Cape Wrath Ultra | 400km | Scotland's Expedition Race

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What's it like to run 400 km through the most remote and beautiful parts of Scotland...
Said to be the hardest Cape Wrath Ultra to date and up there with the toughest multi stage races out there. The Cape Wrath ultra is a 400 km trail ultra marathon with 14000 meters of elevation, completed over 8 days. Starting in Fort William it follows an unmarked and often pathless route through some of the most remote and beautiful places in Scotland. Enduring the worst weather possible and tackling the most challenging terrain, 300 started yet only 100 finished.
This was by far the hardest thing I've ever done and was very pleased with a finishing time of 59hrs 12mins and 11th place.
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@lebouffpv3144 3 месяца назад

Love this. Especially the gpx, nobody else does that and i think it’s a shame as lots would enjoy following the routes 👏🏻👏🏻

@TheRandomRunner 3 месяца назад

Thank you! Yeah I think it's good for people to take inspiration from these videos and go and explore themselves!!

@stevetugwell9599 Год назад

Amazing achievement. Big respect to you. I got sciatica just watching you

@TheRandomRunner Год назад

😂 Yes, I feel only now that my body has fully recovered!! Brutal!

@stuartwalker6786 2 года назад

EPIC!!!👍🦾🏃

@jodiesmith4368 4 месяца назад

Brilliant video, thank you! I really hope the conditions are better in 2024 😆

@TheRandomRunner 4 месяца назад

Well they can't be any worse, that's for sure!! End of may is usually good so fingers crossed for you! 🤞

@markblythe7693 2 года назад

Completed last years Dragons Back. Wow, you got the rain and we got the heat! Brilliant film, you captured the odyssey that is these frankly insane races and the stunning countryside. Well done.

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

Well done man, saw a few videos from the DB last year and looked tough going. These events are hard enough nevermind when you have the extremes of weather to contend with!!

@willneverforgets3341 Год назад

Thanks for posting!!! love it! A life goal for me!

@TheRandomRunner Год назад

It truly is epic!! I feel lucky to have had the chance to be part of it and make it to the lighthouse!

@greyhikes5236 Год назад

Absolutely amazing! I started my CWT one day behind you, thank goodness you all left me a trail to follow! 😅👍

@TheRandomRunner Год назад

Probably the ideal time to do it!! Even if the weather wasn't!! 🌧️

@paulquigley6473 2 года назад

Epic well done.

@antonystagg2548 2 года назад

Mate, what a great video - you captured our experiences this year really well. Thanks for all of your kind and encouraging words every time you went past me - your infectious happiness always brightened my day. That, and your beard 😃

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

Haha, yes the beard has alot to answer for!! Well glad u liked it, didn't take much to capture the conditions out there....they were shouting pretty loudly 😂

@kenbegley1840 Год назад

Fantastic achievement on what looked like a brutal course and weather conditions . Well done .

@bobwhite6271 Год назад

Unbelievable insanely difficult challenge fair play

@TheRandomRunner Год назад

Cheers man! Yeah there times I can't believe I actually did it! Truly is an epic event!

@jeromevergnes2922 Год назад

Hello Paul. Thank you for this extraordinary video. What an epic ultra ! Congrats. Greetings from Montpellier-France.👋💪🏃‍♂

@scubagary1 2 года назад

That was fantastic Paul. My wife just didn’t get the race before and our Friday evening viewing on TV was this video and she gets it now. Exceptional - you were the star of the camp with your endless positivity .

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

Aw thanks man! Glad u liked the video and that it helps convey the conditions we faced out there!

@patcarroll280 2 года назад

Fantastic stuff bud. Top effort your attitude is inspiring. Awesome

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

Cheers Pat! Yeah always (well mostly) managed a smile for the camera, it certianly helped take my mind off some of the worst points and great to have now to look back on!

@markg99 2 года назад

When the trousers came out I knew things were getting serious! FFFF 🥶 Well done on getting through this and capturing it all in a great video 👍🏻🏃‍♂️

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

Haha, yeah trousers on a run, who'd have thought it!! 😂 Just the length of time you're out for, day after day, and guess moving slower than I would if it was just a normal run so body did cool down alot!! Cheers man,

@Systematicsphere Год назад

Great vid. Enthusiastic and no b/s!

@TheRandomRunner Год назад

Cheers! Yeah hard to hide true feelings and emotions on a race like that!!

@willb4278 2 года назад

WOW! What a video Paul. Massive respect to you & everyone who took part in that race. Truly inspiring & well done on completing it.

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

Thanks so much Will, enjoyed putting the video together and reliving some of those horrific and amazing moments! It's such a well organised event, such a big team who had to battle the elements as well!

