MTC Leprechaun
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MTC Leprechaun
The MTC Leprechaun is a single-day ultra marathon covering a distance of 43 miles. Starting at the Eccles Hotel in Glengarriff, the route travels toward Killarney and concludes at the Killarney Court Hotel. This point-to-point race follows the MizMal route provided by Wild Atlantic Cycling and features approximately 1,250 metres of ascent and 1,219 metres of descent.
The event serves as a standalone race and also functions as the second day of the 14-day MTC MizMal End to End Challenge of Ireland. Participation is limited to a maximum of 40 runners, which includes 20 slots for single-day competitors and an additional 20 for those completing the full multi-day series.
The course includes four hydration and nutrition stations. These check-points are located at:
- Releagh (8.5 miles)
- N71 (16.5 miles)
- Molls Gap (24 miles)
- Gap of Dunloe (32.6 miles)
This is a cup-free event, meaning participants must carry their own reusable drinking vessels. Mandatory equipment includes a backpack, head torch with spare batteries, compass or GPS device, whistle, mobile phone, first aid kit, and emergency food. A tracking device is provided to each runner to monitor progress and for safety purposes. All finishers receive a bespoke race medal, and trophies are awarded to male and female champions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
