Entry Fees. The 2020 race takes place on Saturday 25 th April and is a point-to-point trail ultramarathon along the southern 53 miles (85km) of Scotland’s iconic West Highland Way trail through the Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park from Milngavie to Tyndrum. 8 years ago. A 53 mile Trail Race through the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park along the West Highland Way. Curves Beith Scotland 2 Kings Road, Beith . The West Highland Way is Scotlands first long distance route, and remains it's most popular. During the 53 miles runners will climb a total of 7500 feet/2300m and descend 6900 feet/2100 m. 12.6 miles Drymen 19.8 miles Balmaha 27.2 miles Rowardennan 34.4 miles Inversnaid 40.9 miles Beinglas47.5 miles Bogle Glen, 53 mile Ultra Trail Marathon through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, Scotland, UK. Beith Saracen Rangers Supporters Club Beith KA15 1AD . For the race, the organisers will put up additional arrows in potential ‘problem spots’ to assist runners with navigation. The trail sections vary greatly in nature, going from smooth hard-packed man-made paths, to undulating runnable sections, to technical rock and tree root dominated terrain where you will need to use your hands as often as your feet. 2021 EVENT CANCELLED. It goes through Drymen and over Conic Hill to Balmaha, then … by Linda Sinclair | May 3, 2017 | Race Reports. I’m still in a state of shock that I completed the 53 miles of the Highland Fling race because I nearly didn’t make it to the start line. A 53 mile Trail Race through the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park along the West Highland Way. For a few years there was a staggered start with women and over 50’s men starting at 6am and the rest of the field at 7am. The race route follows the first 53 miles of the West Highland Way footpath from Milngavie to Tyndrum, along Loch Lomond and through The … Highland Fling Race… As this follows along the West Highland Way, you’re almost entirely off road, so you’re sure to see some varied terrain and … A shorter 53-mile Highland Fling race was launched for ultra-marathon fans in 2006, from Milngavie to Tyndrum. OS maps for the whole GB online (this is a separate agreement to your mobile maps). The trail sections vary greatly in nature, going from smooth hard-packed man-made paths, to undulating runnable sections, to technical rock and tree root dominated terrain where you will need to use your hands as often as your feet. As we all know though, these are anything but normal times. The first views after Carbeth were breathtaking. Highland Fling Race: Announcement (10/9/2020) First of all, we would like to thank everyone again for their support and understanding back in early March when we decided to cancel the 2020 event. The Highland Fling. The Highland Fling 2012 race pace/splits calculator This is a pace and splits calculator for the 53 mile Highland Fling ultramarathon, run every year on the first half of the West Highland Way in Scotland, from the outskirts of Glasgow (Milngavie) past Loch Lomond to Tyndrum. Entry Fee: £50.00 : Contact. Then its off to the highlands through the grand Grampian Mountains to Culloden, where Scottish clans met (61208) National Ultra Trail Championships. We have considered the situation carefully over the last few months, and as of now there are still many uncertainties about what the situation will be next spring. Slight differences in the route and format have been tried over the years but, after the 2019 race, a total of 1,429 people (affectionately known as ‘The Family’) have successfully completed the full race at least once. Route Details; Results; About the Fling Team; Become Involved; FAQ; Shop; 2019 Race Report ; Videos; Photos; News; Contact; 53 mile Ultra Trail Marathon through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, Scotland, UK. Entries so Far. There are 4 checkpoints along the race route where you can leave drop bags with extra food for your race. Ten hardy (or just plain crazy) harriers gathered on the start line of the 13 th Highland Fling Race, a 53 mile ultra along the first half of the West Highland Way, from Milngavie to Tyndrum. The 2020 race takes place on Saturday 25 th April and is a point-to-point trail ultramarathon along the southern 53 miles (85km) of Scotland’s iconic West Highland Way trail through the Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park from Milngavie to Tyndrum.. Friday 2nd to Sunday 4th February 2018 . Highland Fling was a leading performer in the years 1947 and 1948. Find out more about Highland Fling on 25th Apr 2020 including route, elevation, and reviews by other runners ... Race Noticeboard Report cancellations, route changes, lift shares, meetups etc here to notify others on the entrant list. The route follows the West Highland Way, Scotland’s