Sabre XXIII Weekend 9
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Event overview
WEEKEND 9 is scheduled for Saturday 23 May 2026 at the Howgill Fells. The event is presented as a Run/TAB/YOMP/Hike Walk over an out-and-back route of about 25 km with approximately 1500 m of total ascent. The route follows the original 23 Special Air Service final test route known as "Weekend 9" and is fully way marked. A GPX file will be available for download.
Categories and course details
Three entry categories are offered: Load bearing (loaded), Runner / Clean Fatigue (unloaded but expected to run some sections), and Walker / Unloaded (walking without load). Loaded competitors must meet minimum weight requirements that vary by age and sex; unloaded competitors must carry mandatory mountain safety kit. Competitors pass staffed checkpoints that are used to check fitness to continue; these are not provided as snack stations. The terrain includes fell land, tracks and footpaths.
Entries and other information
Entries open 1 September 2025 and close 19 May 2026. Minimum age is 18. The stated entry fee is £58.00 and entries were listed as 30 participants at the time of the posting. Prizes are planned for first male and first female in each category. A finishers patch and a post-race drink at a pub are mentioned. An optional purchase of XCover is offered for possible refunds. The event organizer is listed as Sabre XXII. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
