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Sabre XXIII Weekend 9

Sedbergh, United Kingdom • 23 May 2026

Event overview

WEEKEND 9 is scheduled for 23 May 2026 in the Howgill Fells. The route is approximately 25 km long and gains about 1500 m of elevation. The course is an out-and-back across fell, tracks and footpaths and follows the original 23 SAS final test route known as "Weekend 9." The event is open to people aged 18 or older. The organiser is Sabre XXII.

Format and categories

The event offers three categories:

  • Load bearing - competitors carry a specified minimum weight plus food and water.
  • Runner / Clean Fatigue - competitors expect to run at least some of the route and do not carry weight, but must carry mandatory mountain safety kit.
  • Walker / Unloaded - competitors expect to walk and do not carry weight, but must carry mandatory mountain safety kit.

Minimum loaded weight requirements:

  • Men under 50: 35 lb plus food and water.
  • Women under 50: 30 lb plus food and water.
  • Men over 50: 25 lb plus food and water.
  • Women over 50: 20 lb plus food and water.

There will be prizes for first male and first female in each category. The route is fully waymarked, a GPX file will be available and checkpoints are manned for safety. Competitors are expected to be self-sufficient. Entry fee is £58. Entries open 1 September 2025 and close 19 May 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Sedbergh

Race information

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26 km
25.5 Km Run/tab/yomp/hike Walk
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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