The journey to 2021 begins
Welcome to the 2021 edition of the Dragon’s Back Race®!
The Dragon’s Back Race® would like to extend a warm and fiery welcome to all those who have secured a place for the 2021 event. Entries sold out in 24 hours so congratulations are in order for all the lucky participants on the entry list.
Organisers are happy to see several familiar names, with many 2019 event team members choosing to return and use the event credit they earned while volunteering to participate in the 2021 event.
Lisa Watson, defending champion from the 2019 race, is also excited to be returning to experience the new developments for the 2021 race. She comments: “Adding a whole extra day of adventure to the Dragon's Back Race, taking in another stunning mountain range, and with a finish location as impressive as the start, it will be amazing - I can't wait!'“
Lisa Watson traversing Crib Goch on day one of the 2019 Dragon’s Back Race ©No Limits Photography
Explore a wealth of resources to help you prepare
Many previous participants talk about how preparation starts one year in advance, so if you want to know how to train for this ultra running challenge, coach and previous event team member Dave Taylor has put together some helpful advice to help get you started. Looks like it's all about time on your feet and big days in the mountains!
Wondering what it is actually like to take part in the Dragon’s Back Race? Learn from those who have already been there and done it with these fantastic participant blogs.
Our friends at RAW Adventures will be providing the official recce trips for the 2021 event. Get some useful tips and advice from your running guide who will be a mountain leader and have direct experience of either working on or participating in the event. These events are open to anyone, those with an active entry and those considering entering in the future. So why not head to Wales and start exploring?
Connect with past, current or potential future participants in our Facebook group - open to anyone with an interest in the race. Swap ideas on kit, share your thoughts on training or even find a new running buddy. We monitor it for accuracy and do interject with helpful clarifications here and there. Overall, a great resource for you.
Be prepared for terrain like the rocky and wild Rhinogs on day two of the Dragon’s Back Race ©No Limits Photography
Delve into the history of the Dragon’s Back Race
There is so much to discover about the Dragon’s Back Race. Enjoy delving into the past of this iconic race to hear plenty of stories of epic adventure, serious challenge and fierce determination. The original documentary of the 1992 race is a firm favourite along with the behind the scenes view of the 2019 race. Below, we would like to share just one highlight film with you - The Survivors - which focuses on stories from the middle and the back of the pack and offers some perfect inspiration!