Stone Cross to Lug - Relay

Stone Cross to Lug - Relay

Stone Cross to Lug is a three-leg mountain relay in County Wicklow held on Saturday 26 September 2026. The course totals 54.00 km with 2,170 m of climb. The route is not marked and GPS is not allowed. The event is classified as Extreme (level 10).

All competitors must carry Level C mandatory kit. Required items include a waterproof jacket with hood and taped seams, hat or buff, gloves, whistle, charged mobile with an emergency number stored, foil blanket or bivvy, waterproof full leg cover, means to carry at least 500 mL water, emergency food, map and compass. The exact kit to be carried may be finalised on the day and random checks may be carried out; failure to have required items may lead to denial of entry or disqualification. Organisers also recommend rainproof pants, a long sleeve base layer and additional gloves. Competitors are asked to read the race booklet supplied by the organisers.

Route changeovers occur at Sally Gap crossroads and Turlough Hill car park. There are cutoffs at checkpoints. The finish and prizegiving location is Fenton's Bar in the Glen of Imaal.

Distances for each leg:

• Leg 1: 13.18 km
• Leg 2: 15.99 km
• Leg 3: 20.15 km

The legs cross a series of named peaks including Kippure, Mullaghcleevaun and Lugnaquilla. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.