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Ready, set, run!
New year, new goals. Why not kickstart the year as you mean to go on?
Back for its 5th year, join the team at Fitnessat58° for our increasingly popular Loch Morlich Running Festival. Set for Saturday 6th January 2024 from 10am, this event is located at the heart of the breath-taking Cairngorms National Park.
An event designed for everyone, participants will make their way through the canopy of Glenmore Forest towards the shores of Loch Morlich beach. Whether in competition or simply for fun, take part with family and friends on our 5K or 10K run.
And, if running isn’t your cup of tea, why not sign up to walk the beautiful forest track?
Starting at Hayfield, Glenmore, the day will begin with a warm up session led by Fitnessat58° instructor and Team GB athlete, Sam Cairns. Following the forest tracks, you will then be guided by marshals towards Loch Morlich beach where you will be greeted by delicious home bakes and your team of supporters… not to mention one of our handmade wooden medals to keep as a reminder of your success.
Whether you are just starting out in the sport, or an experienced triathlete chasing a PB, this event will give you the chance to push yourself whilst experiencing some of the best views the Cairngorms has to offer.
Join us at Loch Insh Outdoor Centre on Saturday 8thh June 2024!
Registration will be open from 9:30am at Loch Insh Outdoor Centre, giving you plenty of time to set up your transition zone.
Fitnessat58° Founder, Sam Cairns will lead an event brief and warm up on Loch Insh beach at 11:45am, before the race begins at 12pm.
The race will start and finish is at Loch Insh Outdoor Centre. There will be vehicles available for you to leave your belongings during the race.
Car parking will be available at the Kincraig Shinty Pitch, next to the Loch Insh Outdoor Centre, just two minute walk from the car park to registration.
The Speyside Triathlon Distances
1. 500m swim
2. 18km cycle – 70% gravel/forest tracks and 30% road
3. 10km run – 90% gravel/forest tracks and 10% road
What is required?
- Wetsuit (optional but recommended – our partners Tiso have an excellent open water swimming range, check it out in store or online!)
- Mountain bike and helmet. Gravel bikes are also acceptable
- Bike repair kit (optional – please note we cannot accommodate bike repairs along the course)
- Running shoes
- Warm, dry kit for after the race
- Personal snacks, gels and water
What’s included?
- Entry fee
- Warm up with Fitnessat58° Founder, Sam Cairns
- Chip timing and results sent out on the day
- A well deserved medal at the finish
- Photos of the event free of charge
- Full first aid cover
- Enthusiastic marshals to cheer you on
- Water stops along the course
- Prizes for the top three female and male athletes
- An exclusive Speyside Triathlon discount at Loch Insh Outdoor Centre AND Tiso outdoor shop located in Aviemore
Clova Half Marathon is a popular race at the end of season.
The course is picturesque and undulating, with weather, which can range from lovely sunshine, sideways rain to ice and snow.
The route starts from the Clova Hotel, taking in a circular route.
Like most races we have a set of sponsors – Run4It, Strathmore Water and Glen Clova Hotel.
Surrounded by spectacular Highland scenery and into the heart of the spectacular Cairngorm Mountains, this race really showcases what this amazing area has to offer.
Extensive views across to the vast plateau around the Cairngorms’ most spectacular corries & summits, including Ben Macdui, Braeriach & Cairn Toul, the UK’s second,third & fourth highest mountains
Visits both the major Cairngorm Lairig passes – the Lairig an Laoigh and Lairig Ghru. Through the magnificent Caledonian pinewoods of Glens Derry, Luibeg & Quoich. Experience this Wild & Remote Area with Support from a Great Event Team.
Date: Saturday 1st June 2024 Distance: 60km Ascent: 1146m/3760′ Start Time: 0800
Event Venue: Mar Lodge, Mar Lodge Estate, Braemar, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5YJ.
The event start & finish will be located here.
Entry Fees: Special Early Bird Price: to 30th November: £60 From 1st December: £65 (+ 4% onine entry fee)
Entries: As this a conservation area entries will be limited. Minimum entry age 18 years old.
Event briefing notes will be published HERE approx five days before the event.
Please check these as there will generally be no further information emailed to participants prior to the event.
Registration: This will be based from Mar Lodge. Numbers will be issued at registration.
Registration will be available both Friday (1600-1830 approx) & Saturday 0630-0745.
Highland League: Strathspey Thistle FC v Rothes FC, Seafield Park, Grantown-on-Spey kick-off 8pm. Snack bar, half-time raffle draw, merchandise. Covered wheelchair spaces. Parking at ground – overflow parking at Grantown-on-Spey Golf Club, by kind permission, and at Burnfield Avenue car park (250m).
Highland League: Strathspey Thistle FC v Buckie Thistle FC, Seafield Park, kick-off 3pm. Snack-bar, half-time raffle draw, merchandise. Covered wheelchair spaces. Car parking at ground – overflow parking at Burnfield Avenue car park (250m).
Highland League: Strathspey Thistle FC v Lossiemouth FC, Seafield Park, Grantown-on-Spey, kick-off 3pm. Snack bar, half-time raffle draw, merchandise. Covered wheelchair spaces. Car parking at ground – overflow parking at Burnfield Avenue car park (250m).
Come and enjoy our annual shinty tournament which sees local youth teams compete to win the coveted Am Fasgadh Quaich!
Night Trail Race Events on the stunning Glen Tanar Estate in Aboyne – The Illuminator is Back!
8km, 15km or 15 miles by moonlight. Enter now for a unique experience – this is a Night Trail Race like no other!
Join us for three hours of scarily-good fun in the outdoors this October. Start by decorating your very own pumpkin pal before heading up to our archery range to use him as your terrifying target! Our ghostly hosts will be on hand to help you master your aim with a bow and arrow.
Afterwards, you’ll be treated to a roaring bonfire that’s perfect for toasting some tasty marshmallow treats and sipping on a warm chocolate drink. The Cairngorms are home to a whole host of frightening folklore tales that are perfect for some spooky storytelling!
Once you’re fuelled and ready for warfare, we’ll get you kitted up to take on BattleZone Laser Tag! You and your troops will be needed for our digital zombie shoot-off using infra-red technology guns.
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