Black Sheep Winter
A 60km November loop of the Llŷn from Tafarn y Fic in Llithfaen: up to Yr Eifl by the Steps of Hell, down through Nant Gwrtheyrn, the Mariners Trail to Abersoch and lanes back, solo or as a relay of four.
60K
37 miles
1,537 m ascent
26 m per km
12h cut-off
12:00/km to make it
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The course
12h cut-off, which needs 12:00/km
6 checkpoints
What you’re in for
A 60km November loop of the Llŷn from Tafarn y Fic in Llithfaen: up Yr Eifl by the Steps of Hell, down through Nant Gwrtheyrn, the Mariners Trail along the coast to Abersoch and lanes back. 1,537m of climb, six checkpoints, twelve hours, solo or as a relay of four. Marked.
Terrain and trail
The Steps of Hell are a steep stone staircase; the rest is coast path, beach, field and lane, exposed to whatever November throws at the peninsula. Marked. A trail shoe with grip.
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Mandatory kit
- Bag
- Whistle
- Survival bag — A bag, not a foil blanket
- Bottles carrying 1.5 litres of water between them
- Waterproof jacket
- Waterproof trousers
- Head torch and spare batteries — Or a charger if it is rechargeable
- Foldable cup
- Watch
- Phone and charger
- Snacks — Enough to get between the stocked aid stations
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Common questions
- The Black Sheep Winter is one distance: 60K (37.3 miles).