Irish Mountain
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Maurice Mullins Ultra

Forum Messages

AuthorDateMessage
Declan McElroyJan 10 2017, 7:35amWhen do entries open ?
Gareth LittleJan 10 2017, 10:08amHi Declan, for what race?
John J BarryJan 10 2017, 11:34amThe IMRA site is a bit weird. This forum tread is for the "MAURICE MULLINS ULTRA" but the title comes up with a random word as the"Title"

Regarding when it opens, I suppose it will sometime in February.

But more short term interest is:SLÍ GAELTACHT MHUSCRAÍ. Just four weeks away...
Michael O'DonoghueJan 13 2017, 8:06pmWhat type of footwear is needed for this race? Trail or Fell? I don't really fancy running 50k in fell shoes if there's extensive road sections. Also, are navigation skills required? I've never been to the Wicklow Mountains
John J BarryJan 14 2017, 7:30pmMichael,

Fell shoes not required. I'll be using Inov-8 Trailroc.

The route in general follows the Wicklow Way which is waymarked. The couple of bits near the start and near the turn around where we are not on the Wicklow way tend to be manned. But that does not mean one can not go wrong.

Recce of the route would be recommended.
Pól Ó MurchúFeb 7 2017, 12:42pmIs open now...You can stop all the emails and calls ;-)

Cost: €20
Registration will close 20th of March...6 weeks to reg...No excuses...No last minute registration requests please!

Please see event details on event page and keep an eye on event page/forum for any updates or changes.

Thank you,
Pól
Caitriona Nic CabaFeb 12 2017, 5:23pmHi Pol,
Is the registration up and running? When I go to purchase Imra products, it is not showing up there, thanks,
Caitriona
Dermot MurphyFeb 12 2017, 6:32pmCatriona, it should be available. Have you registered for 2017 yet - 10 Euro option? You may need to register before you see the option to purchase the race.
Derek BolandFeb 21 2017, 8:12pmJust signed for this race. 1st IMRA race, are there aid stations provided or is it self sufficient. is there minimum gear required like map compass rain jacket etc.
thank you looking forward to it
Dermot MurphyFeb 22 2017, 12:49pmAid stations - at Crone wood (about half way between the start and the half way point) - which you pass twice, at the half way point at Ballinstoe. There may be a further aid station at Curtlestown (if a volunteer comes forward), about 5k past Crone wood. This will only be set up on the way back.
Minimum gear - as on the event page - raincoat must be carried.
Nicolas MejriFeb 27 2017, 6:13pmHello,
I have a [stupid?] question: I just bought the inscription but I don't see any requirement. Do I need to produce any medical certifacte or equivalent? (This is quite unusual for me as I arrived from France a few months ago and this is my first race here).
Thanks,
Nicolas
Dermot MurphyFeb 27 2017, 8:43pmHi Nicolas, is your query specifically regarding a medical cert? If so, the answer is no, they are not a requirement.
Nicolas MejriFeb 28 2017, 9:50amThanks for the quick answer ! I'm use to french races where they always ask for it.
Snjezana FrketicMar 7 2017, 1:45pmHi,
Are walking/running poles allowed?
Thanks!
John J BarryMar 8 2017, 11:12amDon't know. But there isn't enough climbing on the route to justify bringing them.
Paul MurphyMar 9 2017, 8:51amWondering what is available at aid stations or is this a self sufficient event thanks Paul
Dermot MurphyMar 9 2017, 1:04pmReminder : Entries will be open until March 20, and no transfers allowed after this, so no waiting list. If you get your entry in before March 20, you are in!

Looking for volunteers for this (thanks to those who have volunteered so far).
Running volunteers - can help with registration and parking at Johnnie Foxes.

Non Running volunteers - will take as many of these as we can! Plenty required for the finish, marshalling and we will need a first aider.

Parking will be at the overflow car park at Johnie Foxes and registeration will be at the Glencullen Golf Club (same place as last year). The marshals will direct you to registration if you are unfamiliar with the area. Please note - if you are been dropped off at registration - and so do not need to leave a car there during the race, feel free to park up at the Glencullen Golf Club, BUT CARS CANNOT STAY THERE ONCE THE RACE IS UNDERWAY. THERE IS A DIFFERENT EVENT ON LATER THAT DAY, AND WE HAVE WILL NOT HAVE THE USE OF THE CAR PARK ONCE THE RACE IS UNDERWAY.

