The ROC Wales
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THE ROC WALES
THE ROC WALES is a multi-discipline event that links Abersoch beach with the Snowdon massif and returns to Abersoch. The course begins on the sands of Abersoch bay and follows a sequence of sea swim, road bike, mountain run to the summit via the Watkin Path, a return bike section, and a final trail run along the beach.
The event covers a total distance of 115 km with a listed elevation gain of 3,330 ft and a total ascent of 5,825 ft. The mountain section comprises a 6 km ascent to the summit of Wales’ highest mountain and a 6 km descent back to the road. The route passes through the Snowdon Massif and finishes on Abersoch beach.
Location Abersoch Beach, Lon Golff, Abersoch, LL53 7EF
Course breakdown
- 1.5 km sea swim
- 49.5 km road bike
- 12 km mountain run (6 km up to summit, 6 km down)
- 49.5 km road bike return
- 1 km trail run finish along Abersoch beach
The event format is listed as SWIM | BIKE | MOUNTAIN | BIKE | RUN. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
