The Gateway Iron challenge is Ireland’s first adventure race to be held over three days which will involve a swim, bike and run race.
The distance of each of the three disciplines is the “Iron distance” and consists of a 3.68 km swim, a 180.2km cycle and a 42.19km (26.2ml) marathon run. The marathon will be run in association with Mullingar Harriers athletic club and the cycle in association with Lakeside Wheelers cycling club.
Scheduled for the May Bank Holiday weekend, 30th April, 1st and 2nd of May, the Gateway Iron challenge will take place in and around the scenic town of Mullingar. The Swim will be in Lough Ennell at the stunning Belvedere House Mullingar. The Cycle Race and Marathon Run will start and finish in the centre of the Town.
The event is designed for solo competitors and relay teams. You can enter just one of the disciplines or go the whole way and complete the Famous Iron challenge by finishing all three disciplines over the 3 days with a team or as a solo entry.
Unlike other events, this race uniquely allows people to try and experience part of an Iron distance race without having to compete in all three events.