Achill ROAR Adventure Race
Sat 12th September 2026
Achill ROAR Adventure Race Sat 12th September 2026
Event Description: Register here https://www.sientries.co.uk/event.php?event_id=17095
The event will have 3 courses available
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
For the Overall 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 – 63km – Designed to Challenge all athletes
Typically 3 to 6.5 hrs Duration
Provisional Start Time 10am (TBC)
Activities Involved: Kayak (2k), Trail Running (16km) and Road Biking (45km)
Fully Marked Route & Race Route Details Provided in advance
Sport Course- 32km – Designed for Intermediates/ Those looking for a good test
1.5 to 3.5Hrs Duration
Provisional Start Time 11am (TBC)
Activities Involved: Kayak (1.5k), Trail Running (9k) and Road Biking (21k)
Fully Marked Route & Race Route Details Provided in advance
Challenge Course – 18km – Designed for Beginners/ Newbies to Adventure Racing
1 to 2.5 hrs Duration
Provisional Start Time 12 noon (TBC)
Activities Involved: Kayak (1k), Trail Running (5k) 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 https://www.sientries.co.uk/event_series.php?series_id=603
Parking: There is plenty of parking at event HQ at Keel Beach close to campsite
Facilities: Showers are available for small fee at campsite.
Water: There will be water available at the start/finish/ transition area – Please bring your own water bottles
KAYAK:- The Kayak section is on a small inland lake.
Kayaks provided are single & double sit on tops
Option to bring own kayak, paddle & buoyancy Aid – Please select this option at entry to allow management of kayaks
Kayak Drop (8.30 to 9.30am on Saturday morning only) at this link: Achill AR Kayak Drop Off Point
Kayaks, paddles & buoyancy aids left at lake at own risk at all times – Please ensure your property is marked with your name & race number.
Kayaks must be collected between 1.30 and 2.30pm only
| Early Bird Rates only until 28th Feb 2026 | ||
| Challenge | €64.00 | |
| €69.00 | (from 01/03/2026) | |
| €74.00 | (from 01/07/2026) | |
| €79.00 | (from 01/09/2026) | |
| Sport | €69.00 | |
| €74.00 | (from 01/03/2026) | |
| €79.00 | (from 01/07/2026) | |
| €84.00 | (from 01/08/2026) | |
| €89.00 | (from 01/09/2026) | |
| Expert | €74.00 | |
| €79.00 | (from 01/03/2026) | |
| €84.00 | (from 01/07/2026) | |
| €89.00 | (from 01/08/2026) | |
| €94.00 | (from 01/09/2026) | |
Click HERE To Register
https://www.sientries.co.uk/event.php?event_id=17095
Prizes:-
Details TBC
NOTE:- This Race is run on a 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 ARI member’s benefit and it is also hoped to contribute to some local charity cause in Achill
Note:- For Challenge Race only Spot Prizes are to be awarded to deter experienced athletes targeting this event
| Expert Race | Sport Race | Challenge Race |
|---|---|---|
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Registration: Friday 11th – 16.00 to 21.00 Sat 12th – 08.30 to 09.00 |
Registration: Friday 11th – 16.00 to 21.00 Sat 12th – 08.30 to 10.00 |
Registration: Friday 11th – 16.00 to 21.00 Sat 12th – 08.30 to 11.00 |
| Race Start time 10.00 | Race Start time 11.00 | Race Start time 12.00 |
Mandatory Race Kit :
- Roadworthy bike – Note:- TT type or any bikes fitted with Tri bars are not permitted
- 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
- 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
ENTRY LINK:- https://www.sientries.co.uk/event.php?event_id=17095




