On Saturday 6th July 2019, the Artemis Great Kindrochit Quadrathlon in Scotland will welcome competitors who want to test their stamina, strength and fitness while enjoying a range of activities along the way.
A lone piper will serenade the quadrathletes as they begin the race with a swim, setting out to conquer both land and loch by bike, in a kayak and on two feet. Along the way, paticipants can enjoy haggis, chilli, and fish and chips at refreshment stations, ‘piña coladas on Bikini Beach, and a watermelon at the finish line, which they themselves slice in half with a Claymore sword.’
After the race, the setting sun brings with it a ceilidh and a fireworks display from the World Fireworks Championships. On the next day, competitors can relax with bacon rolls, or can continue with the active theme of the weekend and take part in water sports, sailing and clay pigeon shooting.
The event provides entertainment for participants but also support for international development charities Mercy Corps and Mary’s Meals. Race organiser WildFox Events has already raised millions of pounds for charity, helping desperate people all over the world. The company adds that this quadrathlon gives entrants the opportunity to be part of something really special.
The challenge offers three different routes of varying difficulty, allowing those with no quadrathlon or triathlon experience to find their place at the Artemis Great Kindrochit Quadrathlon while simultaneously creating a challenging course for experienced athletes.
The gold route contains all four stages: a swim of 0.8 miles, a walk/run of 15 miles over seven Munros, kayak seven miles and cycle of 34 miles round Loch Tay. The silver route has a shorter walk/run stage, while the bronze route’s walk/run route is yet shorter and participants are not required to do the swim.
Teams of two or relay teams of 3-8 people can enter. Those entering as a team of two must raise £450 per person for charity, in addition to the £175 entry fee, while relay team members must raise £250 for charity, alongside a £135 entry fee.
Members in relay teams compete in a minimum of one stage and a maximum of three stages. If any entrant wishes to complete all four stages they would have to commit to the team of two entry fees and fundraising requirements.
