Keremeos, BC, Canada · Friday, August 6, 2027

Fixed Distance 100 mi

Fat Dog 120 Mile Trail Race

272 days away
193 km Distance
8,672 m Climbing
10.0 Grit · Elite / extreme
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What the course asks

Climbing rate 45 m / km Mountain. Significant climbing. Steep sections will require power hiking.
Time limit 48 hours 14:55 min/km average. Generous. Walkable throughout for most of the field. More forgiving than 78% of 100 mi races. Measured against 46 races of the same distance. Cut-off calculator →
Field size ~75 Mid-sized. Company early, well spread out by halfway.

DUV results for the 2025 edition (120mi) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.

Typical conditions, August

Daytime high 20°C
Night low 6°C
Rainfall Dry — rain unlikely
Daylight 14 h 57 m of light

Regional 2001-2025 average for August — NASA POWER, grid elevation 1614 m. Not a forecast.

The Aid Station

Course-specific beta from the community

⛰️ terrain

This is a mountain course. Poles are highly recommended for the sustained climbs.

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👟 gear

With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.

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🥤 nutrition

For 100km+ efforts, prioritize real food at aid stations to prevent palate fatigue.

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Gear for this race

Chosen for 193 km of trail with 8,672 m of ascent.

  • Trail Running Shoes45 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
  • Race NutritionPast 193 km the palate quits before the legs do — carry more than one flavour.
  • Hydration VestsPole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
  • Trekking Poles8,672 m of ascent to walk up.
  • HeadlampsA 48 h limit puts you out there after dark.

La Sportiva

Prodigio Pro

RunRepeat found the La Sportiva Prodigio Pro to have a secure, locked-in fit due to its premium upper, and also praised the shoe's energetic ride, particularly…

$225 ★★★★★ 4.6

Brooks

Catamount 3

RunRepeat found the Brooks Catamount 3 to have a cozier upper that enhances the overall fit, though breathability and durability could be better. iRunFar noted…

★★★★★ 4.5

Tailwind

Endurance Fuel

All-in-one calorie and electrolyte drink mix. 200 calories per serving.

$25 ★★★★★ 4.8

Nathan

VaporKrar 12L

12L race vest co-designed with ultra champion Rob Krar, with insulated bladder pocket.

$170 ★★★★★ 4.6

Black Diamond

Distance FLZ

Lightweight folding trekking poles with FlickLock Z adjustment. 340g per pole.

$170 ★★★★★ 4.7

Nitecore

UT32

Dual-beam trail running headlamp (1100 lumens) with spot and flood beams.

$100 ★★★★★ 4.5
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Course Notes

Challenging mountain trail race, miles of single track, most scenic ultra in Canada. Start near Keremeos in Cathedral Provincial Park, finish at E.C Manning Provincial Park.

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