Slievenamon Uphill
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Slievenamon Uphill
The Slievenamon Uphill is a mountain running event held in County Tipperary. The race takes place on a course covering a total distance of 4.00 km. Participants navigate a route that involves a total climb of 576 meters. The event is part of the Munster Uphill League and follows a route categorized with a difficulty rating of 3 (1,1,1), indicating easy terrain with an ascent under 200 meters and a distance under 6 kilometers.
The course marking is minimal, with only major junctions marked. Because of this, the use of GPS devices is not permitted during the race.
Mandatory Equipment
Safety regulations require all participants to bring a Level B standard kit to the event. This equipment includes:
- A waterproof jacket
- A hat or buff
- Gloves
- A whistle
- A charged mobile phone with the emergency number stored
- A foil blanket, bivvy bag, or equivalent
Race officials may carry out random checks to ensure compliance with these requirements. The specific items required to be carried during the run are finalized on the day of the event based on weather conditions.
Event Details
The event has an entry limit of 250 participants. Registration remains open until midday on the day of the run. Participation is open to seniors, those over 65, and juniors under 18. The association emphasizes a volunteer system where participants are encouraged to help at events throughout the calendar year to support the race infrastructure. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
