Punk Panther Harrogate Hustle

Punk Panther Harrogate Hustle

Punk Panther Harrogate Hustle is a trail race around Harrogate and Knaresborough that follows mostly country paths and passes through Nidd Gorge. The route encircles the spa town at a radius of about 3 to 4 miles. The ultramarathon route also includes the Knaresborough Round and sections of the Harrogate Ringway waymarked trail.

Distances offered:

• 14.3 miles, 1105 ft climb, ITRA 0, UTMB Q20K
• 20.3 miles, 2046 ft climb, ITRA 1, UTMB Q20K
• 34.3 miles, 2468 ft climb, ITRA 2, UTMB Q50K

Entry details include a minimum age of 18 and a maximum field size of 200 entrants. Registration takes place at Pannal Village Hall, Station Road, Pannal HG3 1JJ. Parking is available at Pannal Railway Station or on-street nearby. Toilets are provided at registration.

All ultramarathon entrants receive a tracker. Trail race entrants may hire a tracker for a fee. Trackers display live positions and include an emergency button. Checkpoints provide water, soft drinks, energy bars and a box of vegan and gluten free snacks. GPX files and a route description are made available provisionally and a final version is emailed with the final competitor instructions.

A mandatory kit list applies to all distances and may be subject to amendment for weather. Finishers receive a medal and an event T shirt. Homemade hot food and hot drinks including vegan and gluten free options are available at the finish. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.