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Quadrathon – An Epic 4 Marathon Event
A Unique opportunity to participate in Donegal’s first ever 4 Marathon in 4 Days event. The course winds along the Inishowen 100 scenic drive, amazing scenery with something to distract you at every turn and summit. Unfortunitely for the runners you really don’t get good scenery in Donegal without a few hill. There is at least 1 notable climb in each of the first 3 days but the 4th days course is reasonably flat so you could have had a good time on that one if it hadn't been for your body being nackered at this stage.
There are a multi choice of issues, stay in the same accomodation or move on each day, transfers to or from the races etc. Extreme North will be there to help, guide and assist on all matters depending on the individual preferance so just keep in touch with updates and keep sending on your concerns / queries. Everything will be sorted so you can relax into the challenge, if thats possible.
All 4 Marathons qualify for the 100 Marathon Club in Ireland and UK.
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Quadrathon Challenge Details
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| Day |
Date |
Title |
Location |
Start |
Single |
Teams
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One day
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| Day 1 |
Thu. 30th Aug |
Kinnego Marathon |
Moville - Malin |
9.00am |
175
Euro
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(2) 275
(4) 350
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70 Euro |
| Day 2 |
Fri. 31st Aug |
Malin Marathon |
Malin - Ballyliffin |
9.00am |
70 Euro |
| Day 3 |
Sat. 1st Sept |
Mamore Marathon |
Ballyliffin - Buncrana |
9.00am |
70 Euro |
| Day 4 |
Sun 2nd Sept |
Muff Marathon |
Buncrana - Moville |
9.00am |
70 Euro |
Transfers to start / finish where necessary will be provided - Cost of transfers will be minimal cost.
Extreme North Goal is to ensure that all their events are "True value for money" we have trimmed rates and hope/need a reasonable level of entry to counteract same. EXtreme North have also canvassing accommodation providers to do likewise for competitors and spectators alike. So please keep us informed if you feel that you are not being looked after properly.
If you have “Taken it to the Limits” at a previous extreme North Event then maybe this is your next goal.
Extreme North are delighted to receive your comments and suggestions for improving the legistics, accomodation, team makeup or any other aspect that you feel might be a beneficial addition to the Quadrathon or any of our events.
The Course
The Quadrathon has been designed mainly along the inishowen 100 scenic route with some deviation to area’s that we feel have something special to offer in either challenge or scenery. Each of the first 3 days will have 1 main challenging climb and each race will have full backup and support for all competitors.
Marathon day 1 – Kinnego Bay Marathon
Starting in Moville, marathoners will have an easy 5 mile on the banks of the Foyle, passing Greencastle along golf lings to Shroove before encountering the first reasonable 1m ascent. Then another 2 easy mile before taking on the toughest climb of the day, a 250m climb over 2k as you make your way towards Kinego Bay. Take in lots of fresh air and beautiful scenery as you make your way to the summit. A long decent sees you passing the beautiful Kinego Bay of Spanish Armada fame (13.0), just short of the relay switch over. A tough 1.5k climb signals the end of enduring climbs for the day so you can relax into the marathon as you tramp through the rolling scenic coastal route of Tremone, Ballyharry, onto the beautiful village of Culdaff and onto the finish line at Malin town.
Marathon day 2 – Malin Head Marathon
Start line will be a few mile north on Malin town where you will wind your way towards Malin head and Bamba’s crown the most Northerly point of Ireland. The most enduring climb of the day will be after that as you work your way up “knockamanny bends” summiting with a beautiful view of Lag beach and a very welcome decent towards Lag (relay switch over) and back towards Malin town. No major surprises on the remainder of the course as you make your way towards the finish line at Ballyliffin.
Marathon day 3 – Mamore Marathon
Starting in Ballyliffin and heading back on Fridays course for 1 mile then turn into the beautiful rolling landscape of the Isle of Doagh, passing the Famous Famine Village and onto stone / gravel path and running alongside pollan beach for 2k. Exiting the beach you will commence a 1.5k climb. The next 12k is mostly a flat coastal scenic route before embarking on todays endurance climb of 250m over 2k over Mamore Gap. This will sap your energy but when you have reached the summit the remainder is going to feel like all downhill as you wind your way towards Buncrans and the finish line at the Inishowen Gateway hotel at the far side of the town.
Marathon day 4 – Muff Marathon
The final day and you will be glad to know that the terraine isn't as hairy as the previous 3 days, Relatively flat so you might just be able to shave a few minutes off your best time. No enduring climbs but you will still need sheer determination to complete today and put distance between yourself and those who talk about extreme adventure. Turning left at bridgend through birdstown and a sharp left as you enter Muff will see you on the final leg of the race as you head straight for Moville with the beautiful scenery of Lough Foyle on your right and lots of wonderful memories behind you. The Finish line at Moville will signal the end of one hell of a challenge and the well deserved title of Extreme Challenger.
