It's interesting to see that the 2020 Dingle Marathon and Half-Marathon is closed already! This event which is held in September opened just a few weeks back and all the places have now sold.
Every year, it seems to sell out earlier and earlier. Not too long ago, it was still open until the Spring. Now it's back to October of the previous year.
As an event, it's different from the usual type of marathon or half-marathon. For example, the Charleville Half-Marathon is on around the same time but that is more of a race. People are running that one for a time or as part of their build up to Dublin.
Dingle is more of an event than a race. For many, it's part of a weekend away or a day out in what is one of the most scenic parts of the country.
I never did the half in Dingle but I did the full marathon several times. On a nice sunny day, it's a lovely scenic course albeit a little hilly. It's really nice to run on small narrow roads without any of the tourist buses or cars, especially around Slea Head. It should probably be no suprise that its' so popular.
Hi John, I agree with your comments. I think you have described the event very well. I wonder if they will ever organise a second, half and full marathon calendar year event in Dingle, that would easily sell out too!
ReplyDeleteNo wonder it sold out. For the past week I've gotten countless emails and text msg from them about its nearly sold out. I've never ran it or entered it so you'd wonder how they even got my details. Think they really pushed it to sell out early
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