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MTC BALOR – 47 MILES
DAY 11 OF MOUNT TO COAST MIZMAL® 2027
Monday 17th May 2027 | 47 Miles
👁️ BEWARE THE EVIL EYE – BALOR IS WATCHING!
Some legends are frightening.
Others are downright terrifying.
And then there’s Balor, the fearsome giant of Irish mythology whose deadly eye could bring destruction to anyone unfortunate enough to face its gaze!
Welcome to the Mount to Coast Balor, Day 11 of our extraordinary 14-day MizMal® adventure across Ireland.
On Monday 17th May 2027, competitors will tackle another formidable 47-mile ultramarathon, continuing their remarkable journey north towards the ultimate finish line at Malin Head.
And with ten consecutive days of ultra running already behind our full MizMal® competitors, this is certainly no time to blink!
⚔️ 47 MILES – FACE THE GIANT!
According to Irish mythology, Balor was a powerful king of the Fomorians, a race of supernatural beings associated with ancient Ireland.
His most terrifying feature was his enormous, destructive eye.
When opened, it was said to unleash devastation upon those standing before him.
Fortunately, our runners won’t have to face Balor himself.
But they will have to face 47 miles of Irish countryside, tired legs, accumulated fatigue and the relentless demands of another ultramarathon.
For standalone competitors, the MTC Balor offers an opportunity to experience a challenging single-day ultra inspired by one of Ireland’s most extraordinary legends.
For those undertaking the complete MizMal® adventure, this is their eleventh consecutive day of ultra running.
🏃 TEN DAYS DOWN. FOUR DAYS TO GO!
By the morning of Day 11, our full MizMal® competitors will already have completed ten demanding ultramarathons.
The excitement of the opening days may seem a distant memory.
The legs will be tired.
The body will be demanding rest.
But the finish line at Malin Head is drawing ever closer.
Successfully completing the Balor will mean eleven consecutive ultramarathons conquered, with just three more days remaining.
An extraordinary achievement by any measure!
🏅 ANOTHER LEGEND. ANOTHER MEDAL.
Every successful MTC Balor finisher will earn a bespoke medal inspired by this fearsome character from Irish mythology.
For full MizMal® competitors, it will become the eleventh medal in their remarkable collection of fourteen individually themed daily awards.
Complete the entire journey from Mizen Head to Malin Head and there’s also the exclusive overall MizMal® finisher’s medal waiting at the end.
FOURTEEN DAYS. FOURTEEN LEGENDS. FIFTEEN MEDALS.
👁️ DON’T BLINK. DON’T STOP. DON’T SURRENDER!
Balor may have possessed the most terrifying eye in Irish mythology, but our competitors have something equally formidable.
Determination.
Resilience.
And the courage to keep moving when every muscle is begging them to stop.
Whether you’re joining us for one unforgettable day or tackling the complete fourteen-day challenge, the Mount to Coast Balor promises another extraordinary chapter in the MizMal® adventure.
47 MILES. ONE FEARSOME GIANT. ONE UNFORGETTABLE IRISH ULTRA.
👁️ FACE THE GIANT. DEFY THE EVIL EYE. CONQUER THE BALOR!
MTC Balor
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Mon, May 17, 2027
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Tobercurry, Ireland
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Location
Teeling St, Tobercurry, Co. Sligo, Ireland
Start times
MTC Balor: 8:00 AM
Event summary
Here are the distances available for MTC BALOR
MTC Balor
47 mi
£90
MTC Balor
47 mi
£90
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RACE OVERVIEW – MTC BALOR
⚔️ 47 MILES. ONE FEARSOME GIANT. ANOTHER LEGENDARY CHALLENGE!
Monday 17th May 2027 | Day 11 of Mount to Coast MizMal®
Welcome to the Mount to Coast Balor, a challenging 47-mile ultramarathon inspired by one of the most terrifying figures in Irish mythology.
Balor of the Evil Eye was a mighty king of the Fomorians, a legendary giant whose devastating gaze could bring destruction to anyone unfortunate enough to face it.
But on Day 11 of MizMal®, our competitors have a rather different challenge.
47 miles of Irish countryside, tired legs and another finish line waiting to be conquered!
🏃 THE CHALLENGE
Starting at Murphy's Hotel in Tobercurry, Co. Sligo, competitors will make their way north towards Rolling Wave Guesthouse in Bundoran, Co. Donegal.
This approximately 47-mile journey continues our extraordinary adventure through western Ireland, bringing runners towards the spectacular Atlantic coastline of County Donegal.
For competitors undertaking the complete fourteen-day MizMal® challenge, this is their eleventh consecutive ultramarathon.
Ten demanding days are already behind them.
Hundreds of miles have been conquered.
And the accumulated fatigue will make every remaining mile count.
For standalone competitors, the MTC Balor presents a formidable single-day challenge and an opportunity to experience the support, camaraderie and atmosphere of MizMal®.
💚 WHAT TO EXPECT
Approximately 47 miles of challenging Irish ultramarathon running.
A journey from Tobercurry to Bundoran, continuing north towards Malin Head.
Supported checkpoints providing food, refreshments and encouragement.
GPX navigation information supplied before race day.
GPS tracking to assist with competitor safety and event monitoring.
A bespoke MTC Balor finisher's medal for successful finishers.
A friendly, supportive atmosphere shared with fellow ultrarunners.
⏱️ MINIMUM PACE REQUIREMENT
All competitors must maintain a minimum overall average speed of 4 mph, including time spent at checkpoints.
This requirement helps ensure the safe and efficient operation of the event.
Detailed checkpoint and finish cut-off times will be published in the dedicated Cut-Off Times section once the final route distances have been confirmed.
🏅 ELEVEN DAYS DOWN. THREE TO GO!
For our full MizMal® competitors, successfully completing the Balor represents another remarkable milestone.
ELEVEN CONSECUTIVE ULTRAMARATHONS COMPLETED!
Only three more days stand between them and the ultimate finish line at Malin Head.
For standalone competitors, conquering the Balor means completing a demanding Irish ultramarathon and earning a very special medal inspired by an ancient legend.
👁️ KEEP YOUR EYES ON THE PRIZE!
The legendary Balor possessed an eye capable of bringing destruction to his enemies.
But our competitors need only focus their eyes on one thing.
THE FINISH LINE!
Whether you're tackling a single day or the complete MizMal® adventure, this is another opportunity to demonstrate courage, resilience and determination.
From Tobercurry to Bundoran, every mile is another step towards an extraordinary achievement.
47 MILES. TOBERCURRY TO BUNDORAN. DAY 11 OF MIZMAL®.
⚔️ FACE THE GIANT. DEFY THE EVIL EYE. CONQUER THE BALOR!
What's included
- Finisher's Medal
- Awards
- Food and Drink Stations
- Race Photography
How to get there
Teeling St, Tobercurry, Co. Sligo, Ireland
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This race is a point-to-point route, meaning it is the competitors responsibility to make their own travel arrangements to and from the event.
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MTC BALOR:
Registration and Race Start:
The race is point to point and it is the competitors responsibility to make their own travel arrangements in getting to the start and leaving at the finish.
Entry Fees:
MTC Balor – £90.00
MTC Balor Plus Race Package - £155.00 (this includes an embroidered MTC Balor race shirt and lightweight hi-viz race jacket). In order to guarantee clothing supply, this entry option needs to be completed at least four weeks before the event.
All deposits and payments are on a non refundable basis.
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