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Tiree Ultra Marathon

08-Sep-2019 Tiree, Hebrides, UK (Scotland)

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56KM / 35Miles
1 Day - 200 Runners

DIFFICULTY Race Difficulty Beginner

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The 35M Tiree Ultra Marathon headquarters are located at An Talla, the Community Hall at Crossapol and the start line is a short walk away at Sorobaidh Beach. It is open to solo runners and relay teams.

The course is a 35-mile run around the island, with flat rugged terrain that includes plenty of beach running. The route is marked, easy to navigate from checkpoint to checkpoint and fully marshalled.

Only water will be provided at the checkpoints so runners must be food self-sufficient. Dropbags are allowed and will be transported to the half-way checkpoint.

There is a mandatory kit that must be carried the entire race. The cut-off is 10 hours.

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Shirley Ann Duncan

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Beginner

Elevation: Very little change < 500 metres. Benign running terrain, not technical.

Suitable for: First ultra runners completing a marathon or doing regular long distance running in the last six months.

Intermediate

Elevation: Increase of up to 1000 metres

Suitable for: Runners who have completed at least one ultra distance race (or similar event) or are doing long distance running (>26 miles) regularly, with elevation shown.

Advanced

Elevation: Increase of up to 1500 metres

Suitable for: Runners who have completed several ultra distances or similar events, or are doing long distance running regularly, with elevation shown.

Expert

Elevation: Increase of up to 2000 metres with some challenging climatic conditions (e.g. ice, snow, humidity or heat) and or technical terrain

Suitable for: Experienced runners who have completed at least regular ultra distances in last 12 months, or are doing regular long distance running (>50 miles) with elevation and conditions shown (where possible). Admission to these races may be subject to evidence of recent qualifying race participation and recent medical examination certificate. Check with the race organiser regarding entry requirements.

Brutal

Elevation: Increase of up to 2000 metres with very challenging climatic conditions (e.g. ice, snow, humidity, heat or at high altitude) and or technical terrain.

Suitable for: Very experienced long distance ultra runners (min 3 years’ experience) or are doing regular long distance running (>50 miles) with elevation and conditions shown (where possible). Admission to these races is often subject to evidence of recent qualifying race participation and recent medical examination certificate. Purchase of specialist kit is often recommended for these races.

Endurance - Multi-activity

Type: An ultra distance race including at least two of the following activities such as running, swimming, cycling, kayaking, skiing and climbing. It may also include different climatic conditions (eg ice, snow, humidity, cold water, mud or heat).

Suitable for: Experienced multi-skilled athletes who have trained for the different activities included in this event. Admission to these races may be subject to receipt of a recent medical examination certificate. Check with the race organiser regarding entry requirements and any specialist equipment required such as a wetsuit, skis or a mountain bike.

Global - Virtual

Type: A virtual race which can be run at any time shown on the dates shown, on any type of terrain in any country.

Suitable for: For runners from beginners to experienced as you choose your own course and challenge based on the guidelines and options set by the virtual race organiser.

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VikkiRoberts

08:22 30-12-15

I ran this event in 2015. I'd run a couple of 24 hour team events and one solo ultra before and considered myself very much a beginner at ultra distance still. The idea of running around an entire island was appealing and the travel was well worth while.
The organisation was excellent and the whole event very friendly. With plenty of signs, marshals and maps, it was easy to follow the route, interesting without being excessively challenging, and amazing scenery. It was easy to break the route down into more manageable chunks, mentally, and the aid stations were well stocked and timely! I stayed in a cottage and hired a bike, which was good for shaking out tired legs after the event. The pst race catering was fantastic and good value but I must confess I didn't make it to the ceilidh that evening.
Really recommend the event for all abilities (it's an excellent starter ultra).
Further review on my blog: http://cantmoveitclimbit.blogspot.co.uk/2015/09/event-review-tiree-ultra-marathon.html

Spudgt2

02:56 27-12-15

Amazing event, great for beginners and elites. Well organised, signposted, and supported. The route is a circumnavigation of the island which makes it a special event. The route follows some remote sections of the coastline and some sections of road. The aid stations are fun and supported. The ceildh at the night time is a must to dance of tired legs. Well worth the travel to get to Tiree. Watch my video here for it https://vimeo.com/glenntait/tireeultra

Tiree Ultra Marathon