3 laps – Ultra Marathon starting at 8am Approximately 21km in length the route for the most part is made up of forest gravel tracks that are used for forest service vehicle access and logging activity. These tracks are maintained however are often rutted from rain and at times can accumulate leaflitter, fallen branches and mud given the time of y
3 laps – Ultra Marathon starting at 8am Approximately 21km in length the route for the most part is made up of forest gravel tracks that are used for forest service vehicle access and logging activity. These tracks are maintained however are often rutted from rain and at times can accumulate leaflitter, fallen branches and mud given the time of year. There is one short section of single track that is always slippery. There are several very steep climbs on the route that take you from the bottom of the forest and its winding rivers to the very summit of Tollymore with excellent views across the rest of the Mourne Mountains, the Irish Sea and surrounding countryside. The route is fully waymarked, marshalled in key locations as well as roving staff and 4x4 paramedics. There are also 3 fully stocked water/food/aid stations to keel you fuelled for your adventure