The finish this year is at the Glencullen GAA - so back to the old finish line, but we should have the use of the GAA club so we can have the finish line off the road.

Any further questions, feel free to ask!
Dermot MurphyMar 9 2017, 1:07pmWater stations will be at Crone wood (about 12k in), Half way at Ballinstoe (25k) and Crone wood again (about 38k). There may be a further station at Curtlestown (5k after Crone wood) but this will be dependent on a volunteer coming forward to man this.
Dermot MurphyMar 10 2017, 2:27pmPLEASE NOTE:

Early Start is at 8:30am, and only for people who feel the cut off times will be tight. A number of people took the early start last year who clearly did not need to. In order to prevent this from happening this year, your finishing time will be adjusted to 6 hours if you finish under this time AND take the early start. So please do not take the early start if you feel you will finish around 6 hours or less.

Cut off times :

Balinastoe (halfway): 13:00
Crone Woods Car Park (return): 14:45
Curtlestown Car Park (return): 15:30
Sallie EnnisMar 16 2017, 6:44pmI have a bad dose of tonsillitis so won't be able for the ultra so if there is a waiting list my place is going spare.
Sallie EnnisMar 16 2017, 6:45pmI have a bad dose of tonsillitis so won't be able for the ultra so if there is a waiting list my place is going spare.
michal pospisilMar 19 2017, 5:44pmHi All,
I would like to run Maurice Mullins Ultra and im not a IMRA member. Do i need to purchase 10 euro membership+ 20 euro race cost to enter the race or is race cost only enough. Thanks
This would be my first ultra so I`d love to try it.
Dermot MurphyMar 19 2017, 5:57pmHi Michael, yes you need to purchase the yearly membership to enter (if you are not already a member this year).

All - please remember entries close tomorrow. No entries or transfers after entries close.
Van Wanrooy LisaMar 19 2017, 11:49pmHi. What time would you like me to arrive as a volunteer?
Dermot MurphyMar 20 2017, 8:53amHi Lisa - we will have registration open from about 7:30am to 9:30am and then the finish from about 1:30pm to 4:30. Which of those slots suits you best? If either is OK, I would probably have a greater need at the finish (1:30 to 4:30).

Will be sending out an email to all volunteers in the next day or two - if you are a running volunteer, I will expect you be given a job with either registration or parking.
Dermot MurphyMar 20 2017, 2:30pmOnline entry will close at 9pm this evening.
Daniela BoehmMar 21 2017, 10:28amHi Dermot,
if you are still looking for someone to do a water/aid station at Curtlestown, I'd be more than happy to or can do any other volunteer job (I've just put my name down, I wasn't sure I'd be here on Sat).
Daniela
Dermot MurphyMar 21 2017, 11:04amThanks Daniela - we have Jim Fitzharris at Curtlestown.
While we have all the essentials covered at this stage, I would certainly appreciate as much help as I can get at the finish.
Snjezana FrketicMar 21 2017, 12:41pmGoogle Earth KML file of the route is not working?
Dermot MurphyMar 21 2017, 12:47pmPLEASE NOTE - REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. STRICTLY NO REFUNDS OR TRANSFERS ALLOWED.
Dermot MurphyMar 21 2017, 12:51pmCan any of the IT guys fix the broken Google link?

The map of the route in the map section on the event page is a pretty good substitute.

Any questions on the route itself, please feel free to ask. If anyone is aware of any particular problems on the route encountered during recce's, please advise of same.
Dermot MurphyMar 23 2017, 11:01amPlease see race instructions below. Parking for the Ultra is at the overflow car park at Johnnie Foxes and registration is at the Glencullen Golf Club. Please follow marshals instructions on where to park. Early start (8:30am) is available to those who might need it for the cut offs. Note - early start should only be taken by those taking 6 hours or more - if your time is less than 6 hours and you take the early start, your time will be adjusted to 6 hours.

