Glenshee likes to keep us on our toes. Historically, there has either been not enough snow or too much snow. However, there is no denying when Glenshee is good, she is very good.
If conditions allow, we do plan to hold the British Skimo Championships on Saturday 1st March 2025 at Glenshee.
For those in the know, there seems to be little point in advertising a course because it always changes. Who knows where we will go but there will be multiple ascents and descents. There is very likely to be more than one lap with a harsh cut off time - dictated by the fastest racer of the day. The final course will only be known on the day but the maps below will give some idea for ideal conditions. The fastest racer is declared the winner.
We will plan to race on Saturday 1st March but if the conditions are unfavourable we will race on the Sunday. We will not reschedule this race if we have to cancel.
If conditions allow, we do plan to hold the British Skimo Championships on Saturday 1st March 2025 at Glenshee.
For those in the know, there seems to be little point in advertising a course because it always changes. Who knows where we will go but there will be multiple ascents and descents. There is very likely to be more than one lap with a harsh cut off time - dictated by the fastest racer of the day. The final course will only be known on the day but the maps below will give some idea for ideal conditions. The fastest racer is declared the winner.
We will plan to race on Saturday 1st March but if the conditions are unfavourable we will race on the Sunday. We will not reschedule this race if we have to cancel.
Course - subject to change
Programme
1100 Race day registration opens
1230 Race day egistration closes
1340 Briefing at race start
1400 Race starts
1700 Food served
1730 Prize giving ceremony
1230 Race day egistration closes
1340 Briefing at race start
1400 Race starts
1700 Food served
1730 Prize giving ceremony
Registration
The registration process has changed significantly for the 2024/2025 season.
Preregistration will close on Saturday 21st December 2024.
After this date, we will monitor conditions closely and will contact racers directly via What'sApp regarding whether we will race or cancel. Only if we decide to race, we will ask racers to pay £35 for the race entry.
Race entry will close on Thursday 27th February 2025.
Skimo Scotland will provide a basic 2 course meal for racers at the end of the race in the main cafe. It is possible to book extra meals for supporters whilst paying for the race entry.
Unfortunately no refunds will be given for no shows.
Preregistration will close on Saturday 21st December 2024.
After this date, we will monitor conditions closely and will contact racers directly via What'sApp regarding whether we will race or cancel. Only if we decide to race, we will ask racers to pay £35 for the race entry.
Race entry will close on Thursday 27th February 2025.
Skimo Scotland will provide a basic 2 course meal for racers at the end of the race in the main cafe. It is possible to book extra meals for supporters whilst paying for the race entry.
Unfortunately no refunds will be given for no shows.
Race day registration will take place near the ticket office.
Once competitors have registered, they should make their way to the start of the race for the briefing at 1340.
Please ensure that avalanche transceivers are transmitting prior to race start and head torches are mounted onto your helmet.
Entries on the day are unfortunately not accepted.
Skimo Scotland will send out final information about race day after entries close.
Once competitors have registered, they should make their way to the start of the race for the briefing at 1340.
Please ensure that avalanche transceivers are transmitting prior to race start and head torches are mounted onto your helmet.
Entries on the day are unfortunately not accepted.
Skimo Scotland will send out final information about race day after entries close.
Eligibility
For racers to be eligible for the British Championships, they must be a British National. Non British Nationals competing in the race will still be eligible for race prizes but will unfortunately not be eligible for British rankings.
Getting there
Click here for instructions on how to get to the Glenshee Ski Centre.
Spectators
Skimo Scotland encourage family and friends to support racers as they whizz over the course. Spectators are welcome to stand alongside the edge of the race course but must not provide physical assistance.