MTC Grimalkin
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MTC GRIMALKIN
MTC GRIMALKIN is a single-day ultra run introduced for 2028 and listed as Day 4 of the nine-day MTC SCOTIA end-to-end series. The route covers about 34 miles, starting at the Travelodge, Perth A9 and finishing at the Atholl Guest House in Pitlochry. Intermediate checkpoints are located at Bankfoot (around 8 miles), Dunkeld (around 16.4 miles) and Pitlochry (around 24.3 miles). Total route distance is shown as 34.5 miles on the provided route data.
Entry is limited to 20 race-only competitors with an additional allowance of 20 SCOTIA competitors for a maximum field of 40. Entrants must be at least 20 years old on race day. The event is cup-free and competitors are asked to bring a reusable cup.
Cut-off times and preset control points are based on a minimum average speed of 4 mph; competitors who fall below this minimum may be withdrawn. All competitors receive a bespoke GRIMALKIN finisher medal and male and female champions receive trophies, with trophy designs still in development.
Competitors must carry mandatory kit including a backpack, head torch with spare batteries, maps provided by the organiser, compass or GPS device, whistle, mobile phone, basic first aid and emergency food. Maps and GPX files, plus real-time tracking devices with SOS, are provided to entrants only and are sent or activated prior to the event. Entry fees are non-refundable; a plus package includes a race shirt and hi-viz jacket if purchased at least four weeks before the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