Race Instructions

1)Route is strictly on the Wicklow Way. Please did not use any short-cuts ie cutting out zig-zags etc - this will be considered cheating and will result
in disqualification. Safety point - runners might consider running in groups, especially if you are unfamiliar with route. See who is at a similar pace.
Finish will be at the GAA club. Be careful of the road sections, as there may be traffic on them.

2) Mandatory kit requirement - JACKET, this will be STRICTLY enforced. Mobile phones are not mandatory but are recommended.

3) Please note the cut off times at Ballinastoe (1pm), Crone wood (2:45pm) and Curtlestown (3:30pm) - please cooperate with the marshals if
you do not reach the cut off in time.

4) Strictly no littering - please leave any litter at the water stations or bring it with you. If you see anyone littering, call them up on it.

5) Dont forget to have your number visible/at hand at the finish so your time can be recorded. Your race number should be kept - do not hand it
back at the finish. Also dont forget to pick up your mug!

6) Strictly no headphones on this race - if you see anyone with them on, dont be shy about telling them to take them off.
Warren SwordsMar 23 2017, 11:40amStrava Flyby of the route for those not able to view the Google Earth file.

http://labs.strava.com/flyby/viewer/#527333519?c=gc7w45eq&z=E&t=1MzdQG&a=j3huH5r-yB_T33Yf102ZH9yLch-a6HcfsjduH31mbx8fGo0fkASfIA
Wayne ByrneMar 23 2017, 1:12pmHi

2 questions can you leave a bag of dry clothes at the Start/finish line and do we have access to the showers in the GAA club after the race.

Thank you.
Dermot MurphyMar 23 2017, 1:31pmThe finish will be at the GAA club, but you will not be able to leave gear there before the start of the Ultra as it will be closed. Should be showers available at the GAA club at the end, cant guarantee they will be hot though!
It a 5 minute walk back to Johnies from the GAA club, but not sure if people will walk back for a shower... Option should be there though.
Gerard TullyMar 23 2017, 7:16pmHi first time doing this ultra is there going to be food bag drops organised, do I get my number on the day, cheers Gerard
Jackie ToalMar 23 2017, 8:31pmIs there a start list? Are there many doing the ultra?
Thanks
Jackie
Dermot MurphyMar 23 2017, 9:26pmGerard - for bag drops there are two, - at Crone wood (about half way between the start and the half way point) - which you pass twice, and at the half way point at Ballinstoe. There is a further aid station at Curtlestown , about 5k past Crone wood. This will only be set up on the way back and will not be a bag drop location.
You will collect your race number at registration. Please sign the sign in sheet first and then collect your number - you will then be ready to go!
Dermot MurphyMar 23 2017, 9:28pmEntries for Ultra - 249

