MTC Bodach

The Mount to Coast Bodachn

NEW FOR 2027

Race Distance – 38 miles

Part of the Mount to Coast End to End Challenge Series.

Take on this single day challenge from the Villa Rose Hotel and Spa, F93 C2CF.

Most of the route follows the MizMal ® route as provided by Wild Atlantic Cycling and concludes at Inishowen Gateway Hotel.

The MTC Carman is also Day 13, of the end to end challenge of Ireland – MizMal ®.

Bespoke race medal for all finishers.

You can choose at check-out to upgrade your entry and include the official race t-shirt and hi-viz jacket.

In Irish mythology, Bodach is a figure often associated with mischief, trickery, and the ancient, mysterious forces of the supernatural. Though not as well-known as other figures in the Irish mythological pantheon, the Bodach plays an interesting role, often acting as a trickster figure who embodies the chaotic, playful, and sometimes malevolent side of the ancient Irish belief system.

The term "Bodach" itself means an old man, elder, or goblin, and this character is often portrayed as an ancient, wise, and sometimes mischievous figure.

As a trickster, the Bodach is known for using cleverness and guile to deceive or mislead others. Trickster figures often blur the lines between good and evil, and while they may create chaos, they also reveal important truths or challenge the status quo.

The Bodach may be involved in stories where he outwits other characters, often leading to humorous or surprising outcomes. In these tales, he might play pranks on humans or gods alike, sometimes offering wisdom disguised as mischief.

Deception and manipulation are key features of the Bodach's nature. His pranks might involve misleading people or leading them astray, often for his own amusement or as a way to teach them a lesson. However, the trickster’s tricks usually come with unintended consequences, and they often reveal deeper truths about human nature, fate, or the balance of the world.