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Via Apsyrtides Stage Race

September 16, 2025 abichal27Cres, Croatia, Croatian islands of Cres and Lošin, Lošin, prize money, stage race, Via Apsyrtides Stage Race0 comment

The Via Apsyrtides Stage Race, is a new adventure is arriving on the Adriatic in 2026 – a five-day running challenge across the spectacular Croatian islands of Cres and Lošinj. Taking place from 1-7 March 2026, this event offers participants a rare chance to combine the spirit of competition with the breathtaking beauty of the islands. Over the course of five consecutive days, ultrarunners will cover a total of 150 kilometers, with daily stages ranging between 25 and 35 kilometers. The design of the race makes it accessible to a…

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The 2025 Dragon’s Back Race

August 31, 2025 abichal27Cardiff Castle, Conwy Castle, David Parrish, Dragons back race, Holly Wooten, Lianne Van Dijk, Ourea Events, Pieter De Wortelaer, stage race, ultrarunners0 comment

The Dragon’s Back Race starts Monday 1st September at at 06:00 am BST. Nearly 300 ultrarunners will gather at Conwy Castle in North Wales to begin their 380km journey across the mountains to reach Cardiff Castle in 6 days. Formatted as a stage race, the distances vary from 52k for the shortest day to 71k for the longest day and runners have 14 hours each day to complete the distance. Women’s favourites are Holly Wooten (GBR) and Lianne Van Dijk (NED) Mens favourites are Pieter De Wortelaer (BEL) and David…

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HMDS Jordan 2022

April 29, 2022April 27, 2022 abichal27Dead Sea, HMdS Jordan 2022, Petra, stage race0 comment

Registration opens on Wednesday, May 4, at 6:00pm For the HMDS Jordan, 3 distances are possible: 120, 100 or 70km. The HMDS distances are divided into 3 stages, to be completed at your own pace, running or walking. Depending on the distance chosen, the kilometers are divided as follows: – Stage 1: about 25 to 30km – Stage 2: about 20, 40, or 60km – Stage 3: about 25 to 30km These distances are indicative and can change depending on the type of terrain and the elevation gain. The terrain…