Fei Sheehy Challenge
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About the race
The Fei Sheehy Challenge is a three-day hillwalking event that crosses three mountain ranges on three consecutive designated days. Entrants choose to complete the full three-day route (Treble Crossing) or one of the shorter options: Double Crossing or Single Crossing. Minimum entry age is 18.
The event is organised by Na Sléibhte Hillwalking Club and is run as a self-navigation, self-reliance challenge with no walk leaders provided. Participants are expected to use and practise personal mountain skills.
Route and cumulative figures for the three days are given as circa 92 km distance and 4,200 m total ascent/descent. Daily figures are:
- Day 1: Comeragh Mountains, 32 km, 1,400 m ascent
- Day 2: Galty Mountains, 30 km, 1,700 m ascent
- Day 3: Knockmealdown Mountains, 30 km, 1,100 m ascent
Entry fees listed for 2027 are: Treble Crossing €90, Double Crossing €70, Single Crossing €40. The event is supported by private contributors and groups and is endorsed by Mountaineering Ireland. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
