Salomon Ring of Steall Skyrace™
From Ourea Events
- Date Sat 21st September 2019
- Location Kinlochleven, Scottish Highlands
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at the Salomon Ring of Steall Skyrace™, organized by Ourea Events! Taking place on Saturday, September 21, 2019, in the breathtaking Highlands of Inverness, this mountain race promises an unforgettable experience for all participants. Spanning 29 kilometers with an impressive elevation gain of 2,500 meters, the race offers stunning views of the iconic Ben Nevis from the renowned Mamores mountain range.
The Ring of Steall Skyrace™ is not just a race; it’s a celebration of the spirit of Skyrunning, featuring technical terrain, steep ascents, and thrilling descents. Runners will navigate the challenging route that includes the awe-inspiring Devil’s Ridge, where participants can take in the panoramic views of Glen Nevis and the majestic peaks surrounding them. With four Munros to summit, this event is set to become a cherished highlight in the Skyrunning calendar. Don't miss your chance to be part of this epic mountain running experience!
The Ring of Steall Skyrace™ is not just a race; it’s a celebration of the spirit of Skyrunning, featuring technical terrain, steep ascents, and thrilling descents. Runners will navigate the challenging route that includes the awe-inspiring Devil’s Ridge, where participants can take in the panoramic views of Glen Nevis and the majestic peaks surrounding them. With four Munros to summit, this event is set to become a cherished highlight in the Skyrunning calendar. Don't miss your chance to be part of this epic mountain running experience!
Organiser's Description
"A variation of the classic 'Ring of Steall' ridge-walking route this 29km / 2,500m mountain race has spectacular views of Ben Nevis from the Mamores and includes short sections of easy scrambling."
The Ring of Steall Skyrace™ follows in the tradition of Skyrunning, which consists of uncompromising mountain running along mountain ridges with steep ascents, traverses and descents on technical and challenging terrain.
This Skyrunning race route incorporates two lofty ridges within the Mamores, including the Devil’s Ridge, which provides a thrilling and airy traverse with Glen Nevis visible ahead and as a yawning drop far below, and Ben Nevis beyond and towering above.
Our race route is set within the Mamores, which are an East - West series of majestic Munros (Scottish Mountains over 3,000ft / 914m) and in this route there are four that will be summited. The Ring of Steall Skyrace™ is set to become a classic Skyrunning event.
The Ring of Steall Skyrace™ follows in the tradition of Skyrunning, which consists of uncompromising mountain running along mountain ridges with steep ascents, traverses and descents on technical and challenging terrain.
This Skyrunning race route incorporates two lofty ridges within the Mamores, including the Devil’s Ridge, which provides a thrilling and airy traverse with Glen Nevis visible ahead and as a yawning drop far below, and Ben Nevis beyond and towering above.
Our race route is set within the Mamores, which are an East - West series of majestic Munros (Scottish Mountains over 3,000ft / 914m) and in this route there are four that will be summited. The Ring of Steall Skyrace™ is set to become a classic Skyrunning event.
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