thank you Aidan & all the super volunteers on todays Event…. Tough run, with wonderful scenery and great support both out on the course and after with the treats. Really enjoyed it. |
| Aidan Cleary | Aug 23 2025, 7:56pm | I just want to say a heartfelt thank you to all of our volunteers who helped make the Mám Éan race such a success. From early-morning course marking and registration to gate marshals, first aid, and finish-line support – your time, energy, and good humour made everything run smoothly. The race simply could not happen without your commitment, and I’m very grateful. A big thank you also to all of the participants who came out and took part in the race – your spirit and effort made for a fantastic day on the hills. Full results will be available early next week. Looking ahead, the next Galway League race takes place at Diamond Hill on Saturday, 6th September 2025 at 18:30 – we hope to see many of you there. Thanks again for giving your time and energy to support the runners and the event. It really means a lot to both me and the IMRA community. Best, Aidan Cleary Race Director – Mám Éan |
| Paula Donnellan Walsh | Aug 23 2025, 8:21pm | A huge thanks to Aidan, the volunteers and all the participants for such a wonderful ramble up and around Mam Ean today. A huge effort was put in by everyone and it was so much appreciated. The course was so well marked out, the Stewarts were so encouraging, the after party at the bottom of the mountain, looking around for miles of beauty, escapism at its best. Safety was key today with very difficult terrain and slippy surfaces. Here's to many more wonderful rambles Aidan you have a calling!! |
| Rachel Harney | Aug 24 2025, 12:11pm | Great race! Thanks Aidan and all the volunteers for a lovely Saturday morning! |
| Jeff Swords | Aug 24 2025, 5:46pm | Results published, any queries email IMRAResults at gmail dot com |
