The Race is aimed at providing the ultimate single-day test for endurance athletes in Ireland. Competitors will come from a variety of backgrounds and disciplines. You do not need to be an elite runner, cyclist or kayaker. Those who compete in and complete The Race will be those who refuse to give up.
1. What is THE RACE? THE RACE is a 260km multi-sport (running, cycling, kayaking) event across the least hospitable terrain in Ireland.
2. Is THE RACE an adventure race, an ultra-triathlon, expedition race or extreme race? THE RACE does not fall into any specific category. The race combines elements of many different genres but is in fact a category in and of itself. THE RACE is simply the toughest endurance event ever to take place on these shores.
3. Who will compete in THE RACE? You do not need to be an experienced athlete. Those who compete in and ultimately complete THE RACE will be those who refuse to give up. Persistence will trump performance. Toughness will beat talent.
4. How much training is required? The amount of training needed will depend on your current fitness levels. Competitors are invariably busy people and can’t train all the time. Some will complete the event with less training, others want to win and will devote more time to preparations. Expert advice is available in our experts section. THE RACE is a not-for-profit event. All proceeds from THE RACE will go to help support the work of Self Help Africa. www.selfhelpafrica.org
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