@NeilMapes 2 года назад

Hiya Paul, don't normally leave comments on videos but couldn't let yours pass me by. That looked like a proper challenge and the dropout rates and the weather gives us a small idea of how hard it must have been. Hugely well done to all the starters, finishers and support crew, looked epic! But extra well done for filming the whole thing too :)

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

Hi Neil, thanks so much, nice to hear positive feedback on the video and that it managed in some way to show the conditions everyone faced out there! Actually helped me through doing the filming, esp some of the tough/low points, a good distraction plus a wee reminder if I ever cos doer doing it again!! 😂

@runningwithstephen 8 месяцев назад

So good I've watched nearly 2 hours of your videos tonight!! Once again a truly inspiring video and you captured it all so well. Really well done Paul and.....Yessss you guessed it I had a wee google to see when the next one is lol. maybe sometime in the future for me. Thanks again for sharing .

@TheRandomRunner 8 месяцев назад

Yeah the Cape Wrath Ultra is defo one for the list. It's expensive but worth it. If you volunteer at any of Ourea events you get race credits, quite a good way of doing it!

@runningwithstephen 8 месяцев назад

Ah great idea 💡. Thanks for this mate. Again loved the video 🔥

@mickbrowne6904 2 года назад

Probably the best Cape Wrath ultra video I have seen. Well done on your completion.

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

Cheers Mick, glad you enjoyed the video, it probably took as long to put together as running the thing!! Great to have a memory of the event to look back on!

@cuperativa 2 года назад

Congratulation for the very nice video. You also capture few seconds of my last pole before a broke it (min 15::07). Anyway an amazing event, with day 4 and 6 very crazy and hard. Well done Paul.

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

Hey man! Ah yes, alot of poles were injured 😂 just the conditions out there, everything was pushed to the limit! Was great to meet you and well done as well. Glad u liked the video, hopefully captured at least some of what we faced out there!

@gmckemie4281 2 года назад

Enjoyed tremendously your video. Incredible landscapes, epic music and guts for enduring the elements. Good job!!

@TheRandomRunner Год назад

Sorry for the late response to your comment! Glad u enjoyed watching it! Tough to put altogether, took almost as long as running it but it's a great memory to have to look back on!

@thedanimalchannel1 2 года назад

nice one dude! what a great little video. IT was an epic race. Shame I got injured day 2 in the bog! well done on completing it!!

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

Ah one of the fallen soldiers! Unlucky man, although given the number of casualties I feel I was lucky just to stay injury free! Sure was a brutal event and the weather conditions certianly didn't help! Any plans to revisit it in the future?

@thedanimalchannel1 2 года назад

@@TheRandomRunner I’ll be back. Aiming for 2024. For redemption

@emlyngriffith5846 Год назад

A great video. Really enjoyed it. Inspirational stuff. Wish I was younger! Well done 👍🍷

@martinwebb5329 2 года назад

Super to reminisce each day and what a great way to share your journey, great to meet you, see you on the trails soon!

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

And you Martin! Glad you enjoyed the video and acts as a wee reminder, esp if you start thinking about doing it again!! 😂

@stuartwebster2203 8 месяцев назад

What a great story Paul, your immense positivity even at the toughest bits is fantastic. I’m running CWU in 2024, you story has helped in my understanding as to quite how exciting, challenging and wet the week will be.

@TheRandomRunner 8 месяцев назад

Ah cheers man, it really is an epic journey both physically and mentally. I had no idea what I was letting myself in for before I started so I'm glad the video has helped to give you some idea. All the very best for next year!

@stuartwebster2203 5 месяцев назад

Hey Paul, great to chat at the Nation Running Show, thanks again for the insight on this. Arc of Attrition got done, rewatching this as I prepare for this years Cape Wrath attempt. Will be investing in some more Darn Tough socks :)

@thomasoderud 2 года назад

Great video Paul. Take it easy for a while now and rest up. Nice meeting you and good luck on the rest off your season.

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

Thanks so much Thomas. It's a nice wee reminder of the race although it probably took about as long to edit as it did to run!! 😂 Great meeting man and glad you have recovered well!

@davidcalder8912 2 года назад

Paul - this was a great video. I also took part in the race this year, but sadly was timed out on day 3. I had said "never again", but this has gone someway too persuading me to try again. Now binging all your videos!

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

Haha yeah it's funny what a bit of time can do! I'm already wondering what it might be like doing it in better weather! But hey, it's Scotland so you just never can tell! I think alot of folk were caught out with the weather and timings this year!

@nikkiwatt5664 2 года назад

Outstanding Paul, you are a machine what an effort 👍👍👍👍💪💪💪

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

Ah cheers man!! Although about as much effort editing the bloody video 😂 Hope all good with u and training going well for next challenge! RTB?

