The Montane Summer Spine Race: 19 to 26 June
The notoriously challenging Spine race is back for another thrilling summer edition this June, hot off the heels of the 10th Winter Spine race
anniversary event. 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…
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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Colour: Flag Red
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Colour: Cerulean Blue
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Colour: Kelp Green
Colour: Narwhal Blue
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Colour: Black
Colour: Cerulean Blue
Colour: Narwhal Blue
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Colour: Black
Colour: Narwhal Blue
Select Colour
Colour: Black
Colour: Flag Red
Colour: Cerulean Blue
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3 Races to Watch
Summer Spine Race:
19-25 June
268 miles
Edale to Kirk Yethholm
The original non-stop Spine race covering the entire length of the Pennine Way.
Summer Spine Sprint:
18-19 June
46 miles
Edale to Hebden Bridge
An ‘entry level’ challenge that gives a flavour of the Spine race experience.
Summer Spine Challenger:
18 - 20 June
108 miles
Edale to Kirk Hardraw
Taking on the notoriously difficult and exposed northern stages of the Pennine Way.
Watch Crash Course Video
In 2021 two mates documented the non-stop Montane Summer Spine from Edale to Kirk Yethholm. Set against the brutal exposed Pennine Way landscapes, watch how the 268 miles unfolded.
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