MTC Selkie
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MTC SELKIE
The MTC SELKIE is a single day ultra-run held as part of the Mount to Coast (MTC) Scotia series. It is listed with a total course distance of 42 miles and is designated as Day 8 of the nine day MTC SCOTIA challenge. The route starts at the Eagle Hotel in Dornoch and finishes at Inver Caravan Park near Dunbeath, with intermediate checkpoints at Golspie, Brora (Saltire), Helmsdale and Berriedale.
Entry is limited to 20 race-only places plus an additional 20 places for SCOTIA competitors, giving a maximum field of 40. The event enforces preset cut-off times based on a minimum average speed of 4.0 mph; competitors who fall below this requirement receive warnings and may be withdrawn. The race is cup-free and competitors are asked to use a reusable cup.
Competitors are required to carry mandatory kit. Items listed by the organiser include a backpack, head torch with spare batteries, the provided route maps, a compass or GPS device, a whistle, a mobile phone, basic first aid and blister treatment, an emergency food pack (two chocolate bars) and a waterproof map case. The organiser provides tracking devices with SOS functionality for entrants.
All finishers receive a SELKIE medal; male and female champions receive bespoke trophies. Entry fees are published as £90 for the standard entry and £155 for a plus package that includes an embroidered race shirt and a lightweight hi‑viz jacket, with clothing guaranteed only if ordered at least four weeks before the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.