Race
No Name
792 ala, olejniczak
1150 Andersen, Laura Jentsch
366 Ayling, Alan
1032 Bailey, Ian
1141 Bailie, Stephen
793 BALINSKI, PIOTR
664 Barrett, Duncan
84 Barry, John J
200 Benson, Leah
2055 Bereznocenko, Kastytis
1067 Berney, Joe
926 Boland, Derek
1073 Boland, Nicky
1054 BONANNO, CARMELO
717 Boyhan, Owen
795 Boyle, David
719 Bradley, Shaun
101 Brady, Sarah
591 Brady, Shay
2217 Branch, Matthew
749 Brennan, Martin
94 brennan, rebecca
36 Brennan, Stephen
1127 Brillantes, Rex
2054 Browne, Austin
2142 Buckley, Brian
687 Burke, Michelle
864 Bush, Matt
79 Bushe, Graham K.
2172 Byrne, Brian
983 Byrne, Damien
535 Byrne, John
724 Byrne, Wayne
923 CAFFREY, DAVID
60 Cahill, Anthony
444 Campbell, Rory
163 Cannon, Liam
116 Carey, Peter
1119 Carr, David
944 Carr, Noel
38 Casey, Colin
715 Casserly, Mel
971 Chambers Curtin, Ray
1066 Chapman, Marie
605 Chapman, Tim
488 Charnecki, Tim
737 Christofi-Walshe, Alicia
625 Church, Richard
927 Cleaver, John
690 Coffey, George
1071 Collins, Diarmaid
878 Colmer, Graham
736 Connery, Eilis
760 Core, Declan
1007 Costello, Liam
86 Costello, Robert
751 Costelloe, Rich
911 Couchman, Toby
1089 coyle, peter
1111 Croke, Paul
1129 Cronin, Barry
1117 CROSSE, TOM
1049 Cuffe, Malcolm
1060 Curran, Tom
2118 Daly, John Paul
1156 Daly, Paul
659 Dawson, Neil
784 De Wilde, Erwin
713 Deegan, Lillian
421 Dolan, Jonathan
119 Domican, Thomas
127 Doran, Mark
187 Dowling, Jason
275 Downes, Fergal
836 Doyle, Mark
739 Doyle, Peter
553 Drennan, Barry
849 Duggan, Paul
1121 Duggan, Stephen
998 Dunne, Brian
312 Dunne, Christopher
1074 Dunphy, Sinead
1055 Dutton, Justin
861 Edele, Clelland
651 Ennis, Sallie
1107 Enright, Niall
1070 Espina, Rolando
721 Evans, Dave
75 Farrell, Noel
996 Feeney, Pamela-jane
118 Finn, Jon
381 Flynn, Angela
723 Foley, Alan
986 fran, caffrey
26 Frketic, Snjezana
1163 Gallagher, Daniel
987 Gallagher, Lorne
616 Garcia, Adolfo
848 GIbson, Jonathan
654 Girolami, Paolo
1101 Grew, Gareth
900 griffin, paul
52 Grogan, Brian
835 Guilfoyle, Noel
2030 Hallahan, John
33 Halloran, Colin
13 Hanlon, David
699 Harmon, David
731 Harmon, James
695 Harmon, Patrick
954 Harnett, Loren
145 Hartnett, Barry
725 Hayes, Andrew
194 Hayes, Siobhan
2006 Healy, Gary
748 Heffernan, Robbie
500 Heggie, James
1110 HENEGHAN, ALPHONSUS
1120 Hennessy, Adrian
1001 Herbert, Jonathan
1062 Hicks, David
1015 Higgins, Alastair
768 Higgins, Paul
1016 Hodge, Phil
239 Hodgett, Alistair
1072 Hogan, Denis
1140 Holland, Stephen
2034 Horvath, Mark
660 Hough, John
1077 HOUSE, Gary
656 Hynes, Gearoid
832 Hynes, Jarlath
734 Hynes, Maeve
521 Jennings, Emma
755 Jones, Arabin
1076 Jonina, Karina
830 Joyce, Paul
125 Jurgens, Maike
730 Kearns, Mark
650 Keeley, Clare
969 Kelly, Michael J
470 Keville, Paul
547 King, Mark
977 Kingston, Gerry
680 Kirkpatrick, Johnston
893 Klava, Dzintars
229 Kusch, Andreas
178 Lacey, Brian
960 leonard, paul
1010 Lewis, Ciaran
728 Long, Killian
571 Lynch, Liam
492 Lynch, Mike
773 Lynch, Shane
758 MacEnri, John
2124 Mackessy, Michael
623 Maguire, Dermot
98 Maher, Miriam
714 Mahon, Ivan
716 Mason, Sean
920 Mathers, Dale
771 Mc Eneaney, Sarah
906 McCallum, Tristan
205 McCann72, John
424 McCarthy, David
742 McCarthy, Michael
720 McCoy, Taryn
642 McEntee, Edward
540 McEvoy, Orla
88 McGrath, Donagh
1164 McHugh, Ollie
548 McInerney, Dominic
