(Gemma McDonald and Jonny Steede)
The Lurig Challenge Run, held on 10th of August, is the highlight of the Heart of the Glens Festival. Participants are guaranteed an exciting off-road race, breathtaking views and a famously warm Glens welcome. One of the country’s most unique and memorable races and, if you survive, treat yourself to a well-earned pint afterwards!
The 3.8 mile race starts at 1pm in the main street of Cushendall adjacent to the Curfew Tower. After a short dash down the spectator lined main street, there is a sharp incline and a set of steps up the Stony Lonan, followed by a mile along a farm track to the base of the mountain.
Next comes an assault to the top of Lurig (1073 feet), with spectacular views, before a fast descent back along the farm track for the sprint (or otherwise) to the village and the finish.
Podium as follows. Full results the the Northern Ireland Running Results Page
| Lurig Challenge Run 2019 | |||||
| Pos | Bib | Athlete | Cat | Club | Chiptime |
| 1 | 361 | Jonny Steede | M35 | Glens Runners | 00:29:33 |
| 2 | 329 | Jonathan Scott | MO | Mourne runners | 00:30:15 |
| 3 | 269 | Joe McAlister | M35 | St. Malachy’s AC | 00:30:47 |
| 34 | 250 | Gemma McDonald | F35 | Ballycastle Runners AC | 00:36:59 |
| 48 | 392 | Lucy O’Dell | F40 | Glens Runners | 00:38:54 |
| 72 | 194 | Naomi McCurry | FO | 00:41:16 | |
Photo : Robert McGaghey
