MTC Nuckelavee

MTC NUCKELAVEE

The MTC Nuckelavee is an ultra running event that forms Day 3 of the nine day Mount to Coast SCOTIA series. The course covers approximately 40 miles (40.1 miles is listed alongside 41 miles in event material) with about 2,712 ft of ascent and 2,733 ft of descent. The route starts at Travelodge Edinburgh Airport and finishes at Travelodge Perth A9.

Competitor numbers are limited to 20 entries plus an additional allowance of 20 for SCOTIA participants, giving a maximum field of 40. Organisers provide competitor tracking devices with SOS capability and supply route maps and GPX files to entrants four weeks before the event. The route is subject to change for safety or access reasons and navigation responsibility rests with the competitor.

The event enforces a minimum average pace of 4.0 miles per hour; preset cut-offs are applied along the route and falling below the minimum can result in withdrawal. The race is cup free so competitors should bring a reusable cup. Finishers receive a NUCKELAVEE medal and male and female champions receive bespoke trophies. Entry fees are listed as £90 for the standard entry and £155 for a plus race package that includes a shirt and hi vis jacket; all fees are non refundable and an optional personal cancellation insurance can be added at checkout.

Mandatory kit includes a backpack, head torch with spare batteries, supplied maps, compass or GPS device, whistle, mobile phone, basic first aid and an emergency food pack. Entrants must be at least 18 years old and comply with event rules and checkpoint procedures. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.