MTC Black Shuck
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MTC Black Shuck
The MTC Black Shuck is a single day ultra running event on 19 July 2029 covering 45 miles. It forms Day 10 of the MTC ALBION thirteen day end to end of England and is part of the Mount to Coast End to End Challenge Series. The route follows the same course used by the MTC JOGLE event but with reduced daily distances and runs from Premier Inn, Bridgewater North to Union Road Moto Velo, Crediton.
Entries are limited to 20 regular competitors with an additional allowance of 20 for ALBION entrants, giving a maximum of 40. Entrants must be at least 20 years old on the race day. Entry options include a standard ultra entry and a Plus Race Package that includes an embroidered race shirt and lightweight hi viz jacket when ordered at least four weeks before the event. All fees are non refundable; personal cancellation insurance is offered at booking.
The route uses preset cut off points based on a minimum average of 4.0 miles per hour and competitors below that threshold may be withdrawn. Check points and cumulative mileages are published: CP1 at 8.9 miles (Monkton Heathfield), CP2 at 19.4 miles (Nowers Lane, Wellington), CP3 at 27.6 miles (Willand, Cullompton), CP4 at 36.3 miles (Bickleigh, Tiverton) and the finish at 45 miles (Union Road Moto Velo). Check points provide food items and are cup free so competitors should use reusable cups.
Competitors receive race mapping and GPX files by email four weeks before the event. Mandatory kit includes a backpack, head torch with spare batteries, route maps, compass or GPS, whistle, mobile phone, basic first aid and emergency food. Organisers provide a tracking device with an SOS function to monitor progress. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
