53rd OMM - Original Mountain Marathon

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From OMM - Original Mountain Marathon

  • Date Sat 24th October 2020
  • Location UK - Released in 2020

Event summary

Join us for the exhilarating 53rd OMM - Original Mountain Marathon, organized by OMM - Original Mountain Marathon, on Saturday, October 24, 2020, in the stunning landscapes of Leyburn, North Yorkshire. This iconic event, a cornerstone of the UK outdoor community for over 50 years, brings together adventure seekers and running enthusiasts alike.

Participants will embark on a thrilling journey across a challenging 400 km² course, tackling two days of navigation and adventure. Teams will receive a map on the start line, enabling them to strategize their route to various checkpoints while enjoying the beauty of the wild outdoors. Day one culminates in an unforgettable overnight wild camping experience, enhancing the spirit of adventure. On day two, teams will receive a new map to navigate back to the event center, competing to visit the most checkpoints in the fastest time. With a rich history of inspiring legends and fostering a sense of responsibility in our wild spaces, the OMM promises to be an unforgettable event filled with excitement and camaraderie.

Organiser's Description

--- This event has been cancelled due to ongoing concerns regarding Coronavirus. The race organiser will be in touch with you in due course if you have made a booking for this event. ---


The UK’s biggest mountain race has shaped the UK outdoor community for 50 years. Since 1968 the UK’s greatest running legends, product creators & influential people have stood on the start line.  The OMM ‘s ethos a taking responsibility for your actions in our wild spaces continues to be passed down the generations.

On the start line you & your partner will receive a map of your chosen course. You must then a plan a route to visit the marked checkpoints spread across the 400Km2 course area and finish at the overnight wild camp on day 1.

You are expected to use your understanding of the terrain & conditions you’re heading into and make appropriate kit decisions and route choices accordingly. This includes the unsupported overnight wild camp.

Day 2 you receive a new map and choose a second route back to the event centre. The teams who visit the most checkpoints in the quickest time are the winners.

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Richard avatar
Richard

·6 years ago

Masochistic fun in the mountains. Tough, cold, wet, painful - another classic OMM.

Location

Thornton Rd, Leyburn DL8 3AS, UK

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