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Race the Sun, Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons)

An incredible team challenge amongst the stunning rugged peaks and meandering streams of the globally renowned Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park.

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Race the Sun pits teams of two or four against the clock in an incredible adventure triathlon-style team challenge that sees you bike (off-road), hike and paddle around a course between dawn and dusk, in a race against the setting sun.

There are 7 events in the Race the Sun series in 6 stunning locations across the UK. 

  • Eryri (Snowdonia), North Wales
  • Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons), South Wales
  • Coniston, South Lake District
  • Keswick, North Lake District
  • Jusassic Coast, Dorset (x2 events)
  • Cheddar Gorge, Somerset
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Event Summary

This unforgettable charity fundraising team challenge starts and finishes Brecon, thebustling market town right at the top edge of the glorious Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park.

Starting from our ‘Event Hub’ this challenge features a challenging 36-mile road bike section (split in to 2 x 18 mile sections) along the Talybont Valley that really packs a punch with a steep ascent being the sting in the tail! But what goes up, must come down, so you'll have the pleasure of the descent on the return journey.

It's then on to the Hike, a 9.6-mile circular route which summits the famous Pen y Fan, the highest point in South Wales. The route also takes ion the summits of Corn Du, Pen Y Fan and Cribyn.

Once you’ve conquered the hike, it's on to the paddle. Launching from Pontsticill Reservoir, teams will take to the water in either 2-person sit on top kayaks, or 4-person canoes to complete site 2-mile course.

Please note: The order in which you undertake these activities may vary.

Event Includes

  • Online safety briefing
  • 16-Week Training Plan
  • GPX route files
  • Changeover stations with drinks and snacks
  • Timing tracker
  • Kayak and Canoe equipment
  • Bike mechanics and first aiders
  • Free parking
  • Team awards & finishers medal
  • BBQ and celebratory drink
  • Marshals and signage

Charity Partner

Action Medical Research

Action Medical Research has been funding medical breakthroughs for 70 years.

We have helped to beat polio, fight meningitis, prevent stillbirths and develop ultrasound scanning in pregnancy, helping to save thousands of children’s lives and change many more. Today we continue to tackle the challenges disease and disability present by funding high quality research to save and change children’s lives and are driving forward research to help protect children.

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Posted 16th September
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