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“Run 8K along the bay in beautiful Roundstone… then relax and enjoy the music & craic as the sun goes down!”



  



8K Road Race in the stunning surrounds of Roundstone in the heart of Connemara. There is a €20 online entry fee. We are also asking all participants to help us support our local RNLI Lifeboats service as best they can.



The race takes in some of the most breathtaking scenery on the west coast of Ireland, and follows a figure of 8 loop beginning and ending in Roundstone Village.



The course has been officially measured, Athletics Ireland Permit applied for and chip timing will be provided to all participants. Refreshments will also be made available on the day.



Start Time for the race is 2.30pm sharp on Saturday 21st May, 2011



Registration is €20 and this can be done online via Runireland or our own website.



  



Roundstone Bay 8K is also proud to support our local RNLI Lifeboat service and we would hugely appreciate it if runners could endeavour to do some small bit of fundraising for this very worthwhile cause if at all possible. Barring that, please donate as little €5 on the day when picking up your race pack, but feel free to be as generous as you like!



 



Prizes will be awarded in the following categories:



- 1st, 2nd and 3rd Male Overall



- 1st, 2nd and 3rd Female Overall



- 1st  Male Over 40, Over 50 and Over 60



- 1st  Female Over 40, Over 50 and Over 60



- Top GAA team (First 4 runners times from each club will score)



 



In addition, this years race theme is “Retro Running” and there will be a prize for the best outfit that participates in the race. Think headbands, big hair, tight tops, ‘tashes(for the men only of course!), and bright bright colours. Let your imagination run loose.



Not just content with putting on solely an 8K Race, we really want you enjoy your time in Roundstone, and the key to that will be ensuring a fantastic atmosphere.



- There will be a DJ prior to, and after the race, at the start-finish line.



- Count on plenty of locals cheering on your every step!



- Take in the fantastic scenery and views on landmark sights such as Gurteen Beach, Ervallagh Harbour, The Twelve Bens and Roundstone Village itself



- Spent a bit of time enjoying the banter with your fellow runners; be they local or even from further afield.



- And why not consider spending a night or two in Roundstone and making a right old weekend of it!



 



The Apres-Run Party



Roundstone is renowned for its welcoming atmosphere and also for its festivals and events throughout the year. This years Apres-Run party will take place in The Shamrock Bar on Saturday evening and the retro-theme will still be going strong as we crank up the fun with Classic Rock Hits from performers extraordinaire Silver Circus. If you haven’t caught these guys before then you are in for a treat!

All runners and supporters are welcome and there is no cover-charge, so swap your runners for your groovy shoes and enjoy the craic!



There will also be Traditional Irish music session in the village pubs, so why not go for a stroll, take in the atmosphere and feel free to sample the best that Roundstone has on offer. 



 



For more info, visit www.RoundstoneBay8k.com .