OMM competitors descending a grassy mountainside beneath steep crags

Line course · South Wales 2027

Elite
Course

The longest line.
The biggest
commitment.

A sustained challenge for experienced mountain teams. Endurance, efficient navigation and good decisions all matter.

Visit every checkpoint in the specified order. Your route between them is your choice. The fastest team wins.

A smiling OMM competitor carrying a pack across open mountain terrain

The course at a glance

A two-day mountain navigation challenge for teams of two or three. You receive your course map at the start, then plan your own route through a fixed sequence of checkpoints.

2021 example course

Day 1

47 km*

2,200 m ascent

Day 1 example map (opens in a new tab)

Day 2

38 km*

1,800 m ascent

Day 2 example map (opens in a new tab)

*Indicative distances. These examples are a guide to the challenge. You will find out the actual route distance and climb upon receiving the map at the start line.

TeamTwo - three people
NavigationMap and compass
OvernightCarry your camping kit
Course mapIssued at the start

OMM competitors studying information at camp by headtorch

The route is
your decision.

You’ll get the map at the start, then choose your own line between checkpoints. Fastest team wins.

Watch an example race (opens YouTube in a new tab)

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Is this your course?

Long mountain days, confident navigation in poor visibility and a partner with complementary skills. Significant experience on a course such as A or Long Score is recommended before taking on Elite.

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Get ready for the weekend

Course questions

How does this format work?

Visit the checkpoints in the specified order, choosing your route between them. The fastest team across both days wins.

What experience do we need?

Elite is for experienced mountain teams. Both partners should be comfortable with long days, navigation in poor visibility and managing themselves and their kit in changing conditions. Review the event’s entry requirements before committing.

What do we carry?

Carry the equipment, clothing, food and camping kit you need for the full weekend. The mandatory kit list is the minimum requirement; choose any additional kit to suit the conditions.
Read the kit guidance

How does the overnight camp work?

Day 1 finishes at the overnight camp, where you use the kit you have carried. Day 2 brings a new set of checkpoints and a return to the event centre.

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guide to the OMM

Learn all you need to know about the OMM by downloading our race guide. It includes information about the courses, kit and some helpful tips and guidance.

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