Ultra Scotland 50

Race completed

90 km Distance

2,447 m Climbing

8.2 Grit · Hardcore

What the course asks

Climbing rate 27 m / km Rolling. Moderate undulations. Requires consistent effort across varying grades.

Time limit 18 hours 12:00 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 ~192 Mid-sized. Company early, well spread out by halfway.

DUV results for the 2026 edition (56mi) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.

Typical conditions, June

Daylight 17 h 12 m of light

The Aid Station

Course-specific beta from the community

⛰️ 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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Gear for this race

Chosen for 90 km of trail with 2,447 m of ascent.

Trail Running Shoes27 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
Race Nutrition90 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
Hydration VestsPole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
Trekking Poles2,447 m of ascent to walk up.
HeadlampsA 18 h limit puts you out there after dark.

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