The Course

The Gaelforce Connemara course distance is approx 31km total :

1	Running/Walking:	12km Approx
2	Cycling:	17km Approx
3	Kayaking:	2km Approx

The detailed breakdown, nature and sequence of each activity is as follows (distances are an approximation):

1	Stage 1: Bog Run The race starts with a 4km run through the Connemara bog and along a section of the Western Way!	4km
2	Stage 2: Mountain Climb This is the mountain climb section. Competitors will climb up one of the foothills of the Maam Turks to an elevation of 342m and we encourage you to take a rest at the top and take in the stunning views. Visit the photo gallery to view some photos we took in February.	1km
3	Stage 3: Cycle The cycling section takes in 2 types of terrain. The first 8km approx is over forestry tracks through Coillte forest coming out into the Inagh valley. The next 9km approx is on sealed roads, this is Connemara though so do not expect smooth flat pot hole free roads! For info on what bike to use read our FAQ section..	17km
4	Stage 4: Kayak The kayaks will be 2 person sit on tops so grab a partner and take to the Killary Fjord. You will kayak approx 2km (this has changed from 1km due to a landing site) towards Leenane along the Galway shoreline.	2km
5	Stage 5: Run/Walk There will be 2.5km approx road run from where you drop the kayaks to the beginning of a section of the Western Way. The final 3.5 km will take you along this trail to the finish line at Killary Adventure Centre.	7km

We have uploaded some photos taken on sections of the route to give you an idea of the spectacular views you will see when doing the race in May. These can be viewed in the photo gallery here.

Map of the Connemara Adventure Challenge route 2011

Please note that we are given special permission on the day of the event by landowners to cross their land. These areas are not open to the public and you should not cross this land.

Map design kindly sponsored by OSI. The route is on OSI map 37.

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