Mountain Biking
Be prepared for single track, steep hills, gravel and sealed roads.
Trekking
Travelling by foot through rugged and diverse terrain. The Irish mountains can be wet, wild, steep and boggy.
RopeWork
Could include abseiling, traversing, ascending etc.
Swimming
Teams will be required to cross rivers, lakes or coastal sections. All participants must partake. PFD’s will be available if you feel you need one, and will be mandatory on some sections.
Kayaking
Kayaking may be on inland rivers and lakes and/or on the sea. Generally kayaking will be permitted during both day and night. Some of the rivers may have weirs. Teams will be advised in advance about any obstacles. Kayaks will be provided by race organisers.
Navigation
Navigation is an extremely important part of the race. The course is not marked and teams are required to navigate using maps provided.
Orienteering
There may be traditional orienteering sections included to further test teams navigation skills.
Special
As always you should expect some surprises, and special tasks.