984 McLernon, Richard
970 McPeak, Nicki
965 Mejri, Nicolas
1002 Melligan, Fergus
917 Miggin, Sinead
931 Molloy, Jean
806 Moran, Mark
1046 Morrissey, Paul
718 Mullan, Martin
1104 Mulligan, Alan
640 Mulvey, Keith
722 Murdock, Kevin
667 Murphy, Paul
1000 Mynes, Ronan
97 Neville, Brendan
866 Nic Caba, Caitriona
1053 NIGI, Damiano
794 Noone, David
1122 O Brien, Gregory
974 O'Brien, David
733 O'Byrne, Jenny
320 O'Connor2, Jerry
887 O'Donnell, Ronan
735 O'Donoghue, Michael
837 O'Gorman, Mitchell
889 O'Hagan, Brendan
1146 O'Neill, John
198 O'Reilly73, Martin
91 O'Riordan, Deirdre
859 Peacock, Ron
862 Perry, Stephen
854 Phelan, Brian
966 Phelan, Colm
892 Phelan, Thomas
1139 pospisil, michal
525 Powell, Claire
729 Price, Elaine
115 Priestman, Rob
973 Quinn, Mark
140 Raymond, Cummins
1005 Reed, Billy
103 Reid, Caroline
686 Reynolds, Andrew
1147 Riordan, Dave
757 Riz, Silvano
1024 Roche, Mick
882 Rowe, patrick
873 Sadluck, Ivan
1051 Sbaragli, Moreno
894 Scriven, Sam
1145 Shealy, Alan
281 Skrba, Zoran
665 Smyth, Geoff
962 Snee, George
1026 Somers, Padraig
1003 Stevenson, Martin
804 Sutton, Jeremy
617 Swords, Warren
959 szomju, zsolt
743 Taylor, Ian
123 Tegart, Roger
869 Tierney, Jp
1136 Tierney, Paul
1063 Toal, Jackie
1165 TOLENTINO, JIVEE
1155 Toomey, David
100 Trafford, Andrew
1079 Tully, Gerard
624 Underwood, Alison
124 Van Barneveld, Andre
554 Wallace, Stephen
684 Walsh, Betty
1098 Walsh, Brian
780 Walsh, Conor
797 waskowski, mateusz
1153 WINTERS, EUGENE
66 Young, William
Renata RogicMar 24 2017, 8:00amhi, I am not on the list and I bought the entry on 14th March....
Dermot MurphyMar 24 2017, 8:07amRenata - you are on the list for the 25k Trail - the list above is for the Ultra only.
Can you please confirm if you wanted to enter the Trail (25k) or the Ultra (50k)?
Renata RogicMar 24 2017, 8:11am25k. thank you.
Olivier PrivatMar 24 2017, 9:27amDermot, I register for the ultra on the 9th of February (Payment ID 887) but I am not on your registration list. My IMRA bib number for the year is 890.
Could you please advice as I was planning to run tomorrow morning...
Olivier PrivatMar 24 2017, 9:36amDermot, my payment ID is actually 8807.
Cheers
Dermot MurphyMar 24 2017, 9:37amHi Olivier, I can see that you registered for the year - race number 890 - but are you sure you also registered for the race? What is on the mail? You should have paid €10 annual membership and €20 race fee.
I cannot see your name or race number on the entry list.
Olivier PrivatMar 24 2017, 10:12amDermot,
On the same day and on the same payment I did pay my year membership (€10) and the entry fee for the ultra (€20).
I can send you you a screen shot of my purchase history if you wish.
You should have access to "MyIMRA" details and find my email address. In return I will send you that screenshot.
Regards
Dermot MurphyMar 24 2017, 10:21amHas anyone on the committee seen Olivier's note? Who does he need to contact in order to check his entry?
Olivier, send the details to Karen Devenney - email on contacts page and ask her to check.
Olivier PrivatMar 24 2017, 10:45amDermot, just sent an email to Karen. Hoping the issue can be resolved in order to be running tomorrow morning.
Damien ByrneMar 24 2017, 12:41pmHi due to a family incident, I now can not attend tomorrow, I know you can not do a transfer,but hopefully it may open up a place for you Oliver.
