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 having the best after race party on the AR circuit.

The race is part of the ARI Solo Adventure Series and is being organised by Adventure Racing Ireland as a fund raiser for the adventure racing community

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, road biking around the island and a short inland lake kayak stage.

After-race party is in Gielty’s Pub on the Saturday evening and the weekend is completed by some fun whacky races are planned for Sunday morning on the beach including bike & welly throwing, slow bike, pairs wheelbarrow races 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.

Sign up before 31st July for best price and a guaranteed complementary ARI Buff.

Entries are set to close on 15th August so enter early 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 oneFor 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
Parking: There is plenty of parking at event HQ at Keel Beach close to campsite
Facilities: Showers are available for small fee (€2 ) at campsite adjacent to Race HQ.
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
 
Entries Close 15 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 Register 

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 with detail TBC soon
Note:- For Challenge Race only Spot Prizes are to be awarded to deter experienced athletes targeting this event
Expert Race
Sport Race
Challenge Race
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 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