Tales from the Pennine Way - Winter Spine Race 2026
The Pennine Way is a different beast in January. It isn’t just a trail, it’s 268 miles of bog, ice, and relentless darkness that seeks out every weakness in a...Read more
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Champions of the Pennine Way - Winter Spine Race 2026
While "Britain's Most Brutal" is a title the race earns every year, 2026 set a new bar for resilience. From the 46-mile Sprint to the full 268-mile expedition to Kirk...Read more
Winter Spine Race 2026 - Montane Athletes to Watch
The 2026 Montane Winter Spine Race is just days away, with the full 268-mile epic set to kick off at 08:00 on January 11th. This year’s roster is a "who’s...Read more
Montane Winter Spine Race 2025
This year's race delivered conditions that pushed even seasoned veterans to their limits, with sub-zero temperatures and waist-deep snow adding an extra layer of intensity to an already legendary challenge....Read more
Athlete Q&A: Winter Spine Race 2024
4 racers, 1 goal - to complete Britain’s most brutal race. Hear from the #TeamMontane racers taking on the Pennine Way this January....Read more
The Spine: The story behind Britain's most brutal race
The Montane Spine Race is widely regarded as Britain’s most brutal endurance race. In 2024 this legendary ultra run marks its 12th anniversary. We discover its origins, the highlights of...Read more
Behind the Lens: 10th Winter Spine Race Anniversary Film
The Montane Winter Spine Race 10th Anniversary film provides an unrivaled insight into Britain’s most brutal race. We hear from Summit Fever Media, the team tasked with capturing this iconic...Read more
Winter Spine Race Q&A: #TeamMontane racers
The ultra event calendar kicks off again with a bang this year thanks to the return of the notoriously brutal Montane Winter Spine Race. Hear from the #TeamMontane hopefuls taking...Read more