What: Off Road Run Challenge for Joggers and Runners of all abilities (1 and 2 lap options)

Where: In grounds of Clonkeeran House, Johnstown Bridge, Co Kildare (Just off N4 approx 25 mins drive from Jct 7 of M50)

When: Saturday 16th October 2010 at 11am

Why: A new fun challenge for all - This is not a regular road or conventional cross country run be assured

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The Runamuck Challenge is a cross country running event over a wet and mucky course with various man made and natural obstacles including bale "jumps", net scrambles, ladder bridges, Tarzan swings, ditchs, streams,  tyres and tunnels designed to test your mental and physical strength, and to leave you with a great sense of achievement and a big grin on your face - Checkout the Gallery Photos of our Inaugral Event

It can be competed in as Solo, as a Relay Pair (Durty Duo) or as a Team of any number of 3 or more on either the 1 lap Muckers or 2 lap Serious Muckers Courses.

What distance are the courses and how long will they take?

The 1 lap Muckers course is approx 4.5km long and the 2 lap Serious Muckers option approx 9km but it is expected to take between 25 and 50 minutes to complete a single lap depending on your fitness level and aptitude to overcome the terrain and the obstacles.

What are the Entry Categories?

Muckers Solo - 1 lap

Serious Muckers Solo - 2 laps

Muckers Team  - 1 lap

Serious Muckers Team - 2 laps

Durty Duo – 2 person relay - 1 lap each

To enter Please Click HERE

When do entries close?

At midnight on Sat 9th October

Can I change my mind and switch between Muckers and Serious Muckers option?

Yes - Please notify the organisers in advance by e-mail ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ) should you wish to change from the option you selected when entering on-line - Last date for this is Saturday 9th October at 20.00hrs

Can I race Solo or as a Team?

Race Entry is open to Individuals, Pairs and Teams which can be made up of any number from 3 upwards

It is up to the teams themselves whether to race separately or as a group (Our recommendation) as mutual assistance and encouragement at obstacles is actively encouraged and should prove useful to the team's speed around the course. All members of teams must all complete either the 1 lap or 2 lap courses to be included in the official team rankings and every participant will aditionally recieve an individual ranking also. The team position will be taken when the 3rd member of the team has crossed the finish line.

Please register with the same team name to ensure you will be in with a chance of a team prize

Durty Duo Pairs will race 1 lap each handing over relay style to each other

Is there a discount for team challenge entries?

Teams with 6 or more on-line registered participants will receive a refund of 20% of their total race entry fee

To avail of the 20% discount for group entries of 6 or more you must use the same credit card for all entries.

If you enter a team of say 4 initially then the group discount will be applied if you enter a further two or more team members at a later date USING the SAME CREDIT CARD.

Prizes will be awarded to fastest individuals (male and female), the teams with the fastest finish time on each course, fastest Durty Duo relay pair plus some spot prizes for fancy dress and general prizeworthiness

What is cost of entry?

€25* for entries between 1st and 31st April 2010 - includes souvenier Mug

€30* between 1st May and 30th August 2010 - includes souvenier mug

€35* Late entries - After 1st September 2010

*This cost includes the On-line Entry Service Provider's service charge

To enter Please Click HERE

Will changing and showering facilities be provided?

Basic changing facilities will be provided on the farm (Cleaned out stables with straw bale seats) before and after the event and hose pipe/power washer will be available.

Please leave all jewelry and other valuables such as wallets, phones, etc at home or in your locked car - needles in haystacks are easier to find than diamonds in mud.

We recommend you bring an old towel to help you clean and dry off and a plastic bag for your dirty shoes and clothes.

No really dirty shoes in the Hamlet for the prizegiving thanks but some souvenir body mud is permitted

The Brew Crew van will be at the event selling teas/ coffees / sambos n snacks at reasonable prices if you want them before or after the event.

They are sponsoring the teas and snacks to keep our hardworking volunteer marshalls going whilst you race.

Will there be a goody bag?

No - We would prefer to keep costs down and the quality of the event up and of course maximise the amount raised for charity.

All entries before August 30th will recieve a event momento which we hope will become a collector's item - the Runamuck Challenge Mug!

Will there be an event Teeshirt?

It is our experience that some people will want an event tee-shirt whilst others have an accumulation of these. We will have a special edition quality cotton tee-shirt with the Runamuck "Splotch" logo available for those that want one at an additional cost of €8. Please indicate whether you require a tee-shirt and the size requested when registering and we will have your shirt available for collection at registration on the morning of the race

Will there be refreshments available at the race venue?

Due to the turnout expected for the event we will have a speciality catering facility on site to provide drinks and snacks at reasonable prices.

This vendor will be providing drinks and snacks FOC to the volunteer marshalls in support of the event.

Will there be an after event prizegiving?

After the event the plan is to adjourn to the nearby Hamlet Court Hotel in nearby Johnstown Bridge for lunch (Event Participant Specials) and to enjoy to social aspect of this unique event. Prizegiving will be at 3pm

Where and When is registration?

Registration will take place at Clonkeeran House on Saturday morning between 9am and 10.30am

Is there a minimum age to take part?

Yes - Participants must be at least 18 years old on race day to take part

Is a refund available if I cannot attend?

No - Once your entry is recieved we incurr on line entry charges and admin costs so unfortunately we are unable to offer a refund. Transfer of your entry to another competitor is not permitted as it is you who have agreed to the terms and conditions of the event, provided emergency contact details, etc

Should I take part if I have a medical condition?

No - If your condition is likely to put you or any other participant at risk then please do not take part in the Runamuck Challenge.

Can my family and friends come along to watch?

Yes - Your family and friends are welcome to come and enjoy the atmosphere and spectacle of the event free of charge.

Parents are responsible for the supervision of children and are requested to ensure they are kept under control and off the race route at all times.

Please not that this is a working farm NOT a play area and participants, supporters and family are requested to not interfere with the farm in any way and to take all rubbish home with them or leave it in one of the bins provided.

Are many sections of the course rough underfoot?

Yes - it wil be very rough underfoot in several sections of the course

Am I likely to get wet?

Yes - weather permitting

Am I likely to get dirty?

Yes - please bring a change of clothes for after the event

Am I likely to get muck in my shoes?

Yes

Am I likely to go home having enjoyed the Runamuck Challenge and be looking forward to the next one?

Yes - We certainly hope so

Checkout the Testimonials Section of this site to hear what some of our previous participants had to say.