Well, this long anticipated event is the first time the event has been carried out, a new event from BTU. Even trying to get close to the event start is a bit of an adventure in itself.
It is 125 km over three day stages, on a small island Knoydart, accessible from Mallaig. Semi self sufficient : carry all food and medical kit, filter own water throughout the day: camping at nighttime. It looks pretty wild, to be honest.
The event itself looks so well organised. I think the BTU team are probably more excited than we are that its going ahead, due to the disappointments of lockdown postponements. Quite brilliantly, there are organised talks each evening by ultra runners, event organisers, or local conservationists. More brilliantly than this, there is a strong emphasis on supporting the environment through this company : they are working with the Knoydart woodland trust to promote woodland replanting, plus local trail maintenance. You just gotta love 'em.
