MTC Pooka

MTC POOKA : event description

The MTC POOKA is a single day ultra running event covering 38 miles. It is the first day of the Mount to Coast MizMal end to end of Ireland, a fourteen day series, and mainly follows the MizMal route as provided by Wild Atlantic Cycling. The route starts on Mizen Road, Cloghane, Goleen and finishes at the Eccles Hotel in Glengarriff.

Entries are limited to 20 race-only competitors plus an additional allowance of 20 MizMal competitors, for a maximum of 40 runners. All finishers receive a bespoke POOKA medal and male and female champions receive trophies. The event is cup free; competitors should bring a reusable cup.

Organisers apply a minimum average pace of 4.0 mph with preset cutoffs at intermediate checkpoints. Checkpoints and distances include CP1 at 8.7 miles, CP2 at 17.5 miles, and CP3 at 27.1 miles. Mapping and GPX files and real time tracking are provided to entrants; tracking devices include SOS capability.

Mandatory kit includes a backpack, head torch with spare batteries, maps as provided, compass or GPS device, whistle, mobile phone, basic first aid and an emergency food pack. Entrants must be at least 20 years old. Entry fees are non refundable; a plus package option includes a race shirt and hi viz jacket. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.