Rab Pinnacle Ridge Extreme
Patterdale, United Kingdom • 18 Jul 2026
Event Details
The Rab Pinnacle Ridge Extreme is a 28 km race with 2700 meters of ascent, taking place in the Lake District, starting from Patterdale.
Course Description
The route is described as a classic 'extreme sky race' that covers technically hard running and scrambling on the Helvellyn Massif. The course includes long runnable ascents through Glenridding Mines, technical single tracks, knife-edge ridgelines, and scree-ridden descents. A notable feature is the inclusion of five graded scrambles on the route. The event is characterized as short but exceedingly hard, with a high ascent profile for the distance covered.
Entry Requirements
Entries are strictly vetted. Participants must demonstrate specific climbing and scrambling skills to gain a place. Accepted qualifications include Graded Scrambling of grade 2 or above, Lead Climbing Skills, Winter Climbing Skills, Alpine Climbing Skills, and Solo Climbs. The event organizer describes the race as "hard, pure and extreme," stating climbing skills are requisite.
Other Information
The event has a maximum allowed time of 10 hours. It is part of the organizer's series of Sky Races. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.