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Gael-Force West Adventure Race is back in town!

 
AUGUST 23rd and 24th, 2008

ENTRIES ARE NOW OPEN FOR GF6 and GF12, 2008

It’s that time of year again when endurance enthusiasts from everywhere, descend upon Kerry to take part in the Famous Gael Force Adventure race!

Gael Force returns for a 3rd year of adrenalin, action and adventure in the Wild Wild West! With nearly 400 adventurers taking part in last year’s event, Gael Force has become the most popular adventure sports event in the country in just two years. There is no doubt that this is a must for anybody who feels the desire to push themselves in a truly challenging environment. Participants can expect to experience the challenge of the race, the camaraderie, stunning scenery and fresh Atlantic air, as they are welcomed to Westport in glorious county Mayo, for Gael Force 2008.

Participants can choose from two events; GF6, the classic one-day multi-sport challenge for solo participants with biking, running, trekking and kayaking; or take part in GF12 – featuring GF6 on the Saturday and then continuing with a “second stage” team event on the Sunday involving ropes, boats and navigation. Read more about GF6 here and GF12 here.

The GF6 adventure challenge will again follow last year’s 65km course from Little Killary back to Westport, via a kayaking leg on Killary Harbour and an ascent and descent of the mighty Croagh Patrick. Last year’s event sold out so organisers have extended entries, offering 500 places to racers in GF6 in 2008. More boats have been ordered for the kayaking too! The GF6 racer party will take place in Westport on the Saturday night (23rd August). For full info on GF6 click here.

This event is a great opportunity for those wishing to take their first steps into adventure racing as well as those who are more experienced and looking for a real challenge!

For more info on this event visit: www.gaelforcewest.ie