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Trail of the Kings – Lake Toba by UTMB: Indonesia’s Epic Debut

June 19, 2025 abichal272025 trail race, Bataknese heritage, Indonesia trail running, Indonesia ultramarathon, Lake Toba UTMB, Running Stones, Samosir Island, Trail of the Kings, ultrarunning Asia, UTMB® World Series0 comment

New UTMB World Series Event to Debut in Indonesia: Trail of the Kings – Lake Toba The UTMB World Series is expanding into Indonesia with the introduction of Trail of the Kings – Lake Toba by UTMB, scheduled for October 17-19, 2025. This marks the first time the UTMB experience will be held in the country, bringing a major international trail running event to the local community. The event will take place on Samosir Island, a volcanic island situated in Lake Toba. Organizers are highlighting the unique cultural and geological…

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Swiss Canyon Trail 2025 – Report

June 11, 2025 abichal27100 Miles, Anthony Pipitone, Ariane Wilhem, Céline Bernasconi, Dominique Montandon Brunner, Janosch Kowalczyk, Marie Janod, Maxime Hourdebaigts, Miguel Arsenio, Sangé Sherpa, Swiss Canyon Trail, Sylvaine Cussot, trails, World Trail Majors0 comment

Swiss Canyon Trail 6 to 8 June 2025 Val-de-Travers, 7 June 2025 A hard-fought 100-mile race dominated by Sangé Sherpa and Anthony Pipitone For its anniversary edition, the brand-new 100 Miles – a 166-kilometre race – was inaugurated in the most spectacular manner. This extreme debut brought together 150 runners, ready to brave the elements —and they certainly did! At nightfall on Friday, 6 June, torrential rain fell on the course, rendering the trails particularly treacherous and transforming the event into a true mental and physical challenge. The event started…

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Sidas Expands Partnership with UTMB WS

May 26, 2025 abichal27athlete footcare, endurance running, foot care solutions, foot comfort, injury prevention, race preparation, running insoles, Sidas, sports performance, Trail runners, ultra-trail running, UTMB® Mont-Blanc, UTMB® World Series0 comment

Sidas Strengthens Partnership with UTMB World Series to Support Runners’ Foot Care Needs UTMB World Series is proud to expand its partnership with Sidas, a leading specialist in foot care solutions for athletes. Already an established partner in French UTMB® events, Sidas has committed to a three-year collaboration that will extend across European races in 2025—including the prestigious HOKA UTMB® Mont-Blanc, home of the UTMB World Series Finals. By 2026 and 2027, this partnership will encompass the entire global UTMB World Series circuit, ensuring trail runners worldwide receive the best…

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HOKA Ultra-Trail Australia by UTMB

May 6, 2025 abichal27Blue Mountains of Australia, equity and inclusion, Female-only change tents, gender equity, HOKA Ultra-Trail Australia, hygiene products, support for women, trail, trail running, UNESCO World Heritage, UTMB, UTMB World Series Finals lottery, Women at the forefront, Women for Trail, Women-only toilets0 comment

UTMB World Series Major for 2025 Blue Mountains to Host Elevated HOKA Ultra-Trail Australia by UTMB® in 2025! The stunning Blue Mountains of Australia are gearing up to welcome 8,000 runners from May 15-18 for the 17th edition of the HOKA Ultra-Trail Australia by UTMB® – and this year, it’s a UTMB® World Series Major! This prestigious new status recognizes the event as one of the premier trail running experiences on the global calendar. For athletes across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region, it offers the unique opportunity to compete in…

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Grand Raid Ventoux by UTMB 2025

May 6, 2025 abichal27100K, 100M, 20K, 50K, Grand Raid Ventoux, Malaucène, Mont Ventoux, Race Results, Solidarity, trail running, Ultra-Trail, UTMB, Vaucluse0 comment

Grand Raid Ventoux by UTMB 2025: A Weekend of Trail Running and Solidarity at the Giant of Provence The first edition of the Grand Raid Ventoux by UTMB brought three intense days of competition, sporting achievements, and sharing to Malaucène, France, from Friday 25th to Sunday 27th April 2025. Over 3,000 runners took part in the event, with 3,004 runners crossing the finish line. Participants represented 46 nationalities, with France, Belgium, and Switzerland being the most represented countries. The event offered four distances, ranging from 20K to 100M, taking runners…

