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The Cork 520 UltraWhat is the Cork 520 Ultra?
The Cork 520 Ultra is a 520km/320km nonstop cycling race around the outermost boundaries of Cork, taking in some of the most scenic roads cork has to offer. The planned start time is 6am on the 8th of July 2023.
Who can take part?
All level of cyclists, male, female, solo or teams of 2, 4 or 6.
While the solo category is aimed at the more experience cyclist, the team categories are open to cyclists of all abilities.
Self-propelled road or triathlon bike only.
How do I take part in the event as a solo rider?
As a solo rider you will be required to cycle the full 520 km yourself.
You will carry a small tracking device to track your overall time.
Each solo rider must have a support crew which must consist of a support car/van and two drivers.
Please note the support car must remain behind the cyclist at all times during darkness hours.
No drafting will be allowed at any time.
How do I take part in the event as a team?
A 2 person team will consist of two cyclists, a car/van and two drivers.
A 4 and 6 person team will consist of four or six cyclists, a car/van and a driver.
Only one of the cyclists can be on the route at any one time.
The timing chip will be passed on to the next rider.
There will be two check in points on route where your chip will be scanned.
Distance between each changeover is up to the team but usually takes place every 30 to 50 km but some riders prefer to do longer distances.
Please note the support car must remain behind the cyclist at all times during darkness hours.
No drafting will be allowed at any time.
The route?
The Cork 520 Ultra will start in Midleton taking in Midleton, Cobh, Crosshaven, Minane bridge, Kinsale, Old Head, Courtmacsherry, Clonakilty, Red Strand, Union Hall, Skibbereen, Ballydehob, Mizen Head, Bantry, Ballylickey, Macroom, Mallow, Castletownroche, Fermoy, Conna, Youghal, Ballymacoda, Ballycotton, Cloyne, East Ferry and finishing in Midleton. With an estimated elevation gain of 5200m and loss of 5200m.
Completion time? It’s hard to estimate a completion time as this is the inaugural Cork 520 Ultra.
Predicted finish time for the winners would be around 18 hours with a cut off time of 38 hours for the last bike in. The event will involve early morning start, cycling through daytime and into the darkness of night. Please note the support car must remain behind the cyclist at all times during darkness hours.
What do I need to enter?
Road or triathlon bike and all the usual associated safety equipment.
Support crew with car/van.
This is an official Cycling Ireland Event , All competitors must either have a cycling Ireland Licence of Limited Competition Level or above , OR competitors can purchase a One Day Licence (ODL)at entry to cover them for the event,
One day licence can be purchased at registration.
Stamina, endurance and a measured amount of madness.
Please note the above description is just a basic description of the Cork 520 Ultra, more detailed rules and regulations will follow.
Entry fees?
Solo €250,
2 person team €320
4 person team €500
6 person team €620
Entries can be done via Eventmaster on the Cycling Ireland event calendar or the Eventmaster link on the Cork 520 Ultra Facebook page.
All profits go to East Cork Rapid Response.
Contact
Any further queries please do not hesitate to contact me.
Gerard McLean , Race Organizer
0872848343
[email protected]
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Midleton, Cork, Ireland
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