Registration and race Schedule
It will be a prerequisite that all participants have register online prior to attending registration on the evening before the start of the 4 day event. Pre registration will take place at the Redcastle Hotel from 4.00pm until 9.00pm on the Wednesday evening. Single day competitors will have to pre register the evening beforehand. Instruction will be provided in advance.
All participants taking part in the 4 day event will be required to attend Registration on the Wednesday in order to;
· Collection your race number.
· Collect your tee shirt
· Receive a map of the course
· Receive final instruction on all aspects of the race
The Map and Instructions will outline start point of each days Marathon. In General ;
Day 1 Moville 9.00
Day 2 Malin 9.00
Day 3 Ballyliffin 9.00
Day 4 Buncrana 9.00
Morning of Race.
There will be a check in each morning at 8.30 prior to race start
Do go over your check list twice to ensure you arrive at the start line fully equipped and relaxed.
Hand over any food or items that you require to be left near half way stage. Do not leave any items behind you along the course.
Food and Drink – Ensure that you have taken sufficient food, fruit, carbohydrates, gels, or whatever does it for you, with you to maintain your energy levels throughout the race. Water and refills will be available at water stations.
Scenery, that simply speaks for itself, after all you are practically running along the entire Inishowen 100, 100k of scenery in one of Irelands most beautiful and varied scenic routes.
Course Markings – Each course will have mile markers at each mile with any other markings or warnings deemed necessary.
Each Marathon on each day will be a cause for celebration for each and every competitors and extreme North will be there to listen and help you through the run and the celebrations.
Prize giving & Hospitality – This will not be treated lightly, a mamouth Challenge deserves a similar acknowledgement and celebration. The intention is to have a prize giving presentation with lots of hospitality for both runners, friends and marshalls. Full details will follow.
RACE SUPPORT IN BRIEF
The following race support is intended to ease any concerns you may have about the run and to ensure that you maximise on your enjoyment by participating.
- Stewarts along course to ensure your safety.
- Vehicular surveillance at random
- Port a loo’s / or approved use of public (bar) toilets will be located at specific area’s along course – see map at registration.
- Mobile Medical support throughout the course
- Brush wagon for all slower participants
- Coach transfer for visiting participants, residing in appointed Hotels to start line or back to accommodation.(By prior arrangement)
- Pick up & return to accommodation for injured / non finishers.
- Goody bag at finish
Mandatory Kit
The following is your check list of essential items that you may wish to have with you.
- Course map – Provided by EN
- Any energy drinks and food – water top up will be available at water station locations along the course.
- Your Ruck sack/parcel may be handed in each morning and forwarded to a collection points at half way stage.
- Clothing -Suitable to reflect weather conditions on the day and to cover all eventualities.
EXTREME NORTH – RULES FOR QUADRATHON CHALLENGE
· This Challenge will be staged on open roads. The rules of the road and road curtsey must be observed at all times.
· The presence of a Marshal does not give you right of way, be prepared to stop and go only when coast is clear or waved through by a Marshall.
· You must have the “Mandatory Kit” with you at all times
· Contenders must make themselves aware of the time check stations. It will be the responsibility of each contenders to ensure that they are time checked at each station otherwise they will be eliminated from the race.
· Obey all instructions and Marshal guidance.
· Stay within the allocated course and do not trespass.
· Each contestant will be responsible for his own personal meal / clothing provisions for execution of the Challenge + post and pre challenge requirements
· Do not litter with items of food etc,. Waste bins will be provided near water stations.
· Assist / report any colleague who may be in trouble to the nearest marshal.
· Do not litter, only use toilets provided,
GENERAL
· Respect and be courteous to local inhabitants who may have been inconvenienced due to the restrictions this event may have imposed on their day to day activities
· On registering for the Challenge you waiver any liability on the organisers for injury, damage or loss and agree to be bound by the rules and regulations of the organisers.
· Contestants will be personally liable for any deliberate damage caused to the course, neighbouring structures, equipment etc.
· Contenders are advised to have their own personal insurance
· Contenders on registering agree to the use of personal Photos / Images by the organisers for event promotion purposes as they see fit.
· The organisers decision to eliminate or impose a time penalty on a contestant, for whatever reason, will be final.
· Any competitor found to be deliberately flaunting the rules, making a nuisance of themselves or generally causing disruption will be disqualified
· If for any reasons arising out of weather conditions / H&S concerns etc., the course organisers reserve the right to alter or vary the course as they see fit.