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Kendal Skyline Ultra 50km

April 10, 2025April 9, 2025 abichal27Adidas TERREX Kendal Trail Run, Kendal, Kendal Mountain Festival, Kendal Mountain Rescue Team, Kendal Skyline Ultra 50km, The North Face, trail, Trail runners, trail running0 comment

2025: Kendal Skyline Ultra 50km The Kendal Skyline Ultra 50km, supported by The North Face, is returning to the 2025 Kendal Mountain Festival! Taking place on Saturday 22nd November 2025, starting at 9:00 am this trail route is perfect for both a first-time ultrarunner looking to take on their first 50km and for experienced trail runners aiming to set a new PB. Routed across the remarkable skyline of Kendal, a pure trail run that takes in local landmarks and geologic features including limestone escarpments, a castle, a deer park and…

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Grand Raid Ventoux by UTMB

April 9, 2025 abichal27100K, 100Miles, 20K, 50K, CharityRace, France, GrandRaidVentoux, Malaucène, MontVentoux, Provence, PupillesPompiers84, running, RunningCommunity, SportsEvent, TeamSports84, TrailLife, TrailRunning, ultrarunning, UTMBWorldSeries0 comment

Discover the Grand Raid Ventoux by UTMB: A Historic Race on the “Giant of Provence” Get ready for the Grand Raid Ventoux by UTMB, happening April 25th to 27th, 2025, in beautiful Provence, France. Although it debuts in the UTMB World Series, the event already has nearly 30 years of history. Over the past decade, Team Sports 84 has expertly organized the event, raising funds for a firefighter charity. This strong commitment to solidarity has been central to the event’s values from the very beginning. Embrace the Challenge The legendary…

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Puglia by UTMB® 2025

March 30, 2025 abichal270 comment

UTMB WORLD SERIES ANNOUNCES A NEW EVENT IN ITALY: PUGLIA BY UTMB On the heels of a historic edition of the Chianti Ultra Trail by UTMB®, the UTMB® World Series strengthens its presence in Italy with the launch of a fourth event in the south of the country: Puglia by UTMB®. Located in the dramatic canyon landscapes of Italy’s Puglia, this new addition promises unique and challenging terrain in one of the world’s most breath-taking locations. Another opportunity to live the UTMB experience in a dynamic trail-running region. The integration…

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The 2025 XTERRA Trail Run World Series

February 20, 2025 abichal27Asia-Pacific Championship, European Championship, Montserrat, Trail Run World Championship, trails, XTERRA, XTERRA Trail Run World Championship0 comment

The 2025 XTERRA Trail Run World Series Explores New Heights The 2025 XTERRA Trail Run World Series schedule is up and ready to take runners through nearly 50 races spanning jungles, deserts, forests, and alpine peaks, culminating in the biggest challenge yet: the XTERRA Trail Run World Championship’s first-ever stop in Europe. A Series Built for Every Runner Some of the world’s best trails from the high-altitude slopes of Andorra, the volcanic ridges of Tahiti, or the winding coastal paths of Australia, offer runners of all levels an opportunity to…

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Leif Abrahamsen Wins Montane Arctic Spine

February 17, 2025 abichal27Arctic Spine Challenger, Arctic Spine Explorer, Bjørn Haugam, Caroline Barrett, expedition race, Kvikkjokk, Leif Abrahamsen, Montane Arctic Spine Race, Nic Baldwin0 comment

Leif Abrahamsen Makes History, Wins Inaugural Montane Arctic Spine Race! Leif Abrahamsen finished the Montane Arctic Spine Race. He spent eight and a half days alone in the Arctic. Specifically, that’s 200 hours and 14 minutes! He is the first person ever to win this race. Many people, indeed, thought it was impossible. But Leif proved them wrong. Clearly, he showed that grit and skill can conquer even the toughest race. This week is huge for Arctic Spine racing. Also, Bjørn Haugam won the Arctic Spine Challenger, the first to…