oldest official long distance footpath, through the Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. Book a place for upcoming events, read reviews and ratings of past events. Runners from all over the world vie for a coveted spot in this ballot-allocated race that is limited to 1000 lucky entrants. Notice: Coronavirus and SiEntries ... February's route is to run out-and-back from Beinglas checkpoint south along the Fling route (the technical lochside section). Highland Fling was a New Zealand bred Standardbred racehorse. Since then it has grown and grown, and this year, its 15th anniversary, there will be approximately 800 runners taking part. I’ve been involved with the Highland Fling Race for the past 3 years, but this was the first time I’d actually be running it. It offered a scenic and challenging route through forests and farmland in the Southern Highlands of NSW, hammering singletrack, forest tracks, dirt road and less than 2km of blacktop. The West Highland Way winds through the scenic countryside of Scotland. You could see the route laid out in front of us crystal clear, Conic hill in the distance and the summit of Ben Lomond beyond. Entries Open. He is notable in that he won two New Zealand Trotting Cup races, the richest harness race, and sometimes the richest horse race in New Zealand. Course Records. The route is signposted by WHW marker posts. For the race, the organisers will put up additional arrows in potential ‘problem spots’ to assist runners with navigation. 3 talking about this. He won the 1948 New Zealand Trotting Cup with a handicap of 60 yards. It is well signposted. The Highland Fling has catered for those who want to share their race experiences with others – if not in a paired setting, but in a relay format. Welcolme to the 14th Highland Fling Race. Rob Sinclair (2017) 6:41:13. The Fling started in 2006 as a low key training run for the West Highland Way race, with fewer than 20 runners taking part. Entering the 2014 Fling was a no-brainer, I loved the race back in 2012, I had unfinished business from 2013, and it would make a prefect build up race for my A race of the year - the 95 mile West Highland Way Race (WHWR) in June. The Highland Fling will test all who take on the challenge.” In a few days I will be heading south from my tropical Peregian Beach Studio to a not-so-tropical Bundanoon (forecast in the vicinity of 7-8C overnight reaching a perfect racing temperature of 19C for Sunday, race day) for my inaugural Highland Fling. The West Highland Way stretches 96 miles (154 Km) from Milngavie to Fort William, taking in a huge variety of scenery along the way, from countryside parks to loch-shores and open moorlands to steep mountains. Beth Pascall (2016) 7:52:55. Saturday 28 April, 2018. The route is signposted by WHW marker posts. The Highland Fling start was no different but I think I was equally surprised to find Andy Johns there. The route then runs along the edge of the Loch for another 7 miles or so – this was an amazing section, the scenery was breath-taking. 2021 EVENT CANCELLED. Nearby gyms & sports facilities. Results . The route follows the West Highland Way, Scotland’s oldest official long distance footpath. A 53 mile Trail Race through the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park along the West Highland Way. 3 Personen sprechen darüber. The race route follows the first 53 miles of the West Highland Way footpath from Milngavie to Tyndrum. Info: New entries for this event closed on Wednesday 22nd November 2017. Highland Fling route Pre-Race Logistics The race is a point-to-point, so it requires a few extra transportation logistics, and the race director does a great job of providing options/suggestions. L'info trafic Highland Fling avec ViaMichelin : bouchons Highland Fling, accidents Highland Fling, travaux et ralentissements Highland Fling This is not the same as the route used by the Highland Fling race, which follows the ‘high’ path. The Highland Fling is a difficult race to understand pacing wise as it is a fast start and gradually various obstacles such as Conic Hill, the rough section after Inversnaid or the Crianlarich roller coaster appear. The birth of the Highland Fling. The Fling was a mountain bike marathon for all. STAY SAFE EVERYONE. Curves Beith 2 Kings Road, Beith . I felt strong and ready to test my strength and endurance in trying for a sub-20 hour West Highland Way, but I'd always maintained a healthy respect for the 96 mile route after my first attempt at it in 2012. 