Way out west
Posted by Ciaran Tobin on 22 April 2015
The Connemara International Marathon is one of the world’s most scenic events, set in the dramatic scenery of the west of Ireland.The 2015 edition staged last Sunday its fourteenth year in running, growing in numbers each year from 73 runners to its sell out point, in excess of 3,000 runners.The event comprises of half, full and ultra (39.3 mile) marathons. Participants will enjoy some of Ireland’s most beautiful scenery as they meander through bogs, hills, lakes, and the twelve pins mountain range, rising up over the great expanse of Killary Lough, through the sleepy village of Leenane, around the Maam Turk Mountains and all the way up to Maam Cross.The Connemarathon attracts runners and walkers from all over the world. In 2014 participants came from 28 countries to experience the stunning course.
Here is David Hawcrofts account of his experience. " I managed to get around alright in 6hrs 50 mins, and came 110 out of 164 finishers which is OK I think. Also won the over 60s (second guy was two hours behind - so I imagine he was an amateur jogger).
Anyway that's me done for long distance stuff. All the family have strict instructions that if I even mention a long race they are to burn my shoes.
