The Mourne 500 is once again accepted as a UTMB Qualifying Race (4 points on new scale, 2 points on old scale). Note the Rules page for a UTMB qualifying Mourne 500.
Content of the email from ITRA (International Trail Running Association) below.
Mourne 500 Challenge 2016 (N° ITRA : 10934-13891)
After evaluation, ITRA keeps the following values communicated on our website:
D 65,2 km / D+ 4430 m / D- 4430 m (Link TraceDeTrail)
- Certification: Yes, ITRA commits on the values below
Method of calculation : We keep the original altitude and apply a Threshold of 3 m for the elevation corresponding to the use of a GPS devise with altimetric barometer.
- Evaluation Criteria:
Endurance points: 4 points (new scale) - 2 points (old scale)
Mountain level: 8Finisher level: 310
