Gaelforce West
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Gaelforce West
Gaelforce West is an outdoor adventure event in Connemara with two race options that finish in Westport on 12/06/2027. The event routes include mountain terrain and coastal sections and pass over Croagh Patrick.
Race options:
- 68 km : running, cycling and kayaking, includes the summit of Croagh Patrick.
- 34 km : running and cycling, includes the shoulder of Croagh Patrick.
The 68 km race combines three disciplines across Connemara and finishes in Westport. The 34 km race covers running and cycling around Westport with an ascent to the shoulder of Croagh Patrick before returning to the same finish area. Entry prices listed for 12/06/2027 are €128 plus fees for the 68 km event and €107 plus fees for the 34 km event, with price deadlines noted on the event entry pages.
The event has been held since 2006 and is described as taking competitors across varied terrain, including fjord and mountain landscapes around Killary Fjord and Croagh Patrick. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.