Kassel, Germany · Sunday, March 7, 2027

Trail 50k

Herkules Skyrace

198 days away

49 km Distance

not publishedn/a Climbing

2.5 est Grit · Entry level

Calculated from 49 km alone — the organiser has not published an elevation profile. Read 2.5 as a floor, not a verdict.

The Aid Station

Course-specific beta from the community

👟 gear

With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.

By UltraHub Expert

Chosen for 49 km of trail.

Trail Running Shoes49 km of trail — cushioning that is still there in the last quarter.
Race Nutrition49 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
Hydration VestsFlask capacity for 49 km, without the bounce.
GPS WatchesBattery life first — a 49 km day outlasts most full-GPS modes.

La Sportiva

Salomon

Spring Energy

Real food gel with 180 calories. Rice-based with natural flavors.

Salomon

Industry-standard 12L race vest with front flask pockets and minimal bounce.

Suunto

Titanium GPS watch with solar charging, offline maps, and 140-hour GPS battery.

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