MTC Glaistig
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MTC GLAISTIG
MTC GLAISTIG is a single day ultramarathon scheduled for 28 May 2028. The route covers 31.3 miles and forms Day 2 of the nine day MTC SCOTIA end to end challenge. This is the first edition of the event.
The course starts at the Traquair Arms Hotel in Innerleithen and finishes at the Travelodge Edinburgh Airport in Ratho Park, Edinburgh. Total ascent is listed at 2,793 ft with total descent of 3,138 ft. Route mapping and GPX files are provided to entrants before the race.
Entries are limited to 20 race only competitors with an additional allowance of 20 SCOTIA competitors for a maximum of 40 runners. All finishers receive a bespoke GLAISTIG medal and male and female champions receive trophies. Entry fees are shown as £90.00 for the race or £155.00 for the race plus a package that includes an embroidered race shirt and a lightweight hi‑viz race jacket.
The organiser enforces a minimum average pace of 4.0 mph for cut offs along the route; competitors who fall below this requirement may be withdrawn. The event is cup free so competitors must bring a reusable cup. Mandatory kit and safety measures include a backpack, headtorch with spare batteries, maps, compass or GPS, whistle, mobile phone, basic first aid and emergency food. Entrants are issued tracking devices with SOS capability and may be monitored in real time. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
