Dunoon Ultra Marathon
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Event Overview
The event is the 10th anniversary edition of the Dunoon Ultra Marathon and Relay. It takes place on the Cowal Peninsula in Argyll, Scotland.
Distances and Route
The event offers two race formats: a solo ultra marathon and a team relay. The specific route will be confirmed closer to the event date due to storm damage. It will be one of two historical options:
- Solo Ultra: Approximately 48.63 km with 1007 m of elevation, or 54.58 km with 1034 m of elevation.
- Relay: Teams of three run different legs. Historical leg distances range from approximately 13.40 km to 24.12 km.
The course is a fully signposted trail race with marshals along the way. There is a cutoff time at the second checkpoint, 6 hours and 30 minutes after the race start.
Race Information
The race starts at Benmore Gardens. Limited parking is available there, but free bus transport is provided from Dunoon Pier. The finish line is at Dunoon Pier.
Participants have two checkpoints with refreshments and access to drop bags. A compulsory kit list for safety will be provided prior to the race. Solo ultra runners must be 20 or older on race day, while relay team members must be 18 or older.
Additional Details
All finishers receive a medal, a race bag, a custom buff, refreshments, and a complimentary post-race massage. A race t-shirt is available for purchase. The event includes anniversary celebrations and commemorative merchandise.
Relay teams are responsible for transporting their members between the changeover points. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
