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UTMB 2026 Adds Zugspitz and Oman to World Series

November 5, 2025 abichal27Bavarian Alps, endurance races, Hajar Mountains, mountain ultras, Oman, Oman by UTMB, trail running events, trail running Germany, ultramarathon news, ultrarunning calendar, UTMB 2026, UTMB races, UTMB® World Series, World Series, Zugspitz, Zugspitz Ultra Trail0 comment

UTMB 2026 adds Zugspitz and Oman to the World Series, expanding the circuit to two striking new destinations. Both events celebrate culture, nature, and endurance at their heart. The Salomon Zugspitz Ultra Trail powered by Ledlenser, held June 18-20 2026, joins as Germany’s premier alpine race. Set in Garmisch-Partenkirchen beneath the Zugspitze, it offers seven routes from 20K to 100 miles through rugged Bavarian terrain. Founded in 2011, it has grown into one of Europe’s most loved mountain ultras. Registrations open November 11 for UTMB Index holders. In December, the…

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UTMB 2025: Tom Evans and Ruth Croft Crowned Champions

August 31, 2025 abichal27Ben Dhiman, Camille Bruyas, Chamonix, Courtney Dauwalter, Fanny Barbara, Josh Wade, Katharina Hartmuth, Mont Blanc, Pyramides Calcaires, Ruth Croft, Team Adaptive, Tom Evans, trails, UTMB, UTMB 2025, Yanis Debaud0 comment

HOKA UTMB Mont-Blanc 2025 UTMB 2025: Tom Evans and Ruth Croft crowned champions after a memorable edition marked by challenging weather conditions After an emotionally charged and exciting start for the 2,300 runners of the 22nd edition of the UTMB®, the adventure continued at full pace this Saturday in Chamonix, in a vibrant atmosphere. While the men’s and women’s winners had already crossed the finish line after 172 km and 9,600 m of elevation gain around the Mont-Blanc massif, thousands of amateurs were still pursuing their journey on the trails,…

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HOKA UTMB Mont-Blanc 2025 – The OCC

August 28, 2025August 28, 2025 abichal27Andrzej WITEK, Cristian MINOGGIO, HOKA UTMB Mont-Blanc, Jim Walmsley, Joyline CHEPNGENO, Judith WYDER, Miao YAO, OCC, ultrarunners0 comment

HOKA UTMB Mont-Blanc 2025 The OCC opens the Finals: a spectacular start with favourites in the spotlight The first Final of the UTMB® World Series, the OCC (61km – 3,400m D+), took place today on a re-routed course. More than 1,200 ultrarunners set off this morning from Orsières and although the weather conditions required last-minute changes, they did nothing to diminish the intensity or the spirit of the race. A masterstroke from Jim Walmsley, Joyline Chepngeno crowned in the women’s race In the men’s race, UTMB Legend Jim Walmsley (USA,…

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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 Series1 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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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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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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Trail Alsace Grand Est by UTMB

February 5, 2025February 5, 2025 abichal27Alsatian landscape, Anna Carlson, La Ronde des Pages, Obernai, Sébastien Spehler, taste of adventure, Trail Alsace Grand Est, trail running1 Comment

Trail Alsace Grand Est by UTMB celebrates Alsace’s heritage and its third edition with a new race: ‘La Ronde des Pages’ A new race: ‘La Ronde des Pages’ — over 17km with 300m elevation gain — is a semi-nocturnal event around Obernai Sébastien Spehler returns to defend his 100M (154km) title A new start line for the Ultra-Trail des Chevaliers in Turckheim Charity Bibs will support three organisations in 2025 Close to 7,000 runners expected for the third edition A must-do event for trail-running enthusiasts Trail Alsace Grand Est by…