The Montane Summer Spine Race: 15th to 22nd June 2024
53.3673° N, 1.8158° W
The notoriously challenging Spine race is back for another thrilling summer edition this June. For those unfamiliar, the Spine is a non-stop race which sees participants navigate the Pennine Way on a series of varying race options (scroll for more on those below).
Along the way racers battle extreme exposure to the elements, sleep deprivation and challenging terrain. Don’t be fooled that the summer edition is an ‘easier option’ than the winter race, the weather up north can be equally as changeable, even at this time of the year. The threat of hot weather on the trail also poses additional challenges for racers to negotiate…
The notoriously challenging Spine race is back for another thrilling summer edition this June. For those unfamiliar, the Spine is a non-stop race which sees participants navigate the Pennine Way on a series of varying race options (scroll for more on those below).
Along the way racers battle extreme exposure to the elements, sleep deprivation and challenging terrain. Don’t be fooled that the summer edition is an ‘easier option’ than the winter race, the weather up north can be equally as changeable, even at this time of the year. The threat of hot weather on the trail also poses additional challenges for racers to negotiate…
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Montane Summer Spine Race - Crash Course Video
Races to Watch
Summer Spine Race
268 miles
Edale to Kirk Yethholm
The original non-stop Spine race covering the entire length of the Pennine Way.
Summer Spine Sprint
46 miles
Edale to Hebden Bridge
An ‘entry level’ challenge that gives a flavour of the Spine race experience.
Summer Spine Challenger North
160 miles
Hardraw to Kirk Yetholm
Taking on the notoriously difficult and exposed northern stages of the Pennine Way.
Summer Spine Challenger South
108 miles
Edale to Hardraw
This challenging and technical section of the Pennine Way featuring the iconic moorland