Sinéad DunphyMar 24 2017, 2:18pmHi there, Ive just realized that I am listed as an ULTRA entry but I intended to register for the 25KM. Is there any possibility to change this? Thanks Sinead
Sinéad DunphyMar 24 2017, 2:18pmHi there, Ive just realized that I am listed as an ULTRA entry but I intended to register for the 25KM. Is there any possibility to change this? Thanks Sinead
Sinéad DunphyMar 24 2017, 2:20pmHi there, Ive just realized that I am listed as an ULTRA entry but I intended to register for the 25KM. Is there any possibility to change this? Thanks Sinead
Dermot MurphyMar 24 2017, 3:05pmHi Sinead - we will switch you across in the morning. Just let them know you were registered for the Ultra when you sign in.
Dermot MurphyMar 24 2017, 3:06pmPlease note - the GAA club will have an underage match until 2pm. Please do not bring down any cars (supporters) until 2:15pm - please park at Glencullen and walk down (5 minute walk). There should be adequate parking after 2:15pm.
Olivier PrivatMar 24 2017, 3:21pmDermot, any chance of me participating if I turn-up tomorrow morning? I will provide a printed copy of my payement receipt.
I haven't got any reply from Karen yet, clock is ticking and getting close to start time...
Dermot MurphyMar 24 2017, 3:30pmHi Olivier - still waiting on Pol or Karen to get back to me - cant advise either way until then.
Sinéad DunphyMar 24 2017, 4:03pmThanks Dermot
Pól Ó MurchúMar 24 2017, 4:42pmHi Olivier, That's fine. I have been on to Dermot. Seems to have been a bit of a glitch with you reg but I can see it seems to have gone through.
Pól Ó MurchúMar 24 2017, 4:42pmHi Olivier, That's fine. I have been on to Dermot. Seems to have been a bit of a glitch with you reg but I can see it seems to have gone through.
Dermot MurphyMar 24 2017, 5:11pmThanks for the confirmation Pol. Olivier - you are all set, just need to sign up and collect your number!
James HeggieMar 24 2017, 6:29pmHi sorry i am unable to attend tomorrow now I'm afraid.
I'm registered for the Ultra.
Baterdene LkhamMar 25 2017, 12:12amThe Weather is looking good. Best of luck to Everyone especially Duncan Barret and Stephen Brennan !
Mick HanneyMar 25 2017, 12:34pm210 runners signed in
Caitriona Nic CabaMar 25 2017, 7:24pmHi all, I'm the girl who sliced a hole in my knee today on Djouce.just wanted to say a big thanks to all the runners who stopped to help, ye were awesome. I'm ok, home from A&E, 9 stitches but should heal well. Big shout out especially to Lar and Lorcan and all the guys and girls who helped me get down safely, thanks so much!
Really enjoyed the first half of the race! Hope ye all had fun n the return journey and all got back safe, thanks, Cait xxx
Snjezana FrketicMar 25 2017, 8:15pmGet well fast, Cait!
Lillian DeeganMar 25 2017, 9:04pmThanks for the update Caitriona. At base, we received info. of the incident and were unsure of who it was that had to head for A&E. Glad to hear you got sorted medically. Swift recovery wishes with the war wound.
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Dermot MurphyMar 26 2017, 8:53amI hope you all enjoyed the race yesterday - the beautiful weather helped, but maybe a bit too hot for some!

