Ultra Running Hub Joanópolis, SP, Brazil · Saturday, February 27, 2027
Fixed Distance 50 mi
Joanópolis Ultramarathon
164 days away
81 km Distance
2,900 m Climbing
8.4 Grit · Hardcore
What the course asks
Climbing rate 36 m / km
Rolling. Moderate undulations. Requires consistent effort across varying grades.
Time limit 16 hours
11:51 min/km average. Generous. Walkable throughout for most of the field. About average for a 50 mi. Measured against 455 races of the same distance. Cut-off calculator →
Field size ~15 Tiny. You will run alone for most of it.
DUV results for the 2026 edition (81km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Typical conditions, February
Daytime high 27°C
Night low 17°C
Rainfall Wet — expect rain
Daylight 12 h 37 m of light
Regional 2001-2020 average for February — NASA POWER, grid elevation 919 m. Not a forecast.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
This is a rolling course. Expect fast, runnable sections where rhythm is key.
With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 81 km of trail with 2,900 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes36 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition81 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration VestsPole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles2,900 m of ascent to walk up.
- HeadlampsA 16 h limit puts you out there after dark.
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