PRIZE CATEGORIES
See list of categories separately. Organisers reserve right to adjust these categories in event of small participation.
· Organiser’s decision will be final on all matters.
FAQ
Below are answers to commonly asked questions
If your query is not listed, or you are still uncertain please email us at info@extremenorthevents.com
Race start times each morning
Marathon Start 9.00am
What time must I be at Start
You must be at your respective start at least 45mins prior to the start time.
Transport to Start / from finish
Transport arrangements may be put in place to accommodate visitors to start / from finish. Final arrangements will be advertised at least a month in advance. Please observe race rules which will be published for both competitor and spectator pre race and also available at registration.
Registration / Collecting Number
Registration for collection of numbers will be at the Redcastle Hotel on Wednesday (day before race) from 6.00pm to 9.00pm. There will be no Registration collection available on day of race.
Can I let someone else participate on my Number
No you cannot
Course Markings
Participants will be provided with a map at registration.
There will be clear course markings on route.
There will also be Stewarts at any major junctions.
Course Surface
You can assume that the entire course is on Tarred road. If there is any small section not it is not likely to affect your choice of runners.
Water Stations
Water stations will be available at maximum of 4.5 mile interval stations.
Bins for empty bottles will be dotted up to 1.0 mile from station, please use if at all possible.
My Entry Fee Includes?
Race medal
Race Tee shirt
Water and fruit stations
Stewarts assistance and Medical back-up
Post race Goody Bag, sandwiches etc.
Loads of hospitality.
Can I transfer my entry to next year
To allow for Injury during training you can transfer your entry to next year’s event up to 3 weeks before start of race. After this date it will be too late.
Cut off times
Cut off times is 6.50 hours from start of Race. (3.30)
H & S for runners
Use of Music / ear phones are banned. As there will be local traffic, race vehicles and Ambulances it is imperative that runners/walkers adhere to this rule. Failure to do so will result in your disqualification.
Prize Categories
The Following Categories will exist.
1st M, 2nd M, M40, M50.
1st F, F40, F50.
Fastest single Marathon (on any day)
Where can I get Results
Results will be published on this Web site within 48 hours of race completion.
Spectator Information
Spectators will be able to view the event from many vantage points.
Access to some minor roads will be closed or restricted so see Spectator map for suggestion of viewing points.
Accommodation
Accommodation anywhere in Inishowen will be reasonably accessible. The following hotels are convenient to start / finish and are offering discount deals for participants.
We will be happy to arrange for bagged wagon to move bagged from start to finish on each day for those wishing to move with the race.
Extreme North will be happy to assist with any accommodation bookings as there are multiple permutations on what individual participants may prefer.
Inishowen Gateway Hotel.
Malin Hotel.
Mc Grorys Hotel.
Lake of Shadows.
Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa Hotel,
Redcastle Spa Hotel,
Strand Hotel, Ballyliffin,
Caiseal Na Mara, Moville.
Ballyliffin Hotel, Ballyliffin.
Entertainment
Extreme North will have a selection of early evening entertainment activities or trips for visiting participants to soak up the local hospitality. Details of whats on offer will be advertised / forwarded to entrants in advance.
How do I support the Listed Charities
On Registration you will receive sponsor cards from your chosen charity. How you Fund Raise is entirely up to you (provided it’s legitimate) and within any criteria layout by the Charity.
Can I run for my own Charity
Yes of course, this would be an arrangement between yourself and your chosen Charity. We would ask that you let us know the Charity and amount raised.
SPECTATOR INFORMATION.
Local and visiting spectators will have many vantage points along the route to support and check on the progress of their colleague.
See map for vantage points and restricted area’s along the route. When travelling along the route please remember to go slow and give contestants R.O.W. where ever possible. Please use alternative routes to vantage points where possible to avoid disruption to competitors.
Traffic restrictions will apply to the Full Marathon start at Kinnego. There will be no parking so ensure you have a driver if you plan to make your own way to the start.
Volunteering for eXtreme North Events
A few good reasons to Volunteer for Extreme North events
- Support friends who are participating, encourage contestants.
- Get an insight to the experience if you are contemplating adventure sport.
- Enjoy the comradery with marshals and contestant.
- Work experience if you are pursuing a sports related study.
- Just to enjoy a good days craic as you do a responsible job.
Rewarding Volunteers
Extreme North believe in acknowledging and rewarding volunteer, Simply enter and see:
- Loads of hospitality on the day.
- Free entry to post race celebrations.
- Discount to volunteers considering an event later.
- Accommodation if necessary
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