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Belfast 2 Dublin Ultra

Name: Belfast 2 Dublin Ultra
Start: 2025-04-18
End: 2025-04-18
Location: Belfast

Belfast, United Kingdom • 18 Apr 2025

The Belfast 2 Dublin Ultra is a challenging running event that invites participants to cover a distance of 170 km from Belfast to Dublin within a 30-hour time limit. Scheduled for April 18, 2025, this race is designed for solo runners, with options for those who wish to have support crews. Competitors must be at least 18 years old and are required to carry essential safety gear throughout the race. The event includes checkpoints approximately every 13-14 miles and has specific cut-off times to ensure safety and organization. Registration is currently full, with new entries placed on a waiting list. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Northern Ireland Belfast

Race information

Registration

170 km

170 Km

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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