@joncadman4935 2 года назад

recognised you from the daily update videos and so pleased I found your film, inspirational stuff and we can all take so much from your positivity in the face of some of those "less than ideal" conditions, awesome running and result, you should be hugely proud, thank you for sharing your journey

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

Hey Jon, glad you liked the video! It really was a great experience and as with all these things, it just gets better the more time passes!! 😂

@davie.outdoors8150 Год назад

That looked insane, thanks for recording your journey it made for brilliant viewing. that must take serious determination to complete well done

@TheRandomRunner Год назад

Thank you! Yeah it sure is a big tough race, took me by surprise just how hard and I've been doing ultras for years!

@Fraser365 Год назад

Not even half way through watching your video and love it. Great watch and really inspiring, I would love to take part in it some year. Well done!

@TheRandomRunner Год назад

Aw, glad to hear it! It's truly an epic adventure, not cheap and certainly not easy but defo one I'd recommend! Hope you enjoy the rest of the video, I know... It's a long one!!

@rockchik63 Месяц назад

Whow incredible I was in there with you ….hopefully 2026 for me at 63 …

@TheRandomRunner 26 дней назад

That really will be impressive!! All the very best!

@Pumpkinlpays 2 года назад

Awesome video Paul, my husband did the event and tells me it was the toughest thing he has ever done. I can see why now! Well done

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

Great, glad you liked it and that it manages to capture the conditions out there. Makes a bit of change from the sunny blue sky photos of previous years!

@adventureandcake Год назад

Awesome video, thanks for sharing, gives me a good taste for next year 😁

@TheRandomRunner Год назад

Thank you! And good luck for next year, the weather certainly couldn't be any worse!!

@revelintheride2639 2 года назад

Wow, that was an amazing video and journey! Congratulations on finishing such a challenging event. I can't wait to get back to Scotland, such a stunningly beautiful country. Thanks for sharing.

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

Thank u! Yes we certainly saw some amazing scenery! I've lived in Scotland all my life and it was great to explore so many new places!

@emmaberendsen6288 2 года назад

I loved watching this Paul! What an incredible race you had, your enthusiasm is contagious and it almost makes me want to sign up for it (almost!;)

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

Thank you Emma! Yeah it sure was an epic event and a great way to see some remote places in Scotland! Maybe next time I'll head for sunnier climates 😂

@simontimperley9708 2 года назад

Wow, what a coincidence. I was walking from Lochailort to Inverie at the very same time and followed your by then very well trodden trail in to Sourlies bothy, Loch Nevis, a few hours after you had passed. Didn't know about the race at that point and was astonished that such a remote path was so well used!!! Can fully vouch for the weather and ground - heavy! Amazing feat by you all - we were knackered after 3 days at a fraction of the distance, but we aren't runners and didn't have anyone to carry our kit! Great ideas for future treks following other stages of the route. Well done on the the event and the video - can't believe you were still walking at the end!

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

Hi Simon! Yeah stunning out there and hopefully we didn't mush the ground up too much, at least it gave you a line to follow!! Indeed, much easier when u don't have to carry all your own stuff, that's as much of a challenge!

@jimbo12345abc 2 года назад

Amazing video, well done, looks like a fantastic event. Think my legs would be gone after day 1 though 👍😂

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

Cheers man! Yeah it's a very well organised event but indeed, it's long tough days out there, esp with the weather this year!!

@ontheadventuretrails-scotl9389 2 года назад

Mega good energy and brilliant effort buddy. Enjoyed that! 😃

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

Cheers! Yeah awesome event, I'm certainly enjoying it more the more time passes!! 😂

@runnerrossco2483 2 года назад

Cracking video - gives a really good insight into just how tough the race is but also amazing in equal measure. Still toying with the idea of signing up.

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

Aye man, it's a tough one alright! I would say you need a couple of years of doing longer stuff, a few back to back ultras and training in that sort of terrain in order to stand a chance of finishing. Definitely a massive achievement finishing it!

@runnerrossco2483 2 года назад

@@TheRandomRunner Cool. I’ve done some 100+ mile races so it could well be an option over the next couple of years. Just need to justify the cost to the missus 🤣

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

@@runnerrossco2483 aye, there is that, sure is expensive. One way of reducing the cost is by volunteering at one of the events by organisers, Ourea Events www.oureaevents.com/ They give u credit to use against any of their races!

@chrisgrantpantrey6830 2 года назад

Awesome video and running mate. You may get me doing something longer yet!

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

Haha, really!? I thought that video might just have been enough to put people off doing such a thing!! 😂

@timward3539 2 года назад

Wow what an event. Well done for digging in. The weather gave you everything. Got a real sense of your emotion/elation at the end that you had actually done it. Well done! Can I just ask what make those shorts are you wear at end of day 7? (They aren't too baggy). Well done to you and everyone involved.

