Scratching  What happens on the road is anyone’s bet and should unforeseeable events prevent you from continuing and you decide to drop out or ‘scratch’, please report this as soon as possible by emailing info@raceireland.com or text/call the race number +353879814461 directly. Include as much detail as you can, especially your name and  number. You should also make your friends and family aware as soon as possible, including your next of kin.  “Never scratch at night” is good advice from accomplished endurance riders. That is to say,always wait until morning to make any big decisions, things have a habit of looking a lot better in the daylight after a night’s sleep.  Note that all riders are welcome to celebrate with us at the finish line however you get there, including those who cannot finish for any reason. Please note that if you scratch, you are responsible for your onward travel whatever the destination you chose. M2M volunteers will not come out to collect you or make any arrangements for you. That said, please let us know if you are at serious risk or in danger and we will do our best to help.