18 of the Best Adventure Races in Ireland in 2022
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- 26 Jan 2022
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Adventure races are an excellent way to get outside and challenge yourself. We have compiled a list of 18 of the best Adventure Races to do in Ireland in 2022. There is something for everyone in this article from the die-hard ultra-endurance nut to the unsure first-timer.
What is an adventure race?
Adventure racing (sometimes also called multi-sport racing) is a multi-discipline race that usually consists of trail running/hiking, cycling, and kayaking. Adventure racing however can consist of any outdoor sport! Most, but not all, of the races in Ireland have set courses so you know what you’re getting yourself into prior to entering.
Before we dive in…
Before we get to the start line of this list of the 18 best Adventure Races to do in Ireland in 2022, this list is subject to change as per restrictions at the time but we will try and keep the list as up to date as possible! Entries may be difficult to come by for some events due to transfers from previous years or smaller race capacities. We would encourage you to grab an entry if you are tempted as supply may be more limited than in previous years!
1. Adventure Racing Ireland – Team Adventure Series 2022
Various dates in 2022
If you have completed a multi-sport in the past or are looking for a unique challenge in 2022 we think you would love the new Team Adventure Series. The series has two separate categories: Sprint and the Endurance. These races require some navigational skills and are completed in a team of two. The series includes four races beginning with the Kinsale Adventure Challenge on 5 March. Adventure Racing Ireland has all the information you need on their website if you are tempted to give a team adventure race a go in 2022.
2. Quest Kenmare
12 March 2022
One of the first adventure races of the season is a good one. Quest Kenmare is a one-day multi-sport race that includes kayaking, running and cycling around the stunning scenery of the south west of Ireland and the Wild Atlantic Way. This race will bring you places, both mentally and physically that you have never been before.
There are three distances at the Quest Kenmare adventure race that competitors can choose from:
Challenge 28km – This distance includes 6 unique stages. With a total of 6km running, 21km cycling, and 1km kayaking.
Sport 43km – This distance includes 6 unique stages. With a total of 10km running, 32km cycling, and 1km kayaking.
Expert 78km – This distance includes 8 unique stages. With a total of 18km running, 59km cycling, and 1km kayaking.
3. Quest Glendalough
2 April 2022
Quest Glendalough is a well-known race that involves running, cycling, and kayaking around the stunning Wicklow Mountains. The race starts and finishes in the iconic Glendalough valley, in the shadow of the monastic round tower.
There are three distances at Quest Glendalough that competitors can choose from:
21KM CHALLENGE MAP :
This distance consists of 4 stages. With a total of 12km of cycling, 8km of running, and 1km of kayaking.
43KM SPORTS MAP:
This distance consists of 6 stages. With a total of 26km of cycling, 16km of running, and 1km of kayaking.
59KM EXPERT MAP:
This distance consists of 8 stages. With a total of 37km of cycling, 21km of running, and 1km of kayaking.
4. The Wall Adventure Duathlon
23 April 2022
Most of the adventure races on this list include at least a kilometer of kayaking. If you are on the hunt for an adventure race with no kayaking, The Wall Adventure Race could be for you! In the heart of the Mourne Mountains, competitors will run and cycle their way around this epic, technical and beautiful 63km course. Additionally, all routes are fully waymarked so no navigational skills are required to complete this course! There are three unique stages in this race. A 3km trail run followed by a 45km road cycle taking in the Meelmore, Spelga, and Attical mountains before completing the race with a 15km mixed terrain run to the finish!
5. Ireland Coast to Coast Multisport Race
14 May 2022
Coast to Coast is an extreme distance adventure race that traverses the country from Enniscrone in Co Sligo to Newcastle in Co Down. This race is not for the faint-hearted as it demands competitors cover a total of 315.5km by foot, bike, and kayak! More details can be found about the logistics of this race on their website!
