The MTC Pooka is a 38-mile ultra marathon held in Ireland, starting from Mizen Road, Cloghane, Goleen, and finishing at the Eccles Hotel in Glengarriff. It serves as Day 1 of the 14-day Mount to Coast MizMal® End to End Challenge, covering the west coast of Ireland. The route largely follows the MizMal® cycling path, featuring a mix of ascents and descents totaling over 800 meters of climb.
The race limits participants to 40 runners, including MizMal® competitors, and enforces a minimum pace of 4 mph with cut-off checkpoints. Finishers receive a bespoke medal, with trophies awarded to male and female champions. The event emphasizes self-navigation, mandatory safety gear, and a cup-free policy. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Always double-check with the organizer's website – things can change, and we might have sprinted past a few details!
