Lake Hovsgol National Park, MGL · Wednesday, August 11, 2027

Fixed Distance 100K

Mongolia Sunrise to Sunset

277 days away
100 km Distance
1,860 m Climbing
7.8 Grit · Hardcore
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What the course asks

Climbing rate 19 m / km Rolling. Moderate undulations. Requires consistent effort across varying grades.
Time limit 18 hours 10:48 min/km average. Generous. Walkable throughout for most of the field. About average for a 100K. Measured against 233 races of the same distance. Cut-off calculator →
Field size ~9 Tiny. You will run alone for most of it.

DUV results for the 2024 edition (100km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.

The Aid Station

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⛰️ terrain

This is a rolling course. Expect fast, runnable sections where rhythm is key.

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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 100 km of trail with 1,860 m of ascent.

  • Trail Running Shoes100 km of trail — cushioning that is still there in the last quarter.
  • Race NutritionPast 100 km the palate quits before the legs do — carry more than one flavour.
  • Hydration VestsFlask capacity for 100 km, without the bounce.
  • HeadlampsA 18 h limit puts you out there after dark.
  • AccessoriesChafe and blisters end more 100 km races than fitness does.

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

Skratch Labs

Sport Hydration Mix

Clean electrolyte drink mix with real fruit flavor. Low sugar.

$20 ★★★★★ 4.5

Nathan

VaporKrar 12L

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

$170 ★★★★★ 4.6

Nitecore

UT32

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

$100 ★★★★★ 4.5

Squirrel's Nut Butter

Anti-Chafe Balm

All-natural anti-chafe balm. Essential for 100+ mile races.

$12 ★★★★★ 4.8
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Course Notes

Mongolia Sunrise to Sunset zählt ohne Zweifel zu den spektakulärsten Ultraläufen der Welt: Die Teilnehmer der 42 km und 100 km langen Ultradistanz passieren märchenhafte Wälder und windgepeitschte Tiefebenen im atemberaubenden Hovsgol Nationalpark.

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