Run The Blades
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Run the Blades
Run the Blades is a weekend trail running event held within Whitelee Wind Farm, Moor Road, Eaglesham, about 20 minutes southwest of central Glasgow. The programme covers multiple adult distances and a junior mile for under 16s.
- 10K
- Half marathon
- 50K ultra
- Junior 1 mile (under 16, free)
Routes follow existing windfarm access roads and are not highly technical, though sections can be muddy or rough underfoot. The event village is located at Turbine 53 and serves as the registration area; participants collect race numbers on the day. Parking is available on site on array roads, with additional Visitor Centre parking permitted for the Friday evening element only. The Visitor Centre is one level with accessible entrances, toilets and parking.
Checkpoint and support provision includes one water station on the 10K, two on the half marathon, and four on the 50K; the 10K checkpoint is at 5K, the half at 10.4K and 16K, and the 50K at 10.4K, 22.4K, 36.5K and 45K. Drop bags are permitted for the 50K at checkpoints. Mandatory kit requirements will be detailed in the race pack; all participants must carry a mobile phone for emergencies. Poles and dogs are not allowed on the course. Top three male and female finishers in each adult distance receive a trophy and prize money. Volunteer roles include a race entry for one other day, a crew garment and a packed lunch. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
