Pilgrim 6
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Pilgrim 6
Pilgrim 6 is a 32km mountain event on Pen y Fan in the Brecon Beacons with approximately 1800m of ascent. The course requires three ascents of Pen y Fan, using six different paths so that no route is used twice.
There are two entry categories. The Classic Fell Race is unweighted. The Weighted category requires competitors to carry a 16kg bergen or day sack; this weight is checked at registration and must include water and food. Minimum age to enter is 16. Entry fee is £20 and entries are open and close on the dates published by the organiser.
The route is not waymarked. A GPX file and a map will be issued before the event and navigation is the competitor's responsibility. Competitors must follow main trails and paths. Safety marshals will be present at the control points listed on the route, and all participants must make themselves known at each control point. Named control points include the Pen y Fan summit, Cribyn summit, Trig Point 642 and a water station at Story Arms.
Mandatory kit includes a waterproof jacket with taped seams, hat and gloves, a warm layer, compass, map, whistle, emergency blanket, emergency energy bar, headtorch, map case and a minimum of 500ml water. The organiser advises bringing a change of clothes for the finish. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
