Round of the Mamores
On Saturday 8th April it was fantastic summery weather and the hills were all but free of snow following the mild winter. I've run the Mamores Round twice before, as well as done it several times as part of longer linkups. Previously I'd clocked in at just over 7hrs, so was fairly sure I could get it under that. At least. Setting off from Achriabhach at noon I decided to run clockwise, therefore getting the long runnable section done on fresh legs - I ran up the road and through to Steall Ruin. Onward to the summit of Binnein Beag I was pleased to get there in around 1hr 12mins. Knowing the route pretty well made for a fairly stress free journey, keeping eating and drinking and taking in the views. I only touched snow on a handful of times, never more than a few strides to cross small patches. Looking to Binnein Beag from the slopes below Sgurr Eilde Mor As I ran I felt pretty strong and started doing some sums from my Tranter splits to see if sub-6hrs was do-able. ...