Slieve Donard 10km / climb 1000m
This race starts on the southern side of Newcastle town at Donard Demense.
This race which is the firstl race in the Irish Championship for 2012, will be hosted by NIMRA.
Race is to include Slieve Donard only
As with all Irish Championship races, competitors will need to bring the following mandatory kit to the race and be prepared to carry it. The race director will, on the day specify what needs to actually be carried. Map of route, Compass, Whistle, incoat
, Hat, Gloves, Emergency Food and Water
Slieve Donard is the highest mountain in Northern Ireland at 2796 feet and together with the neighbouring peak of Slieve Commedagh (2515 feet) it dominates the skyline above the coastal town of Newcastle in County Down.The race has previously been a British Championship event in 1997, 1999 and 2004 and many championship contenders will therefore be familiar with it. As one of the classic Mourne races it has also featured in the Northern Ireland Championship on many occasions.
Slieve Donard is the highest mountain in Northern Ireland at 2796 feet and together with the neighbouring peak of Slieve Commedagh (2515 feet) it dominates the skyline above the coastal town of Newcastle in County Down.The race has previously been a British Championship event in 1997, 1999 and 2004 and many championship contenders will therefore be familiar with it. As one of the classic Mourne races it has also featured in the Northern Ireland Championship on many occasions.
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Regards Runireland Team