Many thanks to the Mullins family for commissioning the perpetual trophies for the Ultra male and female winners, its great to introduce these beautiful trophies for the annual winners.

Many thanks to all the volunteers who helped our during day - without whom the race could not go ahead. Thanks to the following - Jarlath and Graham for Parking at Johnnie Foxes, John and Peter for parking at Leopardstown, Ultra Registration - Lillian (also first aider throughout the day), Lisa, Richard and James Cahill, Trail registration - Declan, Eoin, and Cathy (drafted in on the day), Mick for organising the buses and the bag drops from Leopardstown to the GAA club. Lindie, Hilary, John (and others) at the half way point at Ballinastoe, Mary O'Colmain for the Crone wood water station and Jim Fitzharris at Curtlestown water station. Thanks to Henny for marking the section down to Ballinastoe and marshal at this section as well. Thanks to all those who helped out at the finish - Leo, Anne-Marie, Jarlath, Rachel and Daniela (and any others who also helped out at various stage). Also thanks to Peter, who chipped in at various stage between child minding duties and supporting!

We did have a problem with our emergency phone on the day which caused issues for a few runners who needed help to get off the course. The phone was directed to me on Friday lunchtime and tested and was working at that point. However, we have since found out that an IT issue on Friday afternoon meant that the phone was redirected back to a helpline that had nothing to do with our race. We only found out about the problem when a runner came back to the finish to tell us that the emergency phone was not working and he had to make his own way back to the finish. The main issue the phone caused was that we could not help any stranded runners back to base - we apologies for that as it is not what you expect from on IMRA race. Thanks to those who made their way back to the finish to inform us of their difficulties and sorry for the inconvenience which it caused.

Results now complied and sent on for upload to the site - should be up in the next day or two.
Jackie ToalMar 26 2017, 10:58amMany thanks Dermot to you Richard, Lillian & all the marshals & volunteers fir all the support & organisation yesterday, including organising the weather. A super event. It was such a pleasure & privilege to meet Maurice Mullan's family also. Look forward to it next year.
Lindie NaughtonMar 26 2017, 12:22pmHave put a few pics up from Ballinastoe at www.lindie.zenfolio.com. Just in case anyone is interested - they were taken mostly as back-up to the electroni check-in.
Stephen Mc CabeMar 26 2017, 4:48pmThanks for a great race, very well organised and marshalled. The only downside was finding my car had been broken into in Leopardstown. Luckily nothing was taken, just the nuisance of a smashed window. There was a security man there but he said he was only there to close the gates after we had all gone. Was the racecourse supposed to have laid on security and , if not, I think this is something to consider in the future.
Dermot MurphyMar 26 2017, 5:09pmSorry to hear that Stephen. The security man was right, security was not covered by the racecourse, but we will certainly add it next year.
Lillian DeeganMar 27 2017, 11:15am.
Lost & Found - A few t-shirts, base layer t's, x2 vango sleeping bag covers, one plastic lunchbox and a number of swag bags have been put aside from the finish line of Saturday's run-out. If you have mislaid any of the above, pls get in touch on 086 820 9861. A photo of the items will be posted on the IMRA Facebook page.
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Maeve HegartyMar 27 2017, 1:08pmMany thanks for your kind words. I was really happy at the positive reaction to the newly commissioned trophies for the Ultra. My family all really enjoyed the event and it is a comfort for us to know Dad's memory and connection with the mountains lives on through this wonderful IMRA event. I really enjoyed the Trail run and look forward to next year's event. Some day I'll tackle that Ultra......
Mike LynchMar 28 2017, 4:46amDermot,

Kathy and I finished so slowly that they had run out of finishers mugs by 4pm. The nice lady took our name so they could mail us mugs. However, we live in the US and that could be pricey for IMRA. How can I send you 20 Euro to cover the shipping? I could easily register for a race and you could use those funds.

Thanks again for a great race and weather! Since we live in Las Vegas we are probably the only runners that were chilly at times.

Also, the field is much larger than previous years but all the runners shared the course, especially the boards. Well done to all.

Mike and Kathy
Dermot MurphyMar 28 2017, 8:54amHi Mike - and anyone else who did not get a mug - I have sent the list of those who did not get a mug on Saturday on to the IT guys in order to get contact details (emails, if possible). When this list is complied, we will be in contact to see the best way to get the mug out to you.
Dermot MurphyMar 28 2017, 9:55amIf anyone would like to add a race report, please feel free to do so. It is always good to read these reports and have a record of them for future years!
Graham K. BusheMar 28 2017, 10:27amHi Mike, this may be too late (ie you may already have left the country) but if it helps, I would be willing to let you have my MM mug... and get one from the next batch :)
Only one, I know, but someone else might offer?
Gordon PlaceMar 28 2017, 10:34amMike, Graham,

I could do the same to make up the second mug, I am based in city centre,if it suits.

Gordon
Gordon PlaceMar 28 2017, 4:38pmActually I only did the Trail so probably different to the Ultra Mug. Maybe I should have got a cup
Pól Ó MurchúMar 29 2017, 10:08pmAs advised above by Dermot Unfortunately We had a problem with our emergency phone on Saturday which caused issues for a few runners. IMRA use a third party service to divert our emergency number for each race to the Race Director on the day. The phone was diverted to Dermot on Friday lunchtime and tested and was working at that point. However, we have since found out that an IT issue on Friday afternoon meant that the phone was redirected back to a helpline that had nothing to do with our race. I expect they were equally confused to be getting a number of calls from runners.

