IMRA Lug Uphill 6.2K
Race Overview
Event: Lug Uphill (from Barravore)
Date: Friday, 7th August 2026
Time: 19:00
County: Wicklow
Location: Barravore Carpark
Status: New race – part of inaugural Leinster Weekend
Note: Last race of the Irish Uphill League
Course Details
Distance: 6.20 km
Short course: None
Climb: 775 m
Difficulty: 3 (1,1,1) – Easy terrain, <200m ascent, <6km (Note: 775m climb is far higher than typical for difficulty 3 – this may be updated)
Route marking: Only major junctions marked
GPS allowed: No
Route description: Not provided
Entry Information
Entry fee: €7 (seniors) / €5 (over 65s & under 18s)
Entries open: Monday 3rd August 2026, 21:00
Entries close: Thursday 6th August 2026, 18:00
Capacity: 50 entrants (capped)
League
Irish Uphill League (final race of the league)
Mandatory Kit (Level B – Standard)
All runners must bring:
Waterproof jacket
Hat or buff
Gloves
Whistle
Charged mobile phone with emergency number
Foil blanket, bivvy bag or equivalent
Final kit to be carried confirmed on race day at registration. Random checks. Failure to have required items may lead to refusal or disqualification.
Nasego Trial Race Information
This race is the first of two trial races for the Nasego Mountain Running Six Nations event in Italy (5-6 September 2026).
Second trial race: Tinahely Half Marathon (8 August / 15 August? – check discrepancy)
Qualifying times: To be added in 2026
Website: https://www.trofeonasegocorsainmontagna.com/en/home-2/
Queries: [email protected]
Note: Qualifying athletes must participate in both Vertical and Trofeo races on consecutive days
Leinster Weekend Camping (June booking via IMRA shop)
Location: Glenmalure Valley (field beside Avonbeg River, courtesy of Glenmalure Lodge)
Facilities: Coin-operated showers (lodge), portaloos on site
Other accommodation: Glenmalure Lodge, Coolalingo B&B (early booking recommended)
Getting There
Barravore Carpark: Open in Google Maps (link on IMRA event page)