Salomon Mamores VK™
From Ourea Events
- Date Fri 20th September 2019
- Location Kinlochleven, Scottish Borders
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating challenge at the Salomon Mamores VK™, hosted by Ourea Events on Friday, September 20, 2019. Set in the stunning backdrop of Kinlochleven in the Highland region, this unique race offers participants the chance to conquer the UK’s only Vertical Kilometer®. Runners will tackle an impressive ascent from sea level to the Munro summit, gaining 1000 meters of elevation over a course of less than 5 kilometers.
With a format established by the International Skyrunning Federation, participants will be released at timed intervals, all vying for the fastest ascent to the summit. While this race promises to be a leg-burning and lung-busting experience, the route is designed to be accessible, without the need for technical scrambling or climbing skills. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or someone looking to push your limits, the Salomon Mamores VK™ is an unforgettable adventure you won't want to miss!
With a format established by the International Skyrunning Federation, participants will be released at timed intervals, all vying for the fastest ascent to the summit. While this race promises to be a leg-burning and lung-busting experience, the route is designed to be accessible, without the need for technical scrambling or climbing skills. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or someone looking to push your limits, the Salomon Mamores VK™ is an unforgettable adventure you won't want to miss!
Organiser's Description
"An incredible leg burning and lung-busting ascent from sea level to Munro summit, the UK’s only Vertical Kilometer®!"
The Salomon Mamores VK™ follows the well established International Skyrunning Federation ‘VK’ format, in which participants follow a marked course gaining 1000m of height in less than 5km. Participants are set off at timed intervals with the winner having the fastest overall time to the summit.
Whilst physically arduous, the Salomon Mamores VK™ route does not include technical terrain that requires any scrambling or rock climbing experience. As such, the race is suitable for any runner who is up for the challenge.
The Salomon Mamores VK™ follows the well established International Skyrunning Federation ‘VK’ format, in which participants follow a marked course gaining 1000m of height in less than 5km. Participants are set off at timed intervals with the winner having the fastest overall time to the summit.
Whilst physically arduous, the Salomon Mamores VK™ route does not include technical terrain that requires any scrambling or rock climbing experience. As such, the race is suitable for any runner who is up for the challenge.
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