We only found out about the problem when a runner came back to the finish to tell us that the emergency phone was not working and he had to make his own way back to the finish. Unfortunately this was quite late on in the Day.

The committee discussed the matter at our recent meeting and I have spoken to the company involved and we are looking at ways to ensure that this doesn't happen again.

This is the first time that this has happened and we apologise for that. For anyone unfortunately affected I can assure you that this is not what you expect from on IMRA race. Thanks to those who made their way back to the finish to inform us of their difficulties and sorry for the inconvenience which it caused.

IMRA Committee
William YoungApr 18 2017, 5:14pmAny update on the mugs? I didn't get one but my name was taken.
Pól Ó MurchúApr 18 2017, 5:47pmHi William, these are due to land with us this week. We will be in touch with everyone who missed out to see whether they are able to collect at a race or if they would like them posted.
Pól Ó MurchúApr 25 2017, 2:03amI have received the Mugs. I will have them at the next few races for anyone who needs to collect one and we can hopefully make alternative plans for anyone who is unable to collect.

I will be at Howth on Wednesday with them.
John CleaverApr 25 2017, 8:13amHi Pol I am running in howth can I please collect my mug on the night also do I bring the number I got at the Maurice Mullins or do I collect a different number on the night
John Cleaver
Pól Ó MurchúApr 25 2017, 10:56amHi John yes you keep same number for the year
Colin HalloranApr 28 2017, 10:10amHi,
I am doing Ballyhaura Marathon tomorrow,will there be a chance to get the Maurice Mullins mug there?
Matthew BranchApr 28 2017, 12:50pmMe and a few others from Munster are also waiting for mugs. Any chance we can get these sent down to Ballyhoura tomorrow please?
At least three that i know of....
Declan CoreMay 5 2017, 7:14pmI see the mugs for the Maurice mullins ultra are now available. Can I get it posted or do I need to collect?
Mike LynchMay 7 2017, 12:22amDear Pol,

Can you post 2 Maurice Mullins mugs to myself (I did the Ultra and my partner Kathy Jackson did the Trail).

We live in the US and I'm happy to pay for the postage.

Thanks in advance for the extra work.

Mike Lynch
Pól Ó MurchúMay 24 2017, 1:23amMugs Mugs Mugs...last of the Mugs!

I will be at the race tomorrow with MUGS! Anyone looking to collect some please make yourself known to me.
Ciaran LewisMay 24 2017, 7:55amPol,
would it be possible to send a mug to me by post in Dublin? I don't get out to many races (which might explain why it took me over 7 hours to finish).

Ciaran
Ciaran@3arransquare.com
Fergal DownesMay 24 2017, 9:58pmHi
I will be at Tick Nock Tick Tock this weekend and volunteering at Trooperstown. Would I be able to collect my mug at either of those events? Thanks
Matthew BranchMay 25 2017, 2:07pmPlease send 4 mugs to Cork (Colin Halloran, Matthew Branch and Kas Bereznocenko). Thanks. Or you can send them to the Carrauntoohil Race on the 3rd June - we will all be there...
Pól Ó MurchúMay 28 2017, 11:35pmMatthew, 4 mugs in the post to the below names, Just put the address as Cork...I assume you're known down there :-)
Pól Ó MurchúMay 28 2017, 11:37pm@ Fergal I was at TickNock today but you were gone. I will have at Trooperstown Wednesday also for anyone looking to collect and will send a batch down with Vivian or one of the guys heading to Carrantoohil.
Fergal DownesMay 29 2017, 9:32amThanks Police. Much appreciated. I'll see you at Trooperstown
Fergal DownesMay 29 2017, 9:34amSorry Pol the autocomplete messed with your name in previous message
Matthew BranchMay 29 2017, 4:29pmThanks Pol -good to hear news re mugs finally. There will be 4 of us from Munster looking for mugs at the Carauntoohil race then. Will touch base with Vivian on the day...