Here is a simple breakdown of the official event terms and conditions to explain your options if you have an entry, but can no longer attend.

Our sports psychology partner Fit-Think offer this advice to help you optimise your mental (and physical) performance.

The Dragon’s Back Race® passes through the full range of Wales’ outstanding upland landscapes, including all of the highest mountain ranges in the country. These are recognised as areas of national and international importance for their upland wildlife habitats, flora and fauna.

We are excited to be working towards a more sustainable future by changing and adapting how we organise and deliver our events, but we are now asking you to do your part by accepting and embracing these changes. Below we share with you some key actions that you can undertake to help support our efforts on sustainability when participating in the Montane Dragon’s Back Race®.

Find out everything you need to know about the Montane Dragon’s Back Race® - from what to expect at the overnight campsites, to guidance on following the route and tips on how to prepare!

You will need to look after yourself to finish well (at the front or the back of the pack), so we’re glad you’ve come here to read this. We know from previous editions of the race that a large proportion of the race field will seek help from the medical team at some point during the race.

The route is not marked on the ground in any way and participants must use the event map and/or their GPS device to follow the route when required. The route will be shown by two different coloured lines on the map, indicating whether the route is mandatory or recommended.

If you intend to treat foot problems as they arise at the Dragon’s Back Race® you have already chosen the wrong strategy! After all, feet are the most important part of your kit.

RAW Adventures are ready to show you the route of the Montane Dragon’s Back Race® - whether you are entered and in full training mode or simply looking for a ‘taster day’ to find out more - come along and explore Wales with experienced guides who have excellent knowledge of the race!

Here’s what you have to look forward to in the months leading up to the 2023 Montane Dragon’s Back Race®

Here Race Director Shane Ohly and RAW Adventure’s Kate Worthington share their advice on kit for the Montane Dragon’s Back Race® - including recommendations for items on the mandatory kit list but also lots of top tips from personal experience.

Joe Faulkner and Katie Cole – both Ex-Dragons and Mountain Leaders – share their thoughts and experiences from the Montane Dragon’s Back Race® in terms of safe mountain judgement.

Joe Faulkner and Katie Cole – both Ex-Dragons and Mountain Leaders – share their thoughts and experiences from the Montane Dragon’s Back Race® in terms of mountain skills.

Here is a simple breakdown of the official event terms and conditions to explain your options if you have an entry, but can no longer attend.

Many participants find it valuable to explore the route before the event to understand the nature of the challenge, to know what to expect and to practise running on rough, mountainous terrain. It would also be a good opportunity to test kit / navigation techniques as a dress rehearsal before the main event! Below is some helpful advice from Course Planner Graham Gristwood on what to think about when you are planning your visits to Wales,

Get some top tips on training for the Montane Dragon’s Back Race® from Paul Tierney from Missing Link Coaching.

All finishers receive a mini Dragon trophy. This is a coveted award, and one of the hardest earnt trophies in mountain running. Earning a ‘Dragon’ can only be achieved one way… and it isn’t easy! For the avoidance of doubt, we do not award trophies to anyone that does not complete the full course.

Maintaining basic good hygiene standards at our events is important because the risk of a communicable disease spreading quickly amongst the participants and event team is a possibility and this could ruin, or even end, someone’s race.