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Gaelforce West - Adventure Race

Name: Gaelforce West - Adventure Race
Start: 2026-06-13
End: 2026-06-13
Location: Westport

Westport, Mayo, Ireland

calendar_today 13 Jun, 2026

kayaking Multisports

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About the Event

Take on the legendary challenge that started it all at the Gaelforce West on Saturday, 13th June 2026. Celebrating its 20th anniversary as Ireland's original adventure race, this epic 68km journey through the wilds of Connemara is a true test of endurance, blending 18.5km of trail running, a 1km kayak across Killary Fjord, 48.5km of cycling, and the formidable 4.5km mountain ascent of Croagh Patrick. The route delivers an unbeatable mix of stunning scenery—from the Inagh Valley to the Atlantic coastline—and deep Irish history. With strict cut-off times and a focus on respecting the fragile mountain environment, it's a demanding and rewarding milestone for any adventure racer. Join the celebration of two decades of grit and community by securing your place in this iconic 2026 adventure race in Ireland that remains the ultimate benchmark.

Races Offered

Galeforce West

Jun 13, 2026

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Distance — 68K

terrain

Type — Multisports

timer

07:30

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for June in Westport.

thermostat Temperature

11.4° / 17.1°

wb_sunny Feels like

8.7° / 14.3°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 53m

water_drop Avg rainfall

4.5 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

16.3 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (5.6)

humidity_mid Humidity

80.6%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:08

nightlight Sunset

22:08

About Westport

Learn more about the host city, Westport.

Westport is an attractive town in County Mayo on the west coast of Ireland, with a population of 6,900 in 2022. It was originally Cathair na Mart, "town of the beef cattle", a cattle-mart and trading port in an era when it was much easier to get around by sea than overland. That settlement was swept aside in 1780 to make way for Westport House and its grounds. A new planned town was laid out along the banks of the Carrowbeg River, and has been well-preserved since that time.

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