I did my first Maverick race a few months ago and was then asked if I'd try the Dark Series race. I was a bit apprehensive as the only other race I've done in the dark was more of a "fun run" and I knew this was serious stuff. But my fears were unfounded and this was a really really great race.

Pros

• Well organised start area and race registration
• Toilets in the main building, so proper loos!
• Fire pits to huddle round to keep warm
• Incredibly well signposted route with reflective signs and glow sticks on trees!  Marshals are key points when you could go wrong.
• Great medal and a free beer and iced coffee at the end (and dogs get a medal too!)
• Lots and lots of lovely mud! (You definitely need trail shoes for this one).

Cons

• ? (I think this is the first race I've reviewed without a single Con point....!)

Natural beauty and local support are not applicable on a night race - I know the area is beautiful but it was pitch dark!

Overall, a fabulous fabulous race!