The Hardmoors 160
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Hardmoors 160 : The Ring of Steele
The Hardmoors 160 is a single-stage ultramarathon held from Friday 21st May 2027 that links the 48 mile Tabular Hills route with the Cleveland Way, running from Scalby (Scarborough) to Filey. The course distance is 160 miles with about 6,700 m (22,000 ft) of ascent. Competitors have 50 hours to complete the route.
Entries are limited to 60 competitors and all runners must have motorised support throughout the event. Relay teams are permitted with 2 to 6 members. A tracker is included with entry and transmits competitor locations for safety and crew information. Mandatory pre-entry qualification requires completion of a single-stage event of at least 60 trail miles.
The route includes multiple checkpoints providing water, food and, at some locations, hot drinks. Several places are out of bounds to support crews, including White Horse Carpark, Osmotherley village, Kildale, Hornblower and Ravenscar. A detailed compulsory kit list is enforced; missing specified items can result in time penalties or disqualification. Spot checks will be made on course and race officials have final authority on fitness to continue. Entries include a small donation to the Cleveland Way and the organiser publishes cutoffs for each checkpoint leading to the overall 50 hour limit. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
