Mini-Marathon Information
"Race 60+km of track, no way man! I'm happy with 20km." If that's your attitude then the Mini-marathon is for you. It's a fun event for those who want to sample the delights of the Ballyhouras trails or have a go at racing.
Course
The Mini-Marathon course is provided for the less hard core riders and is approximately 25km long and features single track and fire road climbs and natural and man-made single track descents. The start finish area will be on the fire road just above the official car park. The Mini-Marathon will be a mass start and starts 30min after the full marathon starts.
Course Info
There will be a Food/Water station located appox 10k into the route which provide water, bananas,
oranges and jellies to help refuel you.
This area can also act as a service area. A minimal set of tools will be available to facilitate repairs.
There will also be bananas, oranges and jellies at the finish line as well as several food vendors offering
hot and cold food for purchase.
Prizes
In addition to Trophies and the glory of winning Vans have kindly sponsored
prizes for all category winners.
All race entrants (full and fun mini) will be entered into a draw for a selection of prizes. Up for grabs
along with lots of other goodies is a voucher for a personal coaching session with the legendary
Niall Davis from biking.ie
Parking
Parking on the day will not now be in the Coillte car park. We will be using a near by field
for all race participants. The field is approx 10min walk from the trail centre. Directions are
available here. Signs and marshals will be in place on the day to direct you to the car park.
Please be patient and courteous to the marshals, Thank you.
Sign-On
Please use the online
sign on facility provided.
Sign on for the fun mini-marathon will be available on the day up until 11:00.
Entry fees for senior races is €20
Cycling Ireland licences are Required. Day licences will be
available on the day.
Start times
Main event - Marathon Champs - 11:30
Mini-Marathon - 12:00