17 Participants. Route Details; Results; About the Fling Team; Become Involved; FAQ; Shop; 2019 Race Report; Videos; Photos; News; Contact; 53 mile Ultra Trail Marathon through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, Scotland, UK. Shop. News. On Saturday 29th April at 5am, approximately 700 runners gathered at Milngavie railway station to the North of Glasgow ready to start the 2017 Highland Fling Ultramarathon. MMDC 1 wee Close, Beith . The race route follows the first 53 miles of the West Highland Way footpath from Milngavie to Tyndrum. A 53 mile Trail Race through the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park along the West Highland Way. West Highland Way Race. The Highland Fling Race then followed in 2006 and the West Highland Way Challenge Race … The Final Fling was Flung on Sunday 12th November 2017. Routes; Join; Select Page. The 2019 race takes place on Saturday 27 th April and is a point-to-point trail ultramarathon along the southern 53 miles (85km) of Scotland’s iconic West Highland Way trail through the Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park from Milngavie to Tyndrum. The Highland Fling Race is a grueling 53 mile timed race along Scotland’s premier long distance route, the West Highland Way. Highland Fling Race: Training Camp 2. The West Highland Way Challenge Race is a younger, alternative race which also covers the full route. Route Details; Results; About the Fling Team ; Become Involved; FAQ; Shop; 2019 Race Report; Videos; Photos; News; Contact; 53 mile Ultra Trail Marathon through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, Scotland, UK. 2019 Results. Highland Fling Race: Training Camp 2. The route is signposted by WHW marker posts. A 53 mile Trail Race through the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park along the West Highland Way. The race route follows the first 53 miles of the West Highland Way footpath from Milngavie to Tyndrum. 53 miles of the West Highland Way to Tyndrum. Status Subject Created By Replies Views Last Post : new: Some race photos: Tim: 14: 975: by Tim May 4, 2009 10:24:41 GMT Pricing - This 10-day escorted tour of Scotlands highlands starts with two nights and sightseeing in Edinburgh before crossing Forth Road Bridge to St. Andrewsthe home of golf. 3 en parlent. Course à pied 85 kilomètres 2 300 mètres 3 Points ITRA Trail UTMB Solo Course caritative 5 Ravitaillements Au plus, 1000 participants peuvent prendre part à la course. Email. Friday 24th to Sunday 26th November 2017 . 01505 503216. Event Organiser - John Duncan. 1 Comment. STAY SAFE EVERYONE. Info: New entries for this event closed on Wednesday 31st January 2018. Highland Fling Race: 2020 Announcement (11/3/2020) Due to the current situation with COVID19, otherwise known as the coronavirus, we have taken the decision to cancel this year’s Highland Fling, due to take place on the 25th April 2020, and also the Highland Fling training camp due to take place on the weekend of the 27th-29th March 2020. Official Race Website All Runkeeper users participating: Now in its 8th year the Hoka Highland Fling Ultra, is a trail race over the southern 53 miles of the famous West Highland Way Path., starting in Milngavie (close to Glasgow) and finishing in the scenic village of Tyndrum. Friday 2nd to Sunday 4th February 2018 . A mile or so after Rowardennan, the race route will deviate slightly from the official WHW low path and will 'take the high road'. Welcome to the 15th Highland Fling Race. Highland Fling 2018 Race Reflections. So watching your GPS watch pace will always leave you wondering what is going on. Highland Fling Race . Pro Features (in addition) Unlimited 1:50k & 1:25k OS Maps on this website. On Saturday 28th of April, a strong field of 1000 ultra-runners will take the start of the 53 miles race in Milngavie. Highland Fling Race 2013 – Race Report. The Highland Fling is one of the oldest marathon races in Australia, having run since 2005 in the Southern Highlands. For the race, the organisers will put up additional arrows in potential ‘problem spots’ to assist runners with navigation. Entry Fees. The Highland Fling is a 53 mile trail race which takes place every year in April. During the 53 miles runners will climb a total of 7500 feet/2300m and descend 6900 feet/2100 m. 12.6 miles Drymen 19.8 miles Balmaha 27.2 miles Rowardennan 34.4 miles Inversnaid 40.9 miles Beinglas47.5 miles Bogle Glen, 53 mile Ultra Trail Marathon through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, Scotland, UK. April 30, 2018 May 1, 2018. This would be my 8 th Highland Fling but my first since 2013. Thursday 7th December 2017. Beith Golf Club, Ayrshire Threepwood Rd, Beith . HIGHLAND FLING RACE ANNOUNCEMENT (10/9/2020) First of all, we would like to thank everyone again for their support and understanding back in early March when we decided to cancel the 2020 event. That’s because it offers a well-marked trail and a fast running surface. Stuart Gray SES Beith KA15 1EL . All … This will be clearly signposted and a marshal will be at the junction. Is limited to 1000 lucky entrants, these are anything but normal times Final was! 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