MTC Macha
Killarney, Ireland • 9 May 2027
MTC MACHA
The MTC MACHA is a single day ultra running event listed at 47.3 miles. It is presented as Day 3 of the MTC MizMal® fourteen day end to end of Ireland. The route starts in Killarney and concludes at the Cliff House Hotel in Ballybunion. Reported total ascent is 724.9 metres and total descent is 736.4 metres. This is the first edition of the race.
Entry is limited to 20 place holders plus an additional allowance of 20 MizMal® competitors, giving a maximum field of 40. All entries are non refundable; entrants may add optional personal cancellation insurance at checkout or defer entry for a fee if chosen within the organiser’s deadlines. Standard entry and a race package option are offered, with the package including a race shirt and lightweight hi viz jacket if ordered at least four weeks before the event. All finishers receive a bespoke MACHA medal and male and female champions receive trophies.
The event uses preset cutoffs based on a minimum 4 mph average; competitors who fall below this requirement may be withdrawn. Maps and GPX files, plus live tracking devices with SOS, are provided to entrants. The race is cup free so competitors must bring a reusable cup. Mandatory kit includes a backpack, head torch with spare batteries, maps, compass or GPS, whistle, mobile phone, basic first aid and emergency food. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.