Achill ROAR Adventure Race

Sat 12th September 2026

Achill ROAR Adventure Race 2026

The famous Achill ROAR Adventure race returns on the 12th September 2026.

This adventure race ran between 2010 and 2016 and always was super fun, friendly and was known for having the best after race party on the AR circuit.

The race is part of the ARI Solo Adventure Series and is being organised on a fully volunteer basis by Adventure Racing Ireland as a fund raiser for the adventure racing community and some deserving local causes.

The event offers three excellent race route options (Expert, Sport and Challenge) so there is a race suited to beginners, intermediates & the seasoned racer sorts.

Race routes involve a stunning beach/ mountain run/hike and road biking around the island.

After-race party is in Gielty’s Pub on the Saturday evening and the weekend is completed by some fun and free whacky races that are planned for Sunday morning at 12 noon on the beach including welly throwing, slow bike, bucketfill, standing long jump, wacky golf and more with free entry to all Roar participants, their families & friends

The Dooagh Folk Festival is also on this weekend with a wide range of festival gigs including Damien Dempsey, Lúnasa, Dervish and many more with various workshops and traditional seisúins in a variety of venue close to race HQ.

Camping, showers and activity areas for kids are all available at Keel camping on the beach beside the race HQ.

Their assistance with the running of the event is appreciated as is their discount to all ROAR participants at the their on-site food truck.

Entries a tech race tee (Gender specific sizing) and ARI Buff.

Entries are set to close on 31st August so enter now and don’t risk missing out on a memorable trip to Achill

Register here

All Courses will start and finish at race HQ close to Keel beach

Location of parking for Race HQ is at this link Achill AR Race HQ Parking 
This is also the transition area where you will pass through at the end of each leg before starting on the next one

ARI National Solo Series, the Sport & Expert race results will count as one of the 9 Races in the overall series (Best 5 races to count) 

Course Details:
Expert Course – 60km – Designed to Challenge all experienced athletes
Typically 2.5 to 5 hrs Duration
Start Time 11am
Activities Involved: Beach / Mountain /Trail Running (16km total) and Road Biking (45km total)
Fully Marked Route & Race Route Details Provided in advance
Sport Course- 30km – Designed for Intermediates/ Those looking for a good test
1.4 to 3Hrs Duration
Start Time 12.00 noon
Activities Involved:  Beach/ Mountain /Trail Running (8k) and Road Biking (22k)
Fully Marked Route & Race Route Details Provided in advance
Challenge Course – 18km – Designed for Beginners/ Newbies to Adventure Racing
1 to 2 hrs Duration
Start Time 1.00 pm
Activities Involved: Beach Running (6k) and Road Biking (12k)
Fully Marked Route & Race Route Details Provided in advance
To enter this event you need to have current membership to ARI. 
If you are not a member already you can join here
Parking: There is plenty of parking at event HQ at Keel Beach close to campsite
Facilities: Beach showers are available for free – Hot Showers in Keel Camping for Campsite Residents only
Water: There will be water available adjacent to the start/finish area – Please bring your own water bottles for refill
 
Entries Close 31 August 2026
Challenge
  €64.00
  €69.00
  (from 01/03/2026)
  €74.00
  (from 01/07/2026)
  €79.00
  (from 01/08/2026)
Sport
  €69.00
 Entries Close 15/08/26
  €74.00
  (from 01/03/2026)
  €79.00
  (from 01/07/2026)
  €89.00
  (from 01/08/2026)
  Entries Close 15/08/26
Expert
  €74.00
  €79.00
  (from 01/03/2026)
  €84.00
  (from 01/07/2026)
  €94.00
  (from 01/08/2026)
  Entries Close 15/08/25

Click Here To Enter 

No ON THE DAY  Entry Will Be Possible

Prizes Details TBC
NOTE:- This Race is run on a fully voluntary basis by ARI members with local assistance
Emphasis will be placed on giving ARI Members great value for money and If any monies are raised then these funds will be for development of adventure racing in Ireland and it is also hoped to contribute to some deserving local charity causes. To maximise funds available cash prizes will not be awarded.
Prizes to 1st 3 finishers and 1st over 40 and over 50 outside the top 3 overall
Expert Race
Sport Race
Challenge Race
Registration:
Sat 12th  – 09.30 to 10.30
Bikes must be racked before 10.40
Race Briefing 10.50
Registration:
Sat 12th  – 09.30 to 11.30
Bikes must be racked before 11.40
Race Briefing 11.50
Registration:
Sat 12th  – 09.30 to 12.30
Bikes must be racked before 12.40
Race Briefing 12.50
Race Start time 10.00 am
Race Start time 12.00 noon
Race Start time 1.00 pm
Mandatory Race Kit :
  • Roadworthy bike – Note:- TT type or any bikes fitted with Tri bars of any type are not permitted
  • E bikes may permitted in exceptional cases by prior permission only
  • Waterproof Jacket
  • Space blanket
  • First Aid Kit including antiseptic wipes, field dressing, plasters, triangular bandage
  • Mobile Phone in a waterproof case
  • Bike Helmet
  • Spare Tube, pump & tyre levers Save
  • Bike lights mounted on the front and back of the bike – Flashing lights to be on at all times when on the bike
Event HQ Location at Keel Beach – Achill  – Click here for location