Sat 4th March 2023
Glenshee Ski Center - Scotland
Glenshee Ski Center - Scotland
Last night captured the essence of our event very well, a winter hill running race in snow covered hills ,starting at dusk finishing at night. 3Ridges3Hills2Valleys
We had firm compact ground, boggy bits, pathed sections, and the precious snowy sections. Also we went from clear skies to foggy intervals and even a few snow showers. All in all it resulted in a very enjoyable course where runners have to adapt to changing conditions!
It made us very happy š to have a lot of returning faces from last year, new ones and families coming to support. Also, important to mention the great increase in women this year, lovely.
Thanks to all the runners, Snow Running Team, and Glenshee Ski Center for making a great event happen.
Marked in green in Loop 1 and purple Loop 2 . Minimum age 18 to register.
RegistrationMarked with green arrows (Loop 1 & small loop). Minimum age 16 to register.
RegistrationAnyone that takes more than 1.5h on Loop 1 will be asked to ācompleteā only the short course.
There will be a time limit ā¦
Loop 1: 6 km 500m climb, light green arrows mark part of the course that will be dependent on ground conditions.
Loop 2: 5.5km 450m climb
We are confident that we can go ahead with full or patchy snow cover.
With the course being held in the ski station we can provide enough resources to make it safe to run in challenging conditions but the weather will be closely monitored to ensure it will be a safe event.
Participants will be notified in the event of cancellation for bad weather.
Marked in green
Marked in purple
In the event of adverse weather conditions, the organizers will establish an alternative course to ensure the participantsā safety.
Participants must attend the briefing to know about the possible changes to the established course.
There will be a time limit of 3 hrs from the start. A tail runner will be deployed and can assist or advise any struggling runners. The time cutoffs will be announced in the technical briefing.
Trophy for first male and female in each category.
Lucky dip prize draw on race numbers for all participants present at Prize Giving Ceremony.
Long course:
Short course:
Participants will be required to carry a minimum of clothing & equipment for the duration of the whole event:
THE USE OF POLES IS FORBIDDEN in line with the Scottish Hill Runners safety guidance. Hill Runners and Safety
*Race rules and regulations state that runners place themselves under the obligation of having these supplies with them and are obliged to demonstrate this to any member of the organizing committee immediately before the start of the race, during it or in the finish area if requested.
Navigational devices (GPS units, watches, smartphone, etc.) are permitted. Although the course will be fully marked, participants will be required to have the ability to navigate.
We have some low cost accommodation options for those who intend to stay over in Braemar and enjoy the Braemar Mountain Festival weekend.
Please email directly to info@snowrunning.uk for bookings.
We had a stunning night at Glenshee Ski Station for the very first Snow running event in 2022 ā a truly unique event.
From the organising team many thanks to all of the Marshalls, Tail-runners, Timekeepers, and Glenshee ski patrol for helping to keep it safe and fun for everyone.
A special thanks to our Sponsors: Dymlab, Decathlon, Glenshee Ski Station, Dewars of Aberfeldy, Johnson and Loftus Boatbuilders (trophies), Cromarty Forge (logo and snow flake pendants), Scottish Hill Runners (insurance), Stuart Ross Media (Photography) and Total Endurance (spot prize).
Their generosity and prizes were key to getting us all together in a very social atmosphere at prize giving at Tea_at_the_Shee cafe. We hope the lucky winners enjoy their prizes!
