Ultramarathon Cugirace

Race completed

69 km Distance

2,730 m Climbing

7.5 Grit · Hardcore

45.8365° N, 23.3700° E© OpenFreeMap © OpenMapTiles Data from OpenStreetMap

What the course asks

Climbing rate 40 m / km Mountain. Significant climbing. Steep sections will require power hiking.

Time limit 13 hours 11:18 min/km average. Generous. Walkable throughout for most of the field. About average for a 50 mi. Measured against 486 races of the same distance. Cut-off calculator →

Field size ~63 Mid-sized. Company early, well spread out by halfway.

DUV results for the 2024 edition (69.4km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.

Typical conditions, September

Daytime high 22°C

Night low 11°C

Rainfall Mostly dry

Daylight 13 h 09 m of light

Regional 2001-2020 average for September — NASA POWER, grid elevation 514 m. Not a forecast.

The Aid Station

Course-specific beta from the community

⛰️ terrain

This is a mountain 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 69 km of trail with 2,730 m of ascent.

Trail Running Shoes40 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
Race Nutrition69 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
Hydration VestsPole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
Trekking Poles2,730 m of ascent to walk up.
HeadlampsA 13 h limit puts you out there after dark.

Salomon

Sense Ride 5

RunRepeat found the Salomon Sense Ride 5 to have immaculate lockdown and a smooth and stable ride, making it confident on moderate trails and steep downhills. I…

★★★★★ 4.5

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

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