Gaelforce sky run

Trail Running covering 12 km to 24.5 km with up to 1,614 m D+ in Clifden (County Galway, Ireland)

Location

Clifden, County Galway, IrelandShow on map(53.4891° N, 10.0202° W)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +1,614 m

Gaelforce sky run is an endurance sporting event in Clifden, County Galway, IE focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, Lakes & Ponds, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 24.5 km (24.5 km, +1,614 m D+), Trail 13 km (13 km, +494 m D+), and Trail 12 km (12 km, +456 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (gaelforceevents.com).

Official website

Gaelforce sky run in Clifden (Work: "Eindrücke aus dem Wicklow Mountains Nationalpark4", Photo: Ticketautomat, License: CC BY-SA 2.5, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Eindrücke aus dem Wicklow Mountains Nationalpark4" · Photo: **Ticketautomat** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 2.5
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

Nature & Off-Road Mountain Lakes & Ponds High Altitude

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Trail 24.5 km	Trail Running	24.5 km	+1,614 m	1,150 m - 1,828 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail 13 km	Trail Running	13 km	+494 m	1,153 m - 1,360 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail 12 km	Trail Running	12 km	+456 m	1,156 m - 1,348 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

24.5 km

Elevation gain

+1,614 m D+

Elevation loss

-1,614 m D-

Altitude range

1,150 m - 1,828 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

13.2 % / 23.8 %

Course format

Loop course

24.5 km+1,614 m D+Peak 1,828 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 1,828 m above sea level (+1,614 m D+, -1,614 m D-)

Peak: 1,828 m·at 10.5 km·Ø 13.2 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Gaelforce sky run take place?

Gaelforce sky run takes place in Clifden, County Galway, IE (start area at coordinates 53.4891° N, 10.0202° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Gaelforce sky run?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 24.5 km (24.5 km, +1,614 m D+), Trail 13 km (13 km, +494 m D+), and Trail 12 km (12 km, +456 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Gaelforce sky run?

The main competition (Trail 24.5 km over 24.5 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,614 m of elevation gain and -1,614 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 1,828 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Gaelforce sky run?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (gaelforceevents.com).