Montane signs up to take the Dragon’s Back Race® to new heights
We are delighted to welcome Montane as the new presenting sponsor of the Dragon’s Back Race® for its next three editions.
Following the news last year that the event has been extended from five to six days, the now annual Montane Dragon’s Back Race® will challenge the world’s best ultra-runners with 380km of distance and 17,400m of ascent, in 2021, 2022 and 2023.
The news of Montane’s sponsorship comes as organisers have released details of the new routes for days five and six in the extended race. The next Montane Dragon’s Back Race® will start in Conwy Castle on the morning of Monday 6th September 2021 and finish in Cardiff Castle on Saturday 11th September.
The 2021 event is sold out, but prospective Dragons can add themselves to the waiting list.
Montane athletes have won the men’s race at the last two events, with Marcus Scotney setting a course record in 2017, which Galen Reynolds then lowered with his victory two years later. Galen Reynolds (Canada) was also the first overseas winner of the men’s race in 2019, when Brit Lisa Watson won the women’s race, succeeding Ireland’s Carol Morgan.
Montane athlete Marcus Scotney on his way to winning the 2017 Montane Dragon’s Back Race®
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The Montane Dragon’s Back Race® is organised by Ourea Events and Race Director Shane Ohly comments:
“The 2021 edition of the legendary Montane Dragon’s Back Race® will mark a step change in the evolution of the event as we add a sixth day to the race, and finish at the iconic Cardiff Castle. I cannot think of a more appropriate outdoor brand to collaborate with as we look to the future.
“Montane’s pedigree of supporting many of the world’s most demanding races is a natural fit with the race and its formidable international reputation. The superb range of products made by Montane is the perfect answer for the challenging conditions participants may find themselves in while racing in the Welsh mountains.”
Montane’s global marketing manager Matthew Hickman adds:
“The Dragon’s Back Race® embodies Montane’s own philosophy of ‘Further. Faster.’ which drives our passion for outdoor adventure. Montane has a strong history with the Dragon’s Back Race®, from the athletes who have won the event, through to staff completing various parts of the course.
“Working as title sponsor to support this exceptionally demanding mountain race helps cement our reputation as a provider of innovative, lightweight clothing and equipment. The increased challenge of the course will provide even more of a test for the athletes and the kit, something we thrive on!”
Montane athlete Galen Reynolds on his way to winning the 2019 Montane Dragon’s Back Race®
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