Kerry Way Ultra
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Kerry Way Ultra
The Kerry Way Ultra follows the full route of The Kerry Way, running approximately 200 km around the Iveragh Peninsula in Kerry. Registration, mandatory gear checks and tracker allocation take place at Killarney Racecourse. Entry requires prior qualification by recent marathon or ultra finishes and no refunds or deferrals are accepted.
There are two start waves with different course time limits and separate ranking rules for podium places. Competitors are required to carry mandatory safety equipment and navigation aids; gear is checked at registration and may be checked during the event. Paper Ordnance Survey Ireland maps covering the route are specified.
Support is self-managed with designated crew stops and a committee-run bag drop to selected locations. Support crew access is limited in places and vehicles must use the Ring of Kerry road except where specifically permitted. Emergency water taps, rubbish and recycling provisions are available at crew stops. A weekend schedule includes post-race brunch and a prizegiving at the racecourse.
Distances and formats associated with the event include:
- 200 km full Kerry Way around the Iveragh Peninsula
- 101 km night version along the Ultra route
- 58 km from Sneem to Killarney
- Relay teams of three covering the full 200 km
The event information specifies cutoffs at checkpoints, rules on external assistance, and guidance on safety measures such as checking for ticks after finishing. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
