IMRA Sliabh Daeane - Ox Mountains 8.95K

Race Overview
Event: Sliabh Daeane – Ox Mountains (Sliabh Daean in Sligo)
Date: Wednesday, 3rd June 2026
Time: 19:30 (Note: organiser’s note mentions 11am – please check with RD)
County: Sligo
Location: Ox Mountains (exact start via Google Maps link below)
Course Details
Distance (Long): 8.95 km
Short course: 5.50 km (excludes mountain section – per organiser’s note)
Climb: 288 m
Difficulty: 7 (1,3,3) – Easy terrain, >500m ascent, >10km (Note: 288m climb is below 500m – difficulty rating may be adjusted)
Route marking: Only major junctions marked
GPS allowed: Yes
Route description: Not provided
Entry Information
Entry fee: €7 (seniors) / €5 (over 65s & under 18s)
Entries open: Monday 1st June 2026, 21:00
Entries close: Wednesday 3rd June 2026, 12:00
Capacity: 250 entrants
League
North West 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.
Getting There
Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/o1AS3i9LA55fyXcTA?g_st=iw
Organiser's Instructions (Discrepancy noted)
"Main start at 11am for short and long course. Short course is 5.5k and excludes mountain section."
⚠️ Please check with Race Director – the event page lists 19:30, but organiser's note says 11:00.

