Wildstride · Runner info pack
Eryri Crucible
Sun · 21 Feb 2027 · Llanberis · lakeside basecamp
The races
| Race | Start | Distance | Climb | Highest point | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25K | Sun 09:00 | 25.6km (15.9 miles) | 1,150m (3,773ft) | 726m (2,382ft) | 3 of 5 |
| 50K | Sun 06:30 · summit by midday | 50.9km (31.6 miles) | 2,700m (8,858ft) | 1,085m (3,560ft) | 4 of 5 |
| 80K | Sun 04:00 · cut-offs apply | 81.3km (50.5 miles) | 3,600m (11,811ft) | 1,085m (3,560ft) | 5 of 5 |
25K
Sun 09:00 · 25.6km (15.9 miles) · 1,150m (3,773ft) climb
Underfoot. Slate quarry inclines, then Moel Eilio and its three grassy tops. Steep, runnable and very exposed to a westerly.
The route. The quarry levels all look alike. Follow the flags through them and the GPX after.
Mandatory kit · checked at start
- Waterproof jacket Taped seams, hood.
- Hat and gloves
- Whistle + survival blanket
- Phone, fully charged Basecamp number saved.
- Collapsible cup Aid stations are cupless. No cup, no soup.
50K
Sun 06:30 · summit by midday · 50.9km (31.6 miles) · 2,700m (8,858ft) climb
Underfoot. Over Moel Eilio to Yr Wyddfa by the Ranger Path, down the Llanberis Path. Snow above 800m (2,625ft) most Februaries.
The route. A cut-off sits at the foot of the Ranger Path, 22km (13.7 miles) in. Miss it and you take the valley route home.
Mandatory kit · checked at start
- Waterproof jacket + trousers Both taped.
- Hat, gloves + spare warm layer
- Head torch + spare batteries
- Whistle + survival blanket Foil blanket or bivvy bag.
- Map + compass The GPX is not enough in cloud.
- Phone, fully charged
- 500 kcal emergency food
- Collapsible cup Aid stations are cupless. No cup, no soup.
80K
Sun 04:00 · cut-offs apply · 81.3km (50.5 miles) · 3,600m (11,811ft) climb
Underfoot. The 50K plus the Glyderau: boulder fields, a scramble and a second night for most. For people who have done this sort of thing before.
The route. The boulder field on Glyder Fach has no line. Pick your way, keep the cairns in sight, and do not hurry it.
Mandatory kit · checked at start
- Waterproof jacket + trousers Both taped.
- Hat, gloves + spare warm layer
- Head torch + spare batteries
- Whistle + survival blanket Foil blanket or bivvy bag.
- Map + compass The GPX is not enough in cloud.
- Phone, fully charged
- 500 kcal emergency food
- Collapsible cup Aid stations are cupless. No cup, no soup.