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Punk Panther Dales Dazzler
Punk Panther Dales Dazzler is a trail running event based in Skipton with registration at St Andrew's Church, Newmarket Street. The route runs west from Skipton to meet the Pennine Way near Pinhaw Beacon, passes Thornton in Craven, follows the Pennine Way through Gargrave to Malham Tarn, continues to Arncliffe, joins the Dales Way at Starbotton and proceeds through Kettlewell, Grassington and Burnsall to Barden Bridge before returning to Skipton via Embsay.
Distances offered:
- 13 miles
- 20 miles
- 34 miles
- 50 miles
Climb for the distances is listed as 1500, 2200, 4200 and 7600 feet respectively. ITRA points are given as 1/1/2/3 and UTMB qualification is listed as Q20K/Q20K/Q50K/Q100K. Minimum age is 18 and the event limit is 200 entrants.
The event uses marked and taped routes except for the 50 mile route. Checkpoints provide water, coke, energy bars and crisps, and include vegan and gluten free snack options. All ultramarathon entrants receive a tracker; shorter distance entrants may hire a tracker for a fee. A prescribed kit list applies to all distances, including waterproof jacket, survival bag, whistle, cup, nutrition, personal first aid kit, and a hard copy of the map; a head torch is required for the 50 mile course. Drop bags are permitted for the 50 mile course and support crews should avoid official checkpoints. Finishers receive a medal and an event T shirt unless they opt out, and hot food and drinks are available at the finish. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
