Ultra Running Hub Al Hamra, Muscat, Oman · Thursday, December 10, 2026
100 mi
Oman by UTMB
33 days away
154 km Distance
8,000 m Climbing
10.0 Grit · Elite / extreme
What the course asks
Climbing rate 52 m / km
Mountain. Significant climbing. Steep sections will require power hiking.
Time limit 48 hours
18:42 min/km average. Generous. Walkable throughout for most of the field. Among the most forgiving 100 mi cut-offs we track. Measured against 46 races of the same distance. Cut-off calculator →
Typical conditions, December
Daytime high 26°C
Night low 13°C
Rainfall Dry — rain unlikely
Daylight 10 h 45 m of light
Regional 2001-2020 average for December — NASA POWER, grid elevation 714 m. Not a forecast.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
This is a mountain course. Poles are highly recommended for the sustained climbs.
With desert terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
For 100km+ efforts, prioritize real food at aid stations to prevent palate fatigue.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 154 km of desert with 8,000 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes52 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race NutritionPast 154 km the palate quits before the legs do — carry more than one flavour.
- Hydration VestsPole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles8,000 m of ascent to walk up.
- HeadlampsA 48 h limit puts you out there after dark.
About
A UTMB series race through the dramatic desert canyons and jebel mountains of Oman.
Highlights
- Desert canyon running
- UTMB series race
- Unique terrain