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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160430
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SUMMARY:Clare Island Adventure Race
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Clare Island Adventure Race 2016  is set to take place on Saturday\, 30th April \nThis event will appeal to both experienced and novice adventure racers. There are two options – for the experienced racer the full course will be the perfect warm-up race for a busy season ahead. With the climb of Knockmore\, this race is no picnic and will present a serious challenge even to seasoned adventurers. \nFor those who might not be back in shape after the winter – or for beginners – the Spirit Race omits the climb of Knockmore\, and has a shorter cycle\, making it very doable although still reasonably challenging. (It is also very affordable at just €45 for the full race and €35 for the shorter race.) \nBut on Clare Island\, we’re always looking for the craic as well. We promise you a fun day out\, no matter the weather or your race result. We’ll be hosting an after-race party in the Sailor’s Bar with live music and rocking banter. The bar also offers a really tasty menu with Mains ranging in price from €13 to €22. So\, we recommend you book yourself into the highly comfortable Go Explore Hostel and make a night of it! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTHE COURSE  (Start time: 1.00pm)\n\nBreakdown of Full Race distances: \n\nRun – 5 km\nCycle – 13.6 km\nRun / Climb – 5 km\nDash to finish – 0.5 km (incl. beach obstacle course)\nTotal – 24.10 km\n\nBreakdown of Spirit Race distances: \n\nRun – 5 km\nCycle – 9.5 km\nDash to finish – 0.5 km (incl. beach obstacle course)\nTotal – 15 km\n\nStage 1 – Capnagower / Fawnglass loop run (5 km)\nStart at Go Explore Hostel & run along tarmac road with a small piece of green road\, wet in areas\, and back to hostel. \nStage 2 – The Gravel Pit cycle (5.5 km)                                  \nStart at Go Explore Hostel & cycle along tarmac road to the gravel pit situated at the foot of Knockmore. \nStage 3 – The Knockmore Mountain climb (5 km)\nStart at Gravel Pit & run along green road for 1km before beginning the mountain climb from circa 100m to 460m and back down the same way to the Gravel Pit. \nStage 4 – The Church Gate cycle (8.1 km)              \nStart at Gravel Pit & cycle along tarmac roads through the Church Gate and along the westerly side of the island to complete the Clare Island circuit & back to the harbour. \nStage 5 – Walk the Plank / Beach Challenge / Dash to the Finish (0.5 km)   \nRun from the bike drop off to the old pier where you walk the plank off the pier into the water and swim / wade back to the beach (swim / wade less than 15m). Navigate through the beach activities before the final 200m dash to the hostel and the finish. (Note – All participants can bypass “Walk the Plank” however this will result in a 2 minute penalty) \nMANDATORY KIT\n\nGuide Map (provided by organisers at registration)\nEnergy food and drink\nCycle gear: bike\, bike tool kit\, puncture repair kit and cycle helmet*\nWindproof / waterproof jacket\nSturdy walking / running shoes with good grip essential\n\n* This is the mandatory cycling kit and can be left with your bike in the transition. ALL other mandatory kit MUST be carried with you during the race. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nADDITIONAL INFORMATION\n\nBIKE – All of the bike section of the race is on tarmac roads however some of the roads are in disrepair with some areas having grass growing on the road. There are some very steep ascents and descents on route with some sharp turns immediately at the foot of some steep descents. It is an absolute necessity to have excellent brakes and tyres with excellent grip.\nThe run / climb sections of the race bring you through some of the most beautiful countryside in the country with spectacular views spanning the entire Clew Bay area from the Killary Fjord\, Mweelrea Mountain\, Croagh Patrick\, Westport\, Mulranny and Achill Island.\nAny person found littering will be immediately disqualified.\nCaution: Always obey the rules of the road. Watch the road for markings of areas of special risk (please note that these markings do not identify all areas of risk). Wear suitable shoes for downhill\, wet\, off road conditions.\nCompetitors must check in with the marshal at each transition point identified on the map.\nThis event will become part of a calendar of race events throughout the year on Clare Island. Please remain up to date on upcoming events by liking www.clareislandadventures.ie\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nENTRY FEE\n\nFull Race: €45.00 excl booking fee \nSpirit Race: €35.00 excl booking fee \nFee includes: \n\nReturn ferry transfer to and from Clare Island\nRace entrance fee\nRace prizes\nMap with pre-marked transition areas\nPost event food\nRace safety cover & stewards\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nPRIZES\n\n  \nMale winner of Full Race    =    €125 Portwest voucher \nFemale winner of Full Race    =    €125 Portwest voucher \nMale winner of Spirit Race    =    €75 Portwest voucher \nFemale winner of Spirit Race    =    €75 Portwest voucher \n
URL:https://www.destinationwestport.com/event/clare-island-adventure-race
LOCATION:Clare Island\, Ireland
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