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

Cheers man, it sure was quite an event, glad the video managed to capture some of the conditions and emotions going on out there. Yeah those shorts are great, they are the Salomon XA twinskin, wore them a few of the days, help to keep the weather out and a bit of warmth in the quads!

@highland-oldgit 2 года назад

Weather was particularly pish up here this year, but hey it's bound to be drier and warmer next year ! Great video man. What watch did you use to navigate ?

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

Hey man, yeah it certainly couldn't be any worse weather! Defo need a good watch with a decent screen to navigate with. That's the Garmin Fenix 6X I've got. Was perfect 👌 Believe the 7X is pretty much the same but has a touch screen which I guess could be a good or bad thing. Would defo make zooming in and out of maps easier!!

@alexmahoney8481 2 года назад

Awesome video mate, almost makes me want to do it😃

@TheRandomRunner Год назад

Haha, well maybe I didn't quite capture just how tough it was out there... 😂 No indeed, its a stunning race, certainly one to be proud to complete!

@1Wallman 2 года назад

Smashing video Paul👌🏻 It was always a pleasure to see your smiley face and enthusiasm throughout the race🤗 Hopefully see you on another race soon! I’m going to have to up my video editing skills (all done on my iPhone🙄)🎥🎞 #1wallman

@TheRandomRunner 2 года назад

Ah cheers man! Yeah I just use my phone to edit as well, tried on a laptop but just used to doing it on the phone. Plus means u can edit as u go, as and when you get some time. Loved your videos too, funny I think we filmed pretty much all the same stuff 😂 Hope your keeping well man!

@SciFiScavenger 2 года назад

Great review! For the CWU-curious, what did you wear on your feet shoe-wise?

@paulmanson1 2 года назад

Thanks Jonathan! Wore 2 quite different shoes, the Scott supertrac ultra RC were great for the big long days out. Super comfy and brilliant grip going through the mud. Then wore inov-8 Terraultra (now called trailfly g270) for the shorter days, 4 and 8.

@SciFiScavenger 2 года назад

@@paulmanson1 ta. I have the trailfly g300 which are dead comfy but not good in the mud, and some other inov8 with 8mm lugs which cope pretty well. Haven't tested them over ultra distance (yet) but they have a fair bit of cushioning. Epic event, I keep coming back to look at it for 2024, decide it's not for me, then find myself back again soon for another look. Same for Dragons Back...

@chatsoeur655 Год назад

bravo pour les 8jours , et je voulais dire aussi j'adore ta barbe :)

@TheRandomRunner Год назад

Thank you so much! Yes beard is good but hard work keeping it groomed when running and camping for 8 days!!

@barryhartshorne3277 3 месяца назад

Again a really great video, thank you! What races have you got going this year? I'm doing the RAS again as I've got unfinished business and the Golspie Ben Bhraggie 24.

@TheRandomRunner 3 месяца назад

Cheers man! Just been looking up the Golspie. Still to do a back yard ultra... One day for sure! Good luck with that and RAS! Yeah a few things lined up for this year... West Highland Way race in June, running the Utmb route beg July, lakeland 100 end of July then the biggy in September... Tor des geants!

@barryhartshorne3277 3 месяца назад

Very nice, good luck with it all, sure you'll smash it! @@TheRandomRunner

@dejongefrederik5037 Год назад

Dear Paul, first of all, thank you for this beautiful video. I'm thinking to run this trail with some of my running mates, in May 2023. Would you be open to share some info on nutrition, clothing, preparation to help us succeed in this tough race? If so, in what way can I reach with some of the questions we have. FYI, we won't join the cape wrath ultra organization, but would like to organize it ourselves with camper. Many thanks for your input.

@TheRandomRunner Год назад

Hi! Glad you liked the video and it's given you inspiration for completing the route. To be honest I'm not sure how much I can help you, the race is so well organised that I would encourage anyone to save up the money and enter @capewrathultra. I wouldn't even know where to start with trying to plan this on your own. A real logistical nightmare!! What I would say is that you need training in similar environments and lots of it!! Good luck!

@dejongefrederik5037 Год назад

@@TheRandomRunner Thanks Paul, could you elaborate on a training scheme that you typically follow? I started begining of Sept with my training. I do run half a marathon at a pace of 5:42min/km. How would you suggest to plan the coming months. Our aim is to run the trail between 4-14 May 2023. And yes we take one extra day (try to do it in 9 days). Appreciate any feedback you can give us. Also, since this is a first for us, how do you deal with eating during the day, what to you take along, how often do you eat, ... things like that. If you would like, I could set up a video call to have a chat, which is perhaps more easy for you instead of having to type